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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1918

Page

7

Referendum urged to pressure Germany into responsible postwar government

American business men are urged by the Chamber of Commerce to back a proposed economic warning to German industrial leaders. The plan seeks a postwar German government answerable to the people, linking armament reductions to raw material access and trade with the United States.

Washington, D. C Chamber of Commerce of the United States Germany Boston Cammerce Jaid Stade Te Chamber of Commerce United States of America Chamber Great Britain Iaiti France America Congress Geroine

Senator James H. Brady Dies at 56 in Idaho

Idaho Senator James H. Brady died at his home from heart disease after an acute attack a week earlier while en route to Washington. His wife and relatives were at his bedside as two sons sought trains to reach Washington before his death. Brady, born in Pennsylvania and raised in Kansas, served as Idaho governor before winning a Senate seat in 1914. He was active on military and agricultural committees and supported war era legislation and conservation in the West.

Washington, D. C James H. Brady Idaho Washngton J. Brany Chandle Okla J. Robb Brady Kansas Washington Senator Brady Pennsylvania Leavenworth Normal College Brady West

Plan to Expand Shipping Board Branches Across Ports

The inter allied war conference sparks a plan to place representatives in London Paris and Rome and open branches at major Atlantic coast ports to improve control of the American merchant fleet and ensure ally cooperation. Additional offices will be established in Boston Philadelphia San Francisco Baltimore Norfolk Charleston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans and Galveston with shipping men in charge.

Washington, D. C Pacific Hurlay Edward I. Curry Paris Shipping Board Bainbridge Colby London New York War Port Board War Department Carry Boston Philadelphia San Francisco Baltimore Norfolk Charleston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans Galveston

Crown Prince of Germany Visits War Prisoners

A London Times correspondent reports the crown prince visited wounded officers and men at Aix la Chapelle before repatriation. The scene occurred as prisoners gathered, with the prince cordial, especially with noncommissioned ranks, while conversations remained delicate.

Germany Tandon ‘Times Service San Antonio Light Philadelphia Public Ledger The Public Ledger Co Rotterdam London Times Aix la Chatelle Motterdan Ireir Aix la Chapelle Crown Prince Air Service Vanacar Canada

Man credits Tanlac with restoring health after long illness

Joe Boone of 1426 North Navidad Street in San Antonio says a pneumonia illness five years ago left him weak and exhausted. After taking Tanlac, his appetite returned, weight increased, sleep improved, and he now works daily and plans to eat freely. His sister also improved after starting Tanlac. Sold in San Antonio by Wagner's Drug Store and Meier's Pharmacy.

Tanlac Joe Boone North Navidad Street San Antonio Taniuc Lan Tanlie Wagner Meier Tanlic Ady

Crown Prince’s Compassion and Cigarette Box Exchange

The crown prince told officers war should not have begun. He comforted wounded soldiers and spoke with a cheerful lad about postwar plans. German officers sent cigarettes with the prince’s compliments, sharing them before a box was awarded to a flight lieutenant who refused a prize. It is reported Cartan Muller and young Tirpitz are among those to be exchanged.

Crown Prince Dorling William Cartan Muller Emden Tirpitz

Misread Adclaims in Tablet Claim Sparks Legal Action

A confusing OCR fragment describes a medical tablet line and a signature dispute over Bromo Quinine products. The text hints at a legal or regulatory challenge tied to a Groves signature on Bex and a referenced dosage or price notation.

Groves

Van Surdan Sings with San Antonio Symphony

Lieut Wenderson Van Surdan of Kelly Field to sing as soloist in the San Antonio Symphony second concert conducted by Julien Paul Witz at 15 dollars Tuesday evening January 15 at Meethoven Hatch. Public rehearsal at 4 pm precedes the concert. He will perform When the Boys Come Marching Home and Che Gelida Manina from La Boheme along with a complete program featuring Haydn, Grieg, Saint Saens and Rubenstein works and The Star Spangled Banner.

San Antonio Icon Springs Hempthony London Haydn Adasio Wiegro Grieg le Rouet d' Omphale Post Vmphonique Saint Saens Rubenstein Jana

War aims beyond fighting highlighted by Buckman speech

Maj. Gen. John W. Buckman told a Sunday audience at First Baptist Church that the war requires new ideas and a broader moral and educational program. He urged mobilizing all resources, fighting vice as an enemy, and maintaining national ideals, with emphasis on home front discipline and sacrifice.

John W. Buckman First Baptist Church Ruckimah San Antonio Ruckman Apis Ife America Toman Buckman S.J. Porter

Zionist Lecture Explains Present Duty of the Jews

Miss Henrietta Szold speaks at 7 30 p m Monday in the Gunter Hotel ballroom under the national Zionist banner. The lecture outlines Zionist aims for re establishing a Jewish nation in Palestine amid Allied powers views on Jerusalem. Charters Filed in Austin include Mar Tex Off Company San Antonio capital stock 20000 and Furst State Bank Mexirgel charter amendment raising capital to 16000.

Henrietta Szold Gunter Hotel Szolq National Zionist Movement Palestine Jerusalem Austin Vex Mar-Tex Off Company San Antor Nio Capital Thomas S. Mewaire Minneapolis J. SL George Midwin I Eddinghausen San Antonio Mayer Clyar Company Beaumont Capital Stock Incorporators & FP Chojniacki Sidney Mayer Sol J. Gordon Charter Amendment Te Furst State Bank of Mexirgel

Leach Leaves Post for Freight Forwarding Firm

Neal M. Leach resigns as general manager of the Prudential way. He will become first vice president of a freight forwarding company based in New Orleans. No successor announced yet.

Leach New Orlean Neal M. Leach

Blanket Sale Prices for Various Weights and Sizes

Store offers blankets with wool finish and borders in multiple weights. Prices shown include $3.75, $2.98, $7.50, and $5.79 for different sizes, with options in white, pink, or blue borders. Sizes range from 68x84 to 72x78 inches.

Pillows Sold at 98 Cents Pair for 17x24 Inch Size

A local ad offers pillows priced at 98 cents per pair, featuring 17 by 24 inch dimensions and good ticking covers. Shoppers are invited to purchase the affordable bedding goods.

Navy seeks mechanics for war duration enlistments

Instructions from GC 0 Nye Umpst chief recruiting officer call for mechanics of all kinds for immediate service. Enlistments shortened to duration of the war. coppersmiths and aviation division workers in demand. Pay ranges from 41 to 4 month plus rations. training offered to nonmechanics. families receive $2 extra daily rations. Recruits placed on payroll at once as openings appear.

Nyeums Sant Antonio Navy Aviation Division Department

Rheumatism Pain Relief Through Blood Remedy

An old advertisement urges readers to abandon liniments and try S. S. S. a blood purifier, claiming rheumatism is a blood condition. It promises lasting relief by cleansing the blood and offers free medical advice from Swift Specific Company in Atlanta, Georgia.

Swift Atlanta

Promenade in Town Shows Quiet Kindness at Library

A town scene depicts a gentleman escorting someone daily to the library to check if a person named Kitled was alive, emphasizing care and quiet concern rather than dramatic events. The exchange reveals concern for Kitled and a calm act of support.

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