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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1912
Page
11
An ad extols Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a safe cleanser and regulator for the liver stomach and bowels. It criticizes violent purgatives and urges buying the genuine California Fig Syrup Company product.
The article traces wine origins to Babylonian and Egyptian sources, noting Noah, Pir-Napishtim, and Nimrod as early links. It cites cuneiform tablets listing Babylonian wines, describes Assyrian sipping customs, Hittite wine culture, and early depictions of wine divinities predating Bacchus.
Advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for scrofula catarrh rheumatism kidney complaint dyspepsia and general debility claiming it has cured many seemingly hopeless cases and urges readers to take Hood's.
A late night drive back to New York with Mr Reed and Warren turns chaotic. Wrong turns, dark roads, and a broken car drain time and funds as a police stop, gasoline trouble, and a stranded trip weigh on Helen and the host's patience.
When you are in the market for hams bacon lard and compound ring phone two ninety two for an attractive price. The article is made at home but the goods are up to the Standard Union Meat Company.
Thieves entered Wagenfuhr Poultry Market at 103 Villita Street and took seven dressed turkeys. Officers Beck and Holeman arrested two men later that night on suspicion of stealing the birds.
An advertisement touts Poslam as a complete skin cure for eczema acne tetter and related affections. It claims first application stops itching and promotes rapid healing, and advertises Poslam Soap as a soothing antiseptic bath aid. beschikbaar via W. C. Burns & Co H. L. Wagner and local druggists with free samples from Emergency Laboratories in New York.
County officers warn no mail vouchers. pay for November 6 general election held by Frank R. Newton, County Clerk. Various social and business notices follow, including dances, examinations, ads for turkeys, insurance visits, and upcoming events in San Antonio.
Ada Meade stars in Madame Sherry with a large company at the Grand Opera House for five nights starting Wednesday with special matinees on Wednesday and Saturday. The production blends a romantic love tale with lively comedy through an Italian janitor, his Irish wife, a whimsical uncle, a New York playboy, a dancing school, and yacht party guests.
At the Plaza this week's vaudeville program presents Miss Alva York as headliner with singing and costume changes. Also featured are Miss Schnee and Miss Fish vocalists, the Rorgell Minstrels in a lively first part, the Dollar Troupe acrobats, University Four, Harmony Kings, Wright and Stanley in a rehearsal act, and strong ensemble numbers maintaining the venue’s high standard.
A St. Marys College Alumni association meeting is slated for 8 pm in the college auditorium to recruit new members and organize plans for the annual banquet. City Detective Shiraz returned from Houston reporting three San Antonio suspects arrested during the No-tsu-oh carnival while assisting Bayou City officers.
An old advertisement promotes Laren's Mustard Cerate as a quick relief for cold symptoms and sore throat. It markets the product as portable medical aid with blistering action and skin hardening effects, available at Schwab McElroy stores and other druggists for 25 or 50 cents. It invites readers to request a free sample from Drug Co. Cleveland Ohio or Los Angeles Cal.
Dr Hugo Tausig of Berlin endorses Sirolin as a leading treatment for tuberculosis and bronchial ailments. The remedy has shown notable results even without dietetic methods, with many patients reporting relief. Information on Sirolin is available from New York City and local druggists listed in the notice.
A Philadelphia woman reports recovery from tuberculosis after using Eckmans Alterative. The letter recounts severe illness in 1903 04 with coughing night sweats fevers and hemorrhages and claims marked improvement after starting the remedy. The testimonial notes upbuilding effects and urges request for more evidence.
A student was taken into custody on theft charges during the festive events. Police reported a brief disturbance but no injuries occurred as officers detained the individual near the downtown celebration site.
A 43 year old Mexican laborer was taken into custody by Policeman Jaimes after being seen with a dagger. The planning witness is J. T. a saloon man. The prisoner was observed carrying the dagger earlier in the night.
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