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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1913
Page
2
Vitalitas, a natural liquid claimed to come from a volcanic earth stratum in Texas, is presented as a health tonic that allegedly cures stomach liver kidney and blood disorders. An exhibit at Wagner's Drug store, 407 West Houston Street, invites study and mentions its resistance to destruction and separation when mixed with alcohol.
The item, built for display, is described as seven percent of a foot tall and features ninety square feet of upper leather along with eighty pounds of sole leather, marking a notable early attempt in footwear design.
Reports from Norfolk and Boston outline broad storm damage across the coast. Damaged barges, sunk ammunition vessels, and wrecked lines cut transport while towns like Concord Montpelier and Rutland faced telegraph outages as the Ohio storm swept New England.
In Chattanooga Tennessee the season's first killing frost formed early this morning with a 31 degree reading. The record low for September 30 was noted earlier in the season.
In Houston on October 21 the region reports cool weather after heavy rains and widespread threshing around the coast rice belt proceeds day and night with intense activity.
A strong October snowstorm, the heaviest since 1908, struck Ashland Wisconsin with heavy lake conditions and gale winds. Duluth reported snowfall this morning with a street temperature of 18 degrees.
Henry A. Johnston of Anse Michigan praises Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound as a safe cough and cold remedy for his family and children. The ad notes it contains no opiates and is sold at Ischer’s Drug Store.
A dated testimonial ad touts D D D eczema cure with multiple personal endorsements from Hy Hotchkiss and others. It promotes D D D Skin Soap at Fischer's Drug Store Gibbs Building with a money back guarantee and full size bottle offer.
The report notes Huerta government calls for abstaining from elections in Coahuila and warns would be challengers. Constitutionalists hold hills as Federals occupy the town. Desertions rise while authorities prepare a 90 mile riding test for local officers over three days. Colonel Guy Carleton leads staff toward Rattlesnake tank for medical checks. Post-ride assessments follow the lengthy journey.
London officials say British policy remains noncommittal until Mexican elections are held. Sir Edward Grey and Ambassador Page agree on aims for lasting peace and recognize U S recognition of the provisional government as appropriate. Grey notes British interests in Mexico guide cautious balance with Wilson administration.
A decree by Provisional President Huerta increases import duties 50 percent effective October 28, following a 10 percent rise in July. Merchants race to use remaining days, while consumers fear further price jumps as exchange rates hover 2.70 to 2.80 pesos per dollar. Businesses foresee possible closures under the tightened conditions.
At the noon luncheon, San Antonio Automobile Club leaders confirmed the upcoming auto meet on November 20 with Alex Sloan of the Case team promising attendance. The club also announced the October 29 formal opening of the clubhouse addition and plans by the club women for a Chamber of Commerce gathering.
Chauncey J. Glover 61, secretary manager of the Waco Times-Herald, was found dead in his bathroom shortly after 6 pm. He had been in poor health for months and was a member of the Associated Press. Funeral set for 10 am tomorrow. Survived by his son Chauncey J. Glover Jr and two daughters.
Mrs. 8. Prince of Slayden convenes the state Negro Baptist convention with committees named and welcomes by Mrs. D. A. Langford and Miss Lou Ella McNeal. Dr. S. R. Prince delivers the introductory sermon as the session discusses annual addresses and secretary reports. Dr. H M Williams and Prof. W H Fuller speak at the women’s convention and educational fundraising targets are set.
President Wilson will visit the District of Columbia naval battalion and, as commander in chief, be welcomed with full honors aboard the unit. The deck has been transformed to resemble a battleship as he is piped ashore and escorted to the quarter deck to meet senior officers.
Lizzie Walker 57 died at her Duval Street home after a prolonged illness. Widow of R H Walker she had lived in Austin for years and is survived by daughter Hannah Raymond a sister A Fisher of Georgetown and brother Will L Vining secretary of the Chamber of Commerce.
A testimonial from Mrs. Bertha Sawyer in October 1912 describes a baby with a red rough skin condition affecting the face. After trying salves, she used Cuticura Soap and Ointment, reporting rapid improvement and complete recovery within three months. The ad promotes Cuticura products and free samples.
In New York the House of Deputies debated whether Southern Negroes should have separate churches, dioceses and bishops or sit in the House of Bishops with equal powers. The majority urged unity and rejected separate structure while a minority pressed for racial separation and independent episcopal authority.
Workmen at 306 West Commerce Street dig up relics suggesting a Mexican era military prison or gar rison once stood on the site. Findings include leg iron chain fragments a heavy six inch key cannon balls a gun stock portion and a petrified gun stock fragment near an ancient well. The property is owned by Hugh B ce.
Officers and members of several women’s groups gathered at the Chamber of Commerce to form a temporary committee led by Mrs. Mabel Massey Bates. They agreed to provide lunches for workers on the highway improvement day between San Antonio and Austin and plan details at a November 18 meeting.
The Kansas City horse show Wag reopened in Convention Hall after a six year suspension due to concerns the motor car was eroding horse popularity. Entries came from all parts of the country as organizers revived the event last night.
In Austin Texas collector Walker announced that the new Federal income tax begins March 1. An unofficial estimate places about 400 Austinites subject to the tax. The law imposes a graduated tax on annual incomes over 3000 dollars.
New York report says Hans Schmidt the priest who confessed to slaying and dismembering Anna Aumuller was sane at the time of the crime according to four alienists.
Advertises Ely's Cream Balm as a quick remedy for stuffed nose and head congestion. Promises relief from catarrh, headaches, and nasal discharge with immediate soothing effects and a morning clearance. Recommends buying a small bottle at drug stores and using it in nostrils for instant relief.
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