Fort Sam Houston cancels post dance after Vera Cruz attack
News reached Fort Sam Houston Tuesday night that Vera Cruz had been attacked with American casualties. General Bliss ordered a halt to a dance and entertainment in progress at the post gymnasium. Officers wives sweethearts and civilians adjourned to the Menger hotel as the event was terminated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Sam Houston
Vera Cruz
Bliss
Southern Department
Cheries G. Treat
Menger Hotel
Civillan Merrymakers
Glass of Salts Kidney Relief Ad Claims Benefit
An old health ad promotes Jad Salts as a cleansing drink to flush kidneys. It claims four ounces of salts taken daily before breakfast helps clear urine sediment, relieve bladder irritation, and prevent dull kidney pain and rheumatic twinges.
Resinol Ointment Promises Quick Skin Relief
An advertisement extols Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap for itching and dermatitis. It claims rapid relief from eczema, tetter, ringworm, and rashes, aided by warm baths, with safe use for babies. Prices listed 59 cents to 1.00 for ointment and 25 cents for soap. Free trial offered from Baltimore, Maryland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dept. 7-R
Resinol
Baltimore
Patriotic Demonstration Honors Vera Cruz Sacrifices
A Grand Opera House program closed with a patriotic display for American sailors and marines at Vera Cruz. Youths in uniform carried the flag as the Star Spangled Banner played, and the audience stood through the anthem amid gravity over the Mexican situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vera Cruz
Grand Opera House
Editors to Tour San Antonio During National Convention
About 800 National Editorial Association members will tour the state after the Houston convention, with the Chamber of Commerce planning a sightseeing trip and Mexican dinner. A special train of 150 Dallas businessmen will pass through San Antonio to Fowlerton, returning Friday. Mayor Brown and Chamber leaders will welcome the visitors at the depot. Next Sunday 200 freight agents from across the country will visit and be hosted by the Chamber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Editorial Association
San Antonio
Houston
Chamber of Commerce
Dallas
Fowlerton
Gulf Coast Country
Sap
Brown
L. B. Clegg
Alamo
Cerlog E. Bee
Death of Catherine Lieber from tetanus after arm injury
Catherine Margaret Lieber six died at home from tetanus linked to a splinter. She bruised her arm riding a bicycle last Friday and developed lockjaw symptoms by Monday. Survived by her parents a brother and grandfather. Funeral at St Marys Church with burial in St Marys Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Margaret Lieber
James H. Lieber
West Elmira Street
Joseph Lieber
Boonville
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
St. Mary's Cemetery
W. W. Knight
Chicago
Cure for rupture without operation advertised
A personal testimonial from Eugene Men a carpenter of 398 Marcellus Avenue Manasqua New Jersey claiming a non surgical cure for rupture with lasting results no operation no lost time and offering information to others who are ruptured to write for details
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Men
Carpenter
Marcellus Avenue
Manasqua N. J
Rain Grips Texas in Widespread Storm Across State
Widespread rains across Texas from a storm centered west of the Rocky Mountains bring rainfall totals from a trace to over two inches at stations statewide. San Antonio reports 1.50 inches, Luling two inches, with many other cities including Dallas, Houston, Galveston, Abilene, Waco and Temple receiving appreciable rain. The weather is expected to stay unsettled for another day, potentially easing before the Fiesta events. The rains cool the air and aid crops, with officials noting continued showers in parts of east and west Texas.
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Texas
San Antonio
Rocky Mountains
Allen Buell
Luling
Lancaster
Alamo Plaza
Houston
Commerce
Corporation Court
Filipino Midgets at Fiesta Entertain at Military Plaza
The 36 year old man stands 24 inches and the 40 year old woman 21 inches tall. Both are described as physically perfect and bright, brought to the St. Louis world’s fair where they won gold medals, now performing at Military plaza.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis World's Fair
Military Plaza
Somerville Officials Visit Fiesta in San Antonio
City commissioner R. A. Brantly and A. B. Hillan toured San Antonio during Fiesta. Brantly praised Somerville’s progress after 20 years away, noting a new chamber of commerce, a lignite fuel find, and potential oil under the city and nearby territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Brantly
Somerville
A. B
Tony) Hillan
San Antonio
Somerville Chamber of Commerce
Brantly
Mr. Brantly
Chamber of Commerce
Rockdale
San Antonio Drug Company Incorporation Filed in Texas
The San Antonio Drug Company of San Antonio filed its charter in the state department. Capital stock is $1,150,000 with purpose to sell wholesale drugs. Plans include branches in Dallas and Monterey Mexico. Incorporators are Fred W. Cook A Kronkosky J E Harper and H D Elliott.
Rainy Excursions Highlight Quiet City Weekend
Light showers dampen planned outings as residents seek indoor activities. Local venues report steady attendance despite the rain, with museums and cafes offering special programs to attract visitors.
Coronation Week Fiesta Parade Draws Thousands in San Antonio
Crowds flock to San Antonio for Fiesta events as raincleaned shows resume. The coronation of the queen at the Majestic Theater and the battle of flowers promise splendor while the civic and trades parade showcases local industry. Shriners and traveling men join nocturnal floats and bands in a vibrant, rain-tinged pageant.
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Fort Sam Houston
San Antonio Kennel Club
P. m
the Vampire
Pinafore
Anthony
Cleopatra
Faust
Beaur
Chanticleer
Main Avenue
Brown
Chapa
Weakley
San Antonio
Crown
Speculative investment touted for Norwell lots in Texas
The ad urges quick purchase of Norwell lots in Texas before May 4, arguing prices rise after the railroad arrives. It frames buying as a smart speculative investment for moderate earners, noting current prices of 25 50 and 75 dollars with easy terms and a guaranteed increase of at least 10 dollars per lot by May 4. It warns postponing is like burning money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwell
Texas
Hyomei Catarrh Remedy Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a fast acting catarrh and head congestion remedy. It claims relief from headaches sniffling and coughing within five minutes and offers a money back guarantee. The full outfit with inhaler and bottle is priced at $1.00.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Blood Purifier Ad Card
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier and nerve builder. It claims the heart works best when the blood is pure and abundant and urges readers to take Hood's for a healthier system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
S A Hopkins Townsite Notice San Antonio Texas
S A Hopkins Townsite Dept announces notice from 229 E Houston St San Antonio Texas. Official action details and deadlines not fully readable in fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. A. Hopkins
East Houston St
San Antonio
E. Houston St
San Antonio, Texas
Governor Colquitt Cancels Houston Address for Fiesta
Governor Colquitt canceled a trip to Houston to deliver the opening address at the National Editorial Association meeting due tomorrow. He will still attend the Fiesta in San Antonio and will depart tomorrow afternoon with his stenographer to dispatch important business from there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Colquitt
Houston
National Editorial Association
San Antonio
Central Texas Presbytery Meets In Llano
The Presbytery of Central Texas convened in Llano on April 22 with over 40 delegates present. The gathering will continue through Friday as additional delegates arrive and join proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Texas
Llano
Tex
Presbytery
The Current at Royal features strong underworld melodrama
The Current, a three reel Ramos melodrama about the underworld, stars famed French players and displays flawless scenic effects. It is touted as one of the strongest underworld plays yet shown with a moral appeal. Tomorrow’s bill features The Redemption of Steve Harding. Saturday continues The Perils of Pauline series.
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the Royal Today
Underworld
France
Steve Harding
Pauline
Majestic Theater Offers Umbrella Loan and Lively Show
Manager Ed Raymond at the Majestic loaned about 75 umbrellas to patrons during a heavy rain, with deposits refundable on return. The program features Dooley and company impersonators, ventriloquist Marshall Montgomery, the Chalahoo Guatemalans with xylophone and dance, plus The Gambol of the Gods, LaToy Brothers pantomime, Creighton Girls, Capital City Four, and entertaining motion pictures.
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Ed Raymond
Majestic Theater
Majestic
Dooley and Company
Marshall Montgomery
Pilon
Welly and
Ten Eyck
LaToy Brothers
Creighton Girls
You Won't Get It Unless You Ask For It
Fragmentary OCR text shows a cryptic line likely from a column or note. Readable parts suggest an admonition about inquiry or request, but no clear event, person, or date to anchor a proper news item. The readable content hints at a motto but lacks context.
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State Bank & Trust CO
R. R. Russell
J. Aile Geo C. Campbell
Thos. E. Mathis
Wm. Bevans
H. C. King, Jr
General Bliss
Whisenant
Gunter Office
Johnson Fit and Wear
East Commerce St
Adg
Buell
Somerville, Tex
Herbert A. Kline
United States
Kline
State Bank and Trust Company
New
Fiesta den
Loyal Order of Moose
George Huth
Franz Dreiss
Fiesta
Lohengrin
Knight of the Swan
Rhine
Tell
William Tell
Sonce
Heine
St. Cecelia
David and Saul
Saul
David
Celestial
Shriners
Order
Order of the Mystic Shrine
C. A. Davis
Desert
A. C. McDaniel
H. M. Snyder
Ben Hur Band
San Antonio Patrol
Shriner Drum Corps
Austin Patrol
San Jacinto Day
Casino Rail
John G. Hagen
R. R. Bradley
Ch. P. Thomas
George A. Lowther
J. T. Jackson
Herman A. Reuter
W. W. Vaughan
W. W. Lee
W. Raymond Hood
Arthur H. Ball
Dalton W. Riggs
Ben Adler
Martin F. Markward
Lytle
Edwin T. Lytle
Natalia
A. P. Rollins
Wrightsboro
J. W. McCaughan
Seguin
A. W. Cook
H. H. Starcke
Kenedy
T. J. McAda
Smithville
W. D. C. Jones
P. A. Neely
J. E. Wilson
Sabinal
Robert G. Davenport
Order of the Era
J. S. Ramer
Hallettsville
New Braunfels
Taylor
Cuero
O. W. Hilgers
C. L. Jones
W. H. Smith
Rockport
Aransas Pass
Converse
Nordheim
Ernest Rabe
Herbert Barnard
Henry Eiteler
Royal
Duffy
Duffy's
Duffy Malt Whiskey Co
Rochester
N. Y
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