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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1916
Page
26
John Grier Hibben of Prince speaks at a linchaéa about preferred service as duty. A nervous new hand clashes with veteran clerks over pay and job status at a firm, with figures cited including 202 and 38152 in a tense exchange.
An old warning on infant feeding argues against constant feeding to quiet babies. It promotes Nestlé’s prepared formula as a complete, safe alternative, claiming easy use, air-tight cans, and a free trial offer with a booklet for parents.
Texas retailers at the Galveston convention paused at 10:39 am to honor the flag. Representative George Mendell of Austin delivered a ten minute address on the history of the American flag while Mrs Harrison Hope Yawkins of Marlin helped distribute flags to attendees. Secretary W. J. Edgecombe presented the principal business, offering suggestions for improving business methods.
A newly described absorption method claims to restore youthful facial skin by topical wax absorption. The process supposedly smooths pores and evens tone through nightly application, using a homemade remover and bath preparation to expose fresher skin color.
In Denver the ova mission form of government dies with three years of the commission system ending. Robert Speer appears again in the mayor's chair, as the charter amendment sailed through. Merchants and leaders discuss the radical shift and the cash grocery critique dominates debates, while convention reports and remarks from Texan officials pepper the proceedings.
James Olhoy Brooks age 11 son of Birs CG Brooks 44 South Alamo street disappeared from home and police fear he is not in the city. He telephoned his mother Friday night and again Sunday night saying he would stay with a friend and return. Neighbors and officers search the city as Mrs Brooks awaits word. He wore a blue shirt gray trousers and a cap and was barefoot when last seen.
Hair care advice promoting pure coconut oil as a greaseless, cheap alternative to commercial shampoos. Instructions describe mixing with water, using a small amount, and benefits include softer, cleaner hair with less dandruff. Mentions availability at drug stores and long-lasting use for families.
A brief note urges use of light want ads to reduce vacancies by attracting good tenants. It claims a dollar spent can save many by filling vacant property.
A sweepstakes golf tournament for women starts Thursday at 6:30 AM with handicap play on 14 holes. Entries include Mesdanies Hub ert Mv Silshee Yael Gatford J H son Grahard W 8 Fellas J Caeruth Joseph Frost P Lewis 8 T Lowery Ty Parrant She Kanjpmann H Lee Ransom A Duane EMott E I George PL Sehultse and 2 Brown Miss Brung Reed and Miss Bale of Augtia.
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