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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1917
Page
4
A new political party named the National Party was created at a Chicago meeting of five groups seeking amalgamation. Plans include temporary rules and immediate election of a national executive committee with four members from each group. The conference endorsed a tentative platform emphasizing a strong prohibition stance.
Obituary collection lists Ogden Johnson of Vancouver and Sudé le B. Talsion of Wisconsin, both reported dead. deaths include Ame Pups Mes and Mva. Fiton, with funeral arrangements by Sloan & Hagy Undertaking and Fi Vn dertaking Co. Names, ages, and survivors appear with limited details. services to be held at local churches and burial at Mission Burial Park.
In a terse notice the Sheltoy-Loring Underthing Co announces Bok Phones 971 and references Automobiliaquipment. The fragmented item appears to be an advertisement blurring into a separate line about Mipan being a great warship and a Japanese project.
An elderly resident, Mr Brown, recalls decades of pain and poor sleep before taking Tanlac. He credits dramatic improvements in appetite, stomach function, and energy after a San Antonio Tanlac sale at Wagner's Drug Store and Meles's Pharmacy.
About 120 girls from extension clubs and the W C A gathered Thursday evening at the Association buildings for a rally. The program began informally with a headshake in the library, then gym drills, a living pipe around the stage, and burlesque sketches about study and work. Miss Ruth Mule spoke before adjournment as the first fall service and friendly hour of the season.
Hillan resigned as secretary of the Chamber of Commerce and Retail Merchants' Association. Fred W. Moxehach of San Antonio was chosen to succeed him. Willan departs for San Antonio next Tuesday to assume new duties.
An old advertising column extols Mothers Friend as a trusted obstetric aid from a prominent physician. It claims three generations of expectant mothers benefited from its external abdominal preparation, softening muscles and easing labor. The ad urges writing Bradfield Regulator Co. for the booklet and order details.
A busy schedule of society events. Elia Goodwin Carter hosts a park meeting with Park Mathoulat and Harmony Club members. The Phe Navtlua Study Club opened with talks, music, and refreshments. The Women's Parliament held a Gunter meeting presided by Mrs. Pattas. Various garden parties, dances, and recitals announced for October and the holiday season with local clubs and the San Antonio Symphony involved.
A report notes Rev Hugh McLahan praising the intimate bond between religion and music as the highest art form. Paul Biltz is introduced as the new conductor for the Symphonic Orchestra, followed by an informal reception. Saturday’s big grocery ad lists specials including picnic ham, bacon, and dairy items with prices.
Alam Heights residents plan a Friday session of the Alamo Heights Civic Improvement League to discuss incorporating Alamo Heights as a town. The agenda includes a directors meeting and a call for citizens to advise and participate in the project steps.
Fragmentary text shows a proposal for incorporation and a petition to county commissioners. Mentions a master to preside and a Bray evening meeting. Likely a formal proceeding or corporate action with names partially readable.
Ninety tyet sets of twin and four aoty of tips sets were born in Texas during August. Texas Health Department records show double births, 8 gols white, one negro in three trips. total births 743 with 578 negroes. Army Reading and Rest Rooms advertises a reading and writing space at First Church of Christ Scientist Navarro Street.
Fragmentary text appears garbled and difficult to decipher. No clear people, places, or events are readable to extract a coherent News item or summary.
The ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablers as a liver and bowel remedy. It claims disease stems from inactive bowels and liver, touts a yeast olive oil mix, and describes benefits like brighter skin and energy. Ends noting price and availability at druggists.
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