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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1918

Page

9

Motorize Fire Department If There Is a Way

Mayor Bell considers complete motorization of the fire department with a $60,000 plan led by Fire Chief Goetz. Four motor-driven pumping engines would cost about $34,000, replacing worn horse-drawn units at many outlying stations. A installment proposal offers down payment with annual notes, pending legal review by City Attorney McMillan.

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Dwelling Raid Marks Vice Crusade In City

Detectives from the vice squad raided a North Laredo Street dwelling late Monday night and arrested several men and women on charges of vice or disorderly conduct. The woman in charge of the operation was jailed for conducting a disorderly house. fines in Corporation Court on Tuesday ranged from 23 to 50 dollars. Two men at East Commerce Street pool hall faced similar gains charges and were fined ten dollars each. A police court ruling requires evidence beyond arrest testimony for convictions, following dismissed cases. Local merchants accused of selling liquor unlawfully face hearings in Corporation Court Wednesday. California passengers and Southern Pacific lines are noted in the surrounding text.

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Uric Acid Cure Promoted For Rheumatism Relief

An old health column recommends a fizzy “Ithi Water” remedy to lowering uric acid and ease rheumatism. It claims drinking a glass before breakfast for a week helps kidneys eliminate impurities, aided by a grape, grain lemon mix and rad salts as a daily treatment. The piece urges warm dress and hydration to support kidney function in damp cold weather.

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Zemo antiseptic lotion for skin ailments priced at 5c

A promotional note claims Zemo, an antiseptic liquid, cures acne eczema itch pimples and rashes, with minor urtids disappearing overnight and itching stopping instantly. It touts cleansing, non greasy application and suitability for tender skin, with the Cleveland distributor’s name.

Zemo W. RoseCe Claveland

Cascarets Liver Health Ad Teaser From Old Newspaper

An old illustrated ad touts Cascarets as a gentle liver and bowel cleanser. It urges readers to use a Cascaret for biliousness headaches and stomach upset, claiming harmlessness and suitability for children.

Robber-B. Col lin reports fridge raids at East Clark porch

A resident at 225 East Clark Street told police Monday afternoon that intruders have raided his refrigerator on the rear porch on several occasions. The note lists other local ads and a disturbance theater faux, with multiple names and vendors appearing in the OCR.

B. Collin East Clark Street Eves G. Greenwood Granada Street

More Ships Bunkered as New York Harbor Stands Ready

Turbulent weather and dense fog hindered harbor operations as shipping into New York faced delays. Officials reported bunkering of supply ships completed while others remained at anchor awaiting clearance, with readiness to sail delayed by conditions and civil constraints.

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Delays in troop mail prompt government action

Washington DC January 29 Delays in delivery of mail to American troops in France are to be investigated under a resolution adopted today by the House of Representatives. The measure seeks an expedited inquiry into postal delays and their impact on Allied forces and the American war effort.

Wagiington France

Dr Young Urges Land Purchase for San Antonio Asylum

A dated report shows Dr Harry Young, superintendent of the Southwestern Br paans Asylum at San Antonio, urging the purchase of 400 acres near the asylum to make the institution self sustaining. He recommends moving the boiler and building an industrial training facility and a farm colony to separate patients at work from others. He opposes privatizing storekeepers under the state purchasing agent. The report lists 1878 patients on September 1, 1916, and 1960 on September 1, 1917, with 581 admissions and 474 discharges during the year.

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Three Thousand Men Hike Twenty Miles From Target Range

After weeks of target practice, Camp Bulls 2000 men of the Fauja Infantry march from the range to Camp Travis on Tuesday. Weather includes snow in San Antonio area. troops aim to begin the 20 mile march toward home and are joined by various regiments and corps. This report notes health good, reports on units, and deployment plans for the ensuing movement.

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Be Pretty Turkeys? Ancient Hair Dye Recipe Details

Fragmentary OCR describes a hair dye mixture with sulphur and plant components as a youth enhancer. It mentions mixing, applying with a brush, and aging to dark gray hair. Cites Sage and Sulphur Cow mound and other ingredients. tone imitates period beauty guidance.

Young at Heart Hair Restorer Promoted in Ad Copy

An advertisement touts a hair color restorer claimed to darken and gloss hair evenly without washing away, promising lasting results and a money back guarantee. It asserts growing use among women and references a nationwide pharmacist endorsement.

Ghon Mair

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