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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1912
Page
10
German publisher presents Illustrated Chamber of Horrors showing decorative abominations. Noted are the incongruous placement of the fireplace and a low ceiling creating a cramped interior. Designers discuss stylistic flaws and provocative contrasts in furnishings.
A Washington dispatch reports Mrs. H. C. Harris has an extraordinary find from a single oyster at the Raleigh Hotel restaurant. Fourteen pearls, all nearly equal in size, were discovered, claimed by experts to be the largest oyster pearl discovery recorded. Over fifty lightships patrol the English coast.
An old advertisement touts a Mexico plant named Diabetes Herb as a specific diabetes treatment. It promises relief within a week, claims to rebuild vigor, and offers a 25 cent full-size product plus a free diet booklet with food tables.
Chicago physician Dr. Helen Reynolds Kellogg urges big feet are healthier and better balanced. She favors sandals at home to encourage growth and recommends daily shoe changes to avoid stunting feet. Baroness Mohn of Bern is cited as a supporter.
The author recounts embracing a cold as a chance for rest and introspection. She details cozy routines like wearing a warm gown, rereading favorites, and naps, then shifts to reorganizing, writing letters, and reflecting on personal growth through the downtime.
Eight year old Richard Goeth son of Dr. R A Goeth tracked suspects to Losoya street after his tricycle was stolen. He then sought a Houston street police officer who took the case and led to arrests.
Lord Howard de Walden, reputed England's richest bachelor and possibly Europe’s, is near marriage in his 52nd year. His London property interests yield about 1.5 million dollars annually, inherited from the sister of the Duke of Portland.
A Danish ranchman, who arrived in the steerage twenty two years ago, has begun as superintendent of a nine million acre ranch in South America with a $10000 yearly pay. He will oversee 400000 hogs. When he landed all those years ago he had little money.
The sixteenth annal report outlines a plan for two federal reservations on Mauna Loa and near Kilauea, connected by a roadway. It details Hale maumau the House of Everlasting Fire and lava lake dynamics, plus Pele's Hair fields, koa and fern flora, and lava tree molds as landscape attractions.
New York Herald reports G W Kittredge chief engineer of the New York Central announces a Grand Central station feature a kissing gallery to give travelers a place to meet without crowding the concourse. Soundproof walls and an attendant will enforce brief greetings and direct couples to a Romeo and Juliet room.
The public printer reports 250 Washington government workers are over sixty five. A proverb of few die and none resign is cited. Alpine fatalities in spring and summer 1911 numbered 118, down from 128 in 1910 and 141 in 1909, with Germans leading the fatalities followed by Austrians and Swiss. English climbers were few and typically guided or experienced.
A reflection on sympathy as courage and steadfast support across hardships. Mythic example of Athene aiding Athens during invasion illustrates how compassionate action renews strength. The piece urges constructive care over pity and notes sympathy opens hearts and sustains relationships.
Coliman, a Houston plumber, will present a show titled Both Phones at Pike on Tuesday as part of a local event series. The evening will feature demonstrations and safety tips related to fire prevention.
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