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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1927
Page
2
In Shanghai on March 25 foreigners press to play golf despite danger as rifles and bullets mingle with clubs. A novice marksman tears through the scene as a bag is seized, illustrating the chaotic clash of sport and unrest in wartime activity.
New York reports a youth, identified as Frank Cankling Fz 18, killed himself at home in Richmond using his father the policeman pointer revolver after being reprimanded for bad report cards.
A vintage ad touts Diapepsin as a universal digestive aid. It claims the product “makes two new stomachs” by improving digestion of meat, eggs, cheese, fats, breads and cereals, relieving pain, sourness, headaches, and insomnia. It urges readers to buy a 260 cent package to restore appetite and health.
An ad notes Rowles Red Pepper Hubs offer fast relief from backache and pain. It markets concentrated heat that penetrates the data spot in about three minutes and urges readers to ask their druggist for a jar labeled Rowles.
An advertisement claims Waterbury's Compound provides health benefits and energy in under three months. It markets as a scientific tonic prescribed by physicians for over 25 years, not a cure-all, and available at all druggists.
Houston scene reports Pete Chester, a 5 year old negro, condemned by a jury for murder in the killing of Police Officer L. Jones. The case arose from a Thursday night assault, with authorities seeking justice amid a jittery city.
Archbishop Arthur J. Drossaerts announced plans to merge St Joseph's Girls Orphanage with St Peter's Boys Orphanage and build a shared chapel. The move would relocate St Joseph's from Camaron Street to Conception Road beside St Peter's, with sale of the current property funds aiding construction. About $120,000 would be invested in the enterprise.
In Los Angeles on March 23, lawyers for film comedian Charlie Chaplin’s wife Mrs Lita Grey Chaplin report the amended divorce complaint is finished. The revisions are mainly technical corrections to the original action including a corrected property description. The filing is expected on Friday. alimony requests are not planned until April 18 after publication of the summons.
Sheriff Al Gitlinger warns playful friends to limit greetings to a nod or brief handshake. Deputy, after 30 days in hospital following a friendly gesture, retires to ark amid concerns. The friend allegedly struck the officer, breaking two ribs. Gitlinger is reentering duty.
Students visit a city display on wood paper manufacture titled From Poplar to Pulp. The exhibit shows each step of paper making and aims to teach youngsters about industry, with guidance from a local educational program and visiting club members.
Paris dispatch reports Millicent Rogers Salm maintains silence while her divorce case lingers. A New York settlement cited in gossip is said to be less than half of what H. B. Rogers paid, with custody currently in the mother’s hands. Legal steps may begin after summer. timing uncertain as private arrangements influence pace.
A dramatic testimonial-style ad claims S. S. bag cures eczema after years of itch and discomfort. Cleophas Forte of Quincy reports six bottles cured him, praising the product as vegetable and plant-based, with a two size price point and availability at drug stores.
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