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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1904
Page
2
A long, ornate excerpt on parenting, choice, and the law of nature guiding a child’s future. It discusses freedom of choice, the role of parental guidance, and the balance between mind and hand. The piece urges embracing one’s natural bent, then dedicating effort to chosen work, whether in farming, crafts, or professions.
An investigative critique cites the Snider Piano Company at 402 East Houston Street detailing deceitful pricing and pay-when-you-can plans. The narrative argues customers faced overcharges and staggered payments, urging public confidence through transparent terms and fair pricing. The piece praises Snider for offering top brands and affordable pianos, positioning the store as a leader in southern markets.
City Collector Todt A Bitter reports 2374.70 for the week ending Dec 10 apportioned among funds including General 1806.40 Cemetery 190.04 Improvement district No. 1 School and Carnegie funds. notes on photographer H Smith experimenting with photography on handkerchiefs and a glass image that resists water.
Fragmentary ad snippet mentions cleaning and pressing services, PINE DRESS HATH specialty, and an offer of special help. It references a few obscured names and a note about pictures taken the 20th being ready by Christmas.
A garbled medical fragment suggests a remedy for digestive issues mentioning a medicine and a vague instruction. The readable parts imply improvised digestion aid and a hurried recommendation, but the overall meaning is unclear.
Complex extradition case centers on Charles F. Dodge and a New York romance involving Esther Morse. Proceedings in Wharton and federal courts hinge on habeas writs, service of divorce, and anticipated Supreme Court ruling as Dodge seeks to remain free in Texas until return to face New York charges.
A tangled legal saga unfolds as Dodge fights extradition from Texas to New York. Federal money support, habeas corpus battles, and a dramatic pursuit by New York detectives shape the case. The Supreme Court’s pending mandate looms as authorities maneuver to return him for alleged crimes in New York.
Dec 10 Wero Texas report on the sale of a large plant for 50000 dollars to Alfred Aheel and associates. The deal, handled by John M. Comnor, appears disputed, with questions about the plant’s abandonment and value. The note mentions The Palace of Music, a large stock of instruments, and a local jewelry firm. Holiday rail rates advertised by Katy Line offer trips from December 20 to 26 with 30 day return limits.
Fragmented report links a shooting incident to a local woman, with references to a related murder charge. The text mentions officers arresting a woman for a similar charge, and lists various local names and businesses amid a chaotic OCR read.
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