16 Jul 1915
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1915
Page
1
A garbled notice from a drugstore advertises a promotion or remedy sale. It mentions drug products, possible health claims, and a store name Wage Drugstore. The legible portions suggest a medical or pharmaceutical context with prices or terms, but the text is largely unreadable.
AHealth Service report argues typhoid fever remains a significant U S threat with rates lower in some regions but still high compared with European nations Sanitation improvements cut local rates while rural and individual practices hinder prevention Efforts stress practical measures and community action to curb spread and costs.
The report details docket clearance and case totals by year from the Court of Oyer and Terminer and Appeal, noting small peak figures and reductions since the court’s establishment. It highlights a drop in cases during Marine 1914-1815 and cites yearly totals around 1909 and 1913 with emphasis on the court's efficiency and historical accumulation.
Ambiguous figures appear to reference tax estimates and legislative context. The text mentions Gunn RRA tax estimates, values like 58.00 and 4.00, and phrases about county alignments and appropriations. It reads as a fragmented fiscal update with unclear origins and many garbled names and places.
A dispatch reports heavy fighting as Russian forces endure a stiff defensive effort. German troops pressed advances on ridges and through woods, with shelling, machine gun fire, and casualties mounting. A Ukrainian or allied commander coordinates retreats and regrouping while units suffer losses and seek new positions amid advancing enemy pressure.
A fragmentary wartime diary describes morning reorganization, artillery peril, and a retreat to safer positions. The narrative notes scattered combat, rapid moves, shifting lines, wounded officers, and hospital relocations as the front endures bombardment and infantry clashes.
Advertisement notes room for new fall woolens and promotes about 110 Palm Beach suits at a deal, mentioning Lentz Tutlor 312 We Gem and indicating a price or sale condition.
A Texas judge ruling halts some food department actions in San Antonio, saying owners are not responsible for employees after showing effort to keep places sanitary. The decision affects a defendant charged with food law violations, dismissing most county counts while hinting at possible filings in justice courts if the campaign against pure food continues.
The June school board financial statement under James W. Donnell as chairman shows a total balance from all sources of $228,681.10. The total receipts amount to $209,382.47 with expenditures of $42,826.05. Asset accounts include maintenance funds $168,178.03, county funds $3,628.87, accounting funds $2,019.08, and auxiliary funds $66,064.10.
A fragmented 19th century clipping blends currency figures and odd anecdotes. It recounts misprinted sums seven six and eight dollars, a tale of Sir Richard Sterdy and a party whistle, and a German old maiden who prays to move a Rhine view. It also references Irish debates, Ulster leaders, and remarks about political figures at Westminster.
The Medical Society’s new quarters at the Bedell building second door host a library room with 1000 volumes on medical topics. Donations fund a large room equip including chairs and tables. Col C Gibbs donors and Hicks reading management back the setup as a valuable asset for the profession.
Scranton lawyer Dr. Peck spoke at Wesleyan University about Woodrow Wilson’s tenure as professor. He described Wilson organizing a close classroom atmosphere, inspiring students, and influencing college life with debates, football support, and engaging lectures.
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