Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

San Antonio Light in San Antonio, Texas

We have 22,786,314 pages in Texas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 28 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1909

Page

5

Digesting Meals With Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets

An advertisement extols Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as a digestion aid after every meal. It claims the tablet mixes with saliva to produce strong gastric fluids, aids digestion, and reduces flatulence. The formula includes Hy drastis, Golden Seal, Lactose, and Jamaica Ginger, with a claim that one grain digests 900 grains of food. Price is 50 cents per package. offers a free trial by mail from I A Stuart Co, Marshall Mich.

Stuart Jamaica Flatire Stori Seni I. A. Stuart Co Stuart Bidg Marshall, Mich

Prisoners Break From Qklahona Jail in Oklahoma

Special to The Light reports six inmates fled from the jail in Pails Valley toward the Texas line on February 3. Authorities seek to locate the escapees near the river and recapture them. The item includes unrelated ad text about Chamberlain's Salve and local commerce.

Pails Valley Okla Texas Yexay Ibori

Police Junk Sale Nets The City 147

A public sale of unclaimed property held by the police netted 147 for the city. The event, led by city auctioneer Mal O'Ftara, ran across the last six months with parcels from prisons containing jewels and watches surprising bidders. Remaining items included small mirrors and notebooks. A June 2 auction is planned for more property.

Mal O'ftara Dutal

Open Bids for San Antonio Federal Building Addition

Bids for the construction of the addition to the San Antonio federal building and post office will be opened in Washington tomorrow at noon. About a half dozen local general contractors reportedly submitted bids, including FB T Shields. Shields’ bid is said to total 197,500 dollars, about 3,500 over the government engineers’ estimate.

San Antonio Federal Building Supervising Architect Washington FB. T. Shields Ar Shields Shields

Mortuary notice for Charles K Trotter obituary

Charles I Trotter aged 54 died at 4 p m yesterday at his sister R Sullivan 117 South Cherry Street. He came from Colorado four weeks ago leaving four sisters in Texas and Missouri. Funeral this afternoon from Sullivan residence with interment in K P Cemetery. Also reported Niclas Flores aged 7 died at 11 20 am at his home 207 South Laredo Street after illness of several months. Interment will be in local cemetery.

Charles K. Trotter Charles I. Trotter R. Sullivan Mr. Trotter Trot Colorado Feu J. R. Sullivan C. B. Conrad San Antonio M. V. Weltmer J. E. Dillon St. Lani O'Clerk Sullivan Tesidartee Cherry Street K. of P. Cemetery N. Flores Nicglas Flores Nome South Laredo Street Anti France

Zion Baptist Church Watch Night Services Announced

The notice lists services at Zion Baptist Church on February 7 and upcoming Sundays. Priest Rev. G. Gorhy and Clerk M. M. Littlejohn are named. Sunday school at 4 pm, prayer meeting Tuesday, and a sermon titled The Lord Is My Shepherd planned. Real estate ads appear in the classifieds.

Santas Street Carter Dawse Wien Cpl G. Gorhy M. M. Littlejorn

Supreme Court Turns Down Bexar Case

The record includes unclear references to a Texas court decision involving Bexar County. Names and details are fragmented, but indicate a Supreme Court action denying a case from Bexar. The readable elements mention entities such as Trinity Life and Amul y security and several individuals or parties, though specifics are obscured.

Supreme Court BEXAR

Naval captain on court martial examined under fire

A naval captain faced a court martial inquiry amid grilling questions about leadership and discipline. The proceedings touched on resilience, intoxicants, and conduct aboard a flagship in a tense maritime context. Sources indicate the proceedings involve high level naval officers and a U S minister to Morocco in relation to the case.

Gibraltar Mawar Qualtrough Walowreie Saino Ginmiere Morocco Louistuoe

Wealthy Tulsa Investor Sees Bold San Antonio Real Estate Prospects

Jno Bullett of Tulsa, wealthiest man, visiting San Antonio with Cllren George of Alamo Heights. He praises the low San Antonio real estate prices versus Tulsa, predicts rapid development and a strong future, and plans extensive investments. He is impressed by Avenue C ride to Brackenridge Park and Alamo Heights as a premier suburb.

Jno. Bullett Tulsa Okla San Antonio Hallett Cllren George Alamo Heights Bullett Tulan Avenue C Brackenridge Park Alamo

Couple Die by Gas in Hotel in Philadelphia

Maurice Patterson, of Philadelphia, and a woman named Margaret Loman were found dead from gas asphyxiation in a hotel room. The line of text mentions a Lewistown, Pa. connection and a separated husband, with scattered reference to real estate ads and classifieds.

Philadelphia Maurice Patterson Margaret Loman Lewistawh Syornan Tg Hier Brebiant

Undertakers seek school relief with Austin visit

A fragmented report shows F Burnt & Co Undertakers discussing a trip to Austin for school relief and references to a school board, superintendent Lavkin, and attorney Crd amid unclear questions about taxation and district plans. Distorted names and places are present, with efforts described as a formal inquiry to local authorities.

Carlos Boo Edward Tynan Lavkin Austin Gyles Indo Venton

Oil Explosion Maims Fort Worth Fireman

A Rock Island fireman was badly injured in an oil explosion near Wayne Oregon. The incident occurred when a lantern was placed into an oil hole causing a blast that hurled the worker about 20 feet.

Fort Worth Tex Bob T. Vp Hongton Rock Island Broush Wanye Orl Cilline Jonston HO

Nineteenth Infantry Officer Receives Lieutenant Appointment

John McNeil sergeant major at Fort Bliss was made second lieutenant in the Philippine access today. The move elevates a long serving Nineteenth Infantry officer as the army reshapes leadership at Fort Bliss and beyond.

al Paso Tes Teh John Mc. Neil Nineteenth Infantry Fort Bliss Ike

Word of Vinal Aid Prompts Cautious Cure Claim

A damaged fragment claims a patient endured weakness and illness, praising Vinal and Virol medicines with endorsements from a doctor and druggist. It alleges positive effects on health and stamina, urging readers to trust the remedies and demand refunds if not benefited.

FFTH Leads City in Building Permits by Ward

City Building Inspector James Wahrenberger reports in the city clerk office that the fifth ward leads in building activity for January with twelve permits totaling $9,975. The fourth ward is second with 54 permits and $70,220 valuation, while other wards show varying counts and values.

James Wahrenberger Abbey Whith Wives Salalo

Five Votes Elect Wile Boer ne Mayor

Special to The Light Pherne Tex Feb 3 In a warmly weathered election W J Wile was elected mayor over Adolph Weyrich by five votes The contest chiefly over big office Joy Saunders elected tax collector and a closer marshal over Charles Ksite by 58 Well named aldermen L W Kin Max Meseler Joe Dlenge Adolph Wender L H Schrader Also contains a long health ad urging Chamberlin cough remedy with dubious claims for pneumonia and other diseases, urging sale by all druggists.

Pherne Tex W. J. Wile Adolph Weyrich Nywgin Big Offic Joy Saunders Wnd Marshal Ovee Charles Ksite L. W. Kin Max Meseler Joe Dlenge Adolph Wender L. H. Schrader

Boiler Explosion Kills One, Wounds Three at Hardcasthe Company

A boiler blast at the Hardcasthe Company in Boi Te Tex ferociously hurled workers into the air, killing one man and injuring three others. Witnesses described debris raining down as the boiler ruptured, with several men rushed to a hospital. The incident damaged nearby structures and left a family grieving Merwin who lived nearby.

Boi Te Tex G. Meryine Wilk Mred Hanks Chim Dattie Gus Shakin Flor Ware Dms Detrek Merwin Kyte

Runaway Runaway Loses Foot After City Crash

Dr Lowrey amputated the Jett foot for WO WT Sutton a well known resident of San Antonio last night at Physicians and Surgeons hospital. Sutton is reported in serious state but expected to recover. Sutton was driving from his farm near Merg's Mill when his horse frightened the vehicle. Near Alone Dressed Boot company in the eastern city section Sutton was thrown and injured. medical staff worked to save him.

Suiston

Swallowed Nickel Claims 18 Deaths Today

An unclear report from Dallas Texas cites Epechal and Tanita Gallo with alleged links to a deadly nickel swallowing case. Authorities today announced preliminary findings pointing to three weeks prior events, while ongoing investigations seek to clarify the sequence and responsible parties.

Dallas Tex Tanita Gallo

Simple Mixture Promises Relief For Itchy Scalp

An ad alleges a home remedy to stop itching scalp caused by dandruff. It prescribes mixing alcohol with Beta-tuinel and other ingredients, applied daily to the scalp and ingested in small amounts, claiming it will improve hair, skin, and stomach issues. It cites a local drug store as seller.

Vandal

Snowstorm Reported in San Antonio Last Night

Credible witnesses say snow fell in San Antonio around 10 30 PM though local weather records do not confirm. Juvenile officer S Bethel recalls being at San Pedro Park during the flurries and notes the small flakes scattered widely, with observers unable to count them all.

San Antonio United States Meather Bureau S. Bethel Lowan Ohe Offloan Bethel Bethel San Pedro Park

Police Foil County Convict Escape Near Depot

An escapee from the county jail near the national depot was recaptured by Patrol Mitchell after fleeing from a camp. The prisoner, recently released in a court case with a 60 day sentence, seized Deputy Sheriff Nines’ horse and buggy before being captured and placed in county custody.

Patron Mitchel National Depot Baying Hightech Ronviet Justea Vost Rand

Believe Insurance Law Repealed Debate Result

A school event featured an essay on John Marshall by W H Priest and two debates on repealing the Robertson Insurance Law. The affirmative team Paul F H Seholz and Charles Neidert argued for repeal, while Worrest I and Artie Mish led the negative side. The judges awarded the affirmative team the win.

John Marshall W. H. Priest Paul FH. Seholz Charles Neidert Worrest Arthie Mish

Argue Case Against American Book Co

Spreta in The Light Amst Tex Bed 4 Assistant Korney Conor Lightout and Special Counsel Alton confirmed arguments on behalf of the state of Texan pony in Me onster and penal suits against the American Hook company of New Jersey before Judge Calhoun. The state's chef contuation is Uae the American Naok company of New degaey a vahularily organazed the Amerigan Boole canny of New York then trapaterred il) the pap erty Lothak wancern shal aes owner s of the Inve company wis iden Hew with the garner corporation it ty Boy HM tea diets and obligadoins at the parent woncerh Mininey Ty . Yalitwin, Siew Yon defended the CEA PANN ohatniubing the woprrisat iw to be iv.

Spreta Amst Tex Korney Conor Lightout Alton State of Texan Pony American Hook Company New Jersey Calhoun Chef Contuation Uae American Naok Company New Degaey Amerigan Boole Canny New York Paperty Lothak Wancern Shal Aes Inve Company Wis Garner Corporation Woncerh Mininey Ty Yalitwin

Court Saves Knight From Death Penalty In Appeal

A chaotic court record shows a knight’s death sentence reversed on appeal amid references to alleged threats. The case includes mentions of a person named Rilel and a residence tied to Larmon, with unclear details about the defendant, victims, and authorities.

Todiy Robvai Rilel Wright Eutertinge Larmon

Eldest Denton County wedding breaks record

Vaughan aged 83 and Miss Mary England aged 57 tied the knot in Pilot Point to set Denton County’s record for the oldest bride and groom. The ceremony drew local attention as officials note the unusual age gap and milestone for area nuptials.

Denton Tex Mab Uh Vaughan Veany Mary England Pilot Point Ladey Denton County

Texan Witnesses Examined in Muskogee Land Fraud Case

Texans testified in Muskogee court as part of a land fraud probe. The last of several Texas witnesses were examined today in the complex interstate case, with proceedings continuing into the week.

Texas Muskogee Oka Teh Eutr Poehaed Muskoges

Cough Remedy Promises Quick Relief and Safety Claims

A patent medicine formula mixes glycerine pine essence and whiskey to treat coughs. Doses are every four hours with instruction to use genuine Virgin Olive Oil and pure cod liver oil, produced and guaranteed by Leach Chemical Co in Cincinnati.

Leach Chemical Co Cincinnati

Also Mentioned on This Page

Qklahona Ferema Teller Tormiane Charberlain Kanes M. Maruckran Prowler Lavan Marshall Mitt Fm Namo Eny Mt, Zion Gaptist Church Astin Trinity Life Manto Lindwiger Hesary Cotton Heltye Franks Siouro Jet Hutter Tom Grech Mink Avarn Graulends G Hub SA Unt Armanilin Jiaitsclimum Terrell Povsi Courtmartial A. F. Burnt, & Go, Undertakers, Eos Aggree Tomas Sven Kiderantve ALM Eider Drugelut Gan Antonis Joske TEA Big Store FFTH Wile Boerne Hurtin American Book CO Petrich- Saur Lumber Lamar Trip Aransas Pass Corpus Christi Rockport Browneville Claude Springall Gexar Brug Bot
Search Courier

Search the San Antonio Light Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The San Antonio Light?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication