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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1916

Page

3

Edwin F Sweet to address San Antonio trade conference

Ed win F Sweet of the bureau of foreign and domestic commerce will speak at a San Antonio meeting on the border military highway project and trade promotion. The conference plans a reorganization of the border road group with Mason Maney presiding.

Mexico-United States San Antonio Edwin F. Sweet Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce Sweet Latin America Washington Texas United States Manufacturers’ Club

Dr Bell s Pine Tar Honey for chest cold relief

Local inflammation from colds can threaten health if unchecked. Dr Bell s Pine Tar Honey acts as an antiseptic, penetrates irritation, and helps tissues heal, soothing the chest and reducing inflammation. A user reports relief after two weeks of severe chest cold.

Dr. Bell

Getting Ready 10 Canvass Prospects

By week’s end about 200 solicitors for the Chamber of Commerce plan will be appointed and ready for duty. Generals J W Hucker and H J Hayes lead two divisions with twenty captains each selecting four workers, targeting 3000 prospects for a campaign starting February 7 to win 2000 members. County Judge James R Davis praises a departmental plan to split work into industrial commercial civic and agricultural areas with added publicity and convention departments.

Chamber of Commerce J. W. Hucker H. J. Hayes Evansvile Ind San Antonio James R. Davis San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Davis

Exchange May Join National Association

The San Antonio Real Estate Exchange may affiliate with the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges. A 4 PM board meeting at the Brady building office will precede a 5 PM mass meeting to boost civic work and discuss plans for the 1918 fair. S. M. Kile will preside.

San Antonio Ingersoll S. “. Kile Exchange

Notable Hotel Guests Visit City Icons

A stream of visitors check in at leading hotels including Ernest D. Sexton of Los Angeles, J. J. Stewart of Boston, and C. H. McCormick of San Francisco. Guests from Athens, Philadelphia, Mission, Dallas, Waco, El Paso, and New York are noted at the Menger, St. Anthony, Gunter, as well as other premier downtown hotels.

Ernest D. Sexton Los Angeles Cal Menger J. J. Stewart Boston Mass St. Anthony T. M. Pierce Athens C. A. Tenold Calmarstown L. J. Hart Gunter Hotel C. H. McCormick San Francisco William. E. Worcester Philadelphia George H. Winsor San Benito Tex Gunter W. S&s. Johnson W. ©. Johnson Meridian M. Holdeman Waco, Tex

Father sees son’s golf potential in playful quote

A Washington Star quote records a fond father praising his youngster who “toe-in” when standing, remarking that he has great hopes and seems naturally built for expert golf, highlighting early confidence in a future talent.

Washington Star

Cyclone Davis Wears Necktie in Washington Scene

In Washington on January 26 the Sulphur Springs, Texas, congressman known as Cyclone Davis shocked observers by appearing without his familiar gray muffler and instead wearing a linen collar and necktie. He adjusts to Washington fashion while accompanying lawmakers urging Horace Chilton’s Supreme Court appointment. He displays cautious pride, checking his collar often as he admires his new attire.

Washington, D. C Davis Washington Texas Sheppard Horace Chilton Dallas Supreme Court James H. Davis Sulphur Springs Cyclone

Mrs Clara Muegge Dies at Home in San Antonio

Mrs Clara Muegge born January 20 1836 in Duesseldorf Germany died at 3 30 Sunday morning at 105 Nolan Street San Antonio three days after her eightieth birthday She came to America in 1850 and settled in San Antonio She survived by husband J E Muegge two daughters Ernest Holekamp and Charles Heberer two sons August and T J Muegge a sister and twenty one grandchildren The funeral will be held at 4 o clock Monday from the home with Rev Philip Cook in charge The Hermann Sons auxiliary lodge will conduct at the grave Pallbearers listed with both active and honorary members

Clara Muegge San Antonio Nolan Street Muegge Duesseldorf Germany America Jacob Biesenbach J. E. Muegge Ernest Holekamp Charles Heberer August T. J. Muegge J. C. Zushing Philip Cook St. Mark's Episcopal Church

Sidney Smith Dies at Home Near San Antonio

Sidney Smith aged 24 died at his home in Senior south of San Antonio at 10 o clock Sunday morning. He was a farmer born near Senior and lived there all his life. Survived by his widow, his mother Mrs. Sarah Smith, three sisters, and three brothers. Funeral from the home at 11 o clock Monday morning. Interment in Ramble Greve cemetery.

Sidney Smith Senior San Antonio Sarah Smith Ramble Greve

Death of Miss Sarah Karotkin at 108 South California Street

Miss Sarah Karotkin aged 20 died Sunday afternoon at her parents home 108 South California Street. Survived by Mr. and Mrs. Sam Karotkin and three brothers Harry Hyman and Bassey. A funeral was held Monday at 2 PM from the home with Rabbi Gerstein officiating. Interment followed in the Jewish Orthodox cemetery.

Sarah Karotkin Sam Karotkin South California Street Harry Hyman Bassey Karotkin Shea Max Karotkin Gerstein

Smallpox and Diphtheria Reported in Texas Epidemic Update

Austin report by Dr. W. A. Davis state registrar lists December cases of smallpox 212 scarlet fever 324 diphtheria 349 and typhoid 65. The four month period shows a noticeable diphtheria epidemic now under control by state and local health officials.

Austin Tex W. A. Davis State Registrar of Vital Statistics

Hypnotism Question Prompts Marriage Tip in Talk

A witty exchange asks if hypnotism could help a girl find a husband. The speaker suggests if hypnotism proves real it should be studied and exposed so every girl might secure a spouse.

New Spring Dresses Highlighted In Elegant Collection

A diverse collection showcases early spring styles with taffeta merceuse georgette crepe fabrics in shades and harmonious combinations. Includes Directoire inspired lines and antebellum draped effects for street and evening wear. New white taffeta evening dresses debut today priced from 19.75 to 29.75 on the third floor.

Bargain Textiles and Linens Sale Items

Special scarfs and centerpieces offered at 69c to 78x54 Batenburg scarfs and 30x30 drawnwork centerpieces. Marseilles spreads priced from 2.59 to 3.50 with various sizes and fringed edges. Bath towels 59c, dress percal es 8c yard, flannelettes 15c with floral kimono designs.

Batenburg Marseilles

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