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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1913

Page

12

Fraternalist Dorn Visits San Antonio Moose Lodge

Walter E. Dorn supreme dictator of the Loyal Order of Moose arrives in San Antonio from Galveston for a tour of eastern and southern lodges. He is accompanied by his wife who stays at the Gunter Hotel while a smoker and reception with music and speeches await in the club rooms this evening.

Walter E. Dorn San Francisco Loyal Order of Moose United States San Antonio Galveston Mr. Dorn Mrs. Dorn Gunter Hotel

Visitor’s Fraternal Tour From September to November

A visitor’s fraternal tour started September 11 in San Antonio and is set to end by November 1 with plans to depart tomorrow morning.

Dorn San Antonio

Cheese, Neufchatel and Camembert Adverts and Fire Alarm

An advertisement list for cheeses and potted products is followed by a fire alarm report. Fire Chief Wright and most of the fire department responded to a call at East Houston Street and Jefferson yesterday after 6 o'clock prompted by visible smoke from a stack. The notice also includes a testimonial about Foley's Honey and Tar Compound from Will G. Richmond of Inglewood California and a Fischer's Drug Store ad urging not to accept substitutes.

Wright East Houston Jefferson Streets Will G. Richmond Inglewood Foley Fischer's Drug Store

Fannie Powers Fined in Disturbance Case in Court

A Black woman, Fannie Powers, was fined 25 dollars in the corporation court for allegedly mistreating Police Brady and Ruhnke during a disturbance. She reportedly directed remarks at the officers as they approached.

Brady and Ruhnke Fannie Powers

Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promises Malaria Relief

A vintage advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as invigorating for the blood and system. It claims to drive out malaria and strengthen both adults and children, noting phones for contact.

Grove

Refugees Describe War in Chihuahua as Villa Tightens Siege

American refugees in San Antonio recount starving civilians and a besieged Chihuahua under Pancho Villa and Castillo Herrera. They say 8000 Constitutionalists surround the city, rebels raid supply lines, and Huerta’s grip weakens as the district suffers devastation and mass emigration.

Chihuahua San Antonio L Huerta Pancho Villa Mexico Castillo Herrera Huerta United States Constitutionalista Concho River Coneno Valley Chihuahua Federal Torreon Castulla Herrera

Misery Band Advance Man Arrives in San Antonio

F L Martin of the Misery band arrives in San Antonio to discuss November appearance plans. He will learn tonight whether arrangements progress, as the party returns from El Paso with Judge Maxey and court aides.

F. L. Martin Misery Band San Antonio Crack Musical Organization el Paso T. 8. Maxey

Five Minute Cure If Stomach Is Bad

An ad praises Pape's Diapepsin as a fast safe remedy for indigestion dyspepsia and gastritis. It claims rapid relief when stomach distress includes sour stomach gas headaches dizziness and nausea and notes a fifty cent case available at drug stores. It presents Diapepsin as a universal stomach doctor for home use.

Pape

Exposition Opens Tomorrow in San Antonio

The Exposition band marks the opening at 7 30 pm as San Antonio hosts a grand food and industrial exposition. Visitors praised the hall on South Alamo and Goliad for its decorations and displays. Demonstrators will showcase modern household conveniences, and special days honor clerks with prizes. A baby show is also featured under William J Wise, with a week of activities planned.

Tomorow San Antonio South Alamo and Goliad Streets William J. Wise

Local Notices and Advertisements Highlight City Events

The Del Rio district court opens next Monday as officer lists include United States Marshal John Rogers and deputies. Upcoming events feature W O W dance October 25, Exposition Park carnival October 25 26 27 28 and electric park skating rink debut. Also reports on Navy enlistment Lawrence Huey and a $100 max fine in an affray case.

Lawrence Huey United States Navy Miller Galveston San Francisco

Cheap and Easily Made Cough Remedy at Home

Simple Pinex and Sugar Syrup cough remedy promises quick relief for obstinate coughs hoarseness and bronchial issues. Mix sugar and warm water, add Pinex, and take a teaspoon every few hours. Promises instant relief mild laxative effect and appetite boost with a money back guarantee. Pinex is described as a pine extract product available via The Pinex Co Fort Wayne Indiana.

United States Canada Pinex Co Wayne, Ind

Burns Fines Increased Over City Apprehension

Burns faced a higher fine after his prior $200 vagrancy conviction was suspended upon agreeing to leave the city. The increase stemmed from his apprehension within city limits.

Burns Tis Oppon

Sage Tea and Sulphur Hair Remedy Promises Dark Gloss

An ad extols Wyeths Sage andSulphur hair remedy as a ready to use tonic that darkens gray hair naturally, nourishes the scalp, and prevents dandruff. It instructs dampening a brush and applying a strand at a time, with results visible after morning use and further applications.

Wyeth

Local Classifieds and Notices Run in San Antonio Area

Public notices list humane society contacts and officers, local dentists and offices, taxicab services, Harp Orchestra, and a civil engineer. The fragment mentions divorce suits filed by Juanita Munoz de Rabora and multiple business ads with old and new phone numbers and addresses in San Antonio.

San Antonio Humane Senteey Fred Davison Jene Heil Hicks Building Travis Crockett Juanita Munoz de Rabora

St Anthony Hotel Chief Steward Resigns

C A Miller, chief steward at the St Anthony Hotel for seven months, tendered his resignation effective November 1. He has several job offers but plans for the future remain unsettled. His successor’s name has not yet been announced. Commerce Street widening will not affect the offices or access.

St. Anth C. A. Miller St. Anthony

Dodson's Liver Tone Promises Calomel Replacement

Dodson's Liver Tone is advertised as a safe liver tonic from Fischer's Drug Store to replace calomel for constipation and biliousness. The ad claims pleasant taste, no harsh after effects, and a 60 cent bottle with a 50 cent money back guarantee if not satisfied.

Fischer Dodson Fischer’s D Son

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