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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1908
Page
17
All physicians urge Hood's Garsaparilla for breed ailments stomachs kidneys and livers. It lists ingredients such as cassaparilla silingla yellow duck sentian cherry bark dandelion juniper berries and more. The text claims unique formulas and superior cure power beyond any substitute.
In a meeting of San Antonio’s Business Men’s Club directors on Thursday afternoon a resolution was made public calling for examination by the United States Geological Survey. The resolution notes oil field development near San Antonio, artesian water, and other mineral deposits, urging a survey to attract private capital and boost county wealth, with efforts to complete within six months. Congressman James L Blayfen is asked to request the survey director.
Sir was yesterday awarded the contract by the commissioners court not preparing a new etybled pay for fee in the alien ng the county tax asseggur H. iM. Morey was prant ed a certificate of good moral charac ter to enable him to practice law and the quarterly report of Conny clerk Newton was tolad had approved.
An uumlustified medical ad touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for dyspepsia. It explains digestion and gastric juices, claims tablets supplement lacking elements and restore balance. It cites endorsements by physicians and offers mail order details from Stuart G Co Marshall Mich.
Chief Van Riper and Mayor Callaghan discuss changes to balance the police department with peers. A third sergeant or clerk at headquarters would create an eight hour shift to handle heavy duties, aiding desk operations and crime suppression. Assistant Marshal McCane supports planned improvements and aims for harmonious implementation.
Over 100 children of the Idle Ones and members of the Casino Society attended Christmas events at Turner hall and the society hall. Santa Claus arrived after 10 pm, with a program by the rulers, songs, and each child receiving candy and a toy before dancing till late.
A morning blaze at Ox Walker Avenue Day Nursery endangered 16 infants. Mrs. R. B. Cahill, patron, rushed through flames guiding frightened children to safety. Each infant was wrapped in a blanket and carried to safety as workers evacuated the building. Cahill collapsed from smoke and heat but saved the others before aid arrived.
Washington Dec 2 Dewey today marked his seventy fifth birthday at the Dewey Home. The veteran naval figure received many remembrances from friends nationwide while a quiet celebration kept him at ease.
The Hot Wells Company plans nearly 250000 in improvements including a two story brick hotel annex with a wide veranda lounge, a cafe and dance pavilion, a heated bath house and a 10 by 80 foot garage. Additional funds cover riverfront grounds, summer improvements, a vaudeville theatre, and an amusements park. M. Putnam, president, aims to make Hot Wells a top South resort near Hot Springs, Arkansas. Advertising and promotion will follow.
Memphis reporter Mealst Leased Wira states Clinton Girard leads officers at Pecan Point Arkansas in a search for Witt Girard son of the elderly man. Police also investigate suspicious circumstances surrounding the death, ongoing inquiry into the case.
A prominent Georgia farmer, unnamed in the fragments, killed himself at a country store about five miles from the area after an evening gathering. No known motive or cause is provided. Local authorities noted no signs pointing to the reason for the act.
In Fort Worth Texas on December 26, Jack Fulmer a Black man was struck and instantly killed in North Fort Worth late morning. The slayer remains at large as police investigate the driver and motive amid sparse details and conflicting testimony.
Promoters promise good clean vaudeville at affordable prices at the Royal Theatre tonight. Two shows planned for Sunday with an 8 o clock start and another shortly after. Daily matinees at three o'clock begin today.
Police authorities issued a request to arrest and hold a Dallas man described as a negro accused of burglary. The suspect allegedly stole $1200 from a local business on December 24 and was believed headed toward Dallas. Descriptions and efforts to locate him were circulated by officials.
Jeni Zett a longtime organizer of the Germanis MaAeniorcher and noted musical figure died in Chicago aged about 76. Born in Rhenish Prussia he joined the German musical scene in 1848 and later moved to Chicago, where he had long been active before his death yesterday.
Mrs Jennie Hyatt died Friday December 25 1908 at 2 16 pm The funeral will be held at 730 North Pine Street at 8 30 pm Rev JT Hutcheon to conduct the interment at One by P cen Cleary Price and acquaintances invited to attend
Construction continues at Villa Rosa adding 38 completed residences with more under way. The ambitious project aims for modern design, ample ventilation, lighting and heating, plus a communal club room for residents. About fifty workers drive the pace as builders advance on the premier apartment complex.
A three year old girl, Darvethy Murphy, daughter of Frederick Marghey, died after clothing ignited from a lawn fire at a neighbor’s home. A nearby child Lille Dorothy was burned trying to approach the flames. Mrs. Wilson acted quickly to smother the blaze. The child died about six hours later at Dr. Kenney's. The parents are nearly prostrated by the tragedy.
Members of the Ladies Auxiliary to C A C Division Liz are urged to attend the funeral of Sister H Y Hyatt at 2 30 p m Sunday at Holt. Officers Woods Gillett scene indicate officiating pastor members to assemble.
Mr George Findlay aged 69 of Drew San Antonio dies December 24 1008 at 904 St Charles Street His funeral will be held at his residence at 2 o'clock today Friends and acquaintances are invited to attend
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