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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1913

Page

2

Local Waco Woman Endorses Vitalitas Earth Fluid

Mrs. E. Ker of 900 Columbus Street, a longtime Waco resident, praises Vitalitas for improving her livar trouble, sleep, and appetite after two weeks. She says the alcohol free tonic detoxifies stomach, liver, kidneys, bowels and blood and offers lasting energy and relief. Demonstration at Wagner's, 407 E Houston Street.

E. Ker Waco Vitalitas Texas Ker Columbus Street Wagner's Houston Street

Saxony Most Densely Populated State in German Empire

Saxony, with 29 inhabitants per square mile, is the empire’s most densely populated state.

Saxony German Empire

Endorsement by Fort Worth Man for Plant Juice

L. J. Thomason, long-time Fort Worth resident now working in Electra Oil fields, testi fies that Plant Juice cured his stomach, liver, and nervous troubles. He says thousands of Texans praise the product and notes quick relief for bilious and run down individuals. Sold at Fischer's Drug Store.

L. J. Thomason Fort Worth Electra Texas Fischer’s

Ransom and Silsbee Deny Weekly Dispatch Closure Claim

The Weekly Dispatch report claimed Ransom & Silsbee signed a pledge to close at 6 pm daily, then retracted. Ransom & Silsbee say no agreement was signed or hinted, closure at 6 pm Saturday impractical due to late trains to San Antonio. They say they began closing at 6 pm on Mondays over two years ago and serve both union and non union patrons after 6 pm.

Dispatch Trades Council Ransom & Silsbee San Antonio

Denial U0 Right to Age Retirement In Mexico City

In Mexico City reporting on conscription and currency, observers note Huerta decree makes bank notes legal tender. Foreign residents and locals scramble for silver as banks limit change, exchange rates rise little, and large-amount requests are refused. Drafting soars with 2500 called since week start. women reportedly compelled into service as soldaderas.

Huerta

Lind Returns to Mexico City Without Washington Orders

Washington reports indicate John Lind traveled to Mexico City from Vera Cruz without direct orders from Washington, possibly acting on anticipated developments. Cabinet discussion noted Huerta's alleged denial of U S demands for retirement and plans to recall a Mexican minister as a potential foreign policy shift.

Washington, D. C John Lind Mexico City Vera Cruz Washington Charge O'Shaughnessy Huerta O’shaughnessy Lind Garrison Wilson McReynolds Bryan State Department United States Berlin Miguel Covarrubias Mexico St. Petersburg Covarrubias Juan Sanchez Azcona Madero Azcona Carranza Movement Fletcher New Hampshire Tampico Navy Department Annapolis Santa Rosalia Lower California Manuel Madero Saltillo Canada Veraruz Monterey Tellez

Marines Ordered to Prepare for Southern Climate

Portsmouth, N H November 7 orders from Washington directed 200 of the 300 marines at the Portsmouth navy yard to be ready for service in a southern climate within 48 hours. The marines wore khaki uniforms suited for warm weather as they awaited entrainment. Washington denied the move was tied to the Mexican situation and said it related to larger base plans and a naval base expansion.

Portsmouth N. H Washington Portsmouth Navy Yard Washington, D. C Hancock

Walnut-Tint Hair Stain Promises Undetectable Dye

An ad describes Walnut-Tint Hair Stain as a reversible way to dye hair from gray or faded to rich brown or black without detection. It claims no damaging metals, no odor or grease, and that hair grows out fluffy. A trial package costs twenty five cents. full sizes cost one dollar.

Mrs. Potter's Hygienic Supply Co Groton Ridg Cincinnati Ohio

Harbor City lots offer large buy for investors

Harbor City Terminal Corporation sells stock at 100 per share with two free lots per share and promising generous commissions to salesmen. The Texas company, with 500000 capital, opens new territory and offices and invites first-class salesmen to discuss the opportunity at A D Powers 107 Avenue D.

Harbor City Harbor City Terminal Corporation Texas Corporation A. D. Powers Avenue D

Ship Refitted as Marine Transport for 1500 Men

A receiving ship is being outfitted to serve as a marine transport accommodating about 1500 men for a short voyage. The upgrade aims to rapidly move personnel with minimal delay and ensure ready accommodations aboard.

Chester Sails for Mexico With Armament on Board

The cruiser Chester departed Philadelphia Navy Yard for Vera Cruz to cover a possible action. Captain William A. Moffett ordered sail at 11:55 a.m. amid cheering crews and waving relatives. The ship carries three months provisions and heavy armament including machine and field guns.

Philadelphia Chester Philadelphia Navy Yard Vera Cruz William A. Moffett Moffett

Destruction in Monterey Battle Reported by Courier

A courier for Consul Garrett confirms the October 23 24 battle in Monterey destroying vast property including 657 cars and 26 engines. Much of the city burned or razed with heavy loss of life. only one German among the foreigners killed.

Laredo Tex Monterey Garrett Nuevo Laredo

Constitutionalist Envoy Urges Embargo Lift on Arms

Special to The Light Roberta Pesqueira, a Constitutionalist confidant, outlined work done by the movement to raise the embargo on arms exports to Mexico. She said the struggle began against those who opposed the effort and discussed ongoing actions.

Washington, D. C Mexico Roberta Pesqueira

Huerta’s Fall Echoes in Mexican Struggle and US Aid Call

The piece describes Huerta holding much power but facing a rising Constitutionalists movement. It notes Federal forces defeated and states wrested from Huerta, with U S and European backing. It argues US arms support could end Huerta and install a US-friendly government in Mexico. It also mentions the Philippines colonization drive to boost rice output.

Huerta Senate Constitutionalists Sonora United States Justice Mexico

Wise People Stop Using Dangerous Calomel

A historic ad notes calomel risks for liver and constipation and promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe, vegetable liver tonic sold by Fischer's Drug Store. It claims suitability for children and adults and offers a money back guarantee at 50 cents a bottle.

Dodson Fischer's Drug Store

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