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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1913
Page
5
Senator Stone of Missouri, once stricken with grippe, was reported by his physicians today to be out of danger after fears for his condition.
The U S Supreme Court will decide the federal liability for Mountain Meadow 1857 massacre property. Miranda Thurston seeks 9500 dollars for livestock and belongings claimed in the Indian depredations case. the government opposes. Her suit dates to 1877 with prior court rulings on tribal status.
A commerce department inquiry into China's trade conditions is proposed to assess establishing a permanent US products exposition in China. Representative Bowdle of Ohio introduced the bill authorizing $20,000 for the inquiry.
Volunteers delivered six hundred or more holiday baskets as Christmas Cheer workers, led by Mrs. James M. Young and Mrs. Benno Kayton, distributed meals, bacon, candy, and potatoes. The drive drew crowds, with street urchins and beggar women watching from the storefronts.
A Tuesday benefit at the Grand Opera House raised about 900 to 1000 dollars for the Christmas cheer fund. Directed by Jack Burke and Lloyd Spencer, the event featured professional and amateur acts from local theaters with proceeds donated and thanks given to volunteers and venue owners.
Lillian Russell's feature festival, chosen by John Cort, travels from near New York to the Pacific coast on a twenty week itinerary. The Grand hosts her on Christmas Day with an afternoon and evening performance and a special orchestra plus forty renowned specialty artists.
The eminent Shake spearean duo E. H. Sothern and Julia Marlowe headline the Grand on Friday night and Saturday matinee and night. They are praised as the most popular classic actors before the public with enduring crowds and hearty greetings. Their Shakespearean presentations are described as unrivaled in the country, bestowing confidence in their followers.
Local shop promotes a wide range of suits and overcoats with a promise of fitting every man who visits. Emphasizes personal service and expert fitting to ensure satisfaction for tomorrow’s needs.
Willard Simms stars in Flinders Furnished Flats at the Majestic, a farcical paper hanging bit where a handyman mispapers the wrong flat. Margaret Lucier joins with a closing song burlesque, Fay, the Coleys, and Fay provide black face numbers, while Ben Wynn delivers charming coon songs and dance with a captivating grin.
Special notice announces Christmas dinner at Flite Cafe from 12 noon to 8 pm. Dinner priced at 75 cents per plate. Marina Buratovich, proprietor, 218 Losoya St. Ad promises the best if you ask for it and references Perfection Lard optional.
A Tuesday night fire started likely from a careless lighter on a cigar stump in a closet on the second floor of the Rilling building at 112 and 114 West Commerce. The blaze, hard to fight for about 30 minutes, caused about 500 dollars in damage to the Singer Sewing Machine Company units and 50 dollars to the Retail Merchants Association HQ, with minor damage to Dr. Alex Pagenstacher’s office. The headquarters will be out of commission for several days.
Finishing touches complete for Dallas City Park’s first municipal Christmas tree as thousands gather tonight to sing carols around the giant live oak. Tree will glow with multicolored lights but no gifts will be given.
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