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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1916
Page
6
The French army develops methods to reduce casualties by precise preparation and a moving curtain of shells. Artillery coordinates via infantry airplanes report progress and obstacles to gunners, enabling continuous shelling 200 to 300 yards ahead of advancing troops. Shortages of long-range 210mm guns remain a problem.
An advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Wafers promising clear skin and a lily complexion by improving blood health. It urges readers to send for a free trial package to stop acne buildup.
War dogs aided Belgian ambulance corps and refugees, carrying dispatches and dragging machine guns into action. Stories recount Artemis the Belgian dog and other heroic canines who saved lives, warned of danger, and inspired families, with praise from war correspondents and a note on Queen Wilhelmina.
Berlin reports show broad press consensus that postwar Germany must move from oligarchy to a democratic system with a monarch serving the people. Stresemann proposes direct Reichstag involvement and a parliamentary council, provoking outrage from conservative outlets led by Hindenburg’s allies.
An ad promotes at home dry cleaning for women using two ounces of Solvite in two gallons of gasoline. It claims bright, fresh results for ribbons silks satins laces gloves furs dresses and more with no fading shrinking or pressing. Do it outdoors away from fire with windows open.
Dr. K. Ukita in Taiyo argues Britain must join Japan if war with the United States occurs. He proposes canceling the arbitration clause that excludes England from the alliance, maintaining India defense at risk to Britain but aligning English policy with Japan to reduce tensions.
A Sporting Times item notes two puzzled Frenchmen arguing over skirts and mustaches. One claims the figures cannot be men or women, while the other retorts they are the famed Middlesex regiment. The scene arises near a village in France with Highland troops nearby.
A Louisville Courier Journal fragment notes a summer boarder asking why he cannot enter his room and a hired man hinting the winter use of rooms, followed by a short promotional line about Harlandale Baths now open.
Paris reports Henri Rochette the so called boy financier once linked to $30 to $40 million swindles and the Calmette murder case will be brought to trial again. Detailing his rise from barber shop apprentice to banker and his escapes from law Rochette's 1908 arrest and 1911 appeals are noted as new action looms.
An ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as the fastest safest stomach regulator. It claims five minute relief from indigestion dyspepsia gas heartburn sourness and bloating, with a money back guarantee on a fifty cent case.
Henry Ford cites a peculiar compliment during a peace argument in Dearborn. A farm scene features a book agent at a farmhouse door and his wife in a buggy, conversing with young Tommy about his age as the boy insists he is nine, prompting a flustered retort about supposed dirtiness and a humorous misread.
A witty quip recalls an Arkansas editor who confronted a burglar without weapons. After a lengthy struggle the editor managed to overpower the intruder, securing the scene before the burglary could progress.
Major Howard L. Laubach, Nine teenth Infantry, organized a civilians training camp at Fort Sam Houston last June. He reports the government will refund $15 per man for subsistence and cover railroad fares for those from distant locations. Over twenty men cannot be reached and some have declined refunds. others must accept as funds were appropriated.
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