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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1918

Page

9

Lone Star Poultry Association Holds Annual Banquet

About forty members attended the Lone Star Poultry Association annual banquet at the American restaurant despite stormy weather. Speakers covered show competition, science in poultry breeding, rabbits, pigeons, and wartime animal roles. A four course dinner was served.

Lone Star Poultry Association Lone Star Lowtry Association Minuftelucers Ase Seculion Straster Fred Wantaluében, Pengident Georgy Fe Gray C. E. Riley London C. Ffyore M.K. & “. Railway Company Tuladaw W. OT. Mitchell J. G C. Price Fred Trutimeyer Gus Ewart Gus Koch George 2 Gray Guswart Ami Ilera Chihires Ntzginehen Bir Appiewhite Mitchell Charlotte Etrum

Potatoes Prices and Market Note at Local Produce Stand

A brief market item lists potatoes and sound potatoes priced at 2.10 dollars per 50 pounds with an offer for 100 sacks at a location near G14 S. Medina. ATRG 405 code noted.

S. Medina

Postpone on telephones due to investigation delays

A. A. Gates of Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Co announced a postponement of increased telephone rates from February 1 to March 2 after a citizens meeting. A committee will study the company's finances and potential franchise issues while several merchant and business associations urged restraint and public scrutiny.

Telephone Henesu Taviff A. A. Gates Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Company Gates Wll Lngk Gny Humber Vommerce Vis Commission Ganpany Comnany Hatil Amdie Hooks Amd San Antonia We Inerease i Pate Hatsey Stone Reta Merchants’ Association I Sithstitil Inaites Nyance Dian Oui Tentra Hel Gaper CO OL LP Denver Vic

Doctors Advice on Cold Remedies and Calomel

A distressed advertising fragment urges readers to follow doctors advice for colds and grippe. It touts Calotatus as a cure, claims rapid relief overnight, and notes it should be taken only in original sealed packages for thirty five cents. The ad stresses no interference with daily activities and promises a refreshed start after use.

Wolfson's Saturday Sale Ends With Grand Savings

Wolfson's announces five big sales ending Saturday with extraordinary savings on white fabrics embroideries linens laces and silks. The sale offers new spring assortments remaining through Saturday night and promises prices shoppers will not see again.

Wolfson’s

Linen Sale Prices Cut for Sheets Towels and More

Sale notice lists lin ens textiles with reduced prices for sheets 81 by 99 inches at 1.10, 69c sheets 81 by 90 inches, 25c pillow cases 42 by 36 inches, 22c linen finish pillow cases, 98c embroidered cases, Huck towels 11c each or 1.25 a dozen, bath towels 19c and 79c, counterpanes 1.49 to 1.39, dish cloths 6 to 8 cents, all described as durable and absorbent.

Sale of Laces Reductions in Varied Embroidery Trims

Complete assortment of trimming laces and nets at reduced prices. Gold and silver laces and a collection of net and venise laces discounted. Prices range from 6c to $1.69 with several 10c to 50c embroideries and half price nets. Includes Valenciennes Cluny and 1244 items in multiple points.

Sale of Silks Includes Broad Spring Selection

Sale ends Saturday night with a wide range of silks in popular weaves and shades. Every yard in the collection offered at reduced prices including foulards messalines georgettes taffetas pongees chiffons novelties and more with many items priced under two dollars.

Sale on White Longcloth and Pajama Checks Items

Sale notices list White 2 percent longcloth yard wide soft finish reduced to 16 cents per yard. $2 bolts longcloth now $1.69. twelve yards to the piece. $2.50 bolts longcloth now $2.29. yard wide soft finish with twelve yards per piece. Pajama checks thirty-two inches wide ten yards per bolt priced at $1.39.

Unclear OCR draft on civic petition and protest actions

Fragmentary text describes a petition drive with hundreds of signatures and protests regarding a city commission issue. Mentions Antonia, a dash ban, Sun, and a telephone company probe. Lists several individuals and factions, with incomplete details and several garbled terms.

Ube Antonia Bara Deanu Botheim Sun Hou Sibauribers Himeeronsh AWM Emminitien Seleech Patie Trlephone Company Toney Cig

Zionist Speaker Here To Wake Nation To Zion

A Zionist speaker arrived in San Antonio to lecture groups this week about relocating Jews to the Holy Land. The National Zionist movement representative warned that only settlers who return would be allowed to stay, urging support for reestablishment in Palestine and the pastoral role of families in the new homeland.

Inti Tack Zinnia Celine Henriette Svold Zionisk Graunizaien Srold San Antonio Gunter Cote National Zionist Movement Garfran Inne Holy Land Sind

Woman Run Down by Motor Car in Storm

A stormy day incident reports a woman struck by a car on Koth a Street and severely injured. Witnesses describe a chaotic scene with debris and broken glass as winds toppled trees and street signs. Authorities note measures to prevent further accidents and assess damages.

Dodson Liver Tone Ad Claims Safer Alt to Calomel

An old timey diatribe promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safer alternative to calomel for cleansing and digestion. It extols reduced risks of stomach issues and fatigue, noting liver tone's herbal base and easier recovery for workers missing a day on the job.

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