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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1916
Page
12
An old medical ad explains that neck and lower back pain indicate kidney trouble. It touts Anuric as a kidney tonic to be taken with meals, claims rapid absorption, and cites a testimonial from Mr. Chas. R. Zampich.
Admiral Fletcher testifies before the House naval committee that about 1.5 billion dollars and annual upkeep of 760 million would be needed to match the world's strongest fleet by 1926. He warns disarmament remains vague but says failure to prepare risks surrender of rights.
The El Paso jail fire and explosion death list climbed to 18 with the deaths of C. T. James and A. Wannoy. The coroner's jury planned to continue its investigation the next day.
Washington March 9 The Shields waterpower measure won Senate approval and was sent to the House for consideration. The bill grants private rights for water use and power development, marking a key step in the legislative process.
A vintage advertisement urges readers to mail a cutout to Foley & Co. in Chicago to receive a trial package of Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and croup and Foley Kidney Pills for kidney and bowel issues. It names A. M. Fischer, Druggist, Gibbs Building, as the contact.
The Senate passed the measure 46 to 22 after four weeks of opposition by conservation champions. It moves to the House virtually unchanged from its introduction, despite past unsuccessful amendments to send it back to committee. The bill provides for Waterpower grants on navigable streams to private interests.
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless chill Tonic as a general tonic with quinine and iron. The notice also lists a Sunday round trip by Southern Pacific from Sutherland Springs at 7:55 am.
Chicago March 9 Arch bishop George W Mundelein says no ornamental Roman Catholic churches will be built in the Chicago diocese during his administration while distressing need exists for social betterment funds. He announced this to the Chicago chapter of the Knights of Columbus.
An advertisement touts Ely's Dream Balm as instant relief for nasal congestion catarrh and headache. A small bottle in nostrils clears air passages stops discharge and soothes throat in minutes claiming overnight cure for cold or catarrh with no distress.
Amsterdam dispatch says Chamber of Deputies adopts bills to abolish import duties on petroleum drugs and other wartime deemed articles for the war duration and to extend the military service age limit to fifty years. Ends with 11:00 p m March 20. Southern Pacific. Ady.
One of the largest tax remittances in years came from Dallas County Tax Collector Charles A. Torsch who remitted 510 152.58 for January. Ft Sam Houston invites sealed proposals until March 28 1916 for painting plastering hospital details on request to the quartermaster adv.
A cattle shipment is scheduled to depart Houston at 11:00 AM on March 20. The return plan accompanies the outbound movement, with details indicating timing and route.
An old style advertisement touts Gets-It, urging buyers to avoid imitations. It claims rapid corn cure action, no filing, and painless application in two seconds. Sold for 25 cents or by mail from EK Lawrence & Co Chicago.
An advertising column promotes Pinex with a home remedy to treat the cause of persistent coughs. It recommends 2 1/2 ounces of Pinex in a pint of sugar syrup, claiming quick, gentle healing of inflamed membranes and relief from dryness hoarseness and phlegm. It touts guaiacol rich pine extract and offers a money back guarantee from The Pinex Co. Fort Wayne Ind.
An advertisement explains a delatone based paste to remove hairy growths from skin quickly and painlessly. It claims a single application suffices for most cases, with care to use genuine delatone and avoid skin injury.
Charters issued include Beacon Oil Company of Houston with $19,000 capital. Co-Operative Profit Sharing Grocery Company of Port Arthur with $2,000. Kennard Mercantile Company of Kennard with $12,000. Kr. L. Shaw Company of Dallas with $100,000. Texas Cloak and Suit Company of Houston with $1,500. Also blue sky stock permit for Texas Frog Company of Conroe with $10,000. dissolution filings for Taylor-Martin Grocery of Burleson Riviera Construction of Riviera Humble Surety Of Company of Houston with $20,000.
Advert describes Knowlton's Danderine claiming dandruff disappears after use. It promises immediate hair sheen and thick, wavy, lustrous hair with new growth over weeks. A 25 cent bottle is advertised at drug stores to prove hair can look healthy and lush.
A compilation of Texas entities with capital stock figures and incorporators. Notable entries include Kingsville Commission Company, Spencer Carroll Company of Waco, Seymour Mercantile Company, Trinity Corporation of Liberty, and American Petroleum Company of Houston, with varying capital stocks from none to $1.5 million.
Donald of Oak Cliff Texas was named president of the Texas Rexall Club at the Menger hotel during the two day conference. New officers include first vice president W J Wilke Boerne second vice president W F Keith Beaumont and third vice president A Fox Lufkin with J W Covey Fort Worth as secretary treasurer Dallas chosen as 1917 convention site though exact date not set.
Spanish ship Nellore built in 1913 at Greenock, 6368 gross tons, caught fire aboard and was beached near Malta. Passengers and mails were taken off safely and the blaze extinguished, with no report of casualties.
A large crowd at Travis Park Methodist Church witnessed a centennial program for the American Bible Society. Dr. William S. Haven of New York spoke on the society’s work, noting 700 languages of translation and 6.5 million Bibles distributed last year. The event highlighted prominent supporters and figures in Protestant churches and included musical performances by Mrs. George E. Gwinn and Miss Mildred Gates.
The advertisement notes uniforms are tailored to measure with a crafty wink. Lentz, Tailor, 312 West Commerce advertises custom fitting for wearables, inviting readers to visit the shop for precise sizing and quality tailoring.
An advertisement touts Q-Ban Hair Color Restorer that allegedly darkens gray hair, makes it thick and soft, and improves scalp health. It claims to stop dandruff and hair loss while promoting growth, with a money-back guarantee and mail order from Sommer's Drug Co. in San Antonio Texas.
San Antonio residents read in The Light that Wagner Drug Store sells Mi ona with a money back guarantee if it does not relieve indigestion. The ad claims Mi ona cures many stomach troubles and relieves headaches dizziness and general malaise, and promises refunds to unhappy customers. It notes many local endorsements and describes Mi ona as pleasant to take in tablet form.
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