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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1918

Page

13

Mooney Clemency Plea Reaches California Governor

Williams asks Stephens to grant clemency for Thomas J. Mooney, under death sentence for the 1916 San Francisco parade bombing. The federal effort and California court refusals frame the clemency appeal as part of wartime labor politics and judicial limits.

Cal Mary Wiliam D. Stephens California Thomas J. Mooney P Mooney Connec Lion San Francisco Mooney State Supreme Court Wilson Tay Ike Mooney Charles M. Pickett Stephens Dey Camp Kearney San Diego

President Wil son Telegram on clemency in Mooney case

White House officials declined to affirm or deny a telegram from President Wilson to Governor Stephens seeking clemency in the Mooney case. The March 24 report notes the president’s action and the administration’s guarded response from Washington D.C. as the case advances.

Washington, D.C Wilson Stephens Mooney

Calotab Calomel Pill Advertisement Claims Quick Cleanse

An advertisement touts Calotabs as a gentle one dose purifying medicine. It promises a liver and system cleanse by taking one tab with water, with no unpleasant effects, followed by a strong appetite and freedom in diet. Packaged in right sealed units at 95 cents, with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.

Modern hair restoration promise for women in need

An advertorial claims to restore youthful hair color without dye using Q-ban hair product. It promotes gradual gray coverage, non staining formula, and dandruff relief. Simple brushing or combing through the hair is all that's required. Money back guarantee, price 75 cents, sold by druggists nationwide.

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Mooney declares innocence as President may pardon

Thomas J Mooney says the special mediation commission proved his innocence and that President Wilson seeks a pardon to allow a new trial on other murder charges, speaking from a San Francisco county jail where he has been detained since 1918. He asserts the president wants guilt or innocence settled on the case.

Sax Francisco Cal Special Mediation Commission Whisan Stepheny Thomas J. Mooney Hlaceth Mooney Homb

Mexicans Cross Line Near Fabens Raid Ranches

Witty Musing crossed the international line near Fabens Texas yesterday afternoon, raided the Clive Ranch of Federico Arroya, took four horses, and rode off as residents fled. Mexican soldiers were reported. two American cavalrymen were disarmed and escaped on horseback after pursuit.

Wabiens Tex Attersoon Clive Ranch Fadrico Arrogla Vances Place Aber Sud

Twenty-Four Held In City Vice Squad Raids

Twenty four arrests were made in a night raid by the city vice squad on Monteray Street. A Mexican youth and several others faced charges including conduct disorder and violation of housing ordinances. Numerous suspects, mostly Mexicans and Negroes, were taken into custody with some cases transferring to county or federal authorities. A pharmacist and a mix of other individuals noted in the report faced charges ranging from gaming to violations of local regulations.

Jiohire View Squad Ub House Monteray Street Phrae Ducise Brewley Vagrine Wodoral

Can't Beat "Tiz" For Sore Feet Relief Ad

Tone of an old ad touts Tie or Tiv as instant relief for tired, aching feet with claims of reducing swelling and relieving callouses. It promotes purchase at drug or department stores and markets happiness and comfort after use.

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Railroads Operate at Loss in First Month of Control

Washington March 20 railroads posted a loss in February under government control due to unprecedented weather and embargoes. Western and Southern lines showed small profits while Eastern roads faced deficits. Government compensation aims to offset the shortfall. preliminary reports from 172 of 98 large roads indicate a net revenue gap of about 2.23 million dollars versus January of last year.

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Hyomel Cure Claim for Catarrh and Breathing Relief

An advertisement extols Hyomel and related products as universal cures for catarrh and breathing ailments. It promises rapid relief from nasal passages to head congestion and asserts a complete cure when used daily with a rubber inhaler and potion.

Labor to Make Stand Se W York War Labor Mission

A labor mission led by the American Federation of Labor will travel to England and France to urge united labor action and commitment to prosecuting the war. Samuel Gompers heads the party organizing the trip to coordinate with British and French labor leaders on wartime goals and antiwar protests.

United States American Federation of Labor England France Allinee For Labor Ana Samuel Gumpers Americas Labor Mission Cordhus Alliance

Offer Not Refused In Amsterdam Grain Trade Feud

In Amsterdam on Thursday a strained exchange over grain policy surfaces as reports claim Tolan refused American grain for ships. The Dutch foreign office denies any formal rejection while the Tages Zeitung and Pacific Letter note rising prices and war‑price pressure affecting households and activists. Prices cited include $1.25 per pound for oats and 1.53 for a cereal, with pundits blaming war costs for the strain on common goods.

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