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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1917

Page

8

Union Government Formed in CMD Ottawa

A union government was formed in Ottawa with Sir Robert Borden set to lead after Liberals led by Wilfrid Laurier opposed a conscription policy. Early meetings failed to finalize key ministers as differences emerged among Liberal factions and the coalition partners.

Ottawa Gonier Inces Vie Robert Borden LR Flais Asbree Ier Wilefrid Laurier Wilfred Rogalta Liberal Party Borden Vest

Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Endorsed

Mrs. Bianchi Jefferson of Des Moines testifies that Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound cured her severe health issue after doctors advised surgery. She reports regained strength and ability to work, and recommends the remedy to other women seeking relief.

Lydia Eg. Pinkham Lydia B. Pinshaum Ars Bianchs Jefferson Lyon Des Moines

Fragmented text hints at Canadian political shakeup and party leaders

The readable portions suggest a general election in a Canadian jurisdiction with references to Union and National administrations, opposition parties, and several named figures such as Sir Arthur Sifton and George Murray. The garbled OCR mentions premiers, Conservative figures, and regional leaders across provinces, indicating a broad political realignment.

Gamadias G Sr Rovert Bardun Parti Arthur Sifton Alwertas ‘Pd A. Creear Western Grain Grower Card Naige Doherty Blondin Martin Uyeell Albert Leone

Reward on Submarine Rescue Sparks Debate

Controversy surrounds Alfred Yarrow’s reward offer for the first sighting of a submarine. Reports claim a number of ships were attacked or sunk with substantial, uncertain loss figures. The article details claims of partial success and safety measures amid naval combat near Har, with high casualty notes and contested outcomes.

Tigi Gopries Kublle Ledeen Alfred Yarrow Jing Yarrow Cossele

Resume of Work by Congress Issued Amid Turmoil

A garbled set of lines describes a congressional resume issued amid activity. Mentions officers, sessions, and reactions, with scattered references to figures and dates. The readable segments imply formal government proceedings and legislative actions, though many words are corrupted or interjected by OCR errors.

Congress Rexurig Bt Congress Artis Wien Wnitintile Ant Wilson Marele ST Willing Henry

Joske's Sale of New Frocks and Hats Delights Shoppers

Saturday at Joske's Millinery Parlors shoppers found new frocks and collections of hats priced from 6.50 to 10.00. Hats range from large to jaunty turbans in many shades, with styles to suit every taste.

Joske

Autumn Frocks at 19 75 in San Antonio Dress Sale

Over 800 new dresses secured by our Ready-to-Wear buyer arrive in New York then to San Antonio for a $19.75 sale. The assortment features 30 styles in serge, crepe de chine, satin and taffeta with unique collars, trims and pockets. Sizes range Misses 16–18 to women 38–46 bust. entire stock included in this special purchase.

New York San Antonio

Leather Hand Bags Sale Highlights 480 Purses on Offer

A sale displays 480 leather hand bags and purses in 14 styles with inside frame or self covered frames. Each bag has silk lining, drop mirror, and coin purse, with top and back strap styles in 7 shapes. All are priced at $1.00 tomorrow. The Alamo Street window shows the variety and value.

Alamo Street

Embroidered Handkerchiefs and Ostrich Boas Sale

Box of six kerchiefs for one dollar and hand embroidered initials. Ostrich boas listed at 1.19 with multiple colors and 22 inches length. Also mentions autumn neckwear at 1.19.

Copenhagen

Halloween party planning at Joske's store

Joske's advertises complete Halloween party supplies famed for a spooky look. It features Booie Book of suggestions and games, crepe paper in orange and black, cloud effects with jack o lanterns and ghosts, napkins, plates, doilies, candy boxes, mats, invitations, and decor items with prices for each item.

Joske’s Bogie Hallowe’en Hallowe'en

Fall Coats for Girls At Joske's Store Front

Joske's presents fall coats for girls aged 6 to 14 in wool, plush, mixtures, and fancy coatings with belted styles and large pockets. Dresses in serge for ages 6 to 14 feature high school ting and patch pockets, with some outfits combined with plaid silk priced from $3 to $25.

Joske’s

If You Are Going To The Army Books For Soldiers

If you are heading to service or already enlisted improve spare time with titles like First Lessons in Spoken French for the Military Man by Wilkens Coleman Huse 506 Rapid Fire English German French 26 An Officer's Notes by Capt Parker 200 Manual of Bayonet Training Aviator's Field Book by R Hirsch 125 Aeroplane Design by F J Barnwell 100 Over the Top by A G Tunney 166 Rookie Rhymes 76c The First Hundred Thousand by jun Hay 150

Wilkens-Coleman-Huse T. M. Hutchinson R. M. Parker R . Hirsch F. 3. Barnwell A. G. Tunney Jun Hay

Autumn Fiction Spotlight From a Large Book Sale

A mixed catalog shows titles like Green Jane and The Soul of a Bishop by noted authors, with prices around $1.40 to $1.56. The sale includes works by Reb Barre McCutcheon Hita Wells and Ferber, plus classics by Dickens Thackeray and Cooper and more. The event closes tomorrow with many volumes remaining.

Green Jane Reb Barre McCutcheon Hita Ht. c. Wells George Gibbs Smuth Winston Chur Fanny Ferber

Crepe Blouses Lingerie Waists at 98c in Fresh Crisp Styles

Lingerie blouses in sheer trims and lace or embroidery, plain tailored options, white lingerie cloth waists, and many color choices. Silk petticoats with close-fitting tops feature deep ruffles and seatings. price $3.98. Wool sweaters for evening wear in green, navy, Copenhagen with large cuff details priced at $0.9.

Chaice Cpt Copenhagen

Beauty Helps A Combo Deal For Tomorrow

An offer advertises Mme Isebbelle cosmetics with Vivian Mace Powder and Heal serbloom Talcum, two items for 28c. Dora Powder and Jaya Powder are promoted with Tomor row pricing, featuring Dora Mace Powder at 26c and Jaya Powder at 30c.

Mme Ise Belle’s Mme, Ise'belle

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