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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1913
Page
20
A report from the American Society of Contractors calls for uniform building contracts. It urges bidders to receive full specifications, annexed contracts, prompt dispute writing, and an impartial appeal process. The contractor should define or own methods, and the owner bears liability for results if plans are fixed.
Austin Cunningham of San Angelo announces his bid for congressman at large in the 16th district, highlighting growth in the 57 counties and a 367,696 population. He outlines twelve stances including rail competition, farm credits, coast trade, river and harbor work, anti trust enforcement, currency reform, and support for the Lever bill backed by farmers.
An advertisement proclaims the buyer has a right to the best product with bold promise and a provocative phrase about perfection lard, attributed to a supplier or brand. The phrasing suggests a promotional claim aimed at enticing purchasers.
A home recipe claims to stop hair loss and promote growth. Mix bay rum one ounce glycerine a fourth ounce and Barbo Compound in half a pint of water, apply and rub in two to three times weekly. The method also darkens gray hair and yields soft glossy strands.
The Texas Industrial Congress will meet in Dallas on December 18 with a focus on farm product marketing. Professor Charles B. Austin will speak on The Marketing of Agricultural Products and Clarence Ousley will discuss The Elimination of Waste in Marketing. The event highlights profit per acre, better roads, and federal marketing policy.
Washington reports that by year 1913 the U S will export about 25 000 miles of motion picture films. The U S is the leading producer, with roughly three fourths of world output. The Commerce Department records exports by quantity and value, separating plain films from finished films and noting destinations and ports. Through September total unexposed exports reach 65 500 000 feet.
A report notes 89,000,000 feet of films exported in nine months ending September 1913, with 65,500,000 feet unexposed and 23,500,000 feet exposed for stereopticon use. If months ahead mirror September, the year total could reach about 135,000,000 feet worth roughly $3.5 million.
A Detroit based firm advertises a "prescription free of charge" for nervous debility and diminished manhood. It claims the physician authored remedy can restore vigor at home without medicine and invites readers to request a copy by writing Interstate Remedy Co. in Detroit Michigan.
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