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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1915

Page

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Vitalitas and Its Claims in a 19th Century Ad Analysis

An ad style testimonial promotes Vitalitas as a general tonic and corrective for indigestion and weight loss. It asserts relief from various ailments including stomach pain and bowel issues, claiming success where other remedies failed. The piece cites a drug store source and touts dramatic improvements.

Mio Mees Mortempers noUng Vitultelipan Dinwele Vitaltas Vitalitas Laan Ffevtve

Subway accident probes begin after New York stampede

A subway accident during the morning rush at New York’s transit hub leaves around 70 hospitalizations with over 200 injured in a chaotic stampede. Investigations by state, city and transit officials start as riders recount smoky conditions and crowded cars. In Texas, Veterans funeral services held for Hines, Civil War veteran.

New York Jas Wnterborough Rapids Peay Ws

Engineer Blamed in Smact Limited Rear Del Derailment

Investigation finds engineer J. E. Groseh responsible for the Smact Limited derailment near Tiecombor caused by excessive speed. Report notes track spread from 62 to 72 feet, engine broke free, and wheel and rail conditions overall sound, but crew error led to the crash.

Inguin J. E. Groseh Bert Sheol Hae Pete Uxerssite E. Greseh Ie Ene

Conference closes with reassignment of examiners in Texas

SESSION 18 CLOSED AUSTIN TEX Jey T The quarterly conference of the state banger miners came to a close shortly after noon with the decision that all changes lay wide in the personnel of the examiners at the prerank time. Eighteen examiners were reassigned with the approval of Commissioner Tula Batterson. The arrangement will continue until the new commissioner assumes charge on Jan 1 1924 when it will be announced whether there will be ages in tae ner.

Austin Tex Jey Evership Tula Batterson

Water testing under state sanitary rules in Austin

In Austin a biannual thorough sanitary examination of water and ice used on Houston and Texas Central passenger cars is underway to verify purity. Led by state bacteriologist Dr Malcolm Grahmn, initial samples show good results. In Luling, Hebekah lodge 448 elected 1935 officers including Mrs Nithals and Mrs C A Lawrence, while ads note Mercenary Service in Pine 041 and a private chapel at 177 North Street.

Austin Tex Houston & Texas Centrali Seay Malcolm Grahtun Hawith Department Luling Pex

Nascent Relief Promises Clear Nostrils and Relief

A garbled historical medical ad or note promises immediate relief for stuffed noses and catarrh. It describes throat and head congestion easing, with claims of rapid onset and long lasting airflow improvement, urging readers to try the remedy for breathing ease.

Literacy decline shown in 1900s illiteracy rates analysis

Federal education chief Claxton reports a dramatic drop in adult illiteracy from 1900 to 1914 with 42 of 1000 children illiterate in 1900 and 14 in 1914. Louisiana and several southern states show the highest rates per 1000, while he estimates $2,000 yearly for 19 years could fund girl schools and agencies to eliminate adult illiteracy in the nation.

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London Scrutinies American Passports

London officials tighten passport controls for travelers via the city. U S passports must be vised by the London embassy if passing through London, and travelers leaving England for the continent must present passports to the consul of their destination country in London. Transit travelers from yesterday aboard the Lusitania faced the new stamp requirement.

London State Department Washington England France Holland Sweden Pereuns United States

Face the Penitentiary Case Summary

A chaotic OCR fragment reports two Sioux Antohla youths Chariss Keng and Eugene Koenks held up a man with a rotten tom of a weapon. They were charged with robbery and transferred to county authorities after warrants were filed by Justice Fisk. The report notes delays and unclear details about the case and possible parole.

Chariss Keng Eugene Koenks Siu Antohla Pend Tin Younty Dustlee

Grim Battle on the Aisne Remembered in Mounds and Graves

From the passage near the Aisne in mid September, British and German forces exchange heavy fire. Descriptions of trenches, shelling, aerial observations, and grim casualty details depict a month of brutal fighting, with graves marking losses and the line held along the ridge.

Aisne France Butherdd Treyon Noyal Sussex Regiment Boyt Noth Lancashire Regiment Jylia Pretet Toreen Soisguna Als Cernan Ee Alani Ines Freehnstead Enellal Lugbandy Noagrles Texsetts Halderica Slair Seth Weinty Ceram TCA Actene

Southern Pacile Officials Seek Leads in Train Robbery Case

Officials of the Southern Pacile and local lawmen say they are pursuing two men who held up a Sunset West near Spofford, taking money and valuables. A chase continued toward the Mexican border as authorities work to identify suspects and gain definite results soon.

Spofford Go Watkins Antony G. Het Boa Posse

Legislators Slow in Reaching Capital From Austin

In January at Austin Texas the leg is laters reach the capital slowly with many seats yet to be filled. Several incumbents campaign and two candidates already work the debate. Supporters include lawmakers from Harris County and nearby districts as they discuss the prohibition issue and candidate standings.

Fire in Lumber Yard Causes Heavy Losses

A fire at a lumber yard on several streets early Thursday caused about 8000 dollars in damage. Flames spread along the yard fanning fumes and spreading to nearby buildings. Firefighters battled the blaze with water from hose lines, containing it after hours. insurance estimated total losses at around 70 000 to 40 000, with many articles damaged.

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Genuine Rupture Cure Offer Trial Support

Ad pitches a supposed rupture cure sent on trial with promises of free materials, illustrated proofs, and testimonials. It urges sending a coupon to receive a book and claims many patients were cured, touting low prices and generic savings while listing unclear names and suppliers.

Confederate Veteran Cured by Appliance Despite Failures

A fragmented report describes a Confederate veteran who allegedly found a cure through an appliance after others failed. The text includes garbled phrases and uncertain references, with scattered mentions of places, people, and dates, making a clear narrative difficult to extract.

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