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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1917
Page
3
Senators Lattimore and Bee introduced a bill in the Texas Senate to establish a home for lepers in the state.
An ad claims Van Lax stimulates the liver to relieve constipation biliousness and indigestion. It describes elimination of uric acid and toxins, with fast relief and flexible dosage. Available in bottles from druggists or by mail from Van Vleet Mansfield Co Memphis Tenn.
The San Antonio Light will be delivered before dark in Leming Pleasanton North Pleasanton and Jourdanton through a nightly arrangement with Wilson Bus Line. The bus leaves San Antonio at 4 PM, arrives Jourdanton at 6 45 PM, and The Light will meet the bus in each town for immediate home delivery. A March 12 expansion will cover Lockhart and nearby towns, with delivery by 5 30 PM in Lockhart and distribution by Jake Stevenson.
Local druggists report strong demand for freezone a new treatment said to shrivel corn root and all with a few drops. The sticky solution dries instantly and removes hard or soft corns without pain or irritation, available in quarter ounce bottles at low cost.
Roger W. Babson of the Babson Statistical Company, with a Real Estate Board committee led by J. Herbert Compton, tours San Antonio to assess housing and facility conditions for potential use as a distributing center for Northern and Eastern manufacturers. He cites Texas as a strong business field following a South American survey.
At a Fiesta Association meeting the West Side merchants requested lengthening the 1917 parade route to Medina street near the I N G station. Directors said they would consider the extension if funds are raised to cover the extra costs, noting the fund is about $2000 short. Attendees included Atlee Ayres Emil Frank B R Webb and other officials.
San Antonio Brewing Association announces City Beck Beer on tap at all saloons tomorrow. Describes the beer as the acme of perfection in brewing and invites a toast to friends. No orders solicited or accepted in violation of Texas liquor laws.
A San Antonio citizens committee outlines plans to entertain 125 plus Texas lawmakers arriving Saturday. The program includes theater tickets, an auto tour of missions and Fort Sam Houston, a Mexican dinner at 1 pm, and free time in the afternoon. The committee lists city officials and local leaders as organizers.
An old advertisement touts St Jacobs Oil as a miracle cure for neuralgia and general pain. It urges readers to try a small trial bottle from a druggist and rub it on the sore nerves for quick, lasting relief with no skin burning or discoloration.
Twelve yards of Valenciennes lace offered for 50 cents with a note of savings on a belt if purchased Saturday. Describes the lace as pretty, high quality and in demand for the new season. Booklet indicates location First Floor and a Saturday sale event.
Pretty dresses described for women offering neat fresh appearance at $1.19. Daintily colored ginghams and cales with white pique collars and cuffs priced at $1.19. Second Floor.
Complete size assortment from 214 to 7 widths AA to D in ivory soles and low rubber heels. Custom shapes, smart, serviceable and neat in appearance. Well fitting and easy to clean. Price 3.95 is fair for this quality footwear. First Floor.
Thirty inches wide white plisse crepe described as better quality bolt ends serving as full bolts. Noted as desirable undergarment material that requires no ironing after laundering. Priced at 15 cents per yard.
A limited supply of ginghams 27 inches wide in striped and plaid patterns is offered for 12 1-2 cents per yard. The sturdy fabrics suit children's and women's wear and are likely the last lot available. Published on the second floor.
A Friday morning meeting in Judge James R. Davis office brought city and county officials and a ten person citizens committee closer to funding palms for the Realty Board palm planting drive. The plan would allocate half the 9000 cost to each government with county approval potentially securing 4500. County Commissioner John H. Covington planned to present the matter to the board Saturday.
A palms committee for San Antonio will attend the commissioners' meeting. The group is chaired by J. H. Kirkpatrick and includes L. J. Hart, F. F. Collins, Harry L. Miller, George Holmgreen, Fred Cook, Russell C. Hill, H. J. Benson and HI. E. Dick inson.
Mary, a small girl, attended tea with new neighbors but was not allowed to share toys. Her mother recalls old times when generosity mattered and wonders if princes and kings have changed since then.
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