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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1898
Page
7
Historical ad likens a proven medical remedy to battle disease. The claim centers on Munyon's claim of curing ailments with patent medicines. Includes bold language and period tone typical of aughts era newspaper promotional pages.
Citizens from San Francisco attended a lavish fete at the Mellen-Bwisa colony in Asti, celebrating the wine industry. A special train carried guests to view vast fermentation halls, brick reservoirs, and the plant reservoir, where 2,000 acres of vines and a 30,000 gallon cellar impressed visitors. The tour included the brandy distillery and museum-like structures, with President Hugh Craig noting the echoing chamber.
Lucy Boston Goble writes of a child’s view of her father and mother, noting the old suit 69 years worn, bright buttons, and a joke about Uncle Sam. The child struggles with a confusing world while the father smiles and the child asks why. The piece blends family imagery with a curious reference to UFOs and national identity through a young narrator.
The article details the ritual of sea burials aboard United States naval ships. It describes the bu rial procession as the crew gathers at the gangway, the call AL hands bury the dead, and the chaplain or commanding officer delivering a brief burial service before lowering the body.
The article surveys garments and styles favored by women and men in the city, noting white greenine with porcelain plants, silk mull and Radiant drap de femme fabrics, mummy lace edged ruffles, and ribbon bows. It also mentions infants' hosiery, linen and crash shoes, and a curious remark from The New York Times about men possibly showing interest in women’s wear. An uptown milliner advertises dual-window signage. Laundry habits for small towels and Turkish towels are discussed, along with critiques of street length skirts that risk safety and mobility.
Mrs. S. T. Rever prescribes a weight loss diet in July Ladies' Home Journal advising a quiet demeanor and light meals. Morning: warm water, light breakfast with toast or water bread, then lunch features whole wheat bread, buttered items, lean meats, eggs, and vegetables. Dinner includes soup, red meat avoidance, potatoes, rice, and a dessert of custard or tiramisu style options, with limited vegetables and a green salad. Cream soups and cocoa or chocolate with cream are noted as valuable for weaker meals.
A young man challenged Efency Ward Beecher about church membership and hypocrisy. Beecher replied that such fools are allowed to remain outside to keep real believers in, noting Plymouth Church is not free from pretenders.
A traveler meets a seller near a house by the beck and follows a puzzling dialogue. Questions elicit odd one word replies such as Noggs Langs Frogs Hogs Dogs. The fragment hints at a linguistic or phonetic riddle rather than a coherent event.
In July Tabies Home Journal an illustrated biography of President McKinley recounts a parable of mercy toward political foes. The maker notes McKinley’s generous spirit during a governor’s term and a deserter’s return, ending with a Methodist quip about grace.
The St Paul Pioneer Press argues that seven of the population should invest $20 in the 3 percent war loan. It warns against bloated bondholders and urges a prudent withdrawal, noting bonds offer low risk and potential premium as soon as issues mature. It also highlights cash convertibility for rainy days.
A strange verse depicts a dull new chorus where the ad smith labors in a world of slang and clumsy whimsy. The speaker contrasts bustling markets, street talk, and a modest dream to pocket twenty net. The ad smith stands firm, content with simple aims amid chaotic fancy and fading glory.
In a scene of grand pretensions in The Criterion, Counts De Dos Toros and Hijo Grande dream of American estates and New York society. They sip claret and plot, imagining Chiago and New Ark, while debating influence, wealth, and a Vanderbilt yacht, before Count De Dos Toros reveals his funds are only seven pieces.
Letters and editorial notes critique cood and gallune Guu and Nye up Washington rhetoric, praise Adinseif for supporting heritage, and discuss European tensions. The piece argues for peace, cautions against land grabs, and comments on naval views, cable taxes, and cigar taxation while urging individual effort and moral standards.
A fragment from a Santa Constitution article argues morality and loyalty should not be based on race. It contends whites are not respected merely for whiteness but for their own character, while other groups lack similar recognition unless they possess other qualities.
The Bermuda and England linked system keeps land within old families, limiting alien inheritance. Aimed at preventing Portuguese encroachment, the rule punishes Bermuda women who marry foreigners by stripping them of land and legal capacity. Local Indies fret over unequal liberty, while some Bermuda women still marry for love despite the restrictions.
A description of new waistcoat designs featuring gray padded embroideries, floral ribbon decorations, and contrasting trims. The article notes introduction in the Intess whamber of Mie Batnaatop and expected wide adoption for satin, silk, and carded fabrics in dull greens, mauves, and blues. Special trims include braided ribbons and bold sailor collars, with a focus on bright threaded edgings and unique fabric combinations.
A lively July excerpt recalls Fourth of July celebrations with nostalgic lines about old generals and liberty symbols. It shifts to a July Ladies’ Home section by Mrs Rover describing foods for stoutness and diet tips, listing vegetables, fruits, and light sandwiches suitable for noonday meals and suppers.
Renarka Blue Rescur, Plainfield, wife of Michael Curtain, suffered a month under a doctor. Hopelessly ill with consumption, she tried Dr King’s New Discovery after her druggist suggested it. Six bottles cured her, and she now enjoys good health. Baiter & Son drug store sold bottles at 60 cents and 1.00.
An insider note describes a new compass plant specimen found by two students of Southwest Asian College, Mark and Paul Whit, during last season's senior campaign. They observed a robust clone with distinctive branching and leaf arrangement, noting distichous stems and main axis growth. The report urges observers to bring specimens for verification while warning of speculative profit schemes tied to stock in Remark.
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