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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1908
Page
4
A three year old girl Elina Avedrada died early this morning in Nosnilal city hospital after a bean became lodged in her windpipe while at home on San Saba Street yesterday afternoon. Attempts to dislodge it failed, resulting in fatal choking.
San Antonio photographer C. WW Archer reports successful ascent of Mount Pepocatepetl in Mexico and has secured a collection of photographs of the extinct volcano. Archer plans a return to develop and revise the images for a set of Mexican photographs ordered by a vaillord patron.
A amateur team member Tom Aguar was struck by a pitched ball yesterday afternoon and taken to City Hospital after regaining consciousness. A benefit ball at Turrier Hall on Monday night April 27 raised 2300 dollars for missions. At First Baptist Church Rev JC Golvin preached on missions and the sermon ended with an appeal that yielded 2200 dollars, including a gift from the Ladies’ Aid society. The pastor hopes the total lite fund will reach 2500, lending to a grand total of 7300 donated by the church in recent years. For Sale furniture and fixtures of Woods National Bank offices to be moved by May 1, seeking buyers.
Armur smart, described as a negro, was fined $1 after an incident at Fi Commerce Street store where he confronted M Brown over remarks about singing. He claimed Brown insulted him and threatened him, while bystanders testified to the altercation outside the establishment.
Fragmentary evidence mentions Exhibit A and a $10 fine tied to a Turner ball event on an April night. Prizes awarded include a roost goose, with garbled names and details.
A terse county report notes the capture of the prisoner Hae fer Snguin by local authorities. Details on location, agency, or date are not provided in the fragment.
An interestiul program will be given at the meeting of the M G A forum to be held in their room at the Y M C A building Tuesday night. Paul H Behell will deliver a historical speech titled Prince Bismark the German empire. John Willett will declaim selected AL rebate on the gabe dect. The issue Rersolvet That the interstate commetenyare BHO Wesd suiondhst ag to allow railway pooling. Harry Morey and Forrest Campbell support the pro position while John Meustach and Robert Harria defend the con side.
The county clerk issued five marriage licenses today. Names listed include Charles Heeves Howdy bush and Rhoda Williams, Gear Bebumani and Madlent Scraper, Cel o Martine, and Garinen Snes.
Jose Siquivel drew two fines of 35 and 30 dollars in a rear partition court proceeding. The first fined for disturbing the peace, the second for resisting an officer. He allegedly aided Manuel Mejia in fracturing the onset yesterday when Policeman Mur Weon arrested. Esquivel tried to gain freedom by hurling stones at the officer and received two fines. Abedin pleaded guilty to resisting the peace and was sentenced.
The case against Ry Peters, arrested on Houston Street Friday for weakness driving, was dismissed in the oru ration court this morning. Peters showed he was attempting to control the horse he was driving after it bolted with four frightened.
The state files tax arrears action this morning against Brownings, tracing a filigree of fines and penalties in the Thulqeuenty Hla district.
A man named Kennedy, described as a worker, was arrested this morning on charges of horse theft. Constable Stevens and Deputy Wilelmanon detained the suspect after a request from Shoriit Dreillin of Guadalupe.
Reports indicate waters are receding along the Colorado river and at Columbus, with relief spreading to crops amid earlier flood damage and rising river levels. Local observers note decreased inundation and ongoing recovery efforts as roads reopen.
Th. L. McKibbin traveling passenger agent of the G I B A railway was summoned to Mobile Alabama by the death of his mother Mrs McKibbin who died last Friday after a lingering illness. The funeral occurred yesterday.
In Crawfordsville a workman cutting a targatee to the Taaloga Gemtery unearthed a tree containing a tombstone. The stone reads Alma Berard born January 6, 1747 died May 15, 1834. The inscription notes rest in peace and the relic has drawn local attention for decades.
The Holy City film at 210 Rast Hanstor etrest by Loper Brothers runs 49 minutes and headlines the premier. It is billed as the longest shown in San Antonio cinema history. Tonight and tomorrow at 6, two showings and a noon showing are noted.
A batch of society notes lists various visitors and residents in San Antonio and surrounding areas. Names include T. S. McDowell, W. G Reese, J. P. Kennedy, Senator Wigks, Dr. Lowry, Hans Briam, BG Cushing, J. M. Wincrow, and many others arriving, departing, or staying at local hotels. The items reflect business travelers, social guests, and pending local court actions or funerals.
An old advertisement extols Cascarets as a trusted remedy, citing millions of daily users and vast monthly production. It denounces imitators and counterfeiters while asserting Milton Bright Americans endorse the product and that spending on advertising proves its merit.
An old style tout extols Cascarets as a tried and trusted remedy for digestion. It markets the product as a cleanser and strengthener, likening its effects to exercise for bowel muscles and urging parents to use it for children’s safety and well being.
An advertising card warns against dishonest sellers and promotes Sterling Remedy Company products. It touts Tan Gent Vest Pocket boxes and a gold plated bonbon trinket as enticements, claiming genuine Cascarets and free samples for friends. The text references fake health claims and urges caution against counterfeit goods.
Visiting San Azarollo this morning left for Houston. Dr M A Weems of Columbus who had been at the bedside of his brother at Santa Rosa Infirmary left for home. Mrs AL Hubbin of Columbus guest of Stre ML B Hutchins at the Preshall left for hang this Morning. Mrs F ityni of Nevada, patient of the Camty of T J Ryan, left for home. Geo F Lupton general passenger agent of the 3 B A A B lete for Houston on official business. Miss Martha Koopa left for Sega after visiting Miss Annie Krisch. Mrs Crane returned home to Kansas City after spending winter in San Antonio. Mrs W F Youngblood and Little Youngblood of Midland at the Bexar. Dr G W Allen Dr and wife and child and Dr O Fechner and wife of Yorkton at the New Maverick.
Alex J. Warmer and his wife join a Bexar TV gathering as Wiseman of Lavertia also attends, highlighting local social involvement at the Bexar venue.
Fraud scheme at a Manila bank totals more than 60000 in gold over years. Trust employees and outside accomplices altered accounts and checks to hide the theft. One suspect arrested, others expected. property seizure to recover funds. Removal notice lists Zuller Electric Co at 603 Main Avenue and McElroy & Brown auto doctors.
The piece argues that regular daily insertions build stronger public impression than scattered ads. It compares a campaign to a repeated blow, noting that consistent messaging increases influence, with Cato the Elder cited as a model of persistent advocacy. It concludes that every subsequent insertion strengthens returns.
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