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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1917

Page

3

Senate Battles to Pass Railroad and War Bills Before Adjournment

Democratic senators wrestle with railroad legislation and other administration measures as time runs low in the Sixty fourth Congress. House action on Adamson’s railroad bill looms amid opposition to key bills and a push for revenue and preparedness measures.

Washington, D. C Senate House Adamson General Administration Interstate Commerce Commission Tris Wilson Cummins Washington Jefferson Ways and Means Committee Kitchin

Testimonials for Lydia E Pinkham Medicine

Unsolicited letters from women praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The company notes it verifies writers and secures written consent before publication. Letters claim relief from displacements inflammation ulceration irregularities nervousness weakness stomach troubles and depression.

Lydia E. Pinkham

The Prescription Druggist Advertisement

The Prescription Druggist at Be dell Building corner Avenue C and Travis advertises vt delivery service with phone Cr. 3537 or Tr. 3537.

Bedell Bldg Corner Avenue C and Travis

Fire destroys Kelley & Co. blanket firm in Boston

A five story brick building in Boston's wholesale dry goods district housing Thomas Kelley & Co. blanket manufacturers burned early today causing an estimated loss of 350000 dollars. The structure stood in the center of the district.

Boston Mass Thomas Kelley & Co

A Mother's Troubles Bracing with Scott's Emulsion

A weary mother, worn by constant care, is urged to take Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil to strengthen, purify blood, and build nerves. The ad notes it is non alcoholic and provided by Scott & Bowne of Bloomfield New Jersey.

Scott Scott & Bowne Bloomfield N.J

Mexico Considers Army Eligibility for Office and Church Law

Queretaro reports the constitutional assembly allows army officers to run for state or congressional posts outside their current commands. It also tightens church rules, requires Mexican-born ministers, and sets church acts to be conducted publicly in churches under state vigilance.

Queretaro Mexico Constittional Assembly Carranza Congress Felix M. Palavacini Public Instruction Wilson United States Lansing Senor Palavacini Joseph Tumulty

Father Held After Four Children Die in Auburn Fire

In Auburn Washington the four Hewitt children aged 5 to 11 were found dead from head injuries after a house fire. The father 8 A Hewitt a railroad brakeman was arrested as a mob gathered and threatened violence. Evidence suggested a kerosene lamp started the blaze and a blood stained hammer was found with Myrtle the girl. Insurance policies survived the flames and were given to a neighbor. Mrs Hewitt is missing in Seattle.

Tacoma Wash A. Hewitt Hewitt Auburn Seattle Myrtle

Wolfson's End-of-Month Sale Clears Winter Stock

Wolfson's announces an end of month sale across departments to clear winter stock. Immediate price concessions push quick selling of a large amount of merchandise.

Silk fabrics in stripes plaids and checks for spring

Excellent silks in daintily colored stripes plaids and checks suitable for now and for spring. A limited quantity of each pattern. 42 and 44 inch tropical weight all wool suitings carried over from last season offered at present wholesale cost. Second Floor.

Thrift Talks Spur Savings Clubs Efforts in San Antonio

A four day thrift campaign reached about 4000 people with aims to form school and business savings clubs. The Council of Mothers' Clubs appointed a committee led by Mrs. A H Cadwallader to study and begin work locally. Dr. David Latshaw directed the campaign with speeches and guidance on thrift in health time and character.

Council of Mothers’ Club San Antonio A. H. Cadwallader David Latshaw International Committee of the New York City Latshaw Charl S. Meek L. E. Wolfe E. G. le Stourgeon W. A. Black United States Council of Mothers’ Clubs The Traction Company Gas and Electric Company Alamo Iron Works Draughon Business College Alamo City Business College Peacock Military Academy San Antonio Drug Company Travis Park Methodist Church Camp Wilson

Suspicious office desk alarm in Ottawa paper

In a curious exchange, two men discuss a locked desk and drawers put away in a five minute absence. The dialogue hints at possible interference, reported in the Ottawa Free Press with a wary tone.

Dabchick Dabchieck Ottawa Free Presa

Shoe Cobblers to Raise Rates Across Nation

Chicago reports price hikes for shoe repair shops as the United States Shoe Repair Association recommends increases from 25 to 50 percent due to rising leather costs. The move targets more than 2000 shops nationwide.

Chicago United States Shoe Repair Association

Trades Council Special Meeting Notice

Organized labor calls delegates to a special meeting at Council Hall on January 30 at 8 o'clock. President Paul Steffler and J. W. Ellett urge all to attend.

Council Hall Paul Steffler J. W. Ellett

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