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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1913
Page
6
An old ad copy extols Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a safe laxative. It claims headaches biliousness and constipation stem from a torpid liver and sluggish bowels, urging a teaspoonful nightly to cleanse the system with no nausea or griping.
G H Parman Santa Fe employee died after being shot through the breast by Monte Harris his brother in law a Santa Fe fireman last night Family trouble is blamed Harris was bound over in 1000 dollars to await court proceedings The Light is requested to be mentioned in advertisements in this paper.
A nostalgic ad describes Sage and Sulphur mixtures to darken gray hair. It touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as a ready made claim to restore natural color, gloss, and fullness with simple nightly applications and a dampened brush.
A series of evening gatherings at the Menger Hotel honor the San Antonio Musical Club and the San Antonio Choral Club with distinguished hosts including B F Nicholson Hal Branham J H Kirkpatrick and Walter Romberg among others. The event features a reception program assistance from notable locals and a special number by the Choral Club with prize awards to Coppini Witte and Strong. The Daughters of the Confederacy plan a Lee and Jackson birthday observance at Travis Club with a program of music poetry and addresses and veterans to receive crosses of honor.
The officers and ladies of Fort Sam Houston will entertain with a hop this evening at the post gymnasium. Mesdames Charles G Treat and H L Scott will receive. From 8 30 until 9 o'clock a program of.
Advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast, harmless stomach regulator. It claims five minute relief from indigestion gas sour stomach and heartburn with a money back guarantee on a fifty cent bottle. It urges keeping it at home for day or night upset stomachs.
The item records an evening of military band entertainment with dancing and supper, plus a banquet at the St Anthony Hotel for the San Antonio Pen Women with pink La France roses and hand painted place cards. It notes a marriage at East Cypress Street with details of attire, reception, and future home, plus a hostess party with games and luncheon and a quip about a Japanese baker's shop sign remark.
Euphemia Ohio woman recounts months of pain and layoffs since 16. After 47 change of life she used Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and within three months felt major relief, avoiding doctors for 18 years. Now 52 she works as maternity nurse and supports self through sewing.
The new Chamber of Commerce board passed resolutions urging a city appropriation to fund brass band concerts on Alamo Plaza and Travis Park in February through April. They also endorsed a proposal for an interurban electric road between San Antonio and Austin, citing railways as key city developers.
Scrupulously clean sanit ary conditions and modern equipment define Harlandale Hot Sulphur Baths with courteous white attendants. Half the building serves ladies and a beauty parlor is in the facility. Take South Flores street car. Matthews Cafeteria at 222 Lozoya offers varied steam table temptations. A. Coliman, plumber, 416 Main Ave.
The Fannin School Mothers' Club meets at 3:30 PM with Rev. Barber of St. John's to address mothers. The Grand Army of the Republic Women’s Relief Corps meets at 2:30 PM at Odd Fellows’ Hall. Arlington seals plan discussed for January 18 19 memorial. De Zavala Mothers' Club hosts Dr. Frederick Hadra on responsibility across generations. Morrill Chapel Parents Teachers Club to hear Carlos Bee on "That Boy" with social hour after. Crockett School Mothers’ Club agenda set amid weather delays. Coterie Club of the Woman’s Club hosts luncheon with current events. Bonham School Mothers' Club meets 3:30 PM with important business and attendance urged.
Washington, D. C., Jan. 16. Congress and customs officials discussed a planned reorganization to be submitted to President Taft for enforcement July 1. Texas faces multiple districts and a fight to name Port Arthur as a collector port, though officials say Port Arthur will remain a port of entry under a deputy collector.
The will of Thomas W. Phillips of Newcastle Pa filed in Los Angeles probate court states that if the Christian Church accepts personal help from John D Rockefeller or the Rockefeller Educational Foundation it forfeits a $75 000 bequest for university extension work The will also leaves 25000 to the Oklahoma Christian University for a Bible chair fund conditioned on the chair occupant's belief in the divinity of Jesus Christ Phillips owned property in Los Angeles County.
Dr. H. C. Black of the Board of Health urges action on street sales of ham burger and tamales in Waco Texas arguing that the food materials may be dangerous and could spread disease.
A fire that began early today in the Eldred block a three story building in the city center spread to several adjoining structures and caused an estimated loss of 200000 dollars.
The remarkable relief from rheumatism gout sciatica nervousness stomach blood liver and kidney troubles drawn people from across the United States to the Harlandale Hot Sulphur Waters. Consult your doctor then visit Take South Flores Street.
The Woodward Carriage company invites buyers to choose carrobes from their current inventory. Details on models, pricing, and delivery options are highlighted, with staff ready to assist in selecting the ideal unit.
Indications point to a large attendance this evening at the Chamber of Commerce hall where a lecture on Human Interest and Timeliness in Advertising will be delivered. Backed by the national educational committee of the Aé Clubs of America the second of a ten part San Antonio series will be shown with 25 stereopticon views and is open to all Chamber members and advertising enthusiasts.
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