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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1908
Page
2
Subscribers urged to update delivery addresses with both old and new locations. The San Antonio Light teases a Valentine verse contest with cash prizes for the best entries, while noting upcoming magazine features and various society items.
Fragmented text describes opposition to the Aldrich Bill with a misread headline, noting currency and treasury concerns. It references a currency commission report in Chicago and a sectional bill unfolding in Congress amid war and flag debates, highlighting perceived defects.
The commission disapproves the Aldrich plan noting it departs from a stable note system, risks wildcat bonds as security, and would hinder bank lending. It would force banks to acquire or borrow bonds, reducing lawful reserves and increasing liabilities. The proposal could swell local debts and delay note issuance during emergencies, burdening agriculture and business across the community.
A summary of local happenings includes alderman candidates on the people’s ticket, Prof Carl Beck arranging a grand orchestra, Methodist church entertainment with several participants, a surprise wedding, a New England excursion party en route to California, and a Boston round trip price of 7 00. Also reported are complaints about West Side garbage use and a Washington inquiry summons with ex governor reland among those summoned.
Myra and Hera contend with risk on an early morning as Guy returns from a covert operation. A painting becomes a focal point amid whispered plans and sly banter. The trio debates trust while furniture, jewelry, and art parcels hint at future danger and loyalty.
A sensational burglary at Hildebrand Murstheim’s London home shakes high society. Police surround the Park Lane area as a bronze gem and jewelled boxes vanish from the framed canvas, leaving dealer Flurseheim in frenzied despair and police baffled about further loot. The tale ends with dawn and a promise of continuation.
The Passing Throng and Judge fr. Gill, en route to Tampico for tarpon fishing, are joined by Col. Barse, famed for daring line tricks. Barse sleeping through a bite, wakes to a bloodied hand after a three pound bass strikes and the line cuts across his fingers. After several days of fishing, they plan duck shooting at Rockport with Augustus Franks of the Angelus hotel.
An executive discovers matches cost the company 25 cents daily and devises a pocketable, noiseless solution. By tearing from matchbox ends and sealing with rubber, the design tucks the used portion away, reducing waste and expenses for visitors in his class.
A fragment describes a scene where a person could slip something into another’s pocket and notes the end of a pox era reduces fear of mutilation rumors surrounding the individual. The wording reflects unclear, fragmentary reporting.
A San Antonio hotel guest recounts a Santa Claus joke about vaccinating an alligator kept near a hotel tank. The tale features a boosted claim the alligator is vaccinated against smallpox and that the creature might leap the fence. An officer recruitment notice is appended for the U.S. Army.
Known as J Blood Walker to friends, Jay Walker was a leading progressive architect in San Antonio. He aided the City’s growth, shaping many fine homes and public buildings in Bexar County through his talent and dedication to Texas upbuilding. His work and influence are celebrated as a testament to early 20th century progress.
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