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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1908
Page
4
City News recounts a late evening incident when a rider fled a West Commerce flare up and Bugsy Elg was found by Officer Quistina. Pischer then reportedly dove into a nearby sign as the pursuit unfolded. The rider appeared unable to return home and carried a heavy load of provisions in the buggy.
Big Tent Theater Exclusive. A four act production opens tomorrow night with Miss Whitman and Richard Lester leading the cast after last night’s success in La Helle Maris. The Lyric bill features amateur acts and a human book act, with new acts announced for tomorrow. Fischer paid a dollar in police court after feeling better this morning.
Juan Trevinios objected to the drunkenness charge brought by Policeman Ortez. He claimed he could have consumed more drinks before becoming drunk. The court seemed doubtful but Trevinios paid a $1 assessment. Shirt Waist Hop at Olive Grove Hall in W. GO. W. on Saturday August 29 with 25 cent admission.
Subcatathers urge payment to regular authorized collectors only. Do not pay car tiers due to errors. The Modern Weedmen of America announce an ice cream social at 10 G. F. hail Monday night for Royal Neighbors and friends. All visiting neighbors invited.
In Corpus Court this morning Maud Sis King faced trial on charges of maintaining a disorderly house on Laredo street. The case, tied to a Golden Leaf Dance and a Beer Bottlers dance event, references a venue on September 16, 1908, with Artal Juwsie implicated.
The Royal Arch society plans closures of 130 of 240 salons in Atlantic City as part of a crackdown urged by Bishop Taw. Mayor Stay and a committee will work to have the remaining 140 saloons shut as required by the bishop’s terms, with Governor Fort prepared to deploy state troops to enforce the order.
The readable parts mention a named party and a legal context with unclear details. The fragment suggests an official action or hearing but provides no concrete dates, locations, or outcomes to confirm.
LATE. PERSONALS. A. D. Miller and father from Durango Mex are at the New Maverick. Lawis A. Martin and family from nn 'ovahua Mex are at the New Maverick. Mies Elizabeth Howe from Bay City is guest of the New Mavericky ACW. SAlondai from Gatlin Masse in the city and it quartered it the ACN. Colina granddaughter of Captain Walter Nanfer will return tomorrow morning from a trip to Atlantic City and other joints in New Jersey.
Thomas Tate, a 60 year old man of Latin origin, died in Chicago at the Chicago Beach hotel after a period of illness. The death occurred in August and authorities are reporting it as an natural cause related to ongoing health troubles.
Fragmentary ad promotes a non spanking approach to bedwetting and daytime urination problems. It claims a constitutional causa for IM trouble and touts home remedies, urging sending money and a promise of help, despite unclear details and numerous garbled phrases.
Seguin resident Miss Mary Burleson visits friends in San Antonio before heading to the conservatory of music in Cincinnati. The column lists numerous social visits and returns across Austin, Luling, Lockhart, Yoakum, Houston, Galveston, and other Texas towns, noting travelers and host families. It mentions Miss Sheldon visiting City Mexico and Oaxaca for familial events, and several households returning from trips to Colorado, San Francisco, Manila, and the Philippines. The piece covers social calls, travel plans, and hosting duties, including a Catholic club event with a large guest list and awards.
A period consumer advice piece promotes cosmetics and skin care lore. It parodies dubious regimens, lists home remedies with borax potash peroxide and glycerin, mentions emulsions, bleaching, soaps, and orange skin foods, and critiques wrong cosmetic choices while urging gentle routines and self improvement.
Washington dispatch says Ontario lumbermen report they will not reduce lumber output in the bush during the coming winter. They cite stagnation in trade and American competition in Canadian markets as the reason, with a noted aim to hold to current levels despite pressures.
A brief quirky item notes a language puzzle from Ghienga News where Moe asks about the final word and Meeker-No registers a contrasting ending. The piece hints at a playful tête‑à‑tête over wording and last words.
Directors consider candidates to fill the vacancy left by George B. Tavaferre who resigns to assume the presidency on September 1. Wy. Taliaferra’s condition worsened after an altercation, and several names have been suggested for the post as the club aims to promote closer commercial and social ties between the southwest and Mexico.
Directors consider A. Chana or Winchester Kelso for club presidency as options. Kelso and the Spaders at San rents bur are trusted with Mexican affairs, while Chapa, a prominent businessman, has long ties to Mexican business interests in San Antonio. AION ONE A prine urged directors to act early to resolve indebtedness, then retire.
Mrs Anthonyrexel, once of Philadelphia, joins the growing circle of American society women making London their home. She has spent seven years abroad, adopting residence in the English capital and continuing social engagements as part of her expatriate life.
Dallas Texas August 20 A 22 year old negro was stabbed to death this morning by another negro on Ross avenue. The slayer fled after the attack leaving the scene under police investigation.
A lively list of produce prices and items appears, naming fruits and vegetables such as pomegranates, cantaloupes, peaches, pears, apples, corn, beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, lettuce, cabbage, potatoes, and more. The ad mentions California peaches, native greens, and a wide range of perishables with per unit and per dozen pricing, reflecting a bustling market catalog.
Position for Minear of this city has been announced by the agricultural department of Gaubbs Self Help and Industria college at Camhell My. Minear for two years was part of the San Ane tonio public schol garden department and instrumental in establishing Bracks park farm near Brackenridge park where a laboratory was equipped.
Flooding hit the suburb of Missionfield and nearby areas this morning, washing away 100 feet of fence at H.C. Feldmann’s property and causing minor damage to others. In San Angelo, San Angels area, a gas plant project valued at 70,000 dollars was completed, with gas distribution expected to ease supply citywide as cooling rain subsides.
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