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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1917
Page
3
The body of Martin Ernst a German salesman was found today suspended by a suitcase strap attached to a door hinge. He choked himself to death by lifting his feet with knees bent. He had brooded over war conditions for months. he is the second German to die by self harm in Houston due to war fears.
Public notice-style pitch touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safer alternative to calomel for biliousness and constipation. It claims the remedy is 100 percent vegetarian, non salivating, and effective in one spoonful, with a money back guarantee if not improved by morning.
Military circles favor General John J. Pershing to lead the first American expeditionary force to Europe. His Mexico command and proven training ability are cited as key qualifications for the post as the nation prepares to send troops to join Allied forces in France. Roosevelt and others echo support for Pershing's leadership and readiness.
Detailed examining boards include Major James D Fife Medical Corps and Captain Clifton Kinney Ninth Infantry Fort Sam Houston with Major Henry D Thomason Medical Corps and Captain James Blythe Thirty-seventh Infantry at Leon Springs officers training camp Captain Harold B Patrick Medical Corps Majors Joseph H Ford and William F Trumen engineers listed.
The April meteoro logical report shows total actual temperatures and total normal temperatures both 2070 degrees. Major Buell notes the equal sums are unusually precise while noting great daily swings and a 93.8 degree high on the 28th and 0.44 inch rainfall on the month.
Chief C. O. Evans in charge of the naval recruiting station in the Post Office Building says 380 more recruits are needed by May 5 to reach 51 men for his office. Since a May 5 target was set, 21 sailors have been sent to Chicago and April total enlistees reached 1,389, the highest month in history.
Special train to Victoria on May 3 midnight offers $4.55 round trip and $1.50 berths. Advertisement cites Dr. Sixthly garb joke: judge says he is a plain clothes preacher.
The article describes 1915 railway chaos in Russia as the army retreat and evacuations disrupted terminals and factories. It cites disorganization, abuses by officials, and misallocation of freight and fuel, with irregular traveler movement and halted mail on major lines.
Advertises a Castroville event on May 3 featuring food and live music. Mentions boys and girls of 1906 7 and their friends attending. Includes no specific venue or organizer details.
An influx of new money from Army and Navy spending will flood San Antonio. The city becomes a training center for 2500 officers and at least 25000 privates, with payrolls and supply purchases creating a monthly circulation exceeding half a million dollars benefiting all residents.
An assortment of silk blouses reduced to 1.95 each on the third floor. Styles include Navy Georgette striped tub silks flesh tint Habutai and crepe de chine. Previously priced up to double this amount, these dainty summer blouses are attractively made.
Gowns underskirts envelope chemise and corset covers in plain to elaborately trimmed muslins and sheer nainsooks. Neatly made and correctly cut. Price is $1 per garment. Second Floor.
A plan to hold an aerial warfare exhibition next week at the government aviation post at South San Antonio is being pursued by local Elks officials. Major Dodd at Fort Sam Houston will decide if military needs permit it. If approved, rail shuttles will move 1500 to 2000 Elks to the aviation grounds for the flights.
John B. Sharpe a Civil War veteran and Indian fighter died at his home 131 Aganier Street Monday. A New Yorker by birth he lived in San Antonio 27 years and later served twenty years as master at Fort Sam Houston. Funeral is set for Wednesday afternoon at 3 36 from Ludwig U Company chapel.
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