War talk dominates party campaigns for Congress
Washington Sept 14 optimistic party leaders concede unknown outcomes in upcoming elections. Democrats led by Ferris and Republicans led by Foss claim aims to win the next House, with Foss seeking to curb Democratic Senate gains and Ferris predicting a safe Democratic margin. Both sides tout a win-the-war platform and vow full support for war measures, reflecting a rare cross-party unity in the campaign. Primary results hint at subdued issues as voters align with presidential war policies and lawmakers pledge loyalty to administration wishes.
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Washington, D. C
Representative Ferris
Democratic Congressional Committee
Representative Fass
Republican Committee
Foss
Senate
Ferris
Wilson
Varduman
Mississippi
Hardwick
Georgia
Local Hardware Store Promotes Deep Cuts on Galvanized Goods
An Appalachia style sale advertises large shipments of new goods with wholesale-like prices on galvanized tubs and pails, oil cans, lard cans, and percolators. It touts heavy discounts on guns, hunting coats, screen wire, and window frames, claiming items are offered at about one third to half price. It lists numerous items with bargain prices and emphasizes quick sale of remaining stock.
Inauguration of New Delivery System at Our Store
Inauguration of New Delivery System with special bargains displayed in windows. We will outfit NEW CARS with all extras. Deliveries will be made training only from 8 to 1 6 oclock.
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Edison
Republican Leaders Predict Large House Majority In Next Congress
In remarks from Representative Perris to the press, Republicans praise wartime unity and endorse veterans with clean records while opposing war critics. Foss, as Republican Congressional Committee chair, argues against an inconclusive peace and urges no let up after American troops reach German soil. He cites Watson’s peace without victory and counters claims against President Wilson and the Democratic party.
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Senate
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Missouri
Illinois
Ohio
Couese
House
Republican Party
Voss
Germany
Preent Watson
America
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Wilson
Democratic Party
Draft status of Texas infantry regiments clarified
Washington announced that Texas guard infantry regiments face draft until their units are inducted into federal service, while existing cavalry regiments in federal service are exempt. Inspections proceed as regular army officers review companies in San Antonio and El Paso Del Rio, with induction expected before the draft begins. Major Bell toured El Paso and Del Rio for federal recognition of those companies.
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Texas
Washington
Regular Army
Bell
Seventh
Final naturalization petitions filed at district court term
The weekly naturalization period closed with petitions filed Friday and Saturday. Names include Fred born in Mundeteck Germany 1925. J. Schank from Baselstadt Switzerland 1879. Andrew Royeszar of Nyastya Hungary 1885. Mars Anna Stachewitz of Hrakexheo Germany 111. Julio Vena of Santa Rogalia Chihuahua Mexico 185. Valeriano Salomo of Belize Central America 1908. Frank J Sehliether of Underkochen Germany. Joe F Seholz of Breslau Germany 1883. two declarations of intention by Joseph Martino Sicily Italy 891 and Louis Crevelli Milano Italy. and others listed with varied birthplaces and years.
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United States
Eyidink
Twelack
A. J. Campbell Wishues
Fred
Mundeteck
Germ
Kercher
Culberson Street
Orth
Germarrrived
J. Schank
Forgeson Avenue
Baselstadt
Switzerland
Andrew Royeszar
Nolan Street
Nyastya
Hungary
Mars
Anna Stachewitz
Narogdoches Street
Hrakexheo
Germany
Julio Vena
South Laredo Stree Santa
Rogalia
Chihuahua
Mexico
Ter van Heivek
Lavaca Street
Magdeburg
SMG
Peter Marechal
San Lui Street
Sabinas
Hidal#6
Valeriano Salomo
Pecos Street
Belize
Tonduras
Central America
Frank J. Sehliether
Hackberry Street
Victoria Street
Milano
Italy
Ceany
Civil Service Exams Open in San Antonio for Messengers
Public notice lists exam dates September 15 and 19 for clerks and a messenger girl post, with pay scales from 4200 to 1000 annually and rapid promotion potential. Opportunities include canning inspection, electrician helper, gas inspector, automobile mechanic in Washington, surveyor, and stenographer roles, open to men and women with language qualified clerks and varied salaries.
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San Antonio
Civil + Vice Commission
Stark
Washington, D. C
Fteansifman
Tanlac credited with curing Patton’s rheumatism tale
Charles J Schero of Cabot Arkansas recalls his 20 year Rheumatism battle and liver trouble, praising Tanlac for restoring his health. He says he gained weight sleep returns and appetite improves, and his wife also benefits as she starts Tanlac. Schero served in the U S Navy and shares wartime patrol experiences in British waters.
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Patton
Cabot
Arkansas
Watton
Rains County
Texas
Osamg
Muscogee County
Oklahoma
Ime
Lanlac
Tanlace
Tanlac
San Antonio
Wagner
Meier
Mayor Proclaims Clean-Up Week in San Antonio
San Antonio mayor proclaims a six day Clean-Up Week starting Monday to encourage residents and organizations to reclaim salvageable materials and beautify streets and public spaces following Governor Hobby’s statewide initiative.
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San Antonio
Texas
Bell
Tobby
Amd Daiwa
Sam Cl Belt
Hobby
Singing Pershing Song At San Antonio Park Concert
The San Antonio Municipal Band will feature Where Do We Go From Here and Onward Christian Soldiers at Brackenridge Park Sunday night. The program includes Star Spangled Banner, Overture Psabella, selections from operas, dances, marches, and mass singing led by Gr Bernard Chichester with J Saverwein acting director.
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Brackenridge Park
San Antonio
St. Mihiel
Oyern
E. Waltcietfer
Mree
Henry Volf
Edward Jones
Morris
Sheppard
Iris of
Auietien
Ream
Brigade Band to Play at Sunday Concert by Denet Brigade
The With Devt Brigade Band will give a Sunday morning concert at the brigade headquarters. Soloists include Oriental Daneu and Love Sour Aloah faye, with selections such as Overature-DH d Moon. Family and friends of the men in the brigade are invited to attend.
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Devt
Denet
Wil Toyees
New York Regiment
Ceerecell
Bayer
Hsushone
John Bitewa
Saloist Oriental Daneu
Tadher Walhta
OFP
May transfer cases to relieve clogged district docket
Lacordey to relieve the heavily loaded Bhivhy seventh District Court. Meshal seeks transfer of a member to the Porty-fifth District Court. A statement by MeAskill shows 759 criminal cases pending in the thirty-seventh District Court, including 25 for minor felonies and 30 for statutory offenses, with about 2500 indictments expected in October.
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Lacordey
Coury
AL Meshal
Porty
Netlea
Dudge
Wee Me MeAskill
Bern
Esnand
Haring
Tigloe
Weeee
Leisuyre
Home Complexion Peeler Works Wonders
An old trading remedy claims to renew facial skin by nightly wax application that removes dead skin and reveals healthier beneath. The mercolinal wax, sold in original packaging at drug stores, is described as a harmless yet effective wonder worker.
Deputies Seek Men Wanted on Felony Charges in Three Cities
Deputies went to Monroe Louisiana Fort Clark and Laredo Saturday night to return men under arrest who are wanted there on felony charges. One case involved a theft of an automobile and money from Stanley Newding 1105 Medina Street another involved a soldier accused of stealing an automobile owned by C H Kincade King William Street and a third man faced a statutory charge.
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Monroe
Stanley Newding
Medina Street
C.J. Rothenflue
Fort, Clark
C. H. Kincade
King William Street
A. Diaz
Laredo
Good Bar
Piumbing Co
Travis
Advay
Salvation Army to dedicate Camp Travis Hut in San Antonio
The Salvation Army Hut at Victor Street and Austin Road near Parade Rest west of Camp Travis will be dedicated on Thursday evening September 29. Brigadier General Wood leads the Western territory delegation from Chicago. Mayor Sam Bel t presides. Col RR Williams and 19th Infantry band participate with a Star Spangled Banner and a concert. The two story hut houses 400 seating, 14 rooms, and facilities for soldiers families and officers in charge Adjutant and Mrs W I Hickman. This is Texas third Salvation Army Hut and largest to date.
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Salvation Army
Victor Street
Austin Road
Parade Rest
Cap Travis
Ollock
Wood
Southwest
San Antonio
Chomis Still
Chicago
Sam OC. Belt
RR. C. Williams
19Th Infantry
United States Army
19Th Infantry Band
Dev. CG
McStrnavick
Eeg
Leonard
Salvation Army Offic Cerk
Mra
Texas
Learn French Hymn at Brackenridge Park Event
Community Singing Association plans to learn Le Marseillaise in French for a Paris Orchestra appearance on October 29. A 60 member chorus will rehearse at Brackenridge Park Sunday evening, led by David Griffin with Kelly Field quartet members assisting. The performance includes solos by the singers and aims for a polished French rendition.
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Paris
Community Singing Association
Brackenridge Park
America
David Griffin
Post
Kelly Wield
the Park
Kelly Field
WP. Talbert
Fred He Brown
EH. G. Hismann
George Delaker
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