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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1916
Page
5
An advertisement touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a daily remedy for backache promising relief tomorrow with a claim of Dutch origin since 1696. It stresses authenticity, urges buyers to look for the brand name, and lists price points 25c 50c and $1.00 with a money back guarantee.
Vienna reports the death of Emperor Francis Joseph at Schoenbrunn after a long illness. Archduke Charles Francis Joseph, the heir, assumed control and the new ruler is expected to refrain from festivities upon his crowning. The nation mourns a monarch loved for his charity and tireless work during wartime.
Editorials from London papers say Francis Joseph's death will not alter the war's course. Emperor Charles pledges to continue the struggle until a peace preserves the monarchy, while Austrian unity and German alliance loom large amid grim forecasts for Austria-Hungary.
Advert says Danderine removes dandruff and hair loss within ten minutes after application. It claims immediate improvement and weeks of use bring new fine hair all over the scalp. The copy urges purchasing a 25 cent bottle from drug stores or toilet counters to restore beauty, softness, and lustre.
The article promotes Anuric as an easy remedy for kidney trouble and related symptoms. It urges daily water intake, a cup of hot water each morning, and regular dosing before meals. It notes kidney function, uric acid buildup, and conditions like rheumatism and gout as signals.
President Wilson sent a message of condolence to Emperor Karl Franz Joseph of Austria-Hungary after the death of Francis Joseph. He expressed sincere sympathy from Mrs. Wilson and himself and extended US government and people’s condolences and best wishes for the emperor’s well being and prosperity.
Berlin newspapers publish mourning borders to honor Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria. The Tageblatt lauds the emperor’s life tested by world war and the empire’s social fabric, while the Deutsche Tages Zeitung notes the later years were brightened by conviction even if victory was not achieved.
The Nord Deutsche Allgemeine praises Francis Joseph as a pacifist and defender of the German alliance while noting the Sarajevo assassination as a crisis for Europe. It states the emperor remained steadfast through the trial and hopes his successor continues strong. Thousands gather in Chicago to honor his memory.
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