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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1916
Page
21
Washington dispatch outlines Brazilian Society of International Law plan to form a league to safeguard shipping and assert full rights publicly declared and enforceable if needed. The proposal aims to neutralize conflicts affecting maritime routes and safeguard national interests.
The official gazette reports a plan for a neutral league including all neutrals to auto activate during wars. It calls for neutral rights such as enemy goods under a neutral flag, free trade among neutrals, and immunity from extraterritorial actions, with penalties including withdrawal of friendly treaties and possible hostilities. The report cites British trade violations and a Brazilian vessel seizure, noting U S efforts are seen as ineffective and Chilean-Brazilian proposals await submission.
A New York physician explains most stomach troubles arise from fermentation in undigested food causing gas and acid. He recommends drinking a teaspoon of bisulated magnesia with water after meals to stop fermentation, neutralize acid, and ease indigestion wind and heartburn.
U S Pawkett manager of the San Antonio freight bureau will address the Manufacturers Club at the Gunter Hotel Tuesday night. He will explain the freight situation as it affects local manufacturers who feel uneasy. Other important topics and miniature exhibits for schools in San Antonio and Bexar county will be viewed.
City officials plan a postal survey of 65 city electricians and consult New York experts to determine if private consumer rates from the San Antonio Gas & Electric Co are fair. The city charter requires a 10 percent net income on investment, with a current cap of 16 cents per kilowatt hour but a typical rate of 10 cents.
A quip about why coins show a head and tail side prompts a playful note on coin naming. The joke hints that these terms arose from the design of currency.
Physicians report more kidney trouble in women than men. Mrs. Anna Byrd of Tuscumbia Alabama says Foley Kidney Pills removed her back pain and helped her stand again. The ad notes rheumatic pains swollen ankles stiff joints sore muscles and sleep disturbing bladder issues as kidney disorder signs.
An old advisory touts a home paste made from water and delatone powder to remove hair. Applied for 2 to 3 minutes then rubbed off, it claims to leave skin smooth without pain. Warns buyers to ensure the product is real delatone.
The attorney general's department approves $30,000 special road bonds for Robertson county. They bear 5 percent interest, mature in 40 years with a 10 year option. The action was reported from Austin dated November 14.
No Enterprise WW Frick tells a Pittsburg reporter that enterprise defines a productive man. The anecdote contrasts a town clock proposal with Jabez Hartley’s skeptical remark about spending on a town clock, underscoring thrift and practicality in a village setting.
New York doctors explain why organic iron in Nuxated Iron boosts strength and vitality. Letters from Dr. King Dr. Sauer Dr. Jaques and Dr. James claim iron insufficiency causes pallor weakness and fatigue. They describe tests and rapid gains in strength, endurance, and health with the product, and note money-back guarantees.
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