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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1916

Page

10

Trapper Claude Ferriotte Found Dead on Ranch

Claude Ferriotte, a trapper missing since Monday, was found dead yesterday on the Charles Pence ranch with a head wound. His rifle lay nearby with an empty shell. he leaves a brother in Brady.

Brady Tex Claude Ferriotte Charles Pence

General Glenn and Childhood Friend Reunite at San Antonio Banquet

At the Ohio Society of San Antonio annual banquet at the Gunter Hotel Brigadier General John L. Clem honored a childhood memory when Mrs. Jennie A. Green asked if he knew Camp Chase. Clem recalled the night his father found him asleep under guns. The gathering featured readings, toasts, and a Cleveland trade party delivering greetings. Dr. Leonard was elected president. officers include Mrs. J. H. Milsman and Mrs. H. V. Beardsley. Next meeting set for March 14.

L. C. Cole Our Society Ohio Society of San Antonio Gunter Hotel Shiloh John L. Clem Buckeye H. C. Leonard Trinity M. E. Church H. V. Beardsley Cleveland van Epps Sone Ohio Leonard J. H. Milsman H. R. McClelland R. 8. Hollinsworth

Amusements Tonight at Majestic Theater

The Majestic presents vaudeville acts led by The Red Heads along with film attractions headed by Enid Markey in Aloha Oe. Patrons can enjoy 4% admission shows and general grand motion pictures.

Majestic Red Heads Grand Motion Pictures Enid Markey Aloha Oe

Brady and sister at Bartlett

Fer rette i was a former Texas national guardsman at Temple.

Brady Bartlett Ferriette Texas National Temple

Republican Committee Call for Fort Worth Meeting

Paris Texas February 11 1936 Republican state executive committee call issued by Chairman Phil E Baer for a February 22 meeting in Fort Worth to plan state county district and precinct conventions.

Republican Committee Paris Tex Republican State Executive Committee Fort Worth Phil E. Baer

Iron Adds Unmatched Strength, Doctor Declares

Dr. Sauer argues real strength comes from proper iron levels in the blood and diet. He promotes two five grain tablets of nxated iron three times daily for two weeks, claiming many nervous, run-down patients gain strength and end symptoms within days. He warns against older iron forms and notes a $100 donation pledge and money-back guarantee if results fail. Iron is dispensed by H. L. Wagner and other druggists.

New York N. Y Dr. Sauer Gseciec H. L. Wagner

Enid Markey at Grand in Alpha Oe and Fatty Comes

Enid Markey appears at the Grand in a Thomas H Ince drama Alpha Oe Farewell with Willard Mack, portraying the chief tain's daughter who marries the lawyer. The program includes The Village Scandal with Raymond Hitchcock, Flora Zabale, Fatty Arbuckle, and a Triangle lineup featuring Jordan Is a Hard Road and Fatty and the Broadway Stars.

Enid Markey Willard Ma Triangle Raymond Hitchcock Flora Zahbelle Fatty Arbuckle Grand Dustin Farnum the Grand Thomas H. Ince Alpha Oe Miss Markey Willard Mack South Sea Island Mack Keystone Flora Zabelle Fatty’ Arbuckle Wels Triangle Pictures D. W. Griffith Jordan David Griffith

Orpington Trio Originators of the Human Flag

The Orpington Trio are identified as the originators of the human flag a feat used across stage and sport. Their pioneering stance has inspired varied theatrical displays and athletic stunts, attracting noted interest in this corner of entertainment history.

Orpington

Cardus the Woman's Tonic Promises Stronger Health

Asheville reader Delia Bukner describes severe fatigue back aches and abdominal pains then credits Cardus with rapid improvement after first bottle and full recovery after multiple bottles. She claims the medicine revived her after doctors warned against recovery and urges others to try it, sold by all druggists.

Asheville N. C Delia Buckner Cardus

Indigestion Advice From Bisolated Magnesia

The article urges acid indigestion sufferers to take Bisolated Magnesia after meals to neutralize excess acid and ease digestion. It promotes a teaspoonful in water, claims quick relief, and warns against Magnesia forms except Pisurated for correcting stomach acidity.

Orpington Trio Performs Eight Minute Acrobatic Feat Run

The Orpington Trio wow the Majestic audience with sixteen hazardous acrobatic feats in eight minutes as part of a show headlined by The Red Heads. Five other strong acts accompany the bill this week.

Orpington the Majestic Red Heads

San Antonio to Revoke Excess Special Policeman Commissions

Fire and police commissioner Albert Steves orders police captains to pull in all special policeman commissions issued before June 1. He wants to identify gun carriers and cancel those lacking justification, while those on legitimate duty may keep their commissions.

San Antonio Albert Steves Steves

St Jacobs Oil Promises Quick Relief for Backache

Sore backs lumbago sciatica and rheumatism urged to use a small trial bottle of St Jacobs Oil. Readers told to rub on the aching area wait fifty counts and pain ends. Marketed as magical yet harmless with rapid results and no skin burning.

St. Jacobs

Dixie Leap Year Ball at W. 9 W. hall

Injuries reported after Mrs Julia Laursen fell from a second story gallery at her home on Austin street. Police say the incident occurred at 9 35 pm Thursday night and she was taken to City Hospital with undetermined injuries. Willett's Orchestra advertised the event for February 12 admission 26 cents.

Dixie W. Hall Willett’s Orchestra Julia Laursen Austin Street City Hospital

Biggest dance of all at St Valentine dance

Hermann Son hall hosts the St Valentine dance next Saturday February 12 with admission at 25 cents.

St. Valentine Hermann Son Hall

Notices and ads for business moves and hourly rates

Overland Automny at 216 Soledad Street lists charges of 1.5 and 2 cents per hour with Cr. 5100 and 4100 and new 900. Dwyer and Dwyer, attorneys at law, move offices from 409 to 415 417 419 Prudential Building.

Overland Soledad St Dwyer & Dwyer Prudential Building

Toans on Diamonds Watches and Jewelry Ad

O'Connell Loan Co. at 112 E Houston Street offers loans and pawns on diamonds watches and jewelry with quick service and discreet terms.

Toans O’connell Loan Co Houston Street

Medico-Osteopathic and Massage Practice Ad

Prof Sureddin offers medical osteopathic services plus electric Swedish massage and adjustment at 316-17 Hicks Building. Advertisement notes available appointments and contact details for this practice.

Sureddin Hicks

Spitters Arrested in City Health Ordinance Sweep

Health department inspectors arrested about six offenders Friday forenoon in the business district for violating the anti spitting ordinance. Defendants will face Judge Lowther for hearings in police court Saturday morning. Messenger Boys. Phones 101. Plumbing repairs by A-Bar Co Travis 4809.

Spitters City Health Department Lowther

Watch retailer promotes Elgin Waltham timepieces and easy payments

Co. W. Davis advertises Elgin and Waltham watches with easy payments. Cr. 6114. Sewer connections and plumbing by W. G. Schuwirth & Co., 231 W. Commerce St., Crockett 641. Red Swan Coffee is recommended by satisfied customers, Reinhard & Co. Graduated Roasters.

W. Davis Elgin Waltham W. G. Schuwirth & Co W. Commerce St Crockett Reinhard&Co

Check Theft Charge Stuns East End Laundry Case

An 18 year old Black man is arrested after allegedly cashing a $7 check belonging to East End Laundry. Detectives Green and Harris detained him Thursday. Police say he stole a mail box letter, endorsed the check, and lied to the bank claiming it paid for services while employed by the signer.

East End Green Harris

Cozy Corner Bar and Summer Garden Ad

Cozy Corner Bar and Summer Garden opposite Hot Wells serves all kinds of drinks chicken dinners and sandwiches Crockett 3242 offer listed in the advertisement.

Summer Garden Hot Wells Crockett

Turkish Bath and Massage Parlors Ad Open

An advertisement lists a Turkish bath and massage parlors for ladies and gentlemen at 515 Na varro Street opposite the St Anthony Hotel.

Navarro St St. Anthony Hotel

Alamo Jewelry Co Buys Old Gold and Gems

Local ad states Alamo Jewelry Co at 315 Alamo Plaza buys or trades old gold silver diamonds and coins from customers.

Alamo Jewelry Co Alamo Plaza Adv

Calendars and wall pockets for 1917 from Dulling Printing

The ad promotes calendars and wall pockets for 1917 plus summer fans. It offers 10 percent discount with prepaid charges, saving $2 to $10 or more by quantity. Prices are described as low. 131 Losoya St Cr. 3338.

Dulling Printing Co Losoya St. Cr

False Burglar Alarms Cause Hasty Police Runs

Three more false burglar alarms spurred hurried police and detectives responses early Friday morning and Thursday, disrupting patrols and prompting rapid checks of neighborhoods and businesses.

Keep Your Kidneys Active With a Glass of Salts

An authority urges regular meat eaters to flush kidneys with four ounces of rad Salts in water before breakfast for several days to improve filtration. The preparation, made from grape acid and lemon juice with lithia, is claimed to cleanse clogged kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and help prevent bladder issues.

Neighbors Report Suspicious Activity Across Several Streets

Shortly after midnight officers investigated a king william street alert prompted by a neighbor who saw a man climb through a window. They located the house owner inside after he lost the key. Additional suspicious characters were seen in the 200 block East Travis and Mission Street near Stieren Street.

King William Street East Travis Street Mission Street Stieren Street

Make your clothes at the Modern oe School

Local ad urging readers to learn garment making at the Modern oe School located at 504 Garden. The brief notice highlights classes and enrollment options for prospective students.

Garden Ady

Notable Visitors Check In At Local Hotels

A list of guests and visitors includes A. G. Anderson and children from Springfield at the St. Anthony H. F. Mathews of New York at the Gunter Mrs. W. L. Reeves of Little Rock at the Menger T. L. Evans of Hillsboro Indiana at the St. Anthony E. A. Mueller of Fort Worth at the Gunter and others from Philadelphia St. Louis Dallas Indianapolis Houston Port Byron and Bluefield staying at the Menger Gunter St. Anthony.

A. G. Anderson Springfield St. Anthony H. F. Mathews New York Gunter W. L. Reeves Little Rock Ark Menger T. L. Evans Hillsboro Inl E. A. Mueller Fort Worth 8S. C. Bolling Philadelphia, Pa Menger. Co G. McTyre St. Louis E. Cobb Dallas Tex John W. Herweg Indianapolis Ind Houston E. M. Rogers Port Byron Emil Lipper G. L. Barrett R. L. Whitten S J. Louis

Three men nabbed in Lampasas safe cracking and post office raid

Three suspects linked to a Lampasas Texas post office robbery and a jewelry store safe blow are in Memphis police custody. The crimes occurred three months ago. Sheriff Tobin's office coordinated with Lampasas as Memphis officials forwarded photos to ensure correct identification before Texas trials.

Lampasas Tex Memphis Tenn Texas Tobin Tennes

Prominent Gainesville Mason Dies at 74

Maj. Jesse T. Atchison 74 longtime Tex Mason and past grand patron of the Order Eastern Star died at his Gainesville home last night. Funeral set for Sunday afternoon under Mason and Knights Templars auspices.

Gainesville Tex Jesse T. Atchison Texas Order Eastern Star Masons and Knights Templars

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Knickerbocker Theater Leming Well S “Jordan Owen Moore Dorothy Gish Frank Capmeau Fatty Weber Fife William Collier Joe Jackson Sam Brernard Midwinter Music Festival Majestic Theater Soledad Grand Opera House Selwyn & Company Margaret Illingtor the Lie Henry Arthur Jones Harris Theater New York City Trapper Claude Ferriottte the Red Heads Jas. B. Carson Bill Glenn Ohio Society T. B. Baker Pabst Engraving Margaret Illington Mr. Jones America England Jones Miss Illington Elinor Shale London Elinor Messenger Boys A-Bar Co Travis Washington E. Houston St The Texas Meda Katy Kansas City Superior Pullman Walter Walthall Dist. Pass. Agt E. Brendel Tkt. Agt Southern Pacific Edw McClannahan, C.P T. A A. R. Atkinson D.F P. A. Gunter Festival Chorus St. Louis Symphony Orchestra San Antonio P. m Boston Transcript Queen Chocolate Shop East Houston St el E. Brady Arn E. E-Houstor
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