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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1916
Page
8
Delivery service advertises daily hours at Laurel Heights and Government Hill with hourly inside deliveries within eight blocks of the store and invites rush orders.
Cambridge university officials reported five of six economics teachers joined the army before the war. Professor Pigou, the sole non serving member, was exempted after the university argued for his continued teaching and writing service. The board of trade had requested his services.
A naval wireless operator reported a light cruiser taking heavy damage and withdrawing from action at Jutland when a German torpedo was fired. Another British vessel fired, struck the torpedo, and exploded it before it could hit the cruiser.
The Chamal colony in Tamaulipas founded by George T. Ingram once housed 1180 Americans and flourished with farms, schools, and ranches. Revolt and bandit activity during 1910s lead to looting, property seizure, and a mass exodus to Texas and the United States. Elder McElroy recalls U.S. neutrality and Wilson’s stance eroding protections, leaving families split between San Antonio and scattered camps while Ingram and others await return.
Washington July 22 The Public Health Service urges calm and sanitation to prevent spreading infantile paralysis. Officials note no NY improvement yet fear spread elsewhere and advocate strict hygiene, segregating patients, and limiting infections through disinfection and reduced transmission.
An advertising appeal outlines a scalp care routine using Cuticura Ointment and Soap to remove dandruff and promote hair growth. A testimonial from W. C. Truman of Fordsville Kentucky describes a three month old girl with severe scalp disease healing after using Cuticura products. The notice invites free trial by return mail.
Dr. P. P. Claxton as US education commissioner leads a nationwide drive for rural school improvement. Secretary Lane urges Congress to fund a two to three year campaign with $100,000, arguing urban schools outpace rural ones in funds terms and quality.
In Bellefontaine Ohio pastor Rev F F Fenner of the First Baptist Church baked a cake at a market held for his congregation. After two encouraging attempts a third try yielded a cake that drew attention. The baker estimated the cost at 2.35 dollars and the item was sold at auction to avoid a loss.
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