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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
8
Fragmentary text describes Mrs Brush nervous system collapse and a chaotic scene at Fischer's rug store on Houston. A young man claiming to be a graduate druggist bungles an interview while the father and daughter discuss music, sleep, and a vaudeville mood with impatient interruptions.
A regional notice notes Mr. Wide A Wake gained a better position by advertising in The Light. The item suggests readers consider newspaper ads to improve visibility and opportunities. It underscores the value of local papers for promotional efforts.
AI J Cleary sues I G N and T J Freeman for 20000 personal damages claiming a June 5 collision between trains left him crippled for life with broken ribs and injuries to his wrists, alleging the company’s negligence caused the wreck and incapacitates him from his usual work.
Letters from the People argue that recent election results condemn saloon defiance of law. They warn saloons to comply with the Baskin Metirezar act or face outlawing as officials push for nationwide compliance. The writer urges custodial enforcement by district attorneys and judges to restore order and public conscience.
Four new divorce suits filed as district courts prepare October sessions. H. D. Applewhite seeks divorce from her husband after 42 years of marriage with two minor children, Finnenes Lee Boykin requests full divorce and custody, Florentina de Moreno sues Juan Moreno, and Maria Varela de Garza seeks legal separation from Antonio Garza.
Captain Neils Peter Sorensen claims to know the location of Robert Louis Stevenson's treasure buried at the ocean bottom. He shows documents alleging a wreck with gold and tallow and Wool, asserting the treasure has lain for 42 years. He has set an 18 month期限 for proof and access to the wreck.
The Y M C A boys department will hold a week long outing August 18 to 28 at Alamo Beach near Port Lavaca. About 100 boys ages up to 18 will attend, with trips by train and boat, tents including a kitchen and dining setup, and activities like fishing boating swimming and baseball. Leaders include A G Trons Stuby Rundell and Hoy K Cleveland.
Mrs. Lou Gills, US Avenue B, fell while stepping from a stationary streetcar at East Hobaton and St Marys streets. Her left ankle bone fractured when her shoe heel snagged a street defect during repair work. Dr Berry treated her at Tallaferra's drug store before she was returned home.
Tomorrow afternoon union and fraternal gatherings are listed across San Antonio. Milam lodge No. 2 Elks and Pythian groups meet at various halls including Elks, Schieicher, Alamo, Red Men, Masonic, Odd Fellows, Woodmen, Eagles, and more. union labor meetings and trades council events are noted with participating groups and venues.
Sealed bids are invited by the San Antonio City Clerk for paving Houston Street a project covering about 21000 square yards of pavement and 7000 linear feet of curbing. Bids due August 30 1908, include material and labor details with city furnishing foundation concrete. Mayor Bryan Callaghan presides with City Clerk Fred Fries.
An earthquake yesterday in Constantine, Alverly left three dead and eight wounded. Panic spread as residents fled to open spaces fearing aftershocks and potential further shocks, with many seeking shelter away from damaged homes.
Stanley White Bunich aged 21 a clerk dies at Wig Ome in West Orange New Jersey after two operations for appendicitis. The Journal man’s mother and sister were recently operated upon for appendicitis and another sister will undergo the operation soon.
Lange Sean company file for warehouse on Walnut street shows value noted as $dc o with issuing date 6. 7. Lawrence lists a three room dwelling on Delmar street valued at $a00. Dr 8 Ls Post has a three room dwelling on Wharton street valued at $1000. Hugo Seffel building a four room dwelling on Delaware street valued at $1000. Otto Graf requesting a four room dwelling on La sap street valued at $780.
Hoy Dorn Algust born August 4 to Mrs. Tauftmann at 615 Avenue D Giri. August 3 baby born to Mr and Mrs H Nuamianu at 208 Victoria Street Giri. A child born July 31 to Mr and Mrs Richelberger at 107 Nathan Street Bey. A baby born June 1 to Mr and Mrs Charles Meyer at 29 Lubbock Street.
Mrs Frank Bowles extends thanks to friends who assisted in The Light's event and to Prof Peeeack for kindness. She mentions receiving an unposted call to Brownwood and withdrawing from the race to support another candidate.
A lightning bolt struck Devine Texas on a night in August. Alfred Eblieger, a storekeeper, was closing for the night when the bolt hit. He was struck on the left side and temporarily paralyzed but recovered shortly after.
Geneva dispatch reports the Sultan of Turkey was stabbed in the breast on Monday night by a palace official. The Sultan wore his constant coat armor, which stopped the blow. The would-be assailant, Sisein Was, was arrested and suspected of being hired to carry out the act. He had a large sum of gold on him and packed baggage for flight.
Aug 5 reports detail police and a gang of brigands terrorizing suburbs. Five brigands killed or captured. several wounded. Other items include Texas franchise tax growth and a U S Army survey on Colorado River deepening for navigation. El Paso schools adopt rule requiring individual drinking cups to curb disease spread.
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