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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1918

Page

5

Sanitary Drive Against Flies At Kelly Field

Kelly Field launches a spring health drive to curb malaria and yellow fever threats. Major LF Lacie oversees sanitation as troops screen waste and enforce measures, while mosquitoes and pests are targeted with breeding-site destruction and fumigation. Military officials coordinate with Washington to remove near camp dangers and protect the medical museum collection.

Kelly Field Santary Department Lacie Washington Ain Medical Museum S. Taciow Crom Kelly Green Varbause Jupiter Hove Lueineriters de Rome Elaine Aubiedt

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Pimply Skin Remedy Ad

Pimply skin worries fade with Dr Edwards Olive Tablets a vegetable mix with olive oil. The ad claims cleansing of blood bowels and liver improves appearance and mood and offers 25 cents per box. promotes nightly use for a week and lists pharmacists as sellers.

Dr. Edwards Dr. Fedwards

School Girl Tells How Lydia Pinkham Helped Her

A Nashua girl, age nineteen, recounts months of crippling menstrual pain that caused fainting and school absence. She credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief and urges other girls to try it, noting the product is made from native roots and herbs and contains no narcotics.

Kasha Pinkham Lydia E, Pinkham Bowers St Nashua N. H Lydia E. Pinkham Miss Martin Lydia B. Pinkham Lynn, Mass

Officers in Charge Define Sanitary Duty by All Phases

Officials state a sanitary officer must combine physical, mental, and moral duties to be fully effective. They warn that focusing on only physical cleanliness renders him partial, while embracing all three aspects makes him a complete officer. Wykins Chonehi field Wil plans actions for the summer.

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Senator Blames Wilson for War Unity Split in Speech

In a Senate speech, a Taft era critic denounces President Wilson for failing to unite the nation during wartime. The speaker argues Wilson shows no disposition to reinforce national solidarity and questions government leadership. The address condemns diplomacy, urges decisive sacrifice, and criticizes current administration for hindering victory.

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Costs More To Feed Army Mules Than Soldiers

Chicago reports the forage branch chief George S Bridge says feeding horses and mules costs millions more than feeding soldiers. Since 1917, the division has reorganized to make Chicago the central forage purchasing hub for U S Army animals across the nation. Hay oats and straw are shipped nationwide from this center to overseas and domestic forces, with thousands of suppliers involved and a complex procurement process.

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To Be the Royal Air Force

Report from Toronto indicates Canada and the United States will see new integration of Royal Air Force and Royal Navy Medical Corps elements. The plan outlines a unified air service with expanded roles and personnel in North America and overseas.

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Easter Bunnies to Reduce Egg Production for War Effort

A garbled 1917 era notice requests baster rabbits to lay eggs for every six produced, aiming to support war needs. Names of administrators, rabbits, and tangled phrasing appear, with references to allies and duties assigned to rabbits, children, and various figures.

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Break a Child's Cold with Syrup of Castor Oil

A fragmented ad-like item touts a remedy for a child's cold and stomach distress. It references a California company, mentions Catitorioia and dosing guidance, and urges consulting a physician. The text mixes garbled phrases about bowel cleaning, pain relief, and digestion with promotional lines for a product likely a Castor oil based syrup.

War Medal Rules Clarified For Mexican Campaign Soldiers

The War Department issued a ruling through Col Ralph Harrison on eligibility for Mexican service medals. Criteria focus on those who actively participated in the march into Mexico or border actions. many who served in camps or on standby will not receive the medal. The decision aims to base awards on actual engagement and casualties rather than mere proximity to campaigns.

Ralph Harrison Wednediny War Department Snce Mexico Sisheaus Tut

Sogulaa Landing Pidue Mystery and Aviator Query

The report cites Heeut Hat officials addressing a landing phone for aviators. An inquiry questions why Lewrent Shetowar would not be visited in the future by aviators. Colamer Durten denies foundation for the claim and says results will unfold in Saguit by April.

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