General Funston the Fearless Soldier Who Loves Home
Major General Frederick Funston famed for daring exploits, from Cuba to the Philippines, is described as a devoted husband and father who cherishes home life. His wife Mrs. Funston praises him, and their daughter Betsy mirrors his temperament as the general balances public duty with family routines at Fort Sam Houston. He lectures in garden work during tenses, yet returns each evening to storytelling with Barbara and the other children.
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Frederick Funston
Southern Department
United States Army
Death's Valley
Klondike
Yukon
Cuba
Spain
Philippines
Aguinaldo
Betsy
General Funston
Mrs. Funston
Frederick Jr
Frederick
Barbara
Mrs Funston
National Guard
Mexico
Fort Sam Houston
General
Major General Frederick Funston and Family Portrait
A rare published photo shows Major General Frederick Funston with his wife and three children at Fort Sam Houston. The image features Frederick Funston Jr. on his knee, Barbara perched beside him, and Betsy seated at his feet, described as mirroring her father in looks and disposition. The general is noted for reading to his children and tending a garden at his quarters.
Funston Home Life and War Service Profile
A portrait of Mrs. Funston and General Frederick Funston outlines their courtship in San Francisco, his roles in the Philippine campaign, and her brave support through tropical dangers. It notes his Medal of Honor at Calumpit and their fortunes at Fort Sam Houston, with home life described as welcoming and modern.
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Tropics
United States
Merchants Discuss Joint Shipments to Cut Freight Costs
A Texas conference between W J Edgecombe and Assistant Attorney General C A Sweeton clarified an anti trust ruling. The discussion focused on allowed joint shipments to secure carload rates, with destination division not violating antitrust laws. The talks also covered large scale purchasing and potential merchant cooperation.
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Edgecombe
Sweeton
Retail Merchants’ Association
Merchants of Texas
Austin
Tex
W. J. Edgecombe
San Antonio
Retail Merchants’ Association of Texas
C. A Sweeton
Name in the Want Ads Promises Free Chocolate Prize
A want ad notes a dollar box of Santonette chocolates free to the owner named today. The ad hints readers to check the listing for a possible winners name and claim the prize.
Stuart's Calcium Wafers Promise Clear Skin
Advertises Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a magical skin cleanser that removes blackheads pimples acne boils and rashes after five to six days. Claims no poison and safe use with a 50 cent box available at drug stores.
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Stuart
Republicans Charge Ford Support Misused in Franked Speeches
Washington November 4 The Republican national committee reports that Henry Ford funded anti preparedness speeches by Clyde Tavenner and others, with millions franked and mailed nationwide. They cite $490000 postage losses and franking abuses as part of the last campaign push.
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Washington, D. C
Henry Ford
Wilson
Republican National Committee
Congressional
Detroit
Clyde Tavenner
Illinois
Tavenner
Texas
Slayden, Dies
Callaway
Republican Committee
United States
Franks and political material flow from party headquarters
Campaign mail and franked documents flow in large volumes from party headquarters. The Republican congressional committee recently franked a candidate information booklet listing candidates from both parties. The Democrats are unlikely to respond, fearing a controversy both sides may regret.
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Republican Congressional Committee
Tavenner
Hall Named Assistant General Attorney for SA Uvalde Gulf
J Creswell Hall is appointed assistant general attorney for the San Antonio Uvalde and Gulf railway by Mason Williams with A R Ponder sanction. Hall, a young Bexar county attorney, came to San Antonio from Georgia and is a graduate of both the University.
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J. Creswell Hall
San Antonio, Uvalde & Gulf Railway
Mason Williams
Road
A. R. Ponder
Hall
Bexar County
San Antonio
Georgia
Univer
Youngest General Attorney Named for State Railroad
The text notes the appointment of Mr Hall as assistant general attorney for the road, succeeding John D Hartman, and highlights Hall as the youngest general attorney at any railroad in the state. He has been associated with Frank R Williams in practice of law and studied at the University of Texas and Columbia University law school.
More Municipal Kitchens in Dresden to Expand Services
Dresden city authorities plan to double the number of municipal kitchens operating for winter. The kitchens now feed about 120,000 people daily at prices ranging from 12 1 2 to 18 1 2 cents per meal, providing wholesome meals.
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Dresden
San Antonio
The
Light
Southwest
Texas
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