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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1916
Page
3
The February issue of the Agents Bulletin highlights San Antonio with Alamo Plaza views and photos of city attractions. Rail travelers may rise as tourism benefits from the Missouri Pacific route coverage and promotional material.
A brief article by John B Carrington secretary of the Chamber of Commerce notes a profusely illustrated display titled Clix of 2 Charms. The piece highlights the exhibit’s visual appeal and organizational context within the chamber activities.
About 11 aeroplanes manned by Army corps members will take off from the air hangers at 5 o clock this afternoon. The flight to Port Sam Houston covers roughly 71 miles. Return trip expected in about fifteen minutes if weather and visibility permit.
A patient from had suffered over eight years with stomach and bowel pain found relief after trying Fruitela and Fraxa. The remedies claim to soften congested masses, dissolve hardened particles, and aid digestion, with claimed removal of pain and avoidance of surgery. The note cites a Mr M. Higehor's as supplier and references preparations at Monilenta and Alitonta.
McKinley Avenue Methodists defeated Prospect Hill Baptists 34 to 14 in the National League game. South Alamo Methodists earned their first series victory by beating Central Christians 19 to 6. Scorers included Nelson Greenman with eight field goals and George Sexauer with seven.
A local notice records Chadwick of Horvite dying in bed from heart failure with two daughters and others named. Another obituary notes Mrs. Patricia in town and a burial at the parish church. The section also covers Representative McLemore’s request to study merchantmen policy and war-era political debate with quotes on Wilson and neutrality.
Plans for lighting the Meridian road from Taylor to Fort Worth are under consideration with Tejas Light and Power Company lines already along the route. A San Antonio Austin post road segment will feature tree lined stretches and ongoing tree planting. Highway League officials, including F D B Colp, inspect the San Antonio Austin section, while road work clears grass and brush to improve landscape along the route.
An advertisement touts a 26 cent remedy that claims to soothe burning, swollen, and tender feet, curing corns and calluses. It promises all day relief, shoe comfort, and pain free steps with a compact box sold at general stores.
Clarence Mangham of San Antonio defeated Franc M. Lewis 8 up 4 to play to win the Houston Country Club championship final. Moore won the consolation by beating Clarenge Kirkby. The open event at 36 holes drew a large gallery and featured top regional clubs in a strong field.
Regular South Side Community Center meeting announced at Mrs. B. Morris home 315 McKintes avenue Monday at 4 o'clock with Mrs. J. P. Smith as principal speaker. Additional items include a missionary society meeting, legal notices, and brief community notices with various ads and local happenings.
March 2 is Flag Day with a prize mask ball by Vineta Sister Ludxer at Her Bann Sons Hall on March 4 tickets to Bo Cappuras Sisters Orchestra. Governor Verguson designates March 20 Texas Independence Day observation urging citizens to honor the occasion and sell actions noted by Henry Seifenschnur. A fire damaged a Denver Boulevard dwelling. youths were looting after the blaze, prompting mounted patrols. An early Central Police change introduces a telephone switchboard to improve service at Readquarters. Various ads list orchestras and services including Drescher, Pine Sisters, and Grand Orchestra. 1917 era events and promotions.
In Austin on Friday the Rew Hour Temple of Shrivers admitted sixty novices after a ceremonial session. Prominent Shriners from across the jurisdiction attended, with a parade on Congress Avenue. initiates named include Alvert Probst, Whral The White, and many others from Austin and surrounding towns.
Washington reports pressure mounted on Representative Ruthe Wardy of the Sixth Texas district to back the administration’s program. Hardy rejects the White House view, insistingDefense spending must be sufficient for defense with no funds for aggression, while local meetings in Corgieaha and nearby towns press for support and an open letter from Hardy.
An old remedy suggests Haenporg Greast Tea, called Hamburger Brust Thee, as a quick aid for cold and grip symptoms. A tap teaspoon in boiling water, strained, and sipped relieves congestion and loosens bowels, claimed as safe and effective.
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