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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1908
Page
4
A morning incident on West Commerce street left Gregorio Ramirez with a severe gash to the left temple. Both he and Cipriana Pena were arrested by Officer Frohose after a bottle was involved in the clash. each paid a $3 fine in police court.
A sneaky tale describes a break in at the home of M. Rouft at 440 Guliad Street. The incident occurred without the knowledge of the occupants Mr. and Mrs. Harry, resulting in the loss of a diamond pin. The report notes the probable entry method and requests any information from locals.
Zander, missing from his Denver boulevard and Chevy street home, was seen by A Michel and Kilwher at 6 pm on Hays street heading toward the Southern Pacific tracks. An employe of Michel recalls the greeting. no abnormal signs noted. Parents remain anxious though some friends think he may have wandered off and return soon after previous extractions.
Count Zeppelin's airship completed a lake approach at Konstanz and set course along the Rhine toward Basle then Mayence, with successive sightings near Strasbourg and Mulhouse. Reports from Aug 1 to Aug 4 detail speed around 40 miles per hour, cheering crowds, and plans to return to Stuttgart. Separately, San Antonio invited sealed bids for paving Houston Street, offering vitrified brick or sheet asphalt with material and labor, plus a $1500 cash deposit for bidders.
Police are informed of a theft of a small diamond pin and a lady's gold watch. Detective Van Ripet is investigating at the station.
W. W. Crush, general passenger agent of the Texas lines, arrived from Fort Worth to handle affairs here with Walter Whithall appointed city passenger and market agent. He plans to attend a Texas lines meeting in Galveston on Thursday and then proceed to Houston tonight.
A damaged fragment promotes a claim that a product called Foley's Kidney Ultra cures kidney and bladder diseases. The text urges readers with kidney or bladder issues to obtain the remedy from Lime, mentioning positive results and self-treatment. The source is incomplete and unverified.
Chicago based Rubter Paint Company has filed a federal suit against Uvalde Wholesale Company for 2100 907 in a debt case stemming from an alleged August 28 1907 wedding. A W Dowmin serves as president and D Barnhill as secretary of the defendant firm.
On their bridal tour the groom and bride Mrs RooF Schrimacher of Yoakum and Alexander of Cuno arrive in the city. They plan to travel toward Colorado Missouri. The bride formerly Mrs Sills Mate Alexander. They reside at the New Maverick hotel during their visit and received congratulations from Sap general officers.
The Scientific Society of the city will investigate a bone believed to be a mastodon joint unearthed in Dry Salado by Superintendent Applewhite. Frank Somers delivered the bone to the society rooms this morning and the discovery will be discussed at the next meeting. Hay Fever and Summer Colds relief is offered by Foley’s Honey and Tar in a yellow package from Yoxar Drug Co.
August Keropf Jr, long time substitute clerk on the railway mail service, has been granted a permanent run on the San Antonio Corpus Christi railway post office, with an annual salary increase of $100.
Notice to taxpayers that all persons firms partnerships and corporations owning property within San Antonio must render their property for taxation. Books open for rendition on a specified date with deadline before September. Bryan Callaghan mayor Fred Fries city clerk sign.
The Republican committee led by Dr. Fred Terrell will meet at Misalon Garden Pavilion to review joining a county unity ticket. Members include Dr. B. F. Bingsley TE. F Glaze August Briam Twins M. Gugenhelsper Ben M. Hammond Pat Shields I. Th. Bigin A. H. Caldw allder T. J. Dilwood and Jura Kemp as the party seeks viable GOP material for a county slate. Also noted are nominations for representatives and a pending candidate for governor, with broader calls for qualified Republicans to stand for remaining offices. The piece also contains personal thanks for bereavement and local notices and an army recruiting blurb.
In all weather Ynne Laundry upholds its cleaning standard with careful attention to your garments. An expert cleaner handles every item, promising the same quality service regardless of conditions.
Taken up are a cow and a few white pots with no brand found near Trinity and Title streets on about May 36 1908 with no brand. If not claimed they will be sold at public auction to highest bidder for cash at 17 oclock on August 7 1908. Gus A Mauermann Marshal City Clerk Barajas stove repairing Phanes.
A fragmented notice from August concerning an overdue ATO matter. Contains contact details and a request to call a listed phone number for clarification or action.
A dense write up lists a San Antonio park concert program led by Wh Smith detailing overtures waltzes and serenades with titles like Rays of Sunshine and Spanish Serenade plus a section praising Richart Mandell's portrayal of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde at the Theatre. It also notes Dean and Bloom at the Lyric and a Big Tent Theater stock company led by Velma Whitman and Richard Lester presenting Dominoes and My Uncle From Japan with reduced child admission.
New Orleans reports contained rain with weather improving later. cotton futures show slight gains with October around 9.60 and December firm. city markets in Kansas City and New York list minor price moves. leading spot markets show steady demand as industry reports hint at perishable goods timing and ongoing trading in futures contracts.
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