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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1914
Page
3
A brief remark notes that a listener’s pleasure from piano music often narrows to a handful of pieces played repeatedly until interest wanes. The observation reflects common habits of casual music appreciation and the tendency to seek familiar tunes.
Frank M. Lewis of the San Antonio Country Club captured the presidents trophy in the Trans Miss golf tournament finals held at Evanston Golf Club in Kansas City. He defeated H. E. Brann of Kansas City 4 and 3 after leading two up on the first 18 holes, with a late surge on the back nine.
The article notes women face clocked hours and organic troubles like backache headaches nervousness and irritability due to work in stores and factories. It endorses Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a simple remedy.
At a board meeting Saturday Professor D. F. McCollum of Austin was elected superintendent for the coming year. He succeeds Professor W. I. Davidson who has moved to California. Several other applicants competed. High school teachers remain to be elected.
Washington June 15. Chairman Alexander of the House merchant marine committee announced plans to introduce a bill to provide complete federal regulation of all water carriers engaged in foreign and interstate commerce of the United States.
San Antonio delegates to Dallas report Ferguson widens appeal in North Texas counties once pro Ball strongholds. Farmers Unions back Ferguson with 60 to 80 percent membership. pro counties show rising support while campaigners push for stronger turnout ahead of the July primaries.
In Austin Texas on June 15 the federal court moved to civil business after finishing criminal matters. The lead case is Toyah Land and Cattle Company versus Charles Swenson with over 100000 dollars at stake. The matter was transferred from El Paso more than two years ago.
In Toledo on June 15 the Modern Woodmen of America insurgents and administration opened a battle before the credentials committee. Insurgents say if their Middle West delegates are not seated they will bolt or carry the fight to the courts once the committee reports. They expect defeat in the credentials committee and plan for legal action.
Residents report astonishing results from Adler-i-ka, a bowel cleanser made of buckthorn bark and glycerine. The product is claimed to drain foul matter from both bowls and provide immediate relief from constipation and gas after a single dose, according to a local druggist testimonial.
The Rev. M. Jenkins of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, in San Antonio extols Plant Juice. He reports relief from heart and kidney troubles and digestive complaints after using the product. He endorses it as safe, effective, and quickly beneficial, noting availability at Fischer's Drug Store.
Tonight at the Grand a major country store event promises many valuable prizes and hundreds of small gifts with chairs arranged on stage for crowds. Also today Auriema the famed female impersonator opens a two week engagement after a Memphis run, with daily gown and song changes. The Royal theater features short films and new comedies including Shorty series and Mein lieber Katrina, plus Ambrosio The Angel of the Mine. Tomorrow Klaw and Erlinger present The Fatal Wedding, with Our Mutual Girl leading Wednesday’s strong lineup.
Well known Dallas trap shooters planned to leave tonight for Houston to compete in the state championship. H. R. Bosley, the Dallas state champion, had not decided to go early and his title may go by default if he does not defend it. Expected travelers include Nick Arie, W. H. Bertrand, F. B. Williamson, H. W. Gwynne, amateurs, and L. J. Wade, a professional.
Adv promotes Horsford's Acid Phosphate for relief of nausea headache and acid stomach with reminder to use when foods disagree. Mention of Dr W Robbie moving to 411 Gibbs Building. Pigeon release reported in Mobile Alabama June 15 as 29 pedigreed homing pigeons of the Racing Pigeon Club of Paterson New Jersey were released from an office roof to fly home.
An advertisement touts Resinol Soap and Ointment for itching burning and eruptions. It claims fast relief, healing, and clear skin, noting doctors prescribe for nineteen years. Products priced 50c and 1.00 for ointment and 26c for soap, with free trial by writing Dept 21 R Baltimore.
Treasury agents prepare to trace income tax dodgers as the commissioner asserts there is no chance for evaders to slip through. The tax, due before July, triggers expanded investigations after April lists of bond holders stockholders and officers spurred hundreds of revised returns. Penalties include up to one year imprisonment or fines up to $1000, with larger fines for failure to file.
Frank Gurky, about 40, died in a city jail cell at 3 45 Monday morning after police arrested him Sunday afternoon near West Houston and Leona streets for causing complaints. Police found small boxes and bottles in his pockets containing drugs and he seemed under a powerful stimulant before becoming violent. The body was turned over to the Riebe Company while police seek any surviving relatives.
Faustino Martinez, 36, a G H A railway yard cleaner, was slashed six times on Austin street near rail yards at 5 am Sunday. Two Mexicans in custody believed involved. one charged with assault to murder, awaiting Martinez injuries outcome before formal complaint. Martinez hospitalized in serious condition with lacerations to face arm and back. Also, incident report notes Ontario Beach scenic railway derailment injuries. seventeen injured, later recovering after two-car train toppled and was struck by another car when a coat tangled in wheel.
Bold ad promises quick transformation of gray or streaked hair using Q-Ban shampoo like product. Claims natural deep dark color, lustrous finish, non sticky use, and added scalp benefits. Presents price 50 cents for a seven ounce bottle and distribution via Summers' Drug Stores San Antonio Texas with mail order for out of town customers.
London reports the unexpected victory of Baron Wimborne's polo team over Meadow Brook four last Saturday. King George supported Wimborne in reclaiming the international trophy. Editorials praise American sportsmanship for postponing the match until Captain Leslie St. G. Cheape recovered from an accident last Sunday a week ago.
Daily Mail quotes a warning that Americans peak when odds are stark and extraordinary effort is required to avert defeat, framing a context of a challenging performance and a potential Saturday win.
McArdle private secretary to Postmaster General Burleson visited Fort Worth mail workers at 6 am, met carriers, and conferred with Postmaster Speer after attending El Paso labor and Austin postmasters meetings. County Democratic Exec Committee met to set July 25 primary, fixing candidate fees. Austria's eight universities and two independent theological schools have 31,6 students.
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