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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1916

Page

12

Grand Ball by Willets Orchestra at Fest Hall

Grand Ball given by Willets Orchestra at Fest Hall Thursday night admission 25 cents. Also bids opened for supplying Bexar county with disinfectants insecticides and washing powders for one year with four bidders present. referred to County Health Officer for report. Eagles Annual Ball at Turner Hall Saturday evening Feb 5 1916 admission 50 cents ladies free John Souter’s music.

Willets Orchestra Fest Hall Bexar County D. Berrey Turner Hall John Souter

Rabbi N. Gerstein to Speak on Equality and Wisdom

Rabbi N. Gerstein will deliver a lecture titled Equality and Wisdom at the Orthodox Jewish synagogue at 8 o'clock Friday night. David Cantor of Chicago will officiate the meeting.

N. Gerstein David Cantor Chicago

Papacy and Peace Conference Role Questioned

Italian Count Soderini argues Pope Benedict XV seeks a just durable peace and may send delegates to the peace conference. He says opposition stems from fears of papal internationalization and foreign interference in Italy. The Pope would exert moral influence on issues including Poland Belgium Serbia and Armenia.

Rome Paris Count Soderini Chamber of Deputies Leo XIII Benedict XV Italy Poland Belgium Serbia Armenia

Rabbi Marks to Speak on A Citys Strength at Beth-E Temple

Rabbi Samuel Marks will address the topic A Citys Strength at Temple Beth-E on Friday at eight in the evening. The public is invited to attend. The notice also lists Overland Auto Livery with addresses on Soledad Street and hourly rates for new service.

Overland Auto Soledad St Rabbi Marks Samuel Marks Temple Beth-E Louis Schatzkey Slocum Place Bethel Cemetery

Gratis desk blotters offer from Lodo vic Printing Co

An offer from Lodo vic Printing Co at 427 Main Ave promises two desk blotters delivered free. The ad lists the phone Crockett 5470 W for inquiries and order placement.

Phone Crockett Lodovic Printing Co Main Ave

Ankerson Returns to Duty After Injury

Ankerson, police patrol driver, reported for duty Wednesday after healing a broken right hand sustained weeks ago at the central police station. During his absence Officer Bartholomae managed the night relief patrol.

O'Connell Loan Co Advertises Jewelry Loans

O'Connell Loan Co located at 112 E Houston Street offers loans on diamonds watches and jewelry. Messenger boys available and phones listed as 101 Co W. Davis sells Elgin and Waltham watches with easy payments. Credit 6114.

O'Connell Loan Co Houston Street W. Davis Elgin Waltham Nn

Thieves Take Leghorns From Farm Near San Antonio

Thieves raid White Feather Farm twelve miles east of San Antonio on Wednesday night and steal fifty Leghorn hens valued at 75. Mrs A Zoeller of 922 Dawson street reports twenty nine Leghorn hens stolen Wednesday night.

White Feather Farm San Antonio E. C. Querean A. Zoeller Dawson Street

Sewer Connections and Plumbing Ad

W. G. Schuwirth & Co. offers sewer connections and plumbing services at 231 Commerce St with phone Crockett 641.

W. G. Schuwirth & Co I Commerce St Crockett

Pythian Sisters Dance Friday at Gunter Hotel

A Pythian Sisters dance is scheduled for Friday February 4 in the Gunter Hotel ballroom with admission set at 25 cents. Proceeds or event details not specified in the readable text.

Pythian Sisters Gunter

Three Burglaries Reported in City Lodging and Homes

Police learned of three burglaries on Wednesday night. At 207 Mission Street the Chavez and Hailey families were away and jewelry valued around 200 dollars was stolen. The Schuler home at 2415 West Travis lost ten dollars about 7 15 p m. J Dot residence at 403 East Commerce saw clothing and two pistols stolen.

Mission Street A. L. Chavez L. L. Hailey J. F E. Schuler West Travis Street J. Dot East Commerce Street

Reinhard & Co Graduated Roasters Draw Compliments

Satisfied customers praise Red Swan Coffee and Reinhard & Co as top rated roasters. Endorsing patrons say the beans deliver consistent aroma and flavor, making it a favored pick for gifting and everyday enjoyment.

Reinhard&Co

Turkish Bath and Massage Parlors Ad Listed

An advertisement offers Turkish bath and massage services for ladies and gentlemen at 515 Na varro Street opposite the St. Anthony Hotel.

Navarro St St. Anthony Hotel Adv

Lehr Sues City Over Damages To Properties

David Lehr, plaintiff in the Forty-fifth District Court, seeks damages from the city of San Antonio for injuries to lots 12 13 and 14 by Alazan creek. He says a low city bridge caused storm water to back up during a freshet, washing away part of a house.

David Lehr Forty-fifth District Court San Antonio Alazan Creek

Three Children Hit by Automobiles in City Streets

Three youngsters were struck by cars Wednesday afternoon. Fred Rodriguez of 208 Crosby Street was hit at Hackberry and Van Ness at 5:45 p.m. Ramona Rodriguez of Austin Street, daughter of Mrs. Theodora Rodriguez, suffered slight bruises. A third, unnamed roller skater collided with a vehicle at Paschal Street and Dewey Place.

Fred Rodriguez Crosby Street Hackberry and van Ness Streets Ramona Rodriguez Theodora Rodriguez Austin Street Paschal Street Dewey Place

Adyv Advertises Cheap Oyster Meal in Boston

Boston Yavich offers a 25 cent meal and oysters at 20 cents a dozen. The brief ad lists Wooston and 104 FEF as identifiers.

Boston Wooston

Bragging Neighbors Debate Height Of Fathers

In a London Opinion item a boy boasts his father is taller than his neighbor’s father. The rival counters by claiming his father can see over the garden wall, even with a hat. The exchange ends with a bet over who is taller.

London

Cowles Auto Livery-Crockett 342 New Rates

New livery service at 342 Crockett introduces hourly rates of 1.50 to 2.00 dollars. The mention lists two pricing tiers for car rental or taxi service. No additional details provided in the text.

Cowles Auto Crockett

Alamo Jewelry Co Offers Gold Silver Diamonds Trade

We buy or take in trade your old gold silver diamonds and old coins. Alamo Jewelry Co located at 315 Anne Hay avenue Adv.

Alamo Jewelry Co Anne Hay

1917 calendars offered by Dulling Printing Co

Dulling Printing Co at 131 Losoya St advertises over 600 styles of pretty calendars for 1917 with a ten percent allowance on office orders and free delivery.

Dulling Printing Co Losoya St Adv

County Health Officer Dr. Berrey Injured in Hunting Accident

Dr. D Berrey recovering from three broken ribs after a hunting accident. The shotgun butt rested against his side when discharged. He expects to resume duties within two or three days, county officials were told. The incident occurred as he hunted. the ribs are mending nicely.

Berry D. Berrey James R. Davis Dr. Berrey

Houdini to Escape Punishment Suit at Majestic Tonight

Harry Houdini faces a punishment suit challenge on the Majestic stage tonight in San Antonio. Deputies J W Galbreath G M Millard and A Newton Jr preside as Houdini tests self liberation with bands and straps around neck, promising to keep safety in mind while aiming to outwit the device.

J. W. Galbreath G. M. Millard A. Newton JR Bexar County Texas Houdini Majestic Theater Harry Houdini Maestic Theater Woudini

Bubble Play Brings Louis Mann At Grand For Two Shows

Edward Locke writes The Bubble a fresh comedy drama starring Louis Mann as a delicatessen proprietor tempted by a promoter’s mining stock scheme. The tale follows money motives and family ties as Mrs Mann yearns for home life and a newspaper writer wooes the daughter.

Louis Mann Edward Locke Mr. Mann Mann

Birth of Texas at Grand shows for final time

Grand Opera House presents The Birth of Texas a D W Griffith drama about San Antonio during Santa Anna's first occupation and the Alamo fight with the defenders death and Santa Anna's triumphant return.

Texas Grand Alamo D. W. Griffith Grand Opera House San Antonio the Alamo California Santa Anna

Old Hair Tonic Formula Promises Dandruff Cure

Hundreds of thousands of men and women across America and Europe use this formula to cleanse the scalp prevent grayness stop hair loss and stimulate growth. It claims to make hair fluffy and lustrous and easy to style. Instructions advise applying directly to the scalp by parting hair and rubbing in, with daily use after scalp improves.

America Europe

Pinex cough syrup remedy promises quick relief

A urged home remedy uses 2% ounces of Pinex mixed with a pint of granulated sugar syrup to treat stubborn coughs, bronchitis, winter coughs and whooping cough. The ad touts fast results, pleasant taste, long shelf life, and a money back guarantee from The Pinex Co. Fort Wayne Ind.

Pinex Co Fort Wayne Ind

Official Notice to Property Owners on Sycamore Street

City Clerk announces public notice under a resolution between Commerce and North Streets. The notice lists matters and actions to be set out in the resolution for property owners on Sycamore Street. Protection of rights and procedural steps are described for affected parcels.

Sycamore Street Commerce Street North Street Fred Fries City of San Antonio eeaeettGeseseseeteseee

Stomach Ailment Relief Promoted by Jad Salts

A medical authority attributes indigestion to excess stomach acid and suggests Jad Salts as a remedy. Four ounces of Rad Salts stirred in water before breakfast are recommended for one week to neutralize acid, reduce gas, and improve digestion, with emphasis on liver and kidney support.

Public Hearing Ordered for Sycamore Street Improvement

City commissioners authorize the Sycamore Street project from Commerce to North Street with special assessments on abutting properties. The plan, city engineer plat, and cost estimates are approved, and a hearing is set for February 17, 1916 in City Hall to consider assessments and proceed under the Procedure Ordinance.

Sycamore Street City OF San AN San Antonio Commerce Street North Street Rushmore & Gowdy Council Clinton G. Brown Fred Fries

Keystone Comedy and Educational Picture Highlight

The program features a highly praised historical image noted for its educational value. It includes the Keystone comedy Saved by Wireless with Chester Conklin and Mack Swain starring as leading funmakers.

America Saved By Wireless Chester Conklin Mack Swain Keystone

Gets-It corn cure: a bold nationwide sale appeal

An advertisement touts Gets-It as the world's largest corn cure sold in millions of bottles yearly. It denounces substitutes, claims instant pain relief in two seconds, and promotes E. Lawrence & Co. of Chicago as the direct seller at 21 1/2 cents per bottle.

E. Lawrence & Co Chicago

Prof Sureddin Advertises Massage and Cosmetics

Ra tional Massage and Cosmetics in Hicks Building advertise professional services by Prof Sureddin offering massage adjustments and cosmetic treatments.

Sureddin Hicks

Prize mask ball at Myrtle Grove No 1 hall

Prize mask ball announced for February 5 at W. C. Woodman hall in Myrtle Grove No 1. W. O. W. Music will provide entertainment. Admission is 25 cents.

Myrtle Grove W. C. Woodman Hall W. O. W. Music

Plans for Puppy Show at San Antonio Kennel Club

The San Antonio Kennel Club outlines plans for a puppy show at a Thursday meeting. Committees will be formed, a superintendent chosen, and a lecture titled How to Tell a Collie From a Spitz by Stanley J. Miller will feature. Several fine specimens are expected to attend.

San Antonio

Real estate transfers recorded in San Antonio area notices

Multiple 1916 1918 deeds and liens between J F and Minna Marsh Herman Koehler and others plus transfers among Luter Dietzel Lewenthal and Robison groups. Listings record lots blocks new city blocks Riverside Park Velma addition Camada Place and Los Angeles Heights with prices from 1 to 5900 and various note terms and separ ate instruments.

J. F Minna Marsh Bexar County Herman F. Koehler Guadalupe County New City Block Delgado Street Beitel Laimber Company Roy M. Beitel Homer Jones Maggie May Hardy Warren KK. Ellis Riverside Park Marcellus H. Davis Phil and Josephine Howard Velma A. L. Dietzel Ben A. Laurie Travis County New City Col Mary Luter Ferdinand Hartung Co. Luter Kuntz-Albaugh Lamber Company Charles and Clara R. Mergenthaler Oo. O Ll. E. Kielman Constable State Bank and Trust Company Harlandale Sae Nemes Heights West End Lumber Company J. T. Wilson F. J Hillyer-Deutsch-Jarratt Company FP. L. Hillyer J. E. Compton Vera Cruz Street F. L. Hillyer Emma G. Steiner Holly Adele Felix Crouch Charles Mergenthaler Camada Place Kuntz-Albaugh Lumber Company C. C State of Texas Los Angeles Heights Improvement Company George Hagelstein A. Robinson Harris County Los Angeles Heights A. D D. ¥&. Dooley Randall County George W. Delevan Thompson Place San Fernando Eugene G Anna Ll. Lewenthal Alvin L. Dietzel Anna L Eugene G. Lewenthal Thomas Brown Joe Robert Brown Lillie Jackson Yetta Houston

Rates For Classified Advertising in The San Antonio Light

Classified rates are listed for the daily and Sunday editions with a one insert charge per word and discounts for multiple insertions. A half rate applies to certain situation ads with a 10 cent minimum, and copy may be revised by publishers. Deadlines: 12:30 p m for daily and 10 p m Saturday for The Sunday Light. late copy goes to Too Late to Classify.

San Antonio Dallas Times-Herald Fort Worth Star-Telegram el Paso Herald Houston Chronicle San Antonio Light Department of the San Antonio Light

Classified Ad Orders Must Be In Writing

Advertisements running indefinitely or discontinued must be in writing. No t f ads accepted over the telephone. A stop order receipt is issued when a t f ad is ordered discontinued.

Notice to Advertisers on Ad Insertion

Read your ads the first time they appear as The Light will be responsible for only one incorrect insertion of any classified advertisement.

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