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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1916

Page

9

Cooper Philanthropist Plans Southern Health Tour

L. J. Cooper the noted health expert and philanthropist sails for San Antonio after visiting Dayton. He and his private secretary prepare for a southern itinerary including Atlanta Houston New Orleans and Dallas with Tanlac cited as his health remedy. Cooper praises philanthropy saying it pays to divide income with the poor while defending his methods amid critics.

San Antonio L. T. Cooper Tiarris Southern Pacific St. Anthony J. Harris le Cooper Mr. Cooper Dayton Ohio Atlanta New Orleans Houston Galveston Denver Los Angeles San Francisco Cooper America Louisville Cincinnati Pittsburg Harris Nashville Birmingham Memphis Little Rock Tanlac Joseph von Trimbach Cooper Laboratories New York Philadelphia Boston Oor Cpt Augusta Ooper

British Press Bureau cuts Hearst News in London Garbling Row

London authorities deny the International News Service further use of official cables and facilities over alleged garbling of messages. British papers hail the move as a drastic stand against misreported war news from Hearst organs.

London International News Service Hearst America Daily Express William R. Hearst New York American Chicago Examiner the Times International United States Chronicle The Westminster Gazette Gaztte England Globe Home Secretary House of Commons Home Department Jutland

New Chief of the French Army Staff Named

General Du Port has been appointed chief of the staff of the French army. He is noted for his energy and ability and his appointment has met with approval from all ranks of the army.

General du Port

International News Service questioned over false London cables

The London bureau of the International News Service faced continued garbled reports and false statements. Protests were raised after three incidents, with assurances to stop insertions and a state department order barring IS service until further notice. Associated Press papers not affected due to NY American, SF Examiner, and LA Examiner ties.

International News Service New York United States London Eenicebeans News New York American San Francisco Examiner Los Angeles Examiner Associated Press Hearst

Public Speaking Class Plans Presidential Candidates Debate

Hugh McLellan Class in Public Speaking will hold a debate on Woodrow Wilson and Charles E. Hughes outcomes for president with public invitation. The group re organized at Central Christian Church electing H. B. Slinkard president and listing several readings and speeches for the meeting.

Hugh McLellan Woodrow Wilson Charles E. Hughes Central Christian Church H. 8. Slinkard W. H. Thomas Paul Adams Eldon Young Ralph Nichols Earl Newlin Charles Berth United States Haiti W. C. McGregor

Osborne Leaves Warden Post To Promote Prison Reform

Thomas Mott Osborne spoke to 1500 Mutual Welfare League members at Ging Sing prison, outlining his reasons for resigning as warden. He said he would work to interest the public in reform and urged league members to obey rules.

Ossining N. Y Thomas Mott Osborne Mutual Welfare League Ging Sing Prison Osborne

Fishing Trip Feeds Chickens After Rod Snag

Milwaukee man Fred Leviash fishing near Eagle River Wisconsin ties his boat to a tree to rest. He notices line movement and reels in to find a chicken snagged on his bait, struggling as it is pulled toward the bushes. The bird’s resistance breaks the line.

Milwaukee Wis Fred Leviash Eagle River Leylash

Anti Faction Faces Test in Legislature Speaker Fight

With the next state legislative session looming, anti prohibition forces must unite to block Governor Ferguson’s allies. The House leans 98 pro and 44 anti, making a single anti candidate unlikely to win without cross support from pro camps. George Mendell is the lone anti in the speaker race, hoping for cross-aisle backing to avert a rout.

Ferguson San Antonio Senate House George W. Mendell Travis County F. O. Fuller Fuller Poindexter Spencer

Dodson's Liver Tone Ad Promises Safe Calomel Substitute

An advertisement derides calomel and urges readers to use Dodson's Liver Tone a 50 cent bottle as a harmless vegetable remedy. The pitch claims it cleanses the liver and bowels, prevents sickness, and safe for children with no salivation risk, promising a quick boost after one dose.

Dodson

Jad Salts Promoted For Kidney Relief In Old Advice

A dated health blurb advises back ache and urinary symptoms stem from meat intake. It recommends Jad Salts a four ounce dose daily in water before breakfast to relieve sluggish kidneys, cleanse waste, and curb bladder irritation.

Be definite before Mendell is considered in the running

A leading anti Ferguson ally urges definiteness as Mendell faces delays and scrutiny before entering the gubernatorial race, signaling uncertainty about his candidacy.

Ferguson Mendell

YMCA Forum Debating Club Reorganizes for Monday Meeting

The YMCA Forum Debating Club will reorganize at 8 o'clock Monday night at the YMCA building. Interested persons are urged to attend. The club has trained many of the city's leading young business and professional speakers. The new YMCA lunch room opens Thursday with continual service from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Y. M. C. A. Forum

Potato’s Peru’s Treasure and the potato’s journey

O F Cook notes in National Geographic that while Peruvian gold shaped early exploration and European power, the potato proved a far more profound treasure for Europe. The Incas stored vast gold. Europe forged wealth, then the potato spread, altering world history. Peru’s plant became Ireland’s staple.

O. F. Cook National Geographic Magazine Indies Columbus Cortez Mexico Pizarro Peru Europe Spain

Ancient Peruvian Nation Gains Global Attention

An ancient Peruvian nation has gained substantial recognition worldwide, reaching near the same level of importance in other regions over the past decade. The shift reflects broader interest in its history and cultural influence across multiple countries.

Liquid argon dandruff remedy claims spotless scalp

A reminiscence ad-like claim promotes liquid argon as a guaranteed dandruff cure. It prescribes applying four ounces nightly to moisten the scalp, arguing that most or all dandruff vanishes by morning with repeated use. It asserts itching stops and hair becomes fluffy and glossy. The seller notes liquid arvon is inexpensive and available at drug stores.

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