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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1918
Page
9
The Washington Herald quotes a joke about a man who jokes that a tattooed sweetheart on his friend's arm leads to an accidental marriage. The quip reflects light social humor on romantic missteps and consequences.
Mrs. A. Fritts of Coal Creek Tennessee shares her experience with Thedford's Black-Draught as a remedy after measles and diarrhea in her five year old son James. She says it saved his life, took it three times daily for a month, and that they keep it as their doctor. The drug is described as a pure vegetable liver medicine aiding liver and bowels and easing constipation and indigestion.
Amsterdam dispatch reports Germany’s propaganda acknowledging a difficult war situation while denouncing German pessimism. An interview with a Cologne Gazette writer quotes a Western Front officer saying Allies seek a political victory to erode morale and that Germany must endure until the last American unit is broken. The officer warns against panic and urges steadfast defense and resolve.
In San Antonio residents praise Doan's Kidney Pills with home testimonials. A barber J. Tureand cites back soreness and kidney pains relieved quickly after using Doan's. The ad claims nationwide use in 8800 towns and urges buyers to demand Doan's Kidney Pills from dealers.
A method claims four ounces of plain liquid arvon dissolves dandruff when applied at night. After morning typically all dandruff is gone and repeated uses promise complete destruction of flakes. Scalp itching stops and hair becomes fluffy, glossy, and soft.
A wartime voice argues for continued resistance, insisting no peace would be acceptable unless achieved through victory. The speaker warns surrender would prompt harsher terms and emphasizes sacrifice for life and children’s bread. Reports hint German morale weakening despite propaganda.
Ten people die in a Newark New Jersey button factory fire on Tuesday trapping workers in a cloak room on the top floor. Nine others are injured as flames cut off escape routes and a girl jumps from a window seeking safety. mayor vows grand jury and prosecutor investigation.
An old advertisement promotes Bisulated Magnesia for dyspepsia indigestion heartburn belching sour stomach and gas. A teaspoonful in hot water after meals is said to be pleasant harmless and provide instant relief by neutralizing acidity and aiding digestion. Sold by druggists everywhere.
A Special Cable reports that in August the Independent Royal Air Force conducted raids on 21 German towns and numerous air stations. Bombs totaling over 100 tons targeted railways and factory sites from Cologne to Frankfurt, Metz Sablon, and Thionville, signaling a wide impact on strategic transport and war industry.
Special Cable reports British air ministry views on strategic bombing in World War I. It compares British and German tactics, notes emphasis on military targets, and cites Royal Air Force raids on Metz and nearby rail hubs across May June and July.
Special Cable from The Chicago Daily News notes German high command seeks to lift soldier morale by better rations and cooking. Despite heavy British offensives, Germans counterattack with vigor along key fronts, though some units like the Lions of Cambrai remain embattled. Duisburg and Essen show signs of strain as Kaiser's visits aim to calm Krupp workers while front-line conditions remain tense.
A Duisburg observer reports severe dysentery spreading through the city, with four deaths in a single house last week. The Rhine port town suffers as civilians cite bad war conditions and rising disease, aided by warnings from Rheine Und Ruger Avitung.
Provost Marshal General Crowder announced orders to legalize voluntary induction of registrants into the navy and Marine Corps. If voluntary inductions fail to meet needs, drafts may be used to fill quotas. Navy calls to begin before month’s end. Marine contingents to be called within weeks.
The Texas Board of Pardons divided on Rufus Coates awaiting execution in Fort Worth for the murder of Zella Faulk. Judge Blakester urged death as prescribed by law while Fritz R. Smith favored commuting the sentence to imprisonment. Governor Hobby had not acted at the time.
Secret documents released by the United States detail German efforts to split Ukraine from the Bolshevik government and drive propaganda within Russia. They reveal plans to remove commanders in Petrograd, appoint new leaders, and use disguises to fight Russians. Edgar Sisson discusses the significance of the Russia papers for the Committee on Public Information.
An advertisement argues women can replace men in war work with strength and nerve. It promotes Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic for female weakness, priced at 50 cents, and mentions The Medical Adviser book and a 50 cent offer at drug stores.
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