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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1929
Page
4
At the regional exposition crowds prepare for Wednesday night events including a horse show, rodeo and prize stock judging. Officials expect around 500 head of winning cattle and goats to be displayed while Hol Raymond is honored with a token of esteem for his long service.
Advertisement notes men over middle age may feel energy loss and lowered vigor. It promotes "SPERSENICO" capsules and the BENICO pill blend as remedies, urging readers to ask their druggist or local San Antonio stores such as ALL SOMERS DRUG STORES for purchase.
A vintage ad claims a new oral remedy named Fito or Fito Gl, offered with a Dave Gibte guaranteed relief for rheumatism neuralgia and gout. The copy urges purchasing a package today, taking two or three doses, and returning it if not satisfied, with available drugstore placements noted.
A dated testimonial ad claims most sickness stems from digestive trouble. It touts Tanlar as a root and herb medicine offering relief for gas bloating, stomach pains, dizziness, constipation, and loss of appetite. It features James F. Campbell of Little Rock, Ark, praising the product and inviting readers to buy a bottle with a money back guarantee.
A chaotic recap of the closing day events at the stock show with judging nearly finished. Details include cattle from multiple farms and stock entries across Angus, Hereford, and other breeds. The day featured crowd estimates, a notable incident with a participant, and final awards announced across categories including grand champions and various herd prizes.
The San Antonio Junior Chamber of Commerce meeting at the St Anthony hotel outlined a winter sports program. It includes the Texas Open golf tournament preceded by an amateur tour, plus polo, horse show, swimming, tennis, and additional events to fill a 60 day schedule.
The court reports a surge in traffic cases with 220 filed, 29 percent tried, and 17 cases dismissed after attempts to locate defendants. On Wednesday a batch of cases was cleared from the docket including fines, acquittals, and discharges as part of the traffic war review.
A thief removed a group of chickens and other items from two shops operated by Mrs. MG Sparz on the north side of the market. The incident occurred at Anton Filoeckner’s property on Woodlawn Avenue and Jigustrim Drive, with holes cut and entry made through a door to the shop. Police are investigating.
A peculiar scene unfolded in the courtroom as Judge Dave Watron broke into a tap dance, with only court clerks and one or two attorneys present. The odd performance amused attendees, followed by orderly departures into the morning sunshine.
A jumble of names and addresses appears, listing individuals such as Mee Mary Presland and J A Baltes with street details like 340 Teonseveld and 07 Fast Cincinnati avenue. The fragmentary text mentions veterans and local officials, plus miscellaneous notes about birthdays and offices or stores.
A vintage ad touts Castoria as a safe soothe for babies and young children, claiming it eases pain from colic. The copy emphasizes quick relief, mentions widespread use with twenty five million bottles sold last year, and promotes it as a trusted remedy for digestive issues and feverish discomfort.
In Wytheville Virginia Mr Suthers recalls using Blavk-Draught on the Lee highway for indigestion stomach pain and sour taste after meals. His wife also used Finch Draught and he credits relief from symptoms and breath improvement after about thirty years of use.
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