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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1915
Page
3
An incoherent fragment presents a stray coupon or promo note with unclear branding. It contains mixed letters and nonstandard phrases that do not form a coherent product or offer. No identifiable organizations dates or locations are readable.
Turkeys rushed east amid weather and shipment delays. Packer crews face time pressure as shortages affect processing and refrigeration. Freight forwarders struggle with schedules as shipments move toward markets, with observers noting persistent bottlenecks and escalating costs across regions.
An old advertisement touts Mi-O-Na stomach tablets as the best remedy for indigestion and related symptoms. It claims to cure sour stomach, heaviness, nausea, dizziness, and loss of appetite, using bold patent medicine language and a long list of linked ailments.
Austin hosts a four thousand delegate pastors and laywomen gathering. The state Baptist convention opened in the hall of representatives, filling every seat, with officers elected and reports on ongoing missionary work and religious outreach across Texas cities.
Funeral service held Sunday for Washington at Seco Baptist Church under the San Anthuls Negro Business League. The program featured anthems, tributes from Rev. Kelty and Prof. Morris, addresses on his roles as educator and promoter of sciences, and a sermon by Dr. Moses. Family sympathy and a mailed copy of resolutions were shared.
City editor Otero, aged 14, promoted to similar post at the Cuera Record with a leave of absence week for his new duties. The move is described as a promotion, though details and timing remain unsettled as Ottler’s future role is announced but not finalized. A ceremony is planned in Seguin with local department confirmations and schedule notes.
Colonel GG Bntelds, head of the League of American Sportsmen, told the Chicago Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution that bird destruction costs the United States about a billion dollars annually. He cited farm losses from pests and crops, noting millions of birds eliminated, along with costs for spraying poisons and seed losses.
Austin reports the Court of Appeals upholds the permanent warehouse legality amid nationwide calls to curb illicit practice. Officials warn of a looming crackdown on warehouse errors in storage and marketing, noting potential losses near one billion dollars and stressing the need for strict compliance across the cotton industry.
Rescue teams continued digging 1500 feet underground at Tevven after an explosion tore through a mine killing 21 workers. More than 48 hours passed as officials reported nine identified dead and workers faced fresh debris blocks delaying efforts to recover the rest.
An ad proclaims Knowlton Dandering as an easy inexpensive cure for dandruff that will revive hair. It claims a 25 cent bottle yields abundant, fluffy, glossy hair in minutes and visible growth after about two weeks, with the product described as a guaranteed hair growth and dandruff solution from Knowlton stores.
A large crowd attended a traditional Shriners banquet and ball at San Antonio's Scottish Rite Cathedral. The event featured notable speakers, a procession through the city, a ceremonial session naming new nobles, and a later lift to the ball at St Anthony Hotel.
Seguin Texas district officials praise the Seguin postoffice for remaining open, noting a favorable opinion from post office inspector J W Martis who recommended no move to close or relocate. The Seguin office has already seen a lease extension and moved to its present location in Texas, with actions discussed for November and potential future dates.
A long promotional notice touts 10 to 40 percent advance on oil stock dated December. It claims vast wells and acreages in Texas and nearby areas with plans to issue millions in stock, grant leases, and expand production. The document, heavy on financial rhetoric, asserts strong profits, dividend promises, and market tactics while urging investors to participate.
A dated stock offer from Kuokes UHY in Kansas presents 200 shares at 12.00 each 3000 shares at 30.00 and 6000 shares at 120.00 with additional 800 shares at 800.00. The text lists quantities and prices with unclear corporate references and receivers.
Nov 18 M ayors from about forty cities from Maine to California have formed committees to cooperate in national defense preparations. Cities listed include Oklahoma City, Palestine, Los Angeles, Sacramento, New Haven, Waterbury, Portland Me, Boston, Detroit, St Louis and others. A conference of delegates is planned in St Louis as committees expand nationwide.
An advertisement touts Casacets as a cure for various ailments including headaches and indigestion. It claims Cascarets cleanse the liver and bowels, promising relief and renewed vitality. The copy targets mothers and children, urging readers to try the product tonight.
Allan E. Ragsdale traveling agent for the 5 A. L. P. will oversee a special Katy train from San Antonio to Corpus Christi for Thinkegivying Day. He reports strong Texas delegation support and predicts the state teachers meeting may be the largest ever.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a proffered price move and local reaction. The text references Pasoilia and Ratlon, mentioning an advance and a continuing deal but remains unclear on concrete details or outcomes.
An old health-claim piece urges drinking hot water with limestone phosphate each morning to cleanse the digestive system and purify the body. It asserts that daily ingestion removes waste, toxins, and fermentations, improving skin clarity and breath while boosting internal sanitation and overall health.
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