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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1918

Page

4

Secretary Baker Rates Aviator Training Delays in France

Secretary of War Baker, in France, reviewed aviation training delays and ruled that aviators should receive commissions when ready. He stressed priority for those who have completed training and emphasized the need to advance capable pilots as American forces mobilize.

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Are You Still Young at Heart

Fragmentary lines hint at a discussion on aging, health, and social expectations. The text references youth, heart, appearance, and concerns about aging, with scattered phrases about hair color and social roles in relationships.

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Readable fragments describe scattered names and actions but lack a clear event or sequence. The text appears garbled with names like Rodd and Mane, offering no verifiable persons, organizations, places, or dates to anchor a factual summary.

Darken Your Gray Hair Ad Promises Revival

An old advertisement touts La Creole as a hair preparation that darkens gray hair by reviving color glands. It claims immediate, all over coverage without dye and warns against cheap tonics. Sold for 7.40 dollars with a money back guarantee through Van views Drugs in Memphis Tennessee.

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Coconut oil hair wash replaces harsh soaps

An old advertisement touts coconut oil as a pure greaseless hair cleanser. It claims common soaps damage hair and scalp, while rubbing coconut oil with water creates creamy lather that cleanses, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft and manageable. It notes cost, availability at drug stores, and long-lasting use for families.

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Aviators Demonstrate Maneuvers In Early Flight Lessons

The article describes pilots practicing maneuvers with aircraft and wings techniques, including in-air direction changes and formation drills. Secretary Baker consults on aircraft types and engine details, comparing different machines and their performance as observers note lessons and risks in the morning session.

Wake up feeling fine Best laxative claims

An advertisement urges immediate relief with a bold claim that this laxative cleanses liver and bowels overnight, targeting men women and children with a promise of waking up feeling fine and renewed. The tone mimics clipped midcentury newspaper copy and emphasizes rapid, universal efficacy.

Aviation progress and camp life amid World War I efforts

Tim explains school organizations with separate camps while sharp sporting horses appear among them. Six base baseball games showcase activity as the Young Men's Christian Association and Red Cross facilities in the aviation area are well run. The aviation school has reached 97 percent of its expected efficiency, with Gunduning classes producing trained airmen rapidly, dependent on flying availability this spring. Secretary Bryan praises aviators and notes American, French, and British cooperation, aiming for unbroken air mastery as victory cornerstone.

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Citizens thank committee for refuting charges in San Antonio

A San Antonio meeting thanked the committee led by Mayor Bell for refuting charges against Maj. Gen. John W. Loekman. The group presented its report to business leaders at a Gunter Hotel luncheon, urging cooperation with city and county officials and pledging support for the War Department in Washington.

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Censor on Telegrams Enforces Military Silence

A report outlines a censorship system on telegrams to protect troop movements and avoid sensitive details being public. Major General Allen orders measures to limit information sharing, citing risks from careless disclosures and the need to prevent enemy insight.

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Selected men donate two truckloads to Red Cross

Ten civilian volunteers from Camp Travis, led by Lieut. James O. Walton, contributed two truckloads of clothing for the French Belgian relief committee. Donations flood the Chandler Building Red Cross depository as collection days and pickup options expand.

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Obituary notices for William Allen Slowach and Olly Schroeder in San Antonio

William Allen Slowach 4% years old native of Mort Heel died in San Antonio after a 30 year illness. Survived by widow three daughters three sons and several siblings. Funeral from Mrs Redford 31 Taywan Street at 4 pm Tuesday. interment Mission Burial Park. Olly Schroeder aged 48 died at 48 Peach Street. Survivor includes one sister in Germany and one daughter and two grandchildren. Funeral under care of A Weltz of St John’s Church. Other names appear.

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Fat Folks Throu Hint Of Weight Reduction Pill Promise

Dramatized ad claims a simple, safe method to shed fat by taking Oil of Trevigapantes capsules and following easy nightly steps. It asserts improved blood circulation, health, strength, and beauty as results, urging readers to consult a druggist for the box and begin the regimen before bed.

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Obituary of a West End resident ties loose ends

A West End resident, 60 years old, died in Pettis Texas after arrival in San Antonio. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Mautner at St Joseph cemetery with interment there. Survived by husband Stephen Jie mer, daughter Faun Riddiger, sister Mrs Maury Ganawelder and Miss Beall Applewhite of San Antonio, and two brothers, Joxenhh Ratt of Castroville and others. Burial by the West Enid Undertaking Company.

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Methodist Church Adats and Burial Arrangements Noted

An obituary notice highlights a Methodist Church service and burial details. The deceased’s widow and three daughters are named along with a sister. The ceremony includes a memorial at Roschina Cemetery with phased payments and a moderate bid process referenced.

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