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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1918
Page
4
The Milan City Club met at the Gunter Hotel to discuss trade expansion and future plans. A. dT. Urstangla led the briefing on broader commercial growth linking San Antonio producers with Texas markets and beyond.
Advertising copy promotes Cascarets as a gentle inside cleansing remedy. It claims it stops headaches bilious spells sour stomachs tired tongue bad breath and constipation. The pitch highlights nightly use wake up feeling fine and notes widespread sales to emphasize safety and popularity.
On May 23 in Brooklyn, Richard Enright was named acting police commissioner by Mayor Hylan and later given command of over 10,000 uniformed officers. The appointment followed the resignation of Broderick Hughes, with Enright described as on probation and then placed in charge within 24 hours.
A long society page lists dinners, birthdays, and entertainments at Kelly Field and Beethoven Mall. Highlights include a Philharmony concert in Beethoven Hall, a Minne Apollo Symphony Orchestra program, and a primary pupils recital by Dorothy Matthews in Saint Marks Parish. Attendees include many named guests from the military and local clubs, with details of receptions and upcoming dances at Gunter Hotel and a War Vets association meeting.
A late 19th or early 20th style note lists attendees at a Colowa gathering led by President Mrs New BMMtx and other officers including Vice-President Mrs 162 Cur tis conductor Mr Samm Pox and assistant conductor Mrs Sehofen bare. A retiring president Mrs Welss receives a gold pin from Mr E G Le Stourgeon.
Colonel Roosevelt declares it every man's duty to expose inefficiency hindering war work. He criticizes maladministration in the War Department and supports a war cabinet and a munition department. He urges Congress to seek truth through investigations and stresses public duty over politics.
Tom Gunn, famed Chinese aviator, tours Kelly Field to observe U.S. aircraft methods and engine purchases for a Chinese government program. He has flown internationally from Canton to Tokyo and Manila, praising Katherine Stingerson and showcasing aviation diplomacy while noting his role in aiding China’s arid war effort.
The article cites German strength with 220 divisions and the western front outnumbering allies by ten divisions. It notes tactical shifts, division averages from 10,000 to 13,000 men, and suggests an official response will follow. It mentions Tepingtons attack and a misattributed phrase, reflecting wartime rumors and command views.
American tenor Avan Williams, famed as a distinguished singer, is scheduled to perform with the Philharmonic Orchestra Society this Saturday evening at Wells Field. Local appeal runs strong as audiences anticipate several vocal numbers by the guest artist.
The Times naval correspondent notes improved ship loss figures in early January and December 1917. He cautions the proportion escaping attack has risen, with roughly one third to one half of vessels escaping compared with those attacked. The outlook is described as more distinctly hopeful despite gaps between fortnights.
Advertisement touts Calotabs as a purifying remedy for colds and grippe. It claims one tab on the tongue with water clears symptoms by morning, with no salt or harsh taste. Sold in original packages for 35 cents, recommended by druggists and guaranteed.
Washington reports begin negotiations involving Rafael Siete and Amussidou Flotener to modify US export controls enabling corn and other food shipments to Mexico. Delegates from Mexico, Argentina, and the United States will discuss remedies to reduce costs for American importers and secure supplies, amid concerns over crop shortages and market profiteering.
San Antonio’s Pebrancy 18 class united across Main Avenue and Brackenridge High to receive diplomas from the Board of Education. Nat M. Washer presented the diplomas as W. H. Tizzell of Agricnhurst College delivered the commencement address. The ceremony featured an invocation by Deur Jones of Ket Presbyterian Church, and a brief history by Marsha Sainston.
An excerpt contrasts different hatreds and calls for moral strength to follow the path of righteousness. It cites Henry Van Dyke and references a publication’s outline with figures like 300,000 and interest amounts, though the fragmentary text remains unclear.
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