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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1918
Page
4
Lieut John Philip Sousa, naval reserve forces band master and composer, has written a new march titled The Volunteers dedicated to Chairman Hurley of the gripping board and the shipbuilders.
In a rare public event next Sunday night the Atlantic fleet bands led by Lieutenant Sausa will perform at the New York Hipodromé. Sirens and air horns will accompany the musical display as part of a naval entertainment in a public setting.
A Manchester Guardian aviation piece argues giant German multi engine planes, dubbed Hiesenfluegdue, are likely experimental and could be vulnerable to fast aerial chasers. It notes their size, configuration, bomb capacity, and uncertainties about practical wartime use.
An ad-like fragment touts a color restorer for aging hair. Claims it restores youthful color without dye and offers money back guarantee. Mentions health and beauty tone, with promotional language and pricing incomplete.
A well known Ohio physician Dr Edwards Olive Ti Toke claims a vegetable tonic can slow aging and improve complexion. The advertisement promises a simple, effective regimen and invites readers to consult for the remedy.
A Missouri Texas railroad foreman from Dallas recounts severe stomach pains headaches and rheumatic pain with weight loss of twenty eight pounds. After starting Tanlac his weight rebounded to 168 pounds and he reports the pain is gone and he can again climb stairs and work on a scaffold. He credits Tanlac for easing his stomach and boosting strength.
War Department reports for the week ending February 23 show overall troop deaths down with measles and meningitis continuing to decline. Total deaths reach 164 for the week including 51 from pneumonias, amid conditions across National Guard and Army posts.
Early 1900s advertisement touts Mother's Friend as relief for pregnancy pains. It claims to relax the uterus and breasts, reduce strain and discomfort, and prepare the body for childbirth. The copy promotes a booklet and underscores safety and ease of use produced by Bradfield Regulator Co.
March 1 Bryan, American secretary of state, faced a disrupted appearance at Messey Mall as soldiers in the gallery sang God Save the King and shouted opposition. Police and auditorium officials struggled to restore order while Bryan asserted his right to speak and pledged to stay all night if needed.
Robert G Harris resigns after five years as assistant city attorney and is replaced by J M Dodson. Harris cited desire to devote time to private practice. Dodson confirmed by the city council without dissent. The city abolishes the back tax collector office as a new system is installed by J Ben Stoner. Thad W Smith to remain in the reorganized force. Bids for paving Soledad Street and Trinkty Street sewer opened but referred for tabulation. Extra firemen and policemen appointed. bonds interest and loan funds approved. War Recreation Board seeks light regulation variation for Gallagher property project behind the Alamo.
Riots and lawlessness blamed on a new conspiracy as Dublin tightens security. Officials consider drastic measures to restore order while Sinn Fein pressure grows for public apologies from clergy. Bishops voice concern as hunger strikes and arrests rise. The church awaits clear stance amid political reach for stability.
Reports from County Clare indicate little unrest in major towns and scant sympathy for crimea leading to martial law. In international news from China’s Pingue area, outbreaks spread to Ambivel with deaths near Nanking, while Kalgan reports broader spread. Paris notes delayed ceremonies to mark Jules Grosjean’s 1823 protest and Emil Koller's speech, with Premier Clemenceau as a surviving figure.
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