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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1908
Page
5
Bexar County paid 4760 dollars in semi annual interest to itself today. The funds were moved by County Treasurer Walton and County Auditor Ramsey through a warrant, transferring the amount between sinking funds. The county keeps interest within its own sinking funds to maintain county bonds.
A stream of visitors filters through San Antonio for the carnival. Mr and Mrs B B Lilvy of Bon ham and FP H Kellen of Dallas are guests of the Menger. Captain Charles Schreiner arrived from Kerrville. Miss May Welch of Taylor visits friends during carnival. Sheriff J B Robinson of Val Verde returns to Del Rio. D C Smith, livestock agent, retires to headquarters after a trip north Texas. Mrs Cergenta Ramon of Laredo visits Mrs B G Cervantes at 424 Losoya. William Wurzbach of San Antonio visits his brother Harry Wurzbach in Guadalupe County. Judge Worzbach remains on site after carnival. R C G Sutton, Stockdale, visits San Antonio. G A Wheat of Guadalajara stops at the Blute. A W Caperton and wife of Towreon guests of the Southern. H J Bowles and J W Estes of Uvalde stay at the Eltre in Clilus. Q N Wiggins of Deweyville leaves for Gonzales. J H Green heads home to Cameron. Mrs Walter Gresham of Galveston, linked to the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, departs. Miss J F Perking of Houston leaves after nurses convention. Miss Marie Yollahd leaves for Houston after the nurses convention. B Strong of Houston returns home after visiting. Mrs G P Calemore of 72 East Commerce departs for Schertz.
The article argues for merit based selection of ambassadors and ministers, regardless of birth, urging Americanizing the diplomatic corps. It criticizes preferring high birth and calls for appointments strictly on merit while acknowledging the need for well bred officials.
Mrs Thurret Hicks of New Orleans visits Gonzales and nine others this morning. Mrs J M Schuty and her mother Mrs Join Frank visit Schertz. Mr Walker of Gumites travels home after convention. M Vordenbaum family at 1023 Buena Vista street not visiting Schertz. Joseph Knaftele of Seguta returns from San Antonio. Helwig Balgorlay leaves Marion after visiting Mrs Lang at 308 Crogty street. Mrs E Rudine of Wyolder returns home after visit to Mrs Scofield at 923 on Saba. Ed Kauffman of Houston attends D Rl Conycilion then goes home. William Sohe and wife away several days. Mrs Buss of Hondo visits Mrs Vordenbourg at 1022 Buena Vista St. Emma Gordes of Now one Jame returns home after visiting Blix Vordenbainn at 103 Buena Vista.
A London writer notes that doctors preach fresh air but keep windows open only for appearances. A census tests doctors sincerity by counting open windows in clinics and homes, finding many open during fair weather. The piece mocks ads in The Light and encourages readers to consult builders lists for work opportunities.
Special waist sale features waists priced at $3.45 in fine sheer materials including Mulls Lawn and Lingerie Cloth. Designs vary with crabraid details lace medallions and tailored muinners offered with cuffed sleeves and imported fabrics.
A fragment describes undermuslins priced at 48 cents and corset covers of fine nainsook or mull, valued at five cents, alongside fine cambric skirts with varied embroidery and laces offered at reduced prices, reflecting a discount sale in a periodical notice.
Mrs Robley D Evans wife of Admiral Evans argues that American society could profit by adopting aspects of Japanese culture she cites several points she believes would benefit the United States and notes her earlier move to join her husband abroad
Report cites thousands dead in Congo as sleeping sickness ravages native populations. Politicians debate ampexites and response while villagers suffer. a fragmented narrative notes fear, illness, and lack of effective action amid ongoing spread.
Surrounded by six children, an unnamed woman and the youngest child, 12, were found this morning in the rear of North Comal Street by Humane Officer Matthews while in want for necessities. A passerby notified Tolay Officer Matthews who made a careful union and found conditions he believes will appeal to San Antonio residents.
Detective Jane Newnam confronted Anisea Gonzales amid a Houston Street crowd last night. Gonzales, near Wontan's stamer, was placed in police custody and fined ten dollars for vagrancy in the police court this morning.
Funeral notices from San Marcos and Houston detail Anna Elnora Daugherty and Ajina Diwigherty infant deaths at home on Lonmeree Street and 2408 We Lonmeree. Betty Weatherly aged 82 died at 444 Alamo Street. services planned for this afternoon. Sterling Fisher of San Marcos, aged 7, dies at home. noted Civil War service and later roles in Texas politics. Russell E. Seffel, 9 days old, dies. funeral tomorrow with interment at Dignowby cemetery. McElray & Brown funeral service providers listed.
Special to The Lymn Pavia Texas Jim and Tom Trimm brothers were killed by a bolt of lightning today at Annona. They stood near a window when the strike hit the house and caused damage. An advertisement in the classifieds promotes finding a local handyman this spring.
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