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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1916
Page
2
Allied forces press toward Chaulnes as their new objective. The enemy right wing collapses in retreat with heavy losses. in front of one division about five thousand rifles are recovered. Troops advance, driving the enemy before them.
London Sept 27. British forces report capturing between 8000 and 4000 prisoners over Monday and Tuesday on the Somme front. General Haig notes violent fighting along the Somme to Ancre with successful Allied attacks across the line and 3000 to 4000 more prisoners taken in the last 48 hours.
After ten days of heavy fighting on the western Macedonian front, Bulgarian troops pushed back Serbian forces and compelled a retreat along the entire front, an official announcement said.
Paris dispatch reports a brilliant French assault east of Vermandoill ers resulting in the capture of a wood position. The operation follows a bold advance with heavy fighting noted, as French troops gain ground near Vermandovillers.
An official statement from the War Office today emphasizes the use of strongly fortified wood in defense or construction efforts. The release outlines improvements in durability and protection, underscoring strategic importance amid ongoing operations.
Today in Southern Department leave is granted to First Lieutenant N Butler Briscoe of the Twelfth Cavalry for an extension of three months.
Charles F. Stevens a former U S marshal and San Antonio police official announced his candidacy for sheriff on the Republican ticket challenging Democratic incumbent John W. Tobin. He pledged aggressive campaigning and strict enforcement of gambling and liquor laws, impartial juries, honest ballots, and election integrity.
Dayton officials and business leaders heard J. M. Switzer advocate the city manager system, comparing it to corporate governance. The talk highlighted a modern accounting system, no bonds issued, and Dayton’s low per capita debt as editorials from Ohio papers backed.
An old remedy promotes dissolving dandruff with four ounces of liquid argon applied nightly to the scalp. Claims include rapid disappearance by morning and complete dissolution after several applications, plus relief from itching and improved hair texture. It urges purchase of liquid arvon at drug stores as inexpensive and effective.
Dayton officials credit the city manager plan and economy measures for a 1916 tax drop from 670,274 to 505,528, yielding a 50,000 surplus. Purchases saved 33,000. gasoline and coal costs fell well below private rates. civil service improved efficiency. public works and welfare programs expanded with broad civic cooperation.
An advertisement warns against calomel as a dangerous mercury drug and promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a pleasant, harmless vegetable liquid that treats liver issues without salivation. It claims quick relief from biliousness and constipation and suggests pharmacists or money-back guarantees.
Associated Press Manila report says Adriano Hernandez, head of the bureau of agriculture, plans ten government serum plants to combat rinderpest among Philippine cattle. Funds are secured and operations will start soon with sera requisitioned from French Indo China to sustain immunization efforts until all plants are running. Plants will be placed in key cattle centers across the islands.
Mrs Emma Hill age 68 died at 1 oclock Tuesday at her son William Hills residence 710 Probandt street She was born in Birmingham England and lived in San Antonio 38 years She is survived by sons William Hill of San Antonio Charlies Hill of Houston and 15 grandchildren Funeral services were held 4 oclock Wednesday from her sons residence conducted by Rev R Y Barber of St Johns Episcopal Church with interment at City Cemetery No 3 Pallbearers were A Gittinger V Jeannin J Stephens B C Cotter F C Suchy and W W Hall
George Elam a negro porter was shot dead in a pistol duel at 11 35 Tuesday night at Monterey and Frio streets. Charles Phelps a negro laborer is under arrest and to be turned to county authorities. Elam died en route to hospital after five bullets struck him as an automobile with a female companion stopped at the corner. Police and detectives responded after telephoned reports of the shooting.
The San Antonio Traction Company issued a 16 page booklet titled San Antonio Its Places of Interest and How to Get There. It is illustrated with a city map and street car routes plus descriptive data about show places. Thousands will be distributed at hotels and depots for tourists.
A fragmented OCR style tale recalls a conversation between an Irishman and a German in a New York hotel. The German boasts of a long range gun, while the Irishman counters with a rural joke about his own gun, ending abruptly.
A parade of visitors checks in at local hotels including M. H. McMahon of Cotulla, Hugh Mabe of Cuero, and D. H. Barr of Donna at the St. Anthony and Gunter. Army lieutenants Kennard and Hineman Jr. register at the St. Anthony while Carrie Carr from Waco and Roscoe Roewalde of St. Louis stay at other downtown hostels.
General Funston and about a hundred army officers are banqueted by 150 San Antonio businessmen at the St. Anthony hotel as bands from infantry regiments may play on Alamo plaza and Travis Park. Rotary program organizers weigh massed versus individual concerts since the bands travel from Austin and lack time to rehearse together. Negotiations continue with army authorities and the Rotary Club to secure band services.
An exhibit of children s books for Christmas presents is held in the Carnegie Library children s department. The collection includes Mother Goose editions, popular fairy tales, an artistic Hans Christian Andersen edition translated by H L Braekstad, Harper s Outdoor series for boys, Christmas stories, animal stories, standard literature in plain bindings, all carefully read and approved.
SAN MARCOS Texas Sept 27 District court convened for the fall term Judge Frank Roberts of Lockhart presiding and District Attorney Sam C Lowrey of LaGrange. The grand jury is impanelled and in busy sessions. Civil docket light but criminal docket unusually heavy with four murder cases set for this term.
A quirky domestic tale notes a visiting aunt urging gentleness as a one year old Helen asserts with cleverness that a daddy spanks. The exchange hinges on whether men may discipline women, with the child’s response underscoring social norms of authority.
An advertisement warns of dangers from raw cow milk and touts Nestle's modified formula as safer for babies. It invites readers to request a free trial package covering two feedings and a baby care booklet by specialists.
A small patch of eruption may be harmless now but can worsen if ignored. Treat early with Resinol Soap and Resinol Ointment to stop itching and clear irritation. Doctors have prescribed Resinol for over 20 years, sold by all druggists, or write for free samples from Dept. 54- R, Resinol, Baltimore.
An Austrian named Larace and two Italians were condemned by the Ancona court martial for plotting the Genoa port arson. The conspiracy links explosions in Milan and other factories, risking millions in damages. Larace allegedly recruited criminals for minimal sums, including a planned blast at Italy's large Terni steel works. He carried eight dynamite canes hidden in umbrella handles when caught.
R B Creager of Brownsville, Republican candidate for governor, met with Texas GOP leaders in Dallas for campaign planning. A rally tonight will feature William H Atwell of Dallas Charles A Boynton of Waco and E H Williams of Chicago as the Hughes presidential campaign is launched in Texas.
A Puck item quotes Mr. Stubbins admonishing Maria about driving a nail with a firen and telling her to use the head for heaven's wakes, followed by his surprise that she avoids him for the rest of the day.
A historical advertisement touts Cadomene Tablets as a nerve tonic for weak nervous, half-sick individuals. It claims headaches, backaches, despondency, and lack of vitality improve, with restored confidence and life as nerves and vital organs are “benefited” by three-grain Cadomene Tablets sold in sealed tubes.
The Blackburn Products Co offers a guaranteed assistance or money refund for a product marketed as the best cure for run down individuals. A full treatment costs $1.00 at druggists, with a six tube package priced at $5.00. The wording targets weak or nervous individuals with strong marketing claims.
Carnegie Library adds two art and collectibles volumes. Painters of Japan by Arthur Morrison presents a history with black and white and color plates. Old English China by Mrs Willoughby Hodgson offers plates bearing maker marks, aiding collectors.
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