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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1925
Page
2
In Ninety fourth District Court D Fay Hayner pleaded guilty to burglary and faced a jury that hesitated to return a verdict. The judge threatened contempt fines as the panel weighed punishment but ultimately recommended the state minimum, sending Hayner to the penitentiary for a term. His mother wept beside him as the verdict was read.
An old ad promises a jar of Blue Star Remedy for eczema ringworm cracked hands and other skin ailments. It claims deep penetration to the seat of trouble immediate itch relief with no clothing staining and a pleasant odor, attributed to Sommers Wagner's.
An advertisement promotes rad Salts as a cure for rheumatism and related ailments. It advises staying off damp ground, drinking water, avoiding sweets, keeping feet dry, and taking two spoonfuls of rad Salts in water each morning for a week. It touts detoxing the blood and kidneys, claims the skin pores eject toxins, and notes the product is expensive though credited to benefitting sufferers.
A London curiosity shop famed as Dickens origin tale is endangered as the house is dismantled for repairs. Though some doubt the link to Little Nell, many locals hold the legend to be true and fear loss of a familiar historic landmark.
Judge McCrory set a ten year term for the primary charge, with concurrent two year sentences for burglary and theft. Harner faced earlier arrests and multiple indictments. some related cases were dismissed last year in the seventh district court.
Officials of the United Mine Workers say the two month Pennsylvania coal field strike by 11,000 miners of the Penossiravia Coal Company and looming threats of a wider walkout are nearing resolution. Leaders anticipate an early settlement as a peace proposal from the general grievances committee helps resume operations district wide. The plan restores local charters and rights, ending discrimination against the strikers.
Taft may address the Texas Bar Association at its next Austin meeting set for March 14. The board discussed upcoming joint meetings with Texas Judges Association and considered moving summer conventions to winter. Pending legislative bills on practice and procedure were reviewed.
Arnur 48, a prominent farmer of the Linde nan section, was found dead at his doorstep with a bullet in his temple. He had been in town for jury duty when the judge refused to excuse him on grounds of illness. Authorities believe he took his life while temporarily demented from years of treatment for Reparlieg. He leaves a widow and three children.
The article notes that the Russo Japanese Agreement, concluded in Peking, strengthens the Soviet Union’s position in the Far East and provides Japan with a potential subservient port if tensions rise. It also discusses the reception given to M. Joffe, the first Soviet representative to Japan, and claims Japanese officials show sympathy toward Sovietism.
A note records sixty eight thousand eight hundred nine dollars set aside for a Sabine River bridge at Oranges. The measure, tied to the Texan Highway Association, stalls under Willan Lea of Orane, president, awaiting action on the proposed Sabine crossing.
Wires and piles from a collapsing embankment crushed and trapped workers. The dead are C. W. Kessler of Wigtoxi and K. W. Bil of Arkansas. Charles Hanson of Corpus Christi is hospitalized critical with mangled legs. E Werner and K Macon are injured. Sumner Company of San Antonio employs the workers.
Fragmentary ad copy touts a topical pain relief product for backache and soreness. It mentions a small amount used in a hand and a “Tovr sachin” and “Jamene” terms but the text is garbled and lacks clear facts or outcomes.
A fragmented note suggests hot tea as a simple home remedy to fight a cold. It mentions try this daily for two days and hints at low cost, but the text is garbled and lacks clear sources or specifics.
A fragmented advertisement lists school supplies and prices for a state education system's senior high and elementary schools. Items include large pencil tablets, Crayolas, pencil holders, loose leaf covers, paper protractors, note books, ink, and dictionaries with varied prices. The OCR shows mixed text about serving schools and locations on the sixth floor.
Mrs Ackerman of Convoy Ohio describes relief from a weak run down feeling after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She reports restoration to work, recommends it to her daughter in law, and offers to let others use her testimonial for proof of benefits.
Final Clearance at Veils offers 46-inch drane veils in solare octagon and hexigon rcsh with chenille dots and chantilly borders. Colors include black navy prawn taupe and more. Regular prices stated as 1.40 and 1.00 with trimmed brims and embroidered edges in multiple shades.
Final Clearance Sale offers underarm and beaded handbags in silk, brocade, suede, patent, and leather finishes. Styles include strap bags, pouches, novelties, and color assortments. prices listed at $2.65 for select items and 49c for a children’s vanity line.
In a final clearance, 25 beaded items are offered at a cut rate. Previously priced from 15 to 36, the sale drops to 5.00 to move quickly. Easy purchase opportunity amid limited stock.
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