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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1916
Page
3
Washington reports that foreign relations tied to the European war and national defense preparedness will lead the agenda as Congress reconvenes Tuesday. Since recess, major international developments have heightened urgency for lawmakers.
An old advertisement touts Jad Salts as a universal kidney cure. It warns of uric acid buildup from meat and urges daily use of four ounces of a grape lemon lithia solution to flush kidneys and prevent urinary and bladder issues.
Senate foreign relations will lead inquiry into British interference with neutral shipping and Lusitania attacks. Discussions include the Per sia sinking and U S consular losses. Committees study national preparedness, war revenue tax plans, and pending legislation on land loans and mineral resources.
Two mothers share experiences with Vinci claiming six bottles restored a girl’s health appetite sleep and energy after bronchial trouble and nervous weariness. Another child recovered strength after measles with Vinci. Local San Antonio druggists offer a guarantee and list multiple stores.
J B Dicker son of Brookhaven Mississippi describes severe tetter on hands and feet. After using Cuticura Ointment and Soap for two months the skin healed completely. Advertisement invites free samples by mail and Skin Book request. Sold worldwide.
London reports lingering social trends as country house visits persist but shrink in scale. Guests travel light, rarely change outfits, and prefer quiet games over dancing while hospitals receive shooting victims. streets note police arrest of a pistol assault suspect.
Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff reports Mars observations showing dark northern canals as spring arrives and fading southern canals in autumn decline. The northern Martian season is described as late April, indicating seasonal dependence of canal activity on polar cap melting.
Prince Andrew of Greece and his wife returned to Athens from Saloniki after the Teutonic air raid, according to an Athens dispatch.
An Omaha era prospectus promotes The Uncle Sam Oil Company stock with claims of extensive Oklahoma and Cushing property holdings, three refineries and 127 wells. It warns of a 10 to 80 percent price increase by January 14 and urges immediate subscriptions from loyal, non-assessible stockholders amid optimistic production forecasts and potential profits.
E Wilkerson a Western Union messenger boy was struck by a car while biking on East Commerce near the Southern Pacific depot at 10 AM Monday breaking his right leg. He was taken to Physicians and Surgeons Hospital for treatment and the driver was arrested for reckless driving. An armed white man about 28 held up A J Pruessner near his home on Sunday night taking 1 75 with a nickel plated pistol.
San Antonio public schools reopen after the holidays with teachers and pupils returning. Classes had been dismissed since December 23. The regular board meeting is scheduled Tuesday evening at the State Bank & Trust building offices.
Alamo Jewelry Co accepts old gold silver diamonds and coins for sale or trade. Located at 315 Alamo Plaza, the business advertises purchase services with a brief description of items accepted.
A brief note mentions a Sunday serving of a cocktail with a one spoon salsa called Diablo or Devil Sauce to be taken before meals.
Rates for Cowles Auto Livery Crockett 342 listed at 1.50, 2.00, and 2.50 dollars per hour in an advertisement.
A waiter greets a diner requesting Salsa Diablo Devil Sauce for daily table service. The tasty, digestive sauce is praised as appetizing and versatile for frequent use.
An advertising notice from Dulling Printing Co. promotes labels of all sizes in one to four colors at very close prices, located at 131 Losoya Street.
A large crowd enjoyed the St Anthony Hotel Sunday night concert the second in a winter series. San Antonio vocalist Miss Nell McCormick and guests Misses Sarah and Nell Kouns helped make the program a success.
A masquerade ball for a school benefit will be held at Hermann Sons hall this Saturday January 8 featuring late dancing and good music. Admission is 25 cents.
Members of the San Antonio Cotton Exchange will banquet at the Menger Hotel Wednesday at 7 30 o clock with Rene J Muller presiding as toast master. Short talks on the cotton situation are planned by speakers including T J Lane E M Goldstein and A N Ivancich. About fifty guests are expected.
In Moscow a notable trial centers on Tolstoyan followers accused of issuing a manifesto urging Russians not to join the army or participate in the war. Defendants include Dr. Makowich, Tolstoi’s former medical adviser, M. Bulgakoff, his late secretary, and Leshenko, once charged overTolstoi papers.
A Dutch group of idealists forms a quiet peace league. Members pledge not to mention the war publicly or privately and wear badges reading Please do not talk of the war. Founders aim to reduce partisan zeal and bolster the peace movement in Holland.
Europe watches London as the United States prepares a mercantile marine revival plan in Congress. The proposal notes 250 million dollars as the needed funding for the program and its potential impact on transatlantic shipping.
The article notes uncertainty over securing enough steamers for European routes. Nations including Britain, Germany, Austria, Norway, Holland, Denmark, and Spain restrict foreign-flag transfers of national-registered vessels. It also cites major American shipyards unable to take new work for at least two years, amid a looming ship shortage.
Two men two women and three children starving for ten days were found with the body of a woman at Triangle lighthouse near the Yucatan coast. The Mexican steamer Mexico learned they had not seen supply ships for over four months. Distress signals read we are starving. A boat crew and ship's surgeon brought provisions, and Progreso authorities were alerted.
W A Jamieson of Denver, long dead per War Department records, officially becomes an officer of the Department of Justice by taking the position of announcer in the United States District Court. The report notes Jamieson served as a corporal in prior military duty.
The Hundred and Third Pennsylvania infantry escapee from the Andersonville Ga prison is identified as Jamieson whose tombstone No 4950 is pictured in the national cemetery. His death is recorded August 2 1864.
The government of Paris announces a general requisitioning of crude leather to meet army needs, effective January 5. Officials say supplies will be allocated to military use.
Ad asks if modern children are brighter yet possibly less strong, citing pinched faces tired mornings and dull eyes. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as a non alcoholic food tonic to enrich blood, bolster lungs, and strengthen the body, claiming use in private schools and urging druggists to offer it with no substitutes.
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