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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1908
Page
4
A damaged ad lists J. Alvin Horne M D with addresses in San Antonio Texas offering guaranteed cures for venereal and urinary diseases. It claims rapid recovery and restoration of vitality with treatments removing obstructions and improving general health, touting no harmful ingredients and a broad spectrum of ailments cured.
The permanent school fund and other state funds were increased by 62 790 dollars yesterday when interest paid by the state and held by these funds was distributed. Coupons were clipped in the treasury department and the total bonds held by the funds aggregate 4 845 500 dollars, with this yield becoming the annual inheritance.
President Roosevelt will not confirm plans to attend the Republican National Convention in Chicago. A White House official said there is no decision yet and the president cannot foresee a situation that would compel him to go. Meantime, President Roosevelt’s train movement included stops and meetings with old associates as health concerns keep him in the Northeast area for further rest and follow up with doctors.
In a heated session the county commissioners vote to bar the Southwestern Company from the courthouse area. They demand removal of old lines within three days or county forces will take down wires and shipments, signaling a likely court fight over exclusive telephone privileges with the San Antonio Telephone Company and possible injunctions and liability for bondsmen.
In Leicestershire and Warstak shire a sensational sermon by Rev. Mr. Mordaunt of Tepetonyt declaring Sunday conduct in hunting a disgrace to England sparked protests. After a clash with the Laycock scandal, he refused communion, faced bishop’s doubt, and has resigned as pastor.
In Poinland Oregon on February 8, former U S District Attorney John H Hall was found guilty of conspiracy with the Butte Creek Land Livestock and Lumber company to maintain an alleged legal fence enclosing 30 000 acres of public land in Wheeler county. The trial, ongoing since January 14, featured sharp confrontations from both sides.
The San Antonio Light invites serious sentimental and witty Valentine verses for cash prizes. Entries must be typed single sided with full name and address, received by 6 pm February 14 at The Light office. Judges will select the top three, awarding two dollars, one dollar, and a month of The Light.
A half hour before scheduled hanging of Fra ser Jones a negro in Greensboro, Sar Vester Brooks phoned Governor Glenn requesting 10 more days to review the case. The governor granted a reprieve to February 18, reaching Green Haro as the execution neared. The negro proclaimed the Lord is working for me. J.T. Turnett & Co. Undertakers.
American hopes rise for a grand reception at the Palais Elysees but bids are scarce. Only members of the American legation have been invited as the event nears, raising disappointment among many who had sought invitations. King Edward’s possible presence later may renew chances for some prominent Americans.
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