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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1899
Page
7
A 19th century ad or article extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as lifting burdens of childlessness. It claims the remedy lightens the emotional and physical load on women, removes obstacles to maternity, and contains no alcohol or narcotics.
The article surveys field sports coverage with advice on quail hunting, dog work, and season laws. It cites partridge laws, mentions New York duelist Reynaly, Alaska ptarmigan, and a large Texas dog show entry. It notes upcoming shoots, club events, and hunting gear, alongside weather and bird behavior observations.
The report notes Buglidh, an amateur swimmer, breaking the 1000 yard open water world record with a time around 62 seconds faster than the previous mark. The piece reflects on weather, local sports culture, and a mix of various community notices and advice, including hunting and safety tips.
A grainy coupon-style ad notes growing demand for Chamberlain's Celery, Castor Oil and Diarrhoea remedy from G. Same & Son, Dragists of Cotton, Missouri. The line lists stock for sale by March 12, 1946.
The Atlanta Journal notes inclement weather but a large audience watched The Lightning Red Agent at the Columbia. Jap Rendrowgs and N. G. Topper starred with Myrtle and Furley. the show featured a strong orchestra and war pictures. The troupe received warm audience praise and the company plans a strong run all week.
Senator Chilton visited Waco yesterday drawing hundreds of residents. He left a strong impression, while Joe Bailey remains popular in the county among Chilton’s supporters who praised the reception. In separate news, Lisbon reports a Portuguese Nyasa company expedition to open eastern Lake Nyassa to the Indian Ocean with Major Salisbury leading a mixed staff and Portuguese troops to build telegraphs and establish Port Amela as the capital, under British cooperation.
A long article lauds Admiral Dewey as the greatest naval triumph in history. It compares Dewey with Nelson and Perry, praising his judgment and the Manila victory while noting broader admiration across the nation and international respect from Major von Sonnenburg.
A dubious ad declares Ilver cures markers of illness including depression fatigue and constipation. It promises restoration to health by HERRINE with a price labeled b0c. Located at City Drug Store 17 East Commerce Street and other addresses listed for contact.
A garbled historic ad fragment mentions using a dose of HEROINE to aid a druggist or pharmacist. It lists addresses such as 108 Mast Commerce OC, Sohasse 323 West Cammercy street, and names Wm Appmarmn Sunset Pharmaer. The text is incomplete and noisy.
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