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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1908
Page
8
Cure claimed for eczema with wintergreen oil and mild ingredients. Free sample offered by the D D D Co at 122 Michigan St Chicago with 10 cent postage. A. D. M. Fischer endorses the soothing liquid.
New York on February 4 James Duras of West Ninety fifth street was found unconscious three times on Broadway. An ambulance was summoned each time, revived him, and he refused hospital care. Police located him at Broadway and One Hundred Fourth Street, another at Fourth Avenue and 62nd Street, and a third at Broadway and One Hundred Third Street.
A Cleveland era advertisement touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney and bladder ailments. It claims relief from numbness, headaches, dizziness, and rheumatic pains by restoring kidney function and notes testimonials from Mrs. J.B. Rice of San Antonio, praising the remedy for herself and her husband and daughter. Sold by dealers at five cents, Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo is listed as U.S. agent.
Karnes City Texas reports quiet after the killing of Goode yesterday. Preliminary hearing set for Gid and Charles Mayfield on charges of murder. Deputy Field: two Mayfield brothers arrested near the courthouse. death of Goode at Santa Rosa hospital detailed. No official notice yet.
One of the largest 80x factories in the state the A L Burnett Co led by HL Burnett president and manager. With thirty five employees the firm produces vapor boxes wrappers bags pins paper and printed trimming serving Taras Toulitana and nearby business leaders.
The San Antonio Light runs a concealed word contest offering theater tickets to first 11 correct answers. Winners receive a mix of box and orchestra seats, with prizes totaling 29 seats for a forthcoming production, entries due by February 22.
A string of brief funeral notices from San Antonio describe early 20th century services. Maria E Jones aged TY years died yesterday and was buried at ceme tery No 1 H Block after services by Rev B D Mouton. George Block ST, a tailor, died yesterday from illness. Rabbi Samel Marke conducted services and interment followed. George W Hudson formerly of the city street department rest in St May’s cemetery after services at home and church. D W Heard, prominent fundraiser, died at 951 North Flores street. service this afternoon from the family home. Edna Leonard Morrison aged 30 died this morning. funeral tomorrow at 4 from her residence 25 Dehuar street, leaving father and daughter.
Advert says Pyramid Pile Cure quickly eases piles with a free trial by mail. It cites Emma Rodenhamer of Bedford and George Hraneigh of Schellburg as examples who were cured after using small quantities. Readers are urged to send name and address to Pyramid Pile Co in Marsh, Michigan for a no cost trial and then buy a 50 cent box at drugstores.
Lonig Karnstadt prominent Ottine merchant dies after long illness. George Howard, areas overseen by county officials and cattle interests mourn his loss. Mrs Eva Bardon and Mrs William Harwood noted among recent deaths. Pioneer Catholic woman Rosina Parmentier dies in New York vault burial marks end of an era for Long Island Catholic pioneers.
A frightened dog rescued by a boy near Wall Street, South Waves, is seeking its owner. The dog, a milo hack and tan color, ate mill scraps and seemed grateful. Henry Garcia, constable’s office collector, and a companion helped locate the vessel the dog drifted from and track its owner.
Birth notices list new arrivals to several households including Reger family at 12 Hhyy pireul and a son, Mr. and Mrs. William Murca at 21 Division etrett with a daughter, Mr. and Mrs. John Swain of 209 Talview AOI, and Mr. and Mrs. Lag Medalon at 13 Soil Jean sireet. Additional notes reference J. T Burnett & Co Undertakers.
Col George Leroy Brown addresses carnival directors urging no graft or politics after festivities. Knights of Owls prepare Leap Year kickoff April 20 with a 25 member committee to coordinate events. Militia and school contingents, parades, float shows, and a Pullo of Mowers finale planned with military drills and public ceremonies at Milam Square.
A garbled medical advertisement lists symptoms and conditions including lack of energy and various illnesses. Claims private treatment and quick cures beginning Sunday with a stated 9 to 1 operating window. Mentions Mercury pills and multiple unspecified treatments.
United Commercial Travelers promise a general parade Saturday night with Knights Templar and Shriners also staging a parade on one night. A vaudeville company from Houston will lease quarters in the Alamo quadrangle for a regular carnival attraction. Kennedy shows to supply attractions for vacant lots. bands to provide music for parades and plazas. Business Men's Club secretary says Mallard approves annual carnival with strong support from the Dusty Boys Association.
An old advertorial promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment to relieve pain from burns scalds sprains and rheumatism. It claims rapid relief and speedy healing. The notice lists prices and notes the Bexar Drug Co. as the seller.
Burial permits issued for Maria S. Jones 79 of Santa Rosa infirmary senility. George W. Hudson 32 of 19 Santa Cara coma. G. Goode 7? years of West Houston gunshot. Victor Flores 70 of City Hospitals pneumonia.
Readable fragments show a railroad timetable featuring routes from Commerce Street Station to St. Louis Fort Worth Dallas Kansas City and other Texas points with connections to Santa Fe Frisco and K T lines. Timings include departures around 6 to 8 pm and morning arrivals with local stops at Austin Fort Worth Houston Galveston San Marcos La Grange and Victoria Division routes.
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