Court House crowd faces voters in local election drama
Short snappers describe the Court House crowd pressing for influence in precincts with slogans against Germans and plans to mobilize Mexican votes. They accuse Mayor Brown and Jake Rubiola of manipulation to defeat Osceola Archer for District Clerk, while Lamm’s supporters condemn the interference as harming taxpayers and civic integrity.
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Court House
Lam
J. K. Lamm
Brown
Mr. Lamm
Jake Rubiola
Sioner
Lamm
Coy
Osceola Archer
Swat the Flies and the Machine in Political Ads
A political advertising item titled Swat the Flies and the Machine critiques bureaucratic waste and appeals to voters. It frames government inefficiency as a persistent problem and urges action at the polls to curb oversized programs.
Surprise party honors Percy Tyrrell founder of hotel orchestra
In a Gunter Hotel dining room surprise, 32 Second Wisconsin soldiers march Percy Tyrrell to the head of a banquet table to honor the founder of the Hotel Blodgett orchestra. The band, now at Camp Wilson, grew from Tyrrell's Marshfield venture to entertain guests at the Blodgett.
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Wisconsin
North
Gunter Hotel
Percy Tyrrell
Little Orchestra
Second
Camp Wilson
Blodgett
Marshfield
Wis
Tyrrell
Gunter
Hotel Blodgett Orchestra
Walter McComb
Princess Theater
Frank R. Reigel
Edward C. Witt
R. Connor
Fred B. Rhyner
August A. Wolf
John V. Voge
William E. Thompson
Richard C. Thickens
William R. Bruce
Edwin J. Augustus
Walter Mueller
Maj
Russell S. Chenery
Farmer Karl Fischer Found Dead near Cas troville Road
Karl E. Fischer a 27 year old ranch resident was found dead Thursday morning on the Cas troville road ten miles from town. Justice Ben S Fisk ruled death by poison. He was a Comal county native member of Woodmen of the World Fratz station survived by parents two brothers and four sisters. Funeral held at Reibe chapel with Rev Knaak officiating Steinbruck cemetery interment.
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Karl E. Fischer
Castroville Road
Ben S. Fisk
Fischer
Comal County
Woodmen of the World
Fratt Station
George Fischer
Barnhard
Reinhard Fischer
Bulverde
Federal aid for backward pupils bill proposed in House
A Meeker of Missouri backed federal aid to mentally deficient schoolchildren. The bill would create a bureau in the Department of the Interior to study, test, classify, and treat backward and mentally handicapped students and fund a physiological clinic in DC.
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Bills
Bureau
Washington, D. C
Sam
House
Representative Meeker
Missouri
House Committee On Education
Committee On Education
Uncle Sam
Bureau of Education
Department of the Interior
Bureau of
District of Columbia
Remington Typewriter Co Pays Salaries During Military Service
District manager P Reed reports a letter from F E Van Bushkirk vice president confirming the company will continue paying regular salaries to employees who serve in state militia called to federal service. The policy aims to reward patriotism and keep men in line for promotion.
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Co. P. Reed
Remington Typewriter Company
F. FE. van Bushkirk
Suspicion Confirmed in Rural Parish Shop Greeting
A vicar who preached for foreign missions found cold reception in a village shop when the shopkeeper returned a marked half-crown he had given last Sunday. She claimed the Africans never received the money, revealing the care with which alms were tracked.
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Tit Iits
Jim
Cyclone Davis Posts Largest Campaign Expenses in Texas Race
In the Texas primary period Democratic candidates file expenses under the corrupt practices act. Cyclone Davis reports 2825.84 spent with 223 on newspaper ads and 935.23 on speeches. Garner and Young show no expenses as they have no opposition. Other lawmakers like Dies, Buchanan, Gregg also list smaller totals.
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Washington, D. C
Texas
House of Representatives
Senate
J. H
Davis
Garner
Young
Gregg
Galveston
Lone Star State
Notable Visitors and Arrivals at San Antonio Hotels
A string of guests checked into the St. Anthony, Gunter and Menger including J. H. Maxon of Harwood TL M. F. Limmwell of Fort Worth Mrs James Pryor Taiin of Washing ton and Mre. James Pryor Taiin at Gunter and Menger. Arthur Roose Philadelphia and others from Victoria Dallas Mexico City New Orleans and New York are listed among arrivals and business travelers with MK and Texas RR officials in town.
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J. H. Maxon
Harwood
St. Anthony
M. F. Limmwell
Fort Worth
Gunter
James Pryor Taiin
Washington, D. CC
Menger
W. Bull
New York
M. Rex Yates
New Orleans
John G. Fox
Victoria
San Antonio
St. Louis
T. O. Webster
Dallas
W. €. Roose
Philadelphia
W. A. Webb
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad
J. B. Morrows
Frisco System
Doctor Encouragement for Weight in Wild Cats
Mrs Dumson asks if the doctor offered hope and Mr Dumson confirms. The physician reportedly told him he would be able to whip his weight in wild cats soon, prompting Mrs Dumson to wonder where he will find them.
To Prevent Old Age Coming Too Soon
An advertisement cites Dr. Pierce of Buffalo urging remedies for aging and urinary disorders. It promotes taking Anuric to cleanse kidneys, soothe backache, and dissolve uric acid, claiming thirty seven times lithia potency and quick grand results with pure water.
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Dr. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Midsummer Hats Special Open Beyond Original Prices
Panamas hemp hair and net hats in two material combinations mostly white with roses wreaths fruits and ribbons priced at 2.45 down from 7.50 originally. Third Floor.
Envelope Chemise and Night Gowns Sale
Soft sheer undergarments described with lace embroidery and ribbon offered at 79 cents each. Advertises envelope chemise and night gowns as a special price in a local sale.
Corset Advertises 50 Cent Offer
An old advertisement touts a corset priced at 50 cents. It highlights a light weight bauiste style with a long skirt and medium bust, claiming suitability for the average figure.
New Water Wings Sold For A Quarter Pair
New supplies of water wings priced at 25 cents each or 25 cents for the pair. Described as equally good for beginners and expert swimmers. Offered on the third floor.
Correct Apparel for the Beaches
Mohair bathing suits sell for 3.95 with knitted suits from 3.95 to 5.95. All wool jersey bathing tights priced at 1.50 and bathing caps range 0.25 to 0.75 while bathing shoes cost 0.25 to 1.00. Items available on the third floor.
Hats for Girls Two to Six at Fifty Cents
Pique and straw hats for girls aged two to six offered for 50 cents, originally priced up to 2.25. Selection on the third floor.
Dainty Tub Frocks Offered At Low Prices
Soft cool summer colored dresses in voile organdy lawn and busting batistes with white hems and colored borders. Fashions feature odd florals blocks stripes and plaids in a good range of sizes. Special prices set at 4.95 and 9.95 for a quick summer sale.
Beach Cloth Tailor Suits at 4 95
Limited stock sale offers suits once priced up to 10 dollars for 4.95. Describes natural shades gray tan green blue in Silverbloom Palm Beach and linen fabrics. Third Floor.
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Palm Beach
Silk Blouses Discounted to $1.45 and $3.65
Silk crepe de chine and Georgette blouses originally priced from $2.95 to $7.50 are reduced to $1.45 and $3.65. Offered in white and soft summer shades on the first floor.
Lava Soap and Cakes Ad with Prices
An old advertisement touts Lava soap for mechanics and seven cakes of 5¢ each for 25 cents. The copy promotes grease and paint removal and notes a first floor location.
Women’s Neckwear Reduced a Third
A summer neckwear sale cuts prices by one third on items originally $1.50 and up. Includes a good assortment of styles. First Floor.
Silk Milanese Gloves at 69 Cents a Pair
Advertisement notes $1 silk Milanese gloves on sale for 69 cents. Black and white, sixteen but ton length, many sizes, regular $1 quality. Located on the first floor.
Silk Hosiery Sale One Dollar A Pair
Broad display of novelty silk hosiery in many designs and color combos originally up to two dollars now offered at one dollar per pair on the first floor with a large assortment available.
Linen Handkerchiefs at Reduced Prices
Advertises 35c fine linen handkerchiefs now 23c each with real linen, white and colored designs. Some with narrow hems or colored roll edges. Regular 35c grades offered at 23c. First Floor.
Hindu poet Tagore touring the United States
Tokyo July 21 Sir Rabindra Nath Tagore the Indian poet travels via Japan to lecture in major U S cities. He denounces British rule in India while criticizing education gaps and notes Japan may back India. He contrasts silent contemplation with Western rushing life.
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Tokyo
Sir Rabindranath Tagore
Japan
United States
India
Tagore
Automobiles Rule Personal Freedom In Silent Authority
A fragment notes the sense that people structure their lives around the car, as vehicles exert control over daily routines and choices, shaping mobility and independence within a consumer driven society. The remark underscores a pervasive ownership ethos affecting time, schedules, and priorities.
Zemo Promises Fast Skin Relief for Eczema
Advertising copy touts Zemo as a quick cure for eczema and skin conditions. It claims immediate relief upon application and removal of pimples rash and other issues, with a 25 cent bottle and a dollar for an extra large size. Cleveland seller denoted.
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Zemo
Cleveland
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