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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1925

Page

9

Ten Health Commandments For Child Care From Dr Harper

Dr Mary C Harper issues ten child care commandments to reduce suffering and deaths in summer. Endorsed by local specialists, the rules urge feeding by mother’s milk when possible, consulting physicians for bottle feeding, thorough sterilization, ample sleep, good ventilation, diarrhea prevention, avoiding exposure to contagions, cautious teething care, hands on utensil cleaning, and limited feeding time. Parents should model proper hygiene and supervise growing children to catch ailments early.

San Antonio Mary C. Harper Harper The Light Minnie O’brien Lucius D. Hill Sidney J. Kaliski

Nine Directors Named to Lead Legion Child Welfare Work

James A Crain national commander appointed a nine member board to direct the American Legion child welfare program for World War orphans and dependents. The group, representing regions and the auxiliary, includes George A Wither Clay Center Kan Mrs O I Oliphant national auxiliary president Mrs Ray Callihan Garden City Nan and Mrs S B Ardsor Austin Tex.

Associated Press Indianapolis American Legion James A. Crain Legion The Legion Auxiliary George A. Wither Clay Center Kan Oliphant Ray Callihan Garden City Nan Ardsor Austin Tox

The Cretonne Craze and Other Oddities

A collage of humorous clippings notes women’s fashion obsession with cretonne curtains and quilts, a bull fighter’s million dollar retirement in Mexico, Ignace Paderewski drilling oil in Texas, and playful quips about silk hosiery, widows’ protection, and odd future schemes.

Ignace Paderewski Texas

Plan for Extension at Westmoorland College

Southwestern University extension center offers courses beyond freshman and sophomore work during the simmer term at Westmoorland College. Dr Randolph Wood Tinsley will direct the extension program.

Southwestern University Extension Center Simmer Westmoorland College Tuna 2 Randolph Wood Tinsley

Lost baby alligator wanders hotel basement in San Antonio

A two foot long alligator nicknamed Baby has gone missing in the basement of the Menger Hotel. Staff and Bellboys searched the Tower area after the reptile reportedly left the pool, climbed a palm, and wandered off during a late night incident.

Menger Tower A. Billingsley Mabe

Young People Plan Kerrville Camp Program

Bruce Clan representatives from seven Presbyterian churches in the city organized plans for a youth conference at the Kerrville Presbyterian encampment from June 17 to 25. The San Antonio delegation previously led in scoring at the conference. Rev C H Storey of Corpus Christi directs this year’s program with noted speakers including Dr P B Hill of San Antonio and Dr J J Delaney, Schreiner Institute president, as general manager of the encampment. Dr W Currie, president of the Presbyterian Theological Seminary at Austin, will oversee the summer encampment activities.

Kerrville San Antonio C. H. Storey Corpus Christi P. B. Hill J. J. Delaney Schreiner Institute of W. Currie Presbyterian Theological Seminary At Austin

Seven Thirsty Ones Boost Raids Seize 500 Bottles

In two Sunday liquor raids Deputies Diaz Su bira and Crosby seized more than 500 bottles of iced beer and paraphernalia. A man and two women were arrested on North Brazos street with 70 bottles confiscated. The larger haul on Morale street involved three men and a woman. Charges of manufacture and possession will be filed against three persons Monday.

Diaz Subira Crosby Brazos Street Morale Street

Phonograph Discs Broken Man Held After Rampage

Detectives Goff and Edwards arrested a man Sunday on South Leona Street. Scattered about him were remnants of about 100 phonograph records. He also shattered furniture and kicked panes from the windows during the incident.

Fie Goff and Edwards Leona Street

From battlefields to blossoms Ottmar Kulmus becomes florist

After a long military career Ottmar Kulmus now runs a Green floral establishment. He recalls jungles and bandits in Jolo and Borneo while tending to carnations and lavender. He notes flowers helped him cope with past dangers and that a soldier can still be a florist.

Ottmar Kulmus Ottmar Kulmusa Folo Jolo Borneo Mr. Kulmus Jolo Pangelina Hassan

Reverend Robertson Still Rector At St. Mark's

The Rev Sylvester P Robertson, priest in charge, remains rector at St Mark's Episcopal Church as vacancy continues after the consecration of Rt Rev Arthur Huston as bishop of the Olympia diocese. One of several candidates is expected to be chosen.

Sylvester P. Robertson St. Mark's Episcopal Church Arthur Huston

Shrine Seeks More Autos for Visiting Shriners

Frank Ford, chairman of the transportation committee for Alzatay Shrine Temple, asks for additional cars to transport Shriner visitors to Los Angeles for the annual Shrine conclave as they pass through San Antonio on Thursday and Friday.

Frank Ford Alzatay Shrine Temple Los Angeles San’ Antonio

49 000 Answers Received in Manufacturers Contest

More than 40 000 replies have been received to the Manufacturers Association of San Antonio questionnaire sent to public and private schools. The survey covers the nature size and scope of products made in the Alamo City. C C Leel secretary reports silver roving cups will be presented to the schools submitting the largest numbers.

Manufacturers’ Association of

What is spring fever in San Antonio many claim

San Antonio residents and university psychologists weighed in on spring fever. Northwestern University psychologist Professor Gilliland links it to excess moisture in the air affecting humans and animals, sparking desire for outdoor activity. Local quotes express varied cravings from sports to travel.

San Antonians A. Tt. Gilliland Northwestern Tniversity San Antonio Europe Spain Egypt Orean

Mexicans elude officer firing at stripped car on Austin road

Two Mexican men fled after deputies tried to stop them stripping a car on the Austin road. An officer fired three shots which failed to halt them as they fled. The suspects abandoned a running car and fled. Deputy Barbeo later recovered the two vehicles. The stripped car is believed stolen.

Austin Angel Barbeo

Methodist Church Site Consecrated In South Side

The South Side Methodist church consecrated its building site for a $40,000 church with a first unit contract set to M. TL. Rees for $10,000. Rev H H Bain led services with words from Dr Arthur J Moore and Dr D E Gawk, while revival will be held on Ralph avenue until the church is completed.

South Side

Missing Genoa Man Sought in Los Angeles

City detectives joined the search for J. T. Tullis, 55, of Genoa, who vanished from his son’s home. Seen Saturday afternoon driving a small car in Genoa, he is 5 feet 3 inches, 155 pounds. Authorities cited a car number as they followed leads in Los Angeles and San Antonio.

J. T. Tullis Genoa Rev. J. Tullis Tullis San Antonio

Thief Steals 24 Chickens From Castroville Coop

City detectives link spring to a rash of thefts as 24 chickens vanish from FB W Jacoby’s Castroville home on Twenty Fourth Street this Sunday. Police note similar seasonal patterns and urge residents to report suspicious activity.

FB. W. Jacoby Castro[ville

Citywide Education Campaign Highlights Largest Prizes Yet

The document notes the number of answers on the first two sets of questions with the third set ungraded. Winning schools include Nathaniel Hawthorne, St. Cecilia's, Thomas Nelson Page, Robert B. Green and St. Ant's. A total of $1000 in 72 prizes will be distributed in individual awards. The campaign aims to advertise local products to children and parents and is described as the city’s largest educational effort of its kind.

Nathaniel Hawthorne St. Cecilia’s Thomas Nelson Page Robert B. Green St. Ant’s

Woman Reports Shots On Blanco Road In Sheriff Investigation

Sheriff Jim Stevens will question a Bexar county constable over a shooting on Blanco road Sunday night. Deputy Lambert said charges may follow. A woman phoned a dairy store to report the incident. deputies found the constable nearby and he denied firing any shots.

Jim Stevens Bexar County Blanco Road Dick Lambert Diag Lambert

The Light Classifieds Seek New Clerk Help

The Light publishes numerous Help Wanted ads in its Classifieds as a boss orders a new clerk. early readers recall a clerk noting blinds color while a homer asks. The ad spot promises pay for those who check the listings.

The Light

San Antonio named among two beautified cities by Collier's writer

A Collier's Weekly contributor lauds San Antonio as one of two inland cities with downtown charm. Miss Emma Day of Cincinnati, fiancé of D. W. Hartzell of Mission Provisions, reads the piece and shares it with Hartzell, fueling dreams of a happy future in a hopeful, aesthetically pleasing home downtown. The article criticizes urban neglect and praises Alamo Park and the river banks that grace downtown San Antonio.

San Antonio United Sites Collier’s Weekly Magazine C. P Emma Day Cincinnati D. W. Hartzell Mission Provisions Company Blue Star Street Miss Day America Hartzell Pris of Collier's Indianapolis

Pistol Shots End Burglary at Piggly Wiggly Store

Patrolman Jeff Anderson confronted two men attempting to break into the Piggly Wiggly at Garden and South Alamo streets early Monday. He fired two pistol shots, scattering the would-be burglars who fled the scene.

Jeff Anderson Garden South Alamo

Kerrville Meeting to Hear Dr Burgin

Dr A C Burgin pastor of Laurel Heights Methodist church will preach the opening sermon at the Kerrville district conference at 11 am Wednesday. He will travel to Tromaville Thursday to speak at another church meeting with the Diamond Jubles.

A. C. Burgin Laurel Heights Methodist Church Kerrvilly

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