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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1915
Page
7
Flood victims apply for aid with Associated Charities. Three families on South Laredo and West Nueva atreche lost all belongings when Sunday waters rose quickly. A widow with four children and a family of four, plus a crippled mother, struggle after looting and home destruction. The husband hunts for work as the family mourns their losses.
About seventy five members attended the opening session at the Menger hotel with many delegates and visitors expected later. John Husele and James Daugherty presented a gilt ebony gavel to Josey Never of Laredo, while Mayor Clinton Brow delivered the welcome and Netzer answered. John Teusite urged closer Texas National Association cooperation and cost savings through insurance channels. W. C. Torbett reported member growth and finances as the afternoon program featured talks on cooperation and questions. A smoker and vaudeville were planned for the evening along with a theater outing for delegates’ wives.
WAS WAR VETERAN SEBUAD ATER died Tuesday in April in Fronanto. He was among Connecticut’s first residents to respond to President Lincoln’s call for volunteer troops in 1861. He served with Company 1, First Regiment Connecticut Infantry and later returned to France before coming to San Antonio, where he lived for 40 years. He was 18 years old.
Evening schedule outlines two meetings and a banquet. Morning session at 9 30 includes regular order of business and a talk by Mel men from a sheet metal manufacturer. Afternoon session at 2 20 continues with regular business and convention business matters. A group photo by McClerland and Stelle precedes the banquet at the Menger Hotel at 8 p.m.
Thieves cracked a show window at 127 South Flores Street and escaped with about six felt hats. The theft was discovered around 7 o clock by a police report. Nearby ads note loans, a watch brace tets, and a wholesale house robbery on Military Place with shirts and gloves taken. An automobile theft incident involved Mrs R M Hughes at 312 West Washington.
An old ad claims Jad Salts and similar preparations flush clogged kidneys and ease backache and bladder problems. It promotes four ounces of Rad Salts daily in water before breakfast to keep kidneys clean, neutralize urine acids, and prevent complications. A local druggist notes sales rise as people seek kidney relief.
Thieves entered the rear of Grana Opera House Tuesday night and seized items including a Prestolite tink and other goods before escaping. Police were notified. A parade of local ads and notices follows, including prizes, jobs, and services listed for the community.
The 10 year old son of Tomas Conver of 827 Oak Street was struck by an automobile near his home shortly after 4 PM Tuesday. He remained unconscious for several hours and is reported in serious condition. A chauffeur identified as I Binion was arrested.
Clarence L. Moore presents a bust discovery at Main Avenue High School amid Teffersonian Society guidance. A fire boat titled Thomas Jefferson is gifted by Lee Haltom. Professor Williems receives it as Mish Se Orchestra and violin duet performers Lex C. Roblin and Keares Cox provide entertainment. Bam Kirkland delivers an address titled Sin Jacinto Pay.
Allie Mae Dockery delivered a humorous reading. The program featured a Lee Haltom address on Thomas Tefferson and concluded with Professor Willems announcing a Holiday Wednesday. Revert Potsman, president of the Jeffersonians, presided.
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