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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1915
Page
4
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Tomas Quintero, of 325 South Bank Avenue, was seriously injured when two automobiles collided at the South Lareda and Holeresa streets intersection Friday afternoon. He was taken to the city hospital with chest injuries and possible leg damage. Police expect charges of reckless driving against the drivers. The incident occurred as Quintero crossed Ta koda Street. one car reportedly struck a cyclist before the impact. The Rotary Club recently announced support for a public project in Corpus Christi, tying into broader local civic activity.
A jumble of names notes visitors and guests at the Menger and Gunter in San Antonio and New York, including Mrs WW, Davidsen, Kent of St Louis, Mrs 10 W. Watford of Corpus Christi, Mrs Ft Den of Waredale, A. A. Wrank of St Louis, Smith of Yoakum, and Wilmer Lee Leon. Included are arrivals and registrations at the Gunter Hotel and the Menger, with references to Bayville and NY contact.
Announcement for a Free Lecture on Christian Science repeats for scientists, teachers, and society members. It lists date and time as 0530, mentions host church leadership, and invites public attendance. The text is garbled with OCR errors but conveys an upcoming community lecture event.
Rotary club dedicates a permanent Christmas tree on Alamo Plaza in San Antonio aided by A D P Bar. Rotarians and residents attended the luncheon and ceremony with plans for annual gifts to needy children and a future Christmastime event. Maclyn Arbuckle and others expected as guests of honor.
An old warning touts daily internal cleansing and hot water with limestone phosphate to purge the bowels and purify the body. It claims toxins feed bacteria, suggesting morning routines to improve digestion, skin, and overall health through internal sanitation.
The Houston Chronicle reports Rotarians praised the Christmas celebration aiding poor children, with Thomas H. Franklin as principal speaker on the Administration of the Law. Colonel M. F. Waltz, new Fort Ramblouston commander, offered aid, while Dr. A. T. Lowry presided as toastmaster at State Bank.
General Funston accepted an invitation to join Caesar Klebers and J. Kennedy of Sarita on a hunting trip to Kingsville and Kenedy county. The group plans wild turkey and deer drives in the Kenedy pasture with hopes of wild duck along the Gulf coast.
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