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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1908
Page
6
Frantic female nerves and nervous disorders described as causing misery are linked to Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Testimonial letters claim relief from a variety of female troubles after using the remedy, with Mrs. Pinkham inviting sick women to write for advice.
A Texas branch of the National Association of Postoffice Clerks was formed at a meeting yesterday with delegates from across the state. John W. Gallagher of San Antonio was named president, A A Morgan of Marshall vice president, Alice Merritt of Waco secretary, Willisting Kol of Austin treasurer, Coleman S. Smith of San Antonio elected delegate to the national convention in Birmingham, Alabama on Labor Day. The next meeting is set for May 30, 1909, in Waco. Postmaster Stevens and assistant Ida Ogden Webster attended and spoke briefly, followed by a Mexican supper for delegates.
A birthday gathering was held at Mr and Mrs Julius Gers 414 Leigh Street marking their daughter Nig Delido s birthday. The yard gleamed with Japanese lanterns and music filled the home as cakes and refreshments were served and guests departed late into the night.
Public wartime recruitment notice seeks men 18 to 35 of good character in the United States who can speak read and write English. Information via Recruiting Officer 502 Moore Building San Antonio Texas. Malns Pharmacy advertises ice cream soda and fruit gyray.
A grand reception last night at the new Masonic temple celebrated by the Wives of the Sir Knights of Gonzales and San Antonio commanderies. The event featured palm and foliage decorations, two punch bowls, a military band, and hundreds of attendees including prominent figures such as Mrs. Edwin Chamberlain and Mrs. J. Tom Williams. Hosts ensured personal guest care with no receiving line, and a long list of society names from Gonzales Beaumont and Galveston attended.
The Junior Society holds a flower carnival dance at Elkshell this evening from 6 to 6 or 6 30. Miss Marguerite Terry and Harry Drought will lead the grand march. Miss Mildred Hadra and Noyes Evans head a floral cartillon. Several names appear as dancers and chaperones amid a broad social page of local visitors and guests.
A stream of visitors and notables arrive for the San Antonio carnival and Fort Worth events. Charles Wynne, a commercial agent from Trisce-Toek Island, meets friends and visits. J H McCarty plans a visit with Menger, Stoddard, Pfeil, and Santa among others. Ray Cushman, formerly of this city, returns with his wife. Beeville, Pearsall, Brownsville, Laredo, and Longview residents are spotted at hotels and venues. Names like H J Cook, Miss Wallie McHaney, Mike Georgie Prothre, Julius Plobta, and Dr. D W Harwell appear in attendance, with carnival festivities drawing diverse travelers.
Robert Smith and Sarah McKinney were arrested on St Mary Street near St Marys Church at about 1:30 a m charged with fighting. Both claimed it was a mistake after a quarrel over playfulness leading to Sarah being pushed and cut. They were fined five dollars each.
A fragmented instructive piece discusses beauty guidance for women, mood influences, homemaking tips, infant health notes, and a cucumber milk skin treatment recipe. It includes a byline address to Mme DAnjou in San Antonio and a brief note on starting a beauty shop with modest costs.
The Terrell Wells Automobile Lines updates its schedule to connect with the South Flores car at the end of car one from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Passengers will not wait more than 0 minutes unless an accident occurs. Special trips after 3 p.m. require four or more people or a phone request. Dr. and FT Hughes Hicks Guilding offer limited practice in eye ear nose and throat care.
A fragmented menu-like section lists Prune whip with egg whites and yolk custard, potato spinach marinar, mashed potato mixtures with butter and spinach, fried eggs, homemade sausage with pork blends, and English Walnut Sandwiches with nutty filling, reflecting varied mid century recipes and kitchen tips.
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