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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1918

Page

3

Resinol Ointment Heals Common Skin Irritations

Resinol Ointment helps heal minor skin irritations that can worsen if neglected. A single pimple or blotch can mar the face, and itching eczema or similar ailments cause discomfort and misery.

Germany Financed Bolsheviks and Aimed to Control Russia

Washington dispatch details how the German Imperial Bank funded the Bolshevik movement and planned economic control of Russia during and after the war. It notes Lenine and Trotsky were aided by Germany, with documents showing Reichs Bank and German staff notations. The report cites notes by Edgarison and outlines German aims to bar Allied access to Russian commerce, with references to Stockholm, January warnings, and the evolving impact of American aid on the war.

Washington, D. C German Imperial Bank Gerrman Russia Secoml Reichs Bank Lenine Trotsky Germany Russi New Democratic Teutons Edgar Ison Committee On Public Information Teielis Gank Iitmoranda Ated Stockholm Red Guards Sgi Nia Vitulivestol Reiel auQines Amorienn Tow Levine

German editorial laments Germany's struggle and discouragement

Copenhagen dated Berlin Tidende editorial notes bitter fighting against discouragement in Germany. The piece comments on the nation's morale and the sense of struggle during difficult days. The report cites international dispatches and reflects concern over Germany's internal resolve.

Tomion ‘Times Service San Antonio Philadelphia Pailie Ledger the Public Ledger Co Copenhagen Berlingske Tidende Germany

Marine Corps Lt Chamberlain Nominated for Captaincy

Washington reports Lieutenant J. G. Chamberlain of the Marine Corps who aided British air units in shooting down five aircraft and forcing a sixth to land, rescuing a French colonist and capturing a German prisoner, is recommended for captaincy and the congressional medal. He is from San Antonio Texas and was off duty near the British front when the actions occurred. His report notes he fought after his engine failed and he had few rounds left.

San Antonio Texas Drenor Chamberlain Swift & Coos

Bones of fliER found near Verdide River in Florida

The skeleton of a man identified as We Crowe of Parkershire West Virginia, a student aviator missing since December 26, was found Friday near Verdide River by naval personnel and boats. A plane linked to Crowe’s flight from the local naval air training station was recovered. Fishermen determined his age.

Pensacola Fla We. Crowe Parkershire W. Va Avaiter Naval and Borses Crowe Naval Air Training Station

What Is Rheumatism Why Suffer From It

An old advertisement promotes 8, 8, 8. blood purifier as a cure for rheumatism. It claims the disease stems from saturated blood poisons and insists only a vegetable remedy can drive toxins from the system. Free medical advice is offered through a physician reference.

Society Notes Quiet Week As Local Clubs Meet

Monday night the Woman s Auxiliary of the First Presbyterian plans a program in church parlors. The Bexar County Unit of the Woman s Committee of the Council of National Defense holds its annual business meeting at the Gunter Ballroom. Circle of the Central Christian Church meets at 9 o clock at Wolff and Marx. The Madison Square Presbyterian Christian Endeavor Society hosts an event in the church assembly house. Mrs Jack George and daughter Anne Whitabeth of Berelair are guests of Judge Phil Shook for a month. Mrs W J Lytle and children return from a motor trip to Corpus Christi. Lieut Charles Montagne of Corpus Christi visits his mother Mrs Laura Montague. Mrs J P Barclay and daughter Eleanor, recently in Battle Creek, Mich, stop in Chicago before returning home. Mrs DeWitt Reed and Miss Alice Jones arrive back from Corpus Christi. Misses Annie Bess Moore and Marie Gurns plan to leave for Austin for the rushing season at Zeta Hall. Mrs I of McNeil and children return from Louisiana. The Kelly Field Hostess House staff hosts a tea on Wednesday September 18 at the hostess house to honor Miss Hetty Wood. Staff member Mrs Cora director, Miss Grace Swope wife to Mrs Milfred Bale business secretary. An informal musical program is planned for the runoan and all civilian friends of Miss Woods are invited.

Kelly Field Rasa Hetty Wood Cora Grace — Swope Wifetoeria Milfred Z. Bale Woods

Six Killed in Wreck at Chicago Grade Crossing

Six men died and several were injured when a freight train collided with a crowded street car at a Chicago grade crossing on Saturday. Crews were detained for explanations. a wagon and a truck were struck, the horse killed, and rescuers needed hours to remove bodies and survivors. Lieutenant Eastwood, an inspector, was among the injured as physicians administered aid.

Chicago wWeipal Tinto Eastwood Aris Erdag Theen

Help for Preachers Fund Raised at Travis Park

Approximately seven hundred dollars was collected at Sunday forenoon services at Travis Park Methodist Church for Methodist preachers in drought affected West Texas. Rev CL Wesley Weddell led the appeal citing poverty and missed ministerial collections. The fund will be sent to the relief coordinator in San Angelo to be distributed to those most in need. The Boys program at the juvenile court and probation department featured talks on safety and loyalty with music and readings. Gamma Sigma Chi hosted a Black and Gold themed dance at Miss Travel Mackenfils residence with several local youths in attendance.

Travis Park Methodist Church CL Wesley Weddell West Texas Man Wil Tabor STOO Relef Angelo Council of Mothers Uesar County J. Vaiandinglimm They Mugh McLellan ET. Stiter Irene Hugmann Pearl Joplin Trof Cop. Clark J. Benkendorfer May van ‘Teele Myo Mrx Ross Bowles Earle Vantlandingham Superitendent Eddins Gamma Sigma Chi Miss Travel Mackenfils West Summit Avene Hazel Robertson Stoll Strickoth Elizabeth Hasek Ueleo Gaither Ahnareen Fredicks Adeline Jordan Fy Ptelis Gregory Ducile Weisell Gravey Kessler Hazel

Majority of Men Registered Are 33 Years Old

Registration statistics show that men aged 33 form the largest group among registrants. Board officials view this as favorable for October calls and for ease in processing September registrants.

Wen Draft Board San Antonio San Antonio Resistants Who Filled Out Their Cards In Other Cities. Board Now SSG Chis Board BTA

Change for the Better Kemp Lex.-Mrs Minnie Cheek Cardui testimonial

Mrs Minnie Cheek of Kemp reports relief from side pains and fatigue after using Cardui the woman’s tonic. She says one to two bottles improved her condition, built up her system, and led to ongoing health improvement. The notice promotes Cardui as a safe vegetable tonic for women and urges trial by readers.

Kemp Lex Minnie Cheek Cardui Oie Cardus

Soldier shot twice in attack at 135 Liver Avenue

Soldier VT B Ward was shot five times by a pistol at 9 o clock on Sunday morning. He suffered two wounds to the left side and right forearm and was taken to base hospital Bravis. Houston resident W W Green, 26, was arrested after arriving in the city. Assault to murder charge filed and to be referred to county authorities.

B. Ward Liver Avenue Ww. Green Houston Exus Morreil, Craw and Burtoer Ward

Will Back Gonzales In Mexican Presidency

Moxico City reports a published statement quoting President Carranza saying he will not seek re election but will support Gen Pablo Gonzales for the presidency. Gonzales, though reportedly German linked, is seen as favoring Mexico’s entry into the war with the Allies. Obregon and Aleman of Yucatan are also named as possible opponents.

Moxico City Carranza Pablo Gonailes Pablo Gongales Mexico Alvaro Obregon Salvador Ale Yario Yucatan Gon

Calotabs Promises Gentle Liver Cleansing Remedy

Calotabs is promoted as a modern replacement for calomel offering liver cleansing without nausea or vomiting. A single nightly tablet with water is claimed to purify the system by morning and restore appetite, with no diet restrictions. Sold as the original prepared package at thirty five cents.

Special Building Permit Rule Hurts San Antonio Housing Plans

San Antonio officials protest a Washington circular restricting new construction without a written permit. Exemptions cover government projects repairs under 2500 dollars railroads and energy sites highways and road improvements. Local secretary John B Carrington warns halted housing endangers winter plans as military and war work bring workers and families to the city.

John B. Carrington Chamber of Commerer Priorities Division War Industry Board Washington Carrington Pines Federal Highway Commissioners San Antonio Bureau of Industrial Housing

Cabinet changes in Austria Hungary and Germany foreseen

London Times reports from Vienna say Austro Hungarian discussions point to changes in leading positions in Germany and Austria Hungary. Rumors mention Von Hertling’s retirement and Solf poised to succeed, with Kerberger and Scheidemann to join the government, though no definite decisions have been made.

London Times San Antonio Philadelphia Public Ledger The Public Ledger Hague Sept Vienna Staats, Leipziger Tageblatt House of Deputies Went Admiral von Tlintae Germany Austrin Hungary von Ertling Vr. Solf Berlin Kerberger Scheidemann Messische Aeitung

Propaganda Aims to Forcibly Remove Mexican Laborers

In Bexar County agents push claims that Mexican laborers receiving army allotments must quit, a lie refuted by James M. Waire of the Chamber of Commerce and John B. Carrington, with Vance clarifying that allotments do not affect employment.

Ges Jan Bexar County James M. Waire Farm Bureau The Chamber of Commerce Vance John B. Carrington

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