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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1918
Page
10
In Austin on March 26 the House adjournment risk rose with one missing quorum, delaying business. Governor Hobby praised Texas war measures, urged unity, and highlighted the session’s history including minority rights and the national war effort. House and Senate moved on tax relief for insurers, military camp Mabry expansion, and campaign finance reforms as adjournment loomed.
The article reports on amendments to campaign expense limits for various offices, including 5000 for U.S. senator and 1009 for a second primary, with other state offices at 82500 plus 500 for a second primary. It notes doubt over House concurrence and details a $350,000 appropriation to organize a Texas National Guard unit, plus $211,440 unexpended from a prior $410,000, for deployment to support duty personnel on the Mexican border. It covers legislative actions on land bills, a House kill of a sale bill, and a Senate vote on party pledge measures, with congratulatory telegrams from figures in Houston and beyond.
A guide describes removing corns and calluses using a small amount of Vrenzone and gentle peeling with fingers after applying a zone. It warns of risks like skin damage or infection and suggests seeking professional advice for safe treatment.
Woman's Relief Corps and auxiliary meetings scheduled for 3 pm at 215 West Commerce Street with civic program. San Pedro Circle of Travis Park Methodist Church hosts at 3 pm led by Mrs. G.L. Blocker at 063 Soledad Street. General Henry T. Allen hosts tea for Mrs. F. M. Amirews of Washington. St. Louis visitors arrive for time at the St. Anthony. Mrs. Britinn of Webb plans a May party in Wolff & Marx tea room. Social receipts note a luncheon in Wolff & Marx room honoring William Lucas with a guest list. San Antonio Musical Club held a monthly reception at Gunter hall with address and performances by local artists and students. A five course meal concluded the gathering.
An early 20th century remedy advertises Hinex from Norway pine extract as a treatment for stubborn coughs and throat irritation. It urges quick relief with a claimed vapor and bottle dosage, praising the product and offering refunds if unsatisfied. The piece markets Piney JA & RlOVt ampouled extract and positions it as a trusted dieting aid for healthy people seeking fast results.
A long local notice lists a series of social happenings and entertainments. It mentions a Woman's 10 group event, a wedding parody show “I'M Womanless Wedding” at the Casino on April 2, plus multiple receptions, teas, and guest visits by notable women and military figures. The piece references specific venues, hostesses, and attendees, including Mrs. Welllabby, Mrs. Hortense Ward, Mrs. Fischer Gunningham, Mrs. Elizabeth Byper, Colonel Pratt, and General Aten, with arrangements at Brooks Wield and the Canary Club, and notes on upcoming social inspections and club meetings.
An advertisement extols coconut oil as a safe cheap hair washing aid. It claims it nourishes the scalp, cleans thoroughly, leaves hair soft and silky, and rinses easily without residue. The copy promotes widespread household use and suggests coconut oil is inexpensive and widely available at drug stores.
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