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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1907
Page
6
Fragmented city items report a Grand Ball in Meethaven and a North Wloves street ballroom, plus marriage license issuances for Leanne DeLeansd and Lanore Wingington. A Coast Guard style oil tank incident injures three men near Youston street Garland while two others face costly police station delays.
In corporation court on Houston Street at 9 p.m., Lester Elkins aged 16 and Quile Jones were fined 5 dollars each for drinking. Judge Buckley suspended sentences after a strict lecture on intoxicants, with arrests by Detective Womack. Both youths claimed they were overage and later admitted trying to fool the officer.
A chaotic report describes a man fined for various offenses after a fall from a street car and alleged intoxicants. A physician treated a suspected broken leg at the police station. Another case involves Lauria Yanos, accused of beating his wife, with a court warning and a $10 fine.
A Grand Ball features notable guests including the Higuatns and performances by Teathoven and Artal. The event promises formal elegance, live music, and dancing into the night.
A man named A G Vogt described digs in his yard at 944 South Laredo Street as part of a treasure hunt for gold claimed to be hidden years ago. He faced charges for digging a vault without permits and testified he pursued the gold to aid a money emergency, preparing witnesses through Wednesday to prove a genuine search rather than wrongdoing.
The Assembly Ball hosted by the young married Janes' club drew Houston society figures to Tiroer hall, lavishly decorated with ferns, pink roses, and chrysanthemum arrangements. Guests in elegant gowns included Mrs. Witten Maverick and Miss Praices Yetie, while Prof West and visiting guests from Mexico formed part of the festive gathering.
SAL Thompson of Pork mists visits the city and marks Aig headquarters at We Meriter William Hollis, a long time figure linked with the Jeri Tnternational railroad at Kagie Pass, noting his decades of service.
A fragmented advice column notes trouble with aiming, toenail care, and cautions against sharp instruments. It includes home remedies for ingrown nails and skin issues, with dubious medical guidance and references to facial cosmetics and improper medical ideas.
Historic account recalls Young Harlow steering a frightened horse to prevent a wreck. A woman and child were endangered when a wagon balked on the track. Harlow sprang into action, guiding the horse and freeing the carriage from disaster.
At a council meeting last night the board debated funding a neighborhood school near Rural and Broad avenues. Some members urged waiting on the bond, citing public funds, while others argued the local need justified early construction. The contract for nearby school projects totals 5200 with construction pending decisions on site. The building committee will inspect sites and determine acceptance with contractor C W Thoras on Monday at 9 am.
The National Latin Association discusses prohibiting dancing among Indians and minors, urging government action and possible new legislation to curb such performances. The meeting endorses stricter rules on sale of dancing and calls for standards to protect public morality.
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The tale describes wealthy families donating toys to poorer children at Christmas. Margaret Carnegie gives her old doll to the needy, symbolizing generosity. Mrs Carnegie explains many little girls lack beautiful things, and the old doll becomes a cherished gift.
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