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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1919
Page
2
An old shopper’s jingle praises Cascarets as a preferable candy cathartic for children. It claims when tongues turn white or breath turns foul, Cascarets relieve stomach upset and constipation without castor oil or pills, costing about 10 cents.
The casualty roll lists many named officers and soldiers by unit and home town. Entries show killed in action, died of wounds, and deaths from other causes, along with locations in the United States and abroad. Names include Reginald Holster, Evette Leisure, George Jivah, Charles Fisder, and Joseph Kenny among others.
An old advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable remedy to “arouse the liver” and improve digestion. It claims relief from stomach upset, bad mouth taste, and lack of energy once the liver and bowels work naturally. The copy urges readers to try the tablets as a calomel substitute, with endorsements of easy dosing and availability through druggists.
A long garbled OCR list names many people and places without clear context. The fragment reads like a statewide or city directory with numerous individuals, towns, and institutions scattered, including coats, tech terms, and multiple personal entries, but no cohesive event or narrative emerges.
An advertisement touts a hair care product promising to beautify hair and stop dandruff. It claims rapid results within minutes and weeks, with phrases about cleansing the scalp, improving hair texture, and providing a fuller look. Multiple product benefits and testimonials are implied in florid, promotional language.
Washington report shows four ships delivered by three government shipyards under Emergency Fleet Corporation. Charles Piez cites yard delays and material shortages as causes, noting Mok Island yard and Port Neuf submarine yard produced vessels. Bristol yard failed to deliver despite contract. Senate panel expands probe to shipyard capacity, funding, and launches.
Report of a border area gathering by the Y M C A and the Southern Department education group. Observers describe a mixed audience of Mexican children and American families amid a boxing match between Mexican youths. Officials note entertainment and meals, with temporary barracks set up in an old courthouse and monitors ensuring safety and supervision.
Obituary notes the death of Metre Clarivee Rebecca Digree, daughter of Maine Plaididuy Ord. U Ayini, at 220 West Laurel Glendale. Service held at Holy Fayile Church with Rev O'Neil officiating. Survived by sisters Mrs Mary Carolyn Ord and Mrs Ryan plus several relatives including Major Willian Ryan. Mrs Pierce long resided in San Antonio and Arlington area.
A. Wright faced a confirmation hurdle as several police force members sought a share in proposed relief funds. Names cited include J. C. Yoatey and others, with mention of Pavement District streets and a local company. The article notes an appropriation of 182 dollars to cover merchant bills.
Jim returns from a year as mascot of the Texas ship Veras amid farewell by officers and crew. Captains Glue and Paws prepare for new commands as Jim, the Texan mascot, is cheered by Rear Admiral Blue and other naval leaders during the homeward moment at silveride Drive and North River.
An ad text touts lemon juice skin whitening benefits and promotes Orchard Wilts lotion bottles, claiming dramatic effects and low prices at grocery stores. It urges daily use for clearer, softer, lighter skin and mentions related beauty products and a low-cost purchase.
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