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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1908
Page
6
City report details work by Associated Charities led by Mire Sadha Staley secretary with summary of activities and community impact.
Genge Y W Martin aged 28 of Pleasanton dies after an illness lasting about three hours. Son of Representative George M Martin Jr. He had been staying near Mleaguntoh eight miles away. Mrs A J Martin, his grandmother, with Lee T Miller and Stanley Miller left for Pleasanton to attend the funeral set for tomorrow.
The organization reported 137 relief calls mid January and 152 aid instances, with garments to 68 destitute people and care for 54 children. Two tramps were refused aid and four alleged swimmers were exposed. Expenditures last month were 262.70 dollars with a recount of 291.63. Officers elected: Dr. FL Paselal President, Rev. Lind sey Patton Vice President, Mrs. Lewis Goodman Treasurer, Mrs. T. W. Beck Secretary. A library association meeting at the Carnegie Library awaits city principals and club presidents to decide on a hall for six lectures starting February 17, with Prof. Raymon and other speakers scheduled. a man from Seguin with mental illness was transferred to county authorities and will be sent to the hospital for the insane after a 11 day refusal to eat.
Spring arrival noted with flowering beds and pansies blooming vividly in the Main plaza this morning. The scene features bright colors, early jewel-like blooms, and tourists strolling amid budding displays as locals celebrate the first signs of the season.
A questionable at home mixture called Dandelion and Sarsaparilla is touted to ease backache kidney trouble and rheumatism. The ad advises buying Bargon Compound separately and mixing at home, warning against using a ready made premix and claiming dramatic, almost instant relief.
A garbled notice mentions Ring nn sek Stotts at 123 and 125 North Flores with phone 494, along with unrelated items about court rulings, poll tax figures, a poultry show plan, and a burglary suspect description. The fragmentary text also notes a 18 year old injured on the road and recovery prospects.
R L Burnett Co at 17 Commerce Street is among the largest 80x factories in the state. President RZ Burnett leverages 30 years in box making. The firm serves leading businessmen across Texas and neighboring states, employing about 45 to 50 people and offering wrapping paper and other supplies.
Miss Laila Rook Guinn invites We Twelfth Night members to her Friday afternoon siasts event with cartis and Sheatts as favored games. Miss Blanch Straus, Miss Frances Story, and Miss Blanch Schuster attend a bridge party hosted by Mrs. Dave J. Suan at 421 Elmira Street with a buffet lunch and red sweet pea decor. Guests include numerous local society figures and visitors from St Louis and Galveston. Mrs. Watera C. Cannon and Mrs. Felis M. Shaw host visits. valentine party planned for Miss Lucy Frost. Fort Worth social highlights include Dr. and Mrs. Paschal’s return from a trip and Mrs. Sullivan’s card party for Miss Ning Hooper, plus a reception in Lanvel Heights for Miss Ning on February 19.
Zanesville residents Mr end Mrs Elisterman touring Mexico City with Mr Ellennay, a prominent local newspaper man. Misses Goodman Blanch Ychus Ruth Goldsmith prizes at Miss Cecile Maze belage party. Informal tea at Mrs Combs under Travis Park Home Mission. New Imagine Moms opening celebrated with dance at Menger hotel. About 185 guests attended. Miss Marjorie Armstrong hosts Valentine party for Reta Ten Zeta at Main avenue. Mrs L T Davies plans Davis ranch weekend trip with ambulances arranged. Miss Nita Well dis hosts card party at 124 Cedar street for visiting ladies including Miss Story Strays Sumster. Prizes won by Elkineh Strata and Bam Wahu. Present list includes Story Schuster Sirus Golman Tie ba Opnenhulmer Ceellly Frees and many others.
An advice piece by Joséphina D Anjou on beauty preservation promotes practical health notes for readers. It urges caution against vanity and invites readers to send inquiries to Mme D Anjou in San Antonio. The fragment hints at societal pressure and self care, with emphasis on moderation in appearance and wellness.
A garbled chronicle blends cosmetic remedies with social commentary. The piece touches on skin care with ad hoc mixtures and mentions Postum coffee testimonials, coffee’s effects on nerves, and aging skin. It also offers advice on complexion brushes and cleanliness, plus general observations about gossip and women’s daily roles.
The case of Pedro Castillo before Judge DeWitt continued from yesterday concerns a complaint under city ordinances over dumping fertilizer on North Flores Street. J Marines accused Castillo of placing fertilizer on a property, with DeWitt seeking dismissal noting the material as a necessary commodity for cultivation. Buckley supported the contention, and the case was dismissed.
A city board arranges a lecture series led by Motseepeckng that the Denver organizer will travel to San Antonio and join a regional association. The plan, amid mixed reception, aims to address juvenile movement work under central Southwest division guidance. Local officials and association leaders attended the meeting at the Hioke building to discuss the program and its aims.
The article notes a juvenile training school project funded by a $1000 subscription in town and a land gift by Miss Aleenor Brackenridge. It references a “board of control” decision and includes an old advertisement for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup claiming relief for children with diarrhea.
Birth notices list a daughter for Dr and Mrs Harry Payne of 226 Jackeoh Street and a son for Mr and Mrs Lennibelson of 1204 Medina Street, reflecting family announcements in the local column.
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