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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1913

Page

2

Vitalitas touted by Dallas man for 25 pound gain

H B Hart of 2400 Harwood Street Dallas reports Vitalitas boosted his weight by 25 pounds in four weeks after long malaria illness. He credits rapid recovery to the tonic and notes it helped his overall health. The advertisement claims broad curative powers for digestive and organ ailments and promotes sampling at Wagner Drug Store, 407 East Houston Street.

H. B. Hart Harwood Street Dallas Vitalitas Wagner Drug Store East Houston Street

Lutherans Purchase Farmer Tuberculosis Sanitarium

A transfer recorded yesterday shows the Farmer Tuberculosis Sanitarium on San Fernando Street bought by local Lutheran denominations for 30000 dollars. Charles F. Beitel provided a morree donation, with strong support from St. John's and Grace Lutheran churches and backing from the Lutheran synods of Iowa and Ohio. The institution will continue operations with new officers, Rev. P. F. Hein as superintendent, and Miss Alice Henninger of Chicago as head nurse. It will serve patients of all denominations.

San Fernando Street Charles F. Beitel St. John’s Grace Lutheran Iowa Ohio P. F. Hein Sanitarium Board Alice Henninger Chicago Francis Willard Hospital

Dainty Beauty Prompted by Riveris Talcum Ad

An antique advertisement promotes Lehn & Fink's Riveris Talcum as a pure fluffy powder for delicate skin. It claims cooling effects in warm weather and a subtle fragrance after bath and dressing, urging readers to ask their druggist for the product in a large glass jar with sprinkler top.

Lehn & Fink

Wilson Returns to Washington From Cornish

President Wilson arrived at the White House after a late train from Cornish New Hampshire. The administration currency bill and tariff differences progress through Congress suggest a possible signature next week. Officials weigh a congratulatory message to Mexico City on its independence anniversary and Huerta government implications. Secretary Bryan and Secretary McAdoo meet with the president on Mexico and Boston port affairs.

Washington, D. C Wilson Cornish N. H White House House Senate Mexico City Huerta International Congress Bryan Mexico McAdoo Boston

New La Republica Daily Initiated by San Antonio Conservatives

Constitutionalist supporters in San Antonio launch La Republica a bilingual daily to present their cause to Americans. Francisco Escudero will report Washington developments, Rafael Martinez directs, Vicente Ramirez runs the paper, Jorge A. Orozco is administrator. Writers include Jose Ugarte Carlos M Samper Heriberto Frias Federico Gonzales Garza Jose Vasconcelo Isidro Fabela and Ramon Puente at 2809 West Commerce Street.

Constitutionalists San Antonio la Republica Washington Francisco Escudero Rafael Martinez Vicente Ramirez

Liked School Exhibits At International Congress

Paul Scholz of the San Antonio School Board says the Buffalo exhibit on modern school buildings appliances and equipment was the most interesting part of the Fourth International Congress of School Hygiene. He attended with Mrs Atlee Ayres and Dr A Caswell Ellis and later toured New York City before returning.

Buffalo Paul Scholz San Antonio New York City California Mr. Scholz Congress

Baby Born in Panama Canal Zone Interest Here

A daughter was born yesterday to Lieutenant and Mrs. N. A. Wells. The child’s arrival was cabled to Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Rossy. Lieutenant Wells is currently stationed at Camp E. A. Otis in the Panama Canal Zone.

Canal Zone Panama Canal Zone N. A. Wells L. J. Rossy Wells Camp E. A. Otis

Alabama normal schools to revamp course of study

The course of study in Alabama normal schools is to be radically changed to include such subjects as rural sociology biology domestic science domestic art library methods school gardening and agriculture.

Alabama Normal Schools

Counterfeiting probe links Schmidt to dentist Muret in New York

New York investigators tie Rev Hans Schmidt to counterfeiting schemes as they arrest Dr Ernest A Muret a dentist after finding a fully equipped dark room in a 134th street flat and counterfeit bills. Bertha Zeck the maid and a boy witness may shed further light on the case as Chief Flynn launches broader probes.

New York Schmidt George Miller Muret Miller Bertha Zech Farrat Detective Bureau Feinberg William Flynn Secret Service Faurot St. Nicholas Avenue Mary Bowye 134Th Street Bertha Zeck Bradhurst Avenue Anna Aumuller Dr. Muret Berlin The Dental Protective Association of Chicago

Auto Club Discusses Bright Fall Racing Meet

San Antonio Automobile Club members at the Gunter hotel luncheon heard Dr. W. A. Hering and R. W. Carr outline plans for a major fall auto racing meet. Promoters expect entries from four Indianapolis contestants and hope to attract Barney Oldfield and prominent teams including Mason, Case, and Mercer. A meeting with the Chamber of Commerce is set to discuss purses while pledges for new clubhouse additions are collected.

W. A. Hering R. W. Carr San Antonio The Automobile Club R. T. Pruitt Chamber of Commerce Frederick J. Fielding H. E. Heilbron Hering

Obituaries of Moss Molsberger and Hodge in San Antonio

Albert Moss 33 traveling salesman died at a local hospital. Annie Molsberger 22 died at her mother's home. Anna Hodge 26 died at home on Culebra road. Moss and Molsberger families listed survivors. Funeral details reference Sloan Hagg and Guerra Undertaking. locations include Roselawn and city cemetery No. 3.

Moss Albert Moss Decatur San Antonio Seventh Street Sloan & Hagg Barber St. John’s Episcopal Church Roselawn Molsberger Annie Molsberger William Molsberger Burleson Street William Alex Olga Molsberger Woodmen Circle Hodge Anna Hodge Culebra Oklahoma Guerra Undertaking Company City Cemetery No

Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles

TheTexas Wonder claims to cure kidney and bladder problems including gravel diabetes and rheumatism for men and women. It advertises relief for children’s bladder issues and offers mail order with a one dollar price for a two month treatment. Dr BE Hall in St Louis lists as the seller.

Texas Wonder Texas BE. W. Hall Olive Priet St. Louis

Thousands of Americans Celebrate Independence Day Amid Desert Rescue

Telegraphed celebrations unfold as families of Joseph Shone and Thomas Taylor reach safety at Mariposa ranch after being stranded near Puerto Carrizo. Federals released the men to return to their families, and a large crowd of soldiers and refugees mark Independence Day with no anti-American sentiment observed.

Joseph Shone Thomas Taylor Puerto Carrizo Mariposa Ranch

Americans Reach Saltillo Safely After Abduction Report

About a hundred American refugees seized by Constitutionalists while traveling from Torreon to Saltillo reached Saltillo in safety after camping west of the city Sunday night. Messengers from Vice Consul John R. Silliman found them, and they arrived late yesterday afternoon without serious mishaps.

Mexico City Torreon Saltillo John R. Silliman

Carranza Arrives in Hermosillo to Ease Sonora Strife

Gen Venustiano Carranza arrived in Hermosillo with 2000 Constitutionalist troops to resolve internal Sonora disputes. Mexican officials say 3000 federal troops will mobilize at Juarez, with Generals Mercado and Castro to lead the forces and transfer of the second military zone’s headquarters to Juarez.

EL Paso Tex Venustiano Carranza Hermosillo Sonora Hugh L. Scott United States Army Nogales Ariz Carranza Juarez Mexico Chihuahua Salvator Mercado International Boundary Mexican War Department Mercado Francisco Castro

Suit seeks recovery of five million dollars in currency

Luis Mesa Gutierrez files suit in Del Rio Texas against Captain G W Biegler United States Army to recover five million Constitutional currency seized at Eagle Pass The action tests whether nonmunitions paper money can be detained without due process of law Samuel Belden of San Antonio represents Gutierrez The plaintiff argues currency exportation violates no statute and claims deprivation of constitutional rights without due process of law.

Ammunition Hidden in Lard Cans Seized at Border

Customs inspectors in Brownsville Texas seized ten thousand rounds of ammunition concealed in seven sealed lard cans carried by a Mexican cartman attempting to cross the international bridge. The cans appeared intact with only three inches of lard showing on top. The cartman said he was hired to haul lard from a private residence to Matamoros and claimed he did not know the contents.

Brownsville Tex International Bridge Matamoros

137 Refugees on Vessel Off Lower California Coast

A radiogram from the auxiliary cruiser Buffalo reports 137 refugees aboard the vessel off the Lower California coast. Among them seven are German and two are British. they all originated from Yaqui river territory. The Buffalo is expected in San Diego late today. The transport Buford, sent to Mexican ports to repatriate refugees, arrived at Guaymas yesterday and will move to Topolobampo after a brief stop.

San Diego Cal Buffalo California Yaqui River Buford Guaymas Topolobampo

American Held in Prison After Juarez Arrest

John Bookshire, an American refugee from Madera Chihuahua, was arrested in Juarez Sunday night as a spy while visiting the town after fleeing Madera in obedience to President Wilson's call for Americans to leave the republic. He remains confined at the Federal prison in El Paso Texas.

EL Paso Tex John Bookshire Madera Chihuahua Juarez Wilson Republic

Diaz Celebrates 84th Birthday in Biarritz Banquet

General Porfirio Diaz former president of Mexico celebrated his 84th birthday with a banquet in Biarritz attended by 25 intimate friends. Guests included his son Porfirio Diaz Jr. and his nephew General Felix Diaz who will stay for some time in Europe. Diaz appeared in excellent health for his age.

Diaz Celene Biarritz Ept Porfirio Diaz Mexico Europe Porfirio Diaz Jr Felix Diaz

Quiet Day Observed in Brownsville and Matamoros

Quiet celebrations mark Mexican Independence Day in Brownsville and Matamoros with local residents participating. A military presence accompanies the observances amid ceremonial activities and community gatherings.

Brownsville Tex Matamoros

Constitutionalist Parade in Matamoros and Rains Delay Troop Move

A parade of Constitutionalist soldiers took place in Matamoros with General Blanco to review the troops in the late afternoon. Prominent Constitutionalists are to speak tonight as Colonel Cesario Castro plans to depart Matamoros for the south Thursday with 700 men, a delay caused by rains.

Matamoros Blanco Cesario Castro

Need Warm Clothing for Sick Charity Patient

Mrs. Sadie Haley of the Associated Charities seeks at least three suits of warm woolen underwear for a very ill woman under the charity’s care who will soon be sent to the Carlsbad sanitarium. She lacks adequate clothing to meet entrance requirements and awaits arrangements. The text also mentions unrelated notes on wireless longitude mapping and Tasmanian apple orchard yields.

Carlbad Sanitarium Sadie Haley The Associated Charities Carlsbad Sanitarium

California Syrup of Figs Promoted as Quick Child Remedy

A home health note urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for coated tongues and constipation in children. It claims a teaspoon clears waste, improves appetite, and restores energy, warning to avoid counterfeit syrups and to choose the 50 cent bottle by the California Fig Syrup Company with full directions.

California California Fig Syrup Company

Victim in Critical Condition After Park Attack

Fred Lewis, 20, an employee of the St. Anthony hotel, was stabbed in Travis park at about 11:30 last night and is in critical condition at P and 8 Hospital. He was attacked from behind, struck in the shoulder and knifed near the lungs, then beaten in the face as he fled. no suspect description exists. Lewis died shortly after arriving at the hospital, lapsing into unconsciousness. Police found no trace of the assailant.

Fred Lewis St. Anthony Travis Park Lewis J. B. Wairin Taylor Street

Merchant Defends Styles for Women in San Antonio Visit

J. A. Rawley of St. Louis, lace and chiffon dealer, arrives in San Antonio and stays at the Menger hotel. He criticizes public condemnation of current women’s fashions and notes judges and newspapers alike attack the styles.

J. A. Rawley St. Louis San Antonio Menger Hotel

Births and an Import of Camels Highlight Local Notes

A sequence of birth notices lists new babies for families including Elsner Pytel Breit States and Shacklett with addresses across the city. The second item notes Argentina importing camels from the Canary Islands for agricultural experiments in unsuitable horse and oxen regions.

Argentina Canary Islands

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Dallas Han Mr. Hart Lutheran Church Charles Rees Houston ST Princess Theater Dentiot WIN Priest Auto Club RAGE A Collman Ady Emul Carlsbad Belgian Congo Tasmania Merchant Adolph O. Elsner Forrest Avenue H. J. Pytel East Lachappelle Street M. Breit Jones Avenue C. J. States Cooper Street W. A. Shacklett Convent Street Beacon Shoes F. M. HOYT s# TOE CO Beacon Shoe ST Alamo Plaza
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