Perpetual Worker Released by Police and Back on Job
A Mexican man who worked four days and three nights without sleep was released by San Antonio police and returned to duty at the West Side Cafe. The proprietor, who had previously jailed him twice, finally hired him, saying he will supervise but not blame himself if the man overworks. The worker, arriving from Missouri to join his family, insists he is not afflicted and wants to keep laboring.
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Ufternoon
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Missouri Pacific Railroad Company
Missouri
Mexico
Africa
Bernard Shaw
Ennglish
Germany
America
Little Gar
New Northwest Texas Insane Asylum to Start in Fifteen Days
State Inspector Hendrickson says construction of Wichita Falls asylum will begin within two weeks and finish in about a year with federal priority on materials. The facility will house up to 1000 patients, with nine of thirteen planned buildings now to be built, and will later expand. The legislature appropriated $200000 for the project.
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Austin
Tex
Northwest
Texas
Wichita Falls
Hendrickson
Petro Hospital
Rusk
Poet John Masefield Discusses War and Germany
The poet John Masefield spoke at the St Anthony Hotel about war’s impact and the soldiers in trenches. He said civilians may fear brutalizing effects, while some will seek new paths after the conflict and noted German industrial drive and wartime mindset.
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John Masefield
St. Anthony
DeMiracle Hair Removal Ad Declares Hidden Under-Skin Action
An advertising pitch for DeMiracle claims hair on the face is best removed by attacking it beneath the skin rather than on the surface. It promotes a sanitary device and promises a money back guarantee, with sizes and mailing options listed.
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Plaia
Poet's San Antonio Visit Focuses on Texas Beauty
The renowned poet, amid war chaos, expresses optimism and praises Texas for its vast spaces and gray prairie beauty. He recalls miles of wildflowers en route to Houston and San Antonio, noting his second visit this season. After camp lectures, he will tour the Pacific coast, then return to England and France as official British historian.
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Texas
Prairies
Houston
San Antonio
Pacific Coast
England
France
Rotarians Return from Kansas City Convention
A San Antonio Rotary Club delegation returned from Kansas City after attending the ninth annual International Association of Rotary Clubs convention. Texans featured prominently with larger attendance, and Madame Alicia Pettiviere and Pancho Flores drew big crowds at events. The group, aided by Austin Rotarians, staged a humorous funeral for Old Barleycorn of Texas, drawing laughter from attendees as they shared convention highlights and side trips planned for the week.
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Baltimore
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Muehlebach Hotel
Madame Letticiere
Canada
Pancho Flores
Kansas City
Pancho
Austin
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Rotary
Texas
Harry S. Miller
Charles W. Gibson
J. R. Sprague
Herbert Tarnard
Charles FE. Schoff
Bert J. McLean
W. Gibson
William J1. Bitter
Madame Verticlere
Permit for New Roads Affects Bituminous Materials in Texas
The State Highway Commission was informed that Texas counties and cities must secure approval from both the commission and the Highways Council for road projects using bituminous materials. The aim is to conserve such materials for war needs, with fuel administration controls guiding allocations. City and county applications must be filed on designated forms for approval or rejection. A London cabman’s three wheeled invention remains in use, with one unit noted as overturned.
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Austin
Tex
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JF. EB. Pennybacker
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Highways Council
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Peace motive seen in talk of Von Kuhlmann speech
Lord Robert Cecil commented on Von Kuhlmanns address noting it aimed at war weary audiences to suggest terms acceptable to avoid a prolonged war. He highlighted demands for historic boundaries colonial possessions and freedom of the seas while signaling caution over pan German influence. He also discussed Belgium and Russia and denied clear knowledge of Soviet upheaval.
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Siberia
Kaiser Knew of Speech on Von Kuehlmann Fate
Berlin opinion on Foreign Minister von Kuehlmann's political future is varied as the London Times Service reports. Some Berlin papers suggest no immediate downfall, while others in parliamentary circles foresee pressure or resignation.
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von Kuehlmann
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San Antonio
Philadelphia Public Ledger
the Public Ledger Co
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Danderine Promise of Hair Renewal and Shine
An advertisement extols Danderine as a quick fix for dandruff and hair loss. It claims rapid removal of flakes within ten minutes and weeks of use yield new, fine hair growth and a light, fluffy, wavy look with luxurious softness. The copy urges purchase from drug stores for a small price.
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Knowlton
Reichstag Debates Foreign Minister Speech Sparks Turmoil
Tageblatt notes majority support for Von Kuehlmann may endure while Roumanian treaty looms. No resignation sought. Report says the speech was drafted with Kaiser and main headquarters approval and that Hoertling also backed it after protests in the Reichstag.
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Heichstag
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Germany admits peace via negotiation ending military victory
New York June 29 German Foreign Minister Von Kuehlmann declares that peace cannot be won on the battlefield and must come through negotiation. The admission shocks pan-German factions and signals a turning point as diplomacy rivals military prowess in determining Germany's future. The piece also notes implications for Hindenburg and potential peace parley aims abroad.
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J. W.T. Mason
New York
von Kuehlmann
von Kuehlnigin
Heichstag
Germany
von Hindenburg
Hindenburg
America
Bee addresses Corpus Christi audience on wartime unity
Carlos Bee, candidate for Congress, spoke to a sizable Corpus Christi crowd discussing campaign issues. He pledged support for President Wilson and wartime measures, highlighting regional ties and the port’s potential benefits. locals pledged their backing. Reports from other items include a Meck lenburg Schwerin proclamation and a Bath Maine henhouse rent anecdote.
Have Beautiful Hair Girls Spotlight
An upbeat appeal promotes lustrous hair as a charm enhancer. The piece urges readers to recognize hair care as essential for allure and personal presentation.
Newbro's Herpicide promises dandruff cure and hair lift
A vintage advertisement touts Newbro's Herpicide for dandruff and brittle hair with a testimonial from Joan Sawyer praising its hair improvement. It urges sending 10 cents for a sample and booklet, noting availability at barbershops and drugstores with a satisfaction guarantee.
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Joan Sawyer
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