Meteor interrupts hunters card game in Webb county
William Reuter and L S Go forth reported a meteor dropped from the sky during a camping trip near a deserted Webb county ranch house. The object burned through a blanket and mattress, landed on a cot, and smoked before it was extinguished. The men returned to San Antonio with the fragment, claiming it to be a meteor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Reuter
Mallory Steamship Line
L.S. Goforth
I. & G. N. Railroad
Webb County
San Antonio
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Ad
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a quinine and iron tonic. The label claims a tasteless formula, with the price noted as 50 cents per bottle.
City to strictly enforce fireworks ordinance during holidays
Fire and Police Commissioner Robert Uhr announced that officers will arrest violators of the city ordinance banning giant powder fireworks on public streets during the holidays. He noted few arrests have occurred under this rule and urged strict observance, though small firecrackers on private property remain allowed.
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Robert Uhr
Daily Airguns and Ammunition Ad Listing
Portage Tire Co and SAM Speir Hardware promote airguns and ammunition offerings. Advertisements reference 2218 Alamo and 219 Losoya Street with mentions of Perfection Oil Heaters.
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Portage Tire Co
Alamo
Adv
Perfection
Sam Speir
Losoya St
West Follow Footsteps of Grandfather West
Judge Duval West set to be sworn as federal judge for the Western District of Texas becoming the fourth in a line starting with Thomas H. Duval in 1858. He will begin his term January 9 in San Antonio after awaiting Senate confirmation and will preside across six district divisions.
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Duval West
Western District
Texas
Thomas H. Duval
Austin
E. B. Turner
T. S. Maxey
Maxey
San Antonio
West
United States
Waco
el Paso
del Rio
Pecos City
Judge West
Mexico
Rest Room Planned for County Court House Women
County officials approve a women rest room in the county court house dividing part of the bit room used by County School Superintendent P. F. Stewart for examinations. Archite ct Henry T. Phelps will design the plans. The room will have a lavatory chairs mirrors couches and other comforts. Cost expected to exceed 500 with masonry work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Court House
P. F. Stewart
James R. Davis
Henry T. Phelps
Davis
Arrest of forger sought after Smithville warrant
A 45 year old white man wanted in Smithville for passing two worthless checks of 75 and 100 dollars was arrested in town at 9 30 tonight by police on information from Smithville. An officer will travel here Saturday to take the suspect into custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heig
Smithville
Community notices and ads mix of services and events
San Antonians can donate cast-off garments for boys by contacting Mr. Boles at the county hospital or courthouse to arrange pickup. Hermann Sons Christmas tree event for members and families on Dec 26. Local jewelry ads promote prices and pawn/loan services with several firms listed. A New Year’s Eve dance at Macdona Shooting Club Hall and a Moose Club Friday dances are noted. A Western Union boys banquet and various local business ads follow with brief notices and service offers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boles
Hermann Sons
Western Union Telegraph Company
J. Ross Boles
Alamo Plaza
Houston Street
Chicken thief caught in Florida and Hoefgen area
John Striech reports the chicken disappearance in the Florida street and Hoefgen avenue area was solved with the capture of the thief Friday morning. The incident ends a period of coop thefts in the locality.
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John Striech
Florida Street
Hoefgen Avenue
Pape’s Diapepsin Promises Fast Digestive Relief
A vintage advertising excerpt touts Pape’s Diapepsin as a quick fix for indigestion. It claims five minute relief from sour stomach, gas, and undigested food, with a large case costing fifty cents and broad use by millions.
Thief Captured By Dogs At Striech Henhouse
A thief proved to be a big raccoon. His presence at the Striech henhouse was made known at 2 o'clock in the morning by watch dogs and these aided by Mr. Striech finally captured the intruder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Striech Henhouse
Mr. Striech
Law Offices Relocate and Attorney Ad List
Charles E. Lee moves offices to Prudential Building rooms 08 610 612 with J F Carl at 521 Bedell as attorney. Crockett 12650 listed. Also ads for Jeffery Cars 1.50 hr and Menders of Men wellness ad at Butler's Electric Bath 515 Navarro Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schlesinger & Schlesinger
Charles E. Lee
Frost
Prudential Bldg
J. F. Carl
Bedell Building
Phone Crockett
Butler's
Navarro St
Riebe's Gift Shop Ad Promotes Enduring Taste
The advertisement touts gifts that endure as the mark of refined taste. Riebe's promotes quality selections as evidence of superior style and lasting value.
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Riebe's Jewelry Store
Main Ave
Adv
Missing 18 Year Old Alfonso Jr. Sought By Riverside Family
Alfonso Reymann Sr. reported to Sheriff John W Tobin Friday morning that his 18 year old son Alfonso Jr. went to Riverside School Thursday and did not return home. A description has been broadcast. the family lives on Riverside Drive near the fair grounds.
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Alfonso Reymann Sr
John W. Tobin
Alfonso Jr
Riverside
Tobin
Riverside Drive
Fair Grounds
Pecans Stolen From Duerler Factory on South Laredo
Eight and a half barrels of pecans were stolen from the G. A. Duerler Manufacturing Company on South Laredo Street after a Thursday night break in. Sheriff John W. Tobin and deputies investigated after the burglary, which involved forced entry and rolling the barrels out with a wagon or automobile waiting.
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Duerler
South Laredo Street
G. A. Duerler Manufacturing Company
John W. Tobin
Footballs and Boxing Gloves at Eyeage Tire Co
A vivid line of dialogue from a local display at Eyeage Tire Co 221 South Alamo contrasts stubbing with an unseen force. The quirky exchange hints at a promotion blending sports gear and humor.
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Eyeage Tire Co
S. Alamo
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F.S. & U. Shoes
Knox
AN QOM_ outfitters
Ilsbee
Meteor
Interstate
Orpheum
Keith
the Dahrooge Go., Inc
Wilson
Vera Cruz
Mexico City
War Department
Department
Bar Association
Bar Association of Austin
Court House
House of Travel
Heromeo
Dixie Dance
Willett Orch
Durling Printing Company
Richter
Culling Printing Company
J. H. Green
Frank R. Newton
Josephine Green
West Commerce St
Hummel's
Appmann
Appmann Bldg
W. Houston St
Andy
W. Commerce
Houston St
Riebe Jewelry Store
Macdona Shooting Club
Leek Band
Adams
Will Adams
New Braunfels
Homen Bros. Orchestra
Best
Alamo Jewelry Co
O'Connell Loan Co
Horace E. Wilson
State Bank
C. W. Davis
Harlandale
Kehoe Loan Co
Commerce St
F. G. Norton
Houston
Soledad
Jeffery
Stubbing
Liberty
Walthall Motor Car Co
Crockett
Mackinaw
Ana
East &J. Louis
Missouri Av
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