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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1908
Page
1
Stockdale Texas December 29 Nola the eight year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Merrill W Smith died Monday morning after only a few hours illness.
In Stockdale Texas on December 20, reports describe a period of unsettled conditions, with two notable cash activity fluctuations and widespread interference from intermittent rough weather affecting the surrounding countryside. Local merchants note cautious trading as communities adjust to the changing conditions.
In California mass meetings were held at hundreds of locations to oppose impending transcontinental freight rate increases slated for January 1. An executive shippers committee organized the protests, predicting large city turnout and arguing the higher rates would impose a 10 million dollar annual tax on California consumers.
Harry Boone reviews a mudt est comedy at Gye Grand Opera House presented by the Catholic club. Walter Fegan stars as Pat O'Reilly with Miss Hanlon delivering singing specialties and a large cast including Esther O'Brien and William Hanlon. The production, led by General Manager J. J Costigan, is praised as a notable amateur theater affair.
San Antonio crowds enjoy Emma Bunting and company in Ssiomy Jane described as outstanding. Matinees Wednesday Friday and Saturday with reception and portraits of Bunting and Glark. Next week The Burglar's Daughter set in New York City lower East Side. Various performers praised for singing dancing and comic turns.
Mabel Miller of the 101 Ranch on Oklahoma’s 100000 Acre tract will headline the 101 Ranch Wild West Show on New Year’s Day. She rops mounts and subdues bucking horses, claims riding astride is safer and more graceful, and cites President Roosevelt’s support as boosting women in rodeo. She argues mounted freedom and health through riding astride, challenging sidesaddle norms and promising spirited feats for spectators.
Maryland Dawn, described as a Black man, faced a $10 fine by Judge Buckley in the corporation court this morning after a fight on South Concha Street last June during which several people were hurt. Dawn had evaded police until last night when Officer Dorcha finally arrested him in the city.
A bustling Royal venue features the stellar Musical Wilsona and a strong vaudeville lineup. The Time Place and The Girl plus Mrs Temple's Telegram headline at the Grand with multiple matinees and evening shows. Lectures by Prof Knox on wealth and self help are planned at Lotus Club.
Marg Morente Erb and Catherine Belval faced trial in Delaware county court for the murder of Captain J. Clayton Erb at Red Gables near Green. The incident arose from a quarrel in which both women participated, with Belval accused of firing the fatal shot.
ROYALLY ENTERTAINED WHILE ON DEER HUNT E. B. Smith, Sidneymith and A. P. Stapp have just returned from a successful deer hunt. They went about 18 miles south of Hondo and bagged fine bucks and 76 birds. They stopped with Mr. and Mrs. F A. Wilber at their ranch, found baked turkey and cake, and thanked the Wilbers for their hospitality. Ballard's Sion Liniment advertised for rheumatism relief.
New York reports Earlduke Caruso will donate a week’s galley of performances for Italian earthquake victims. He is said to earn about $2600 weekly at the Metropolitan Opera House.
A casual household exchange notes the coal supply lasting about 100 years while a husband dismisses the claim, saying their own supply is already worn down. The fragment hints at a broader discussion of energy reserves and consumer concerns.
Notice warns January 31 as the last day to pay county and city taxes to avoid penalties and to be eligible to vote. It stresses paying early to avoid rush and confirms poll taxes must be paid before February to vote next year. Also includes a joke line about a divorce case with a caller asking for grounds.
Juan Alvino Falcon faced police court after a Christmas night revolver display at a West Side saloon caused a panic. He grabbed a pistol from the counter and waved it while ordering patrons to flee, then was fined 15 dollars once the threat ended.
A 100 dollar reward is offered by Hall's Catarrh Cure proprietors for any case it cannot cure. The ad asserts catarrh is constitutional and cured by internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. It promotes the preparation as strengthening the general constitution and lists testimonials and a Chicago address for Dr. Cheney & Co.
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