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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1908
Page
5
A San Antonio Brownsville railroad committee struggles to secure right of way and terminal grounds as some parties seek speculative profits from land options. The issue of bond waivers progresses well, with many subscribers sending waivers daily and expected to be complete by Saturday.
Funeral notices detail Mrs Matilda Schroeder wife of George Schroeder pioneer merchant whose funeral drew a large crowd at 440 East Commerce Street with German sermon. burial in City Cemetery No 4. Mrs Annie Kuehn, wife of Alderman E A Suehn, mourned with city officials present. interment in Cemetery No 3. Also listed are the deaths of Esequiel Guintero two years old from enteritis. Harvey Moinyhan age 38. Maria Francis Longoria six. A A Roempke, Lone Star brewery cashier, death from heart failure. burials planned in Elmendorf and Rochester after travel from San Antonio.
Advertisement notes options to buy oil or water paintings as gifts for a bride and groom during Christmas. Mentions McDonald's Art Store and references to events or performers with unclear names and dates. The readable fragment emphasizes art purchases and a festive season sale.
Special to The Light from Gainesville Texas reports Sam Davis, age 60, found guilty of manslaughter in the Len Clark murder case. Jury fixed a two year penitentiary term with possibility of appeal after a prior prior conviction. Defense intends to seek a wet trial if possible.
A local plea asks residents to honor a faithful postman during Christmas with gifts for services rendered. The notice suggests that amid holiday visits, recognition of his daily year round duties would be fitting as a token of appreciation.
Under supervision of City Electrician, the entire equity tent in the central fire alarm office is undergoing complete renovation. Work on installing new porticoes to the fire alarm system will begin within the next week. December 19 is noted with Turner ball and an anticipated musical event.
A fragmented 1908 era note praises Letter Cartier for faithful service through the year. The brief text mentions gifts, friendships, and fading joys, implying a year-end tribute or greeting to favored readers.
A reflective verse questions whether distant news bring lasting gain and appreciation. It ponders offering, substantial bills, and reciprocal affection, contrasting what one can give with what is received, and hints at Creation's blot and blank.
Washington Dec 1 The president sent to the Senate nominations for a series of diplomatic posts and state appointments including Kibby of Arizona named as Governor of Arizona with other appointees such as Williams of Massachusetts and Tolman of Illinois in a broader slate announced today.
A historic healthcare note promotes Head's Sarsaparilia as the remedy to regulate the liver and kidneys. The text emphasizes restoring organ balance and general wellness through this preparation.
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