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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1909
Page
10
An advertisement argues Rheumatism stems from blood impurities and weak kidneys. It claims OS.S. heals by purifying blood with herbal roots, promising permanent cure and free book on Rheumatism with medical advice from The Swift Specific Co. Atlanta GA.
Affected individuals from Victoria Texas to Winston Salem recount in letters their long battles with rheumatic pain and muscular weakness. They credit S. O. S. with delivering relief after repeated failures of other medicines, noting periods without pain and renewed mobility following treatment.
Rev Arthur Jones of Dallas, treasurer of the Texas Antisaloon League, asserts optimism that the prohibition amendment will be submitted before adjournment. He notes legislators opposing submission hear from anti-prohibition constituents and suggests a statutory prohibition could pass this session or fail, shaping the next election. Rev GW Michelberger is in San Antonio to push permanent prohibition. Jones will depart tomorrow.
Fragmentary schedule notes show multiple train numbers and routes including Kerrville Corpus Christi Houston and the coast. Mentions morning and afternoon departures, Sundays restrictions, and arrival times with various local and distant origins.
The Navy department says no collision occurred between the battleship Georgia and another Atlantic fleet battleship. Dispatches confirm there was no mishap or damage and no collision among the ships.
Special to the Light. In New York H er Priest, Pierce’s attorney, confers with the oil magnate regarding the Texas case charging Pierce with false swearing. The case will be called in Austin next Monday and the trial set.
An early 20th century advertisement promotes a cough remedy mixing glycerine, virgin pine oil, hallougee of Pine compound, and stratent. Directions advise two teaspoons every four hours, promising cure in twenty four hours. Connected to Leach Chemical Co. Cincinnati for guaranteed genuine pine oil.
Joseph Dimaline Dialing aged 5 years died at Santa Rosa Infirmary from uremic poisoning after an operation in mid January. A San Antonio resident for about 27 years, he was a clerk in Aransas Press offices. Survived by wife four sons and one daughter: Dimali chief clerk in transportation for A A P railway. Walter Dimaline a passenger conductor. Ernest Dimaline agent of G and A L P at Kerrville. Bert Dinwicle of Kerrville. Mith Reich a teacher at Garden's Arttery Academy. Funeral services set for 4 o'clock tomorrow.
A garbled list of real estate transfers and deeds involving numerous individuals and towns, including Joseph Rippstein to Willem Ward sa on Montana street for $2000, Mary Smith to G. Denison on 1308 block, Vertnor Farrar to Albert Beljet et al. on San Pedr and Myr tle streets for $1500, and other parcels in city blocks and avenues. The entries reference multiple counties, blocks, and streets with dates in 1903 to 1969, and dollar amounts ranging from $400 to $4426, noting transfers to various named heirs and corporations across San Antonio and surrounding areas.
Washington February 10 The House approved the canal government bill by 202 to 1 vote after lengthy consideration. The measure provides for the government of the Panama Canal Zone and the consolidation of the canal.
A social dance event hosted by the ALC and the Muth’s Garden Social Club will take place Thursday evening February 9 at 8:30 PM. Music will be supplied by Muth’s Union orchestra, with proceeds supporting club activities.
A San Antonio snippet portrays local workers and shopkeepers with humorous exchanges. A coffee roaster at 328 Market Commerce Street showcases equipment while a clerk asks about good coffee, and a tailor interaction reveals a man rejecting extra tailoring details for a simple suit.
The German resident W Pilughaupt Sr aged 67 died at his home 413 Goliad Street from injuries after a fall on a ladder while painting his house. A Civil War veteran born in Appendorf Germany in 1841 he is survived by his widow and children in Los Angeles Portland and San Antonio. Funeral Thursday at 3:40 from the residence with Rev Charlinari officiating at Luther and cemetery.
Died in San Antonio Texas at 7:20 p.m. February 9, 1909. Frederick W. Balughagnt Sr, age 68, will be interred at Lataoran Cemetery following services at his late residence 912 Volind Street on Thursday February 11, 1908 at 3:20 p.m. Friends and acquaintances invited to attend.
We thank friends for kindness during illness and death of our beloved daughter and niece. From Fred Lis and sister.
We thank our neighbors and friends for kindly assisting us during the illness and death of our son and brother Walter Peltzer and for the many beautiful hours of support.
The Rev. L. Scndder of Jersey City begins a campaign act wearing lipstick kisses and claims he has never kissed his wife. He declares a bold stance on public morality as his unusual gimmick gains attention in local politics.
A curious excerpt satirizes xenophobia among a group of four businessmen who mock foreign birth while insisting natives must repay debts. In a rambling dialogue humorous tensions surface as newcomers argue about belonging and ownership, punctuated by a hotel event and masquerade hints.
fragments discuss women's education and travel with names like Miss Sizing Mitave Miss Ato and Miss Milobe from Yokohama. Ms Milobe to study English at Ohio Western University Delaware and later become professor in Yokohama. mentions Yale/Delaware lodging and free tickets with meals. references to Jesuit and press era views on women in education.
Joxonk Rips, formerly of San Antonio now living in Washington DC, died this noon at a local sanitarium. Funeral and memorial details were not clear in the fragmented report.
The Merrie Laub club entertained guests with a hattat quiks ball as about ten couples attended the evening. The grand march was led by BG Black and Mids Adelaide Small, chaperoned by Mrs. P C Woodlands.
A vintage ad claims a tonic mixture using roods of whiskey, syrups, and herbs to restore vigor. The recipe warns it should be taken before meals and at bedtime, advertised as a cure for age-related debility and general frailty.
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