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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
7
A child in San Antonio Texas on December 22 1908 writes to Santa Claus describing desired gifts a doll bed perfume and writing paper for Christmas noting the doll’s beauty and asking for a fairly large bed while hoping the request is not too large.
A pair of childhood notes from San Antonio dated December 1908 and December 22 190% ask Santa for small gifts. One child Anna Lucile Wilmhrs lists a doll purse and red ribbons, while another asks for blocks rocking horse a model train and a rubber wall toy.
A collection of short wishes from young children in San Antonio, dated December 1908, asking Santa for toys and gifts. Names include JOHN J. PETERSON, MAMIE PATERSON, FRANCES SMITH, FLORENCE SMITH, THELMA MARIE WIPES, and HELEN MARGURISH WHIDMERS, with addresses and ages noted.
Berlin says Caracas advices confirm reports that Castro was overthrown and Gomez government welcomed by native population and foreigners. It notes Gomez moves to restore relations and open navigation while unclear if Enrico Gomez returns. Hague reports Dutch minister to address Caribbean issues and possible early settlement with Venezuela amid tensions.
A dubious remedy named Rengo is claimed to reduce fat rapidly with safe use. Advertisement-style text asserts pound-a-day loss, no harm, pleasant taste, and wide medical support. Sold for $1 per box with prepaid options and trial packages offered by The Rengo Co. Detroit and several San Antonio agents listed.
Julius Haus opens a shed on the west side of Austin street for 315 dollars. Smils Gge alters the front on the south side of East Houston street for 60 dollars. J C Rice builds a barn on the north side of Whittier straat for 100 dollars. Geo Tabet adds on the east side of North frie street for 30 dollars. Regina R de Canta on the north side of Colima street for 50 dollars.
An art store offers oil and water paintings as Christmas gifts for couples. The notice mentions McDonald's Art Store and a stray phrase about Keeling and a dental specialty, with unclear extra details.
Local notices announce a slate of lodge and society gatherings this evening. Gencordia lodge 1793 and Alamo lodge 44 meet in respective halls alongside Monroe 424 Masons. Golden Star 42 Fraternal Order and Sunset division 197 B of L E convene at designated venues. Eagles 70, Woodmen of America, Ladies Auxiliary, and related groups join later programs. Union labor meetings include Bartenders No 12 and Cooks and Waiters No 219 at union halls.
Frater Kupper sues The Dinter Manufacturing in Thirty-seventh district court claiming negligence. Max Kupper, 20, employed there, suffered severe injuries when his right hand was caught in a roller in a drop machine, resulting in amputation of three fingers. plaintiff seeks $25,000 in damages.
At a recent San Antonio Presbytery session of United Presbyterian churches the resignation of Rev. W. McLeod D D was accepted and a letter of recommendation sent to the Talingham Synod of Washington. McLeod had received a call from the Ti. Presbyterian church of Eyborgtt, Wash. but his resignation was not considered until yesterday afternoon.
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