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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1912

Page

32

Fairy finger treatment for eyes sparks medical debate

The article cites Paris physicians endorsing gentle fingertip eye massages as a cure for eye irritation, with cautions about hygiene and brief sessions. It also recounts myths of early lightning rods, noting a Bohemian monk as the true inventor and the rod's suppression by locals.

Paris Benjamin Franklin Bohemia Preditz Moravia

Modern Pocahontas Tale Surfaces in San Francisco

A sensational report recounts Ah Wing, a Chinese Malay cook from a whaler, who marries Julie, a native chief’s daughter, after a dramatic rescue from execution. They travel, settle in a Ross Alley tenement, learn three languages, and face cultural clash as Julie adapts to city life.

San Francisco John Smith Alaska Ah Wing Julie Navy Department Jamestown Sitka Wing Hunt Ali Papa Ross Alley

Story of Wing’s death and tribal intent detailed

The account notes saresae's journey to his wife’s people and confirms much of the story. It mentions the questionable plan by some Indians to eat Wing after the killing, though the overall narrative remains authenticated.

Wing Saresae Ben

Skin Trouble Burns and Itches Prominent Cure Claim

Sharps, Virginia resident Mrs. Addie L. Phillips recounts a four year ankle skin ailment worsened by scratching. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment to treat the raw inflamed area, the problem allegedly fully cleared. The advertisement touts Cuticura products for general skin care with free samples and pricing details.

Sharps Addie L. Phillips Cuticura Dept. T Boston

Dentist Dr AtLee Specializes in Orthodontics

Dr AtLee operates in the Gibbs building offering orthodontic services. The office lists an old contact number 5757 and a new phone 160 for patient reach.

Dr. AtLee Gibbs Building

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