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Newspaper
Floresville Chronicle Journal
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1908
Page
2
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The Supreme Court of the United States, by a 5 to 4 vote, declared the Love railroad tax law unconstitutional. D. C. Preetor, a respected Cuero lawyer and citizen, died early in the week. J. B. Lubbock Sr. died in Houston. he was over 50 and a brother of the late ex governor. Mrs. Lubbock had predeceased him and he left six grown children. Monroe M. Harrell, former advertising manager of the El Paso News, was shot and killed outside the News office Wednesday night by J. F. Mitchim, the paper’s proprietor.
The Texas Press Association gathers in Mineral Wells with over a hundred editors arriving the evening before the meeting opens, many accompanied by wives and daughters.
A lively contest in Texas over who should attend the National Democratic convention in Denver, with many forgetting or undecided. Rumors say Evelyn Thaw may drop her divorce suit from Harry Thaw, and if Harry leaves the asylum he could have funds to squander while Evelyn has previously helped spend alike.
Hon. Jno. N. Garner, the wide awake congressman from the Fifteenth district, has secured more appropriations for public buildings in his district than any other Texas congressman. This demonstrates his active effort to improve local infrastructure and government facilities.
An Express page details strong San Antonio bank figures with Frost National reporting deposits of 2,178,735.21 and cash on hand 1,210,059.57. Other banks also posted solid figures, indicating abundant liquidity across the city.
Dallas police report the shooting of Dick Beall, brother of Congressman Beall, by Dallas bartender Tom Kent on the 18th in Dallas streets. The motive cited involves Beall's remarks about Kent's female relative, per a Dallas dispatch in the San Antonio Gazette.
A Chicago park event offering free samples of a new breakfast brand caused a deadly stampede with 21 injured as spectators crowded toward the stand. The crowd rushed the seating and many narrowly escaped worse harm while others sought freebies.
Attorney General Davidson spoke to the Bar Association regarding timely legal issues and forthcoming reforms, outlining priorities and urging professional unity and adherence to ethics in public service.
In San Antonio the Gazette says he was hissed after referencing Senator Bailey. An Austin special on May 21 notes the attorney general released a statement by John Sehorn, toastmaster at a San Antonio Bar Association banquet, denying that Davidson was hissed. Also released were statements by W A Warbach and Will A Morriss backing the denial.
An Eagle Pass Fourth of July plan succeeds after John N. Garner quickly secures Uncle Sam’s band and troops from Ft. Clark. The Rio Grande News lauds Garner’s efficient service for the people he represents and mocks attempts to undermine him.
Rheumatism causes more pain than any other disease and Chamberlains ointment offers relief enabling rest and sleep. Temporary relief can become permanent for many, though in chronic cases a permanent cure is unlikely. the pain relief is valued higher than the cost. Sold in 25 and 50 cent sizes by J. H Baia.
Floresville Public School patrons are invited to commencement sermons at the Methodist church on May 24 at 11 a.m. and graduation at the Opera House on May 25 at 8:30 p.m. Adults pay 10 cents, children free. Program lists chorus, essays, orations, vocal and piano pieces, class history, valedictory, a diploma presentation, and the address by Hon. W. H. Blanton.
The power house of the Electric Light Plant at Cuero was destroyed by fire Monday night. Loss estimated at $25000 with no insurance.
Miss Annie Sutherland, who has taught at Ysleta the past several months, arrived home last Tuesday night to her father Jack Sutherland and other family members.
An old newspaper ad touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a universal cure for lame back kidney liver and bladder trouble claiming hospital and private practice success. It offers free sample bottles and a booklet by mail and lists Binghamton New York as the address with druggists selling the product.
The Stockdale school closed with a well attended commencement sermon by Rev. J. B. Hudson of Victoria. A Monday concert drew crowds despite poor weather as students received floral gifts and cheers. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. J. Carroll of Pandora and W. H. Blanton of Floresville. Several teachers plan summer schools near San Antonio and Kerrville. A High Prairie ball game against Alum ended 10 to 19 due to lack of practice.
A sequence of brief notes reports excursions, visits, and returns. May Allen leaves from San Antonio while Mrs. Denson visits her daughter in town. Families from Floresville Nixon Nixon and Gonzales send members to nearby towns. Prof Frank Webb arrives from Sutherland Springs, and Dr. Haynes returns from New Orleans.
A vaudeville troupe planned an Opera House show on Wednesday but a crowd failed to form and the performance was canceled. The company rescheduled for Thursday with a small audience and satisfactory reception. An additional performance is planned for this afternoon and again tonight. Admission in the afternoon is 10c and 5c. tonight is 10c for each person.
Advertisement urges Indigestion relief with Kodol, claimed to digest all food types and act promptly. It notes the preparation is pleasant to take and sold by J. H. Bain.
In February our daughter had the whooping cough. Mr. Lane of Hartland recommended Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and said it gave his customers the best satisfaction. We found it as he said and can recommend it to anyone with children troubled by whooping cough. For sale by J. H Pain.
Mae Wood, who says she is Senator Platt's wife seeking a divorce, has been jailed on a perjury charge. The case centers on her assertions about her marriage and parliamentary ties.
During L. T. Cooper's Chicago visit his medicine drew crowds and many reported parasites removed. Emil Winkler of 182 East Ohio Street Chicago claimed a 90 foot tapeworm was expelled after using the preparation. Winkler described years of illness and relief after trying Cooper's remedy, praising the treatment and the drugstore's sales.
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