Labor law violations probe into federal contracts
In Washington the Central Labor Union opened an inquiry into alleged eight hour law breaches by government contractors and subcontractors on federal work. The American Federation of Labor will assist. Accused practices include nine or ten hour shifts and higher costs than government benchmarks. New ad promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic.
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Washington, D. C
Central Labor Union
American Federation of Labor
E. L. Tucker
Three Hurt in Auto Wreck Near Fort Worth
E S Pyle a Dallas salesman Mrs Sarah Martin a trained nurse and Harold Steffy a chauffeur were injured at midnight in an automobile crash and brought to Fort Worth for treatment as they were en route to Mineral Wells where a brother of Fyle runs a sanitarium.
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Fort Worth
Tex
E. S. Pyle
Dallas
Sarah Martin
Harold Steffy
Mineral Wells
Fyle
German Aviator Killed in Distance Prize Flight
Berlin report states Dr. Ringer, a German aviator, was killed during a distance prize attempt at Johannisthal field. He ascended at dawn and after a few miles his aircraft collapsed, plunging about 600 feet to the ground.
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Berlin
Ringer
Johannisthal
California Syrup of Figs touted as a cure for sick children
A medical ad urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to relief stomach and bowel problems in children. It claims rapid cleansing of sour waste and fermenting food, promoting a well and playful child. The bottle is highlighted with adults and babies in mind and warns against counterfeits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
California Fig Syrup Company
Fall Gowns At San Antonio Fashion Show On Sept 18
San Antonio merchants plan a single opening day September 18 to showcase the season's fashions. New York buyers describe tailored suits with Matlasses weaves, broadcloths, and pantaloon skirts, plus Oriental inspired evening dresses and fur trim. Major stores include Wolff Marx Joske Brothers Washer Brothers Emil Blum Saul Wolfson Edwards Millinery Jones Millinery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Great Eastern
San Antonio
Wolff & Marx
Joske Bros
Washer Bros
Emil Blum Company
Saul Wolfson
Edwards Millinery Company
Jones Millinery Company
Frank Falkstein
Joske Brothers
William J. Bagot
Mr. Bagot
A. C. Proll
Wolff & Marx Company
Fashion Notice on Fall Coats and Hats From Manchester
Fashion notes describe chiffon evening coats with pearls and cut steel in shades from rose to iridescent reds. Crepe white dresses paired with soft overcoats, and heavy silk crepe outfits are noted. Hats of all shapes praised, with small hats and new soft crowns favored. Accessories emphasize brocades, laces, velvets, and fur trimming.
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J. B. Edwards
Lloyd E. Baldwin
Saul Wolfson
Orient
Emil Blum
New York
Mr. August
General Rodriguez Named Fugitive on Dutch Island
Willemstad Curracao Sept 9 General Asuncion Rodriguez a Caracas backed partisan of ex President Castro of Venezuela is a fugitive with four followers at Buen Ayer a Dutch island off the Venezuelan coast Rodriguez headed the recent revolutionary movement against Gomez in the Oriente district
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Rodriguez
Willemstad
Curacao
Asuncion Rodriguez
Castro
Venezuela
Buen Ayer
Gomez
Oriente
Kendall County Fair Round Trip Rates Noted
San Antonio to Kendall County Fair priced at 750 for September 12 and 500 for September 13. The notices promote the event as the fairest fair in Texas with round trip options for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kendall County
Texas
San Antonio
Pope Thanked Visiting Athletes In Private Audience
Pope Pius XIII yesterday received the heads of foreign teams of athletes competing in Rome under the Catholic Athletic League. The pontiff thanked them for coming from distant countries and urged them to help spread the International Federation of Catholic Athletics.
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Rome
Pius
Catholic Athletic League
International Federation of Catholic Athletics
McGoorty and Klaus Set For 100-Pound Bout
Ed Die McGoorty of Oshkosh will meet Frank Klaus of Pittsburgh in a ten round no-decision boxing bout before a Milwaukee club on September 22. The match carries a 100 pound catch weight and starts at 3 oclock.
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McGoorty
Klaus
Milwaukee
Wis
Eddie McGoorty
Oshkosh
Frank Klaus
Pittsburg
Texas Wonder Kidney and Bladder Remedy Ad
Cures kidney and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes and rheumatism in men and women. Regulates children's bladder issues. Prompt mail order or by druggist. One bottle provides two months of treatment often curing. Send $1.00 to Dr. E W Halil 2026 Olive St St Louis MO for testimonials.
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Texas Wonder
Texas
E. W. Halil
Olive Street
St. Louis
Druggista
Adv
Human Butterflies Dazzle San Antonio with Aerial Ballet Act
The Ty-Bell sisters headline Ringling Brothers in San Antonio on September 27 with a first American tour price surpassing prior European earnings. The act features perilous aerial maneuvers on steel threads under electric lights, praised as ethereal and advanced, alongside a grand parade and the world’s most diverse troupe including the Alpine family and Klarkonians.
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San Antonio
Ringling Brothers’ Circus
Europe
England
America
la Fayettes
Directum I Matches World Pace Mark at Syracuse Grand Circuit
Directum I driven by Ryan tied the world record in the Glynn stake 2:05 pace by stopping the fourth heat in 2 02 1 4 at the Grand Circuit opening in Syracuse New York. The time also equalled the season fastest heat previously set by Braden Direct and Earl Jr. and matched Evelyn W. record.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Directum I
Ryan
Glynn
Rabb Returns With Job as Collector of Customs
Frank Rabb arrives from Washington as the new collector of customs for the Laredo Brownsville district. He heads to his Brownsville home and will be welcomed with a border-town reception, traveling via Corpus Christi to reach the spot on Thursday. He is joined by Edward S Brodix, who lobbied for agave textiles in the Lower Rio Grande valley.
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Frank Rabb
Laredo
Brownsville
Washington
Corpus Christi
Rabb
Edward 8. Brodix
Department of Agriculture
Rio Grande Valley
Houston
McAllister Favored in Rematch With Petrosky
San Francisco reports McAllister a slight betting favorite at 10 to 6 for the rematch with Sailor Petrosky after a draw, as supporters claim McAllister’s larger purse may sway odds despite Petrosky’s admirers remaining hopeful.
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San Francisco
Cal
Bob McAllister
Sailor Petrosky
McAllister
Petrosky
Recovered From Severe Lung Trouble
A testimonial ad promotes Eckman’s Alterative for throat and lung troubles. It cites a Denver homecoming recovery by Paul L. Fasnacht after hemorrhages in 1908 1909 and 1910, claiming weight gain and restored health. The ad claims wide experience and urges inquiries and a Philadelphia lab booklet.
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Eckman
Madison Lake
Minn
Denver
Colo
Michael Brody
Paul L
A. M. Fischer
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphia
Raleighs Lost Colony in Robeson County Mystery
An Elizabethan tale meets modern geography as a Southern Workman report links a Robeson County group in North Carolina to the lost Roanoke colonists. The piece traces White and Dare legends, cross marks, and claims English heritage through centuries of indigenous memory and language echoes.
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Robeson County
North Carolina
American
England
Sir Walter Raleigh
Roanoke Island
John White
Captain White
Eleanor
Ananias Dare
Virginia Dare
Roanoke
Council of War
Raleigh
White
Hatteras
Daly Named Head Coach for Army Football Squad
Lieutenant Charles Daly, former Harvard star and West Point alumnus, arrives at West Point to coach the Army football team this season. He supervised an hour of strenuous practice as the squad prepared for the season opener.
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Daly
West Point
N. Y
Charles Daly
Harvard
Army
Heine Peitz Named Pitching Coach for Blues
Kansas City club announces veteran catcher Heine Peitz will coach the pitchers for the local American Association team rather than serve as manager. John Savage, secretary of the club, confirmed the decision last night.
Census count shows city population split by gender
A March census recorded a total population of 68,000 with 48,153 males and 19,847 females, detailing the gender balance in the town.
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Beacon Shoe
Alamo Plaza
RTL
Ewen
Grove
Martin. Wright
Bedell
Ave. C. Crockett
Charles Rees
Houston ST
Princess Theater
Carter
Victor Victrola
Ippman
St. Mary’s and
Commerce Streets
Victor
Victor Talking Machine Co
Camden, N. J
Smokey Joe
Manchester
Joe Wood
Boston Red Sox
Wood
Leonard
Foley
Aeco
Fischer Drug Ca— v
Trios. Goggan & Bros
Houston and Navarro Sts
Ringling
Job
Victrola
East
Houston Street
Dr. C
Moffett
Jefferson Medical College
C.J. Moffett Medicine Co
St. Lewis
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