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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1931
Page
8
The ad touts a simple home cough remedy made by mixing 214 ounces pine and sugar in a pint bottle. It claims rapid throat relief and bronchial aid, using creosote derived from Norway pine, with a promise of guaranteed prompt relief or money back.
Investigators reopen the Lewis murder case as a prisoner’s sighting near a 1923 location prompts police to recheck old records. Ira Lewis was found shot and slumped in a car near Babcock in Mesquite, with money missing and a dozen suspects questioned, including a woman who denied a partial statement.
Two planes from Brooksfield joined Matagorda Bay search on Wednesday for Corporal Wt. B. Bons of the State Second Service squadron who drowned when a boat capsized last Saturday. Lieuts. B. A. Mridget and L. C. Darn er piloted the aircrafts. Private Orlando Olson and Corporal Gitows were thrown into the water. Olson clung to a log and was rescued near Brooksfield Sands.
Washington DC February report says three lowest bidders for a 343 bed hospital at Waco Texas by the Veterans Bureau. Contract to be awarded in weeks after bids are reviewed. Estimated total cost around $1 million.
Soviet authorities moved to widen control over religion by raising clerical taxes further. The plan targets church incomes and applies retroactively to 107 incomes, expanding the state’s drain on religious organization finances amid continued repression.
In San Fruit Teo, February 9, Charles Al Bimpson, 19, was indicted on murder charges after police said he murdered and burned a grocery woman in her store, allegedly planning to gain from her death. The suspect denied involvement.
A dog bit a woman and three babies during an attack reported to city health officer Dr TN Goudsin. The dog was examined at the Eastern Institute at Anvtin and the victims received medical care. details of the incident remain unclear due to damaged text.
A garbled warning states that sleepiness after meals may be caused by poison from food matter lingering in bowls. It cites symptoms like fatigue, nervousness, and gas, urging immediate use of a doctor recommended cleansing remedy and mentioning kidneys and bowel concerns.
A dated advertisement touts a chewable calcium carbonate magnesium based tablet claim to stop gas belching and sour risings after meals. It promises relief of dyspepsia and indigestion with a modern antacid formula sold for twenty five cents.
The article reports Griffith suing a film figure over alleged assault in a Los Angeles apartment on a date in February. Details reference a defense, a retaliation claim, and involvement of a director with the case proceeding through civil channels.
Army officers were invited to vacation at an NM camp run by a cavalry unit near El Paso. The facility spans pine and balsam forests, covering about 100 acres. The site is operated using government funds and offers lodging for soldiers on leave.
The Relief Home fund drive, named San Antonio Relief, starts Wednesday at 81 Fifth Street. The Vigilance Committee designated agencies to aid emergency bread lines. the Relief Home continues to supply food to the poor and needy. An advisory board led by C. A. Wheatles as chairman and others assists in the drive.
Norman Brokenshire warns a cough would be unpardonable and promotes Pertussin as a must for radio performers. Doctors have prescribed it for years for children and adults. In coughing weather, visit a druggist for Pertussin, a remedy used by those who cannot afford to cough.
In southwestern Hatkati, WErskalenewazn and a pet project Drux are at work on wheat, signaling a potential record as early seeding begins. Farmers recall when fields were prepared in February, though the ground has been bare of snow for weeks.
A public utilities regulation proposal was argued this afternoon with both proponents and opponents presenting points. The hearing continued as officials weighed the measure and deferred final action.
A Kansas City Me plumber William Welch was shot last Thursday in a domestic argument with his wife over the merit of a radio program by Vallée. Welch died later, police say, as investigators note a tense confrontation and a fatal outcome amid the ongoing dispute.
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