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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1929
Page
9
Ex Kaiser plans a royal birthday celebration at Doorn to mark his seventieth birthday. Reports say Princess Hermionr will attend while a copy of his book My Vorstatlers is showcased.
An advertisement describes a medication that claims to treat colds and flu overnight with restful sleep. It promotes a combination tablet that allegedly relieves symptoms while avoiding common side effects and morning nausea. The copy urges readers to buy a family package with simple directions for eight ounces.
Speakers at a luncheon of the San Antonio Womens Christian Temperance Union urged stricter enforcement of prohibition laws backed by adequate funds. State president Mrs. M J Van Watts of Austin, Rev J C Everatt of South Nn Antonio, and others led discussions on enforcing the Eighteenth Amendment. Poetry readings and a closing musical group marked the event.
Local police report states Libnety Santos, deputy constable, was unconscious after a collision with a train near San Pedro avenue by Missouri Pacific railroad. His car dragged along the tracks, wrecked, and he was taken to Tobert T. Green Memorial hospital with a deep temple cut and head injuries. W. J. Fox sustained minor injuries in a separate collision at Commerce and Mesquite streets.
An advertisement touts Menthedyne as a fast remedy for stubborn coughs using menthol in a new combination. It claims the product clears the airways, relieves fever and grip, and builds up the patient with a few doses. The pitch urges taking one bottle tonight with a money back guarantee if not fully satisfied the next morning.
A family meeting of about five Missouri Kansas Texas agents will be held in San Antonio on Wednesday February 6, Griffin district passenger representative said. It will mark the first Merling visit to this Texas section as the visitor is taken on a territory tour during the stay.
An advertisement claims McCoy’s Tablets rapidly help underweight men gain pounds and boost energy. It asserts two months of use yields significant weight, offers a money back guarantee, and directs readers to Bomers-Wopners drug stores for purchase.
Announcement notes three pros aided by the Woodlawn playground director Mrs. Doyle Cockrell for children’s enjoyment. New features include croquet horseshoes and jackstones. Winners in the rope jumping contest were Elizabeth Peters for highest jumper Tom Morgan for dexterity and Anne Moyfe Donald for endurance.
George B Caliaferro to Lend the Commerce Toan and Trust Company for 1020, elected president at a Brack Shelters meeting. New officers include T J Uart and F Ty Bonner as vice presidents, T J Mart as secretary, Evan Tietz as adviser, WK Crowther as treasurer. Directors named: Charles Brumberger, C V Mirkbend, Que Zab, W W Kelley, Churman Barrett.
A one act play titled mimicry to Riley will be staged in the auditorium of Thomas Nelson Junior School Yorkshire and Terkshire avenues at 6 and 8 pm Friday. Mixa Sexton Dickey directs the cast, with Wrackenridge Senior School student members announced.
An announcement from the principal states 80 students will be promoted this term. The exercise for promotion will take place at the Junior School on Anreamora Street at 2 PM on Triary 24. Parents are advised to consult the Education Office for details.
Fragmented obituary notes the death of a former Chinese ambassador who served in Washington and studied at an American university. It references his career steps, potential posthumous recognition, and mentions Korea and a financial figure tied to the event.
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