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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1927
Page
14
A noted skin specialist touts Mrntho Sulphur as a quick remedy for skin eruptions. The germ destroying properties of a sulfur preparation allegedly soothe itching, reduce irritation, and heal eczema, with a small jar priced at only a few cents. Clip the coupon.
An old ad claims Mexican Mustang Liniment penetrates the skin in minutes to soothe rheumatic pains backache and stiffness. It promises rapid pain relief by applying a small amount opposite the sore area with the product available at local drugstores.
A midwife lifestyle ad from Manheim advises mothers to use Mother's Friend to reduce tension and nerve strain during pregnancy. It claims the product helps abdominal muscles and tissues expand more easily and offers free literature on baby preparation.
Pat M. Neff former Texas governor is re-elected president of the Baptist General Convention of Texas at the state meeting in Wichita Falls. Officers named include Cullen F. Thomas as first vice president, Powers as second, Thare as third, J. L. Truett as recording secretary, and D. B. South as assistant. Foreman elected president of the state association, with Melton and Balch as officers. Wives union re-elects V. S. Davis as president. Dallas women also fill secretary roles.
A Wigwearld boy, alleged as one of three youths who robbed two streetcar operators in San Antonio two nights ago, was arrested. One victim lost $40 at Highland Park One on South Walters Street. another was robbed on Guaddupe Streetcar at Guadalupe and Tarramora. Two other suspects were expected to be captured soon by detectives led by Chief William E. Green.
Deputies arrest a Mexican man charged with attempted burglary after he pried open a window at a filling station on Frederickshire road. The owner notified the sheriff’s office Wednesday night about a man lurking near the grove. the suspect was taken into custody as he attempted entry.
Officials in Washington report that Lake College has earned a place on the Association of American Universities approved list. Texas University and Rice Institute are also named on the list. Dean John R. Effinger of the University of Michigan recently inspected the college and submitted the report to the association.
Funeral services for Charles Albert Mayfield were held Thursday at his residence on McCullough avenue. The Knights of the Trose Croix sponsored the services with active pallbearers listed as Barnett, Callahan, Fletcher, Bent, Kilgore, and Ada.
Members of the Albert Pike chapter of the Order of DeMolay football team will attend a dance Friday night in the St. Anthony Hotel ballroom, hosted by the Pike's Peak club. City Football League members have been invited to attend.
Reports from Hong Kong say labor factions led by Kang Fot-Fui clashed in Canton as the night-long confrontation escalated. Gunfire continued until dawn with authorities declaring martial law and closing access to the foreign settlements. Local events note J.P. Fitch, a Boy Scout official from Dallas, visiting the city this weekend.
Denver reports that striking miners in the southern Colorado coal field, emboldened by protests, planned renewed picketing despite state pressure. A two man contingent abandoned the Colunbine mine blockade after receiving orders to shoot trespassers, while Four Sentinel Guard airplanes patrolled the northern field. Production statewide neared the level seen when the strike ended last October.
A vintage medical card touts Cascarets as a natural regulator for bodily functions. It claims Cascarets clean the bowels gently, improving personal odor and overall health for both adults and children, with a recommendation to use every two weeks for best results.
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