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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1908
Page
1
A long notice extols a vegetable prescription made from Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Kargon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla. It claims to ease kidney, rheumatic, bladder, and back pain, advising readers to buy ingredients separately and mix at home to avoid harmful pre mixes.
A garbled report describes Sheriff Johnson of Convires county confronting Edward Doarwment, a black fireman at the Southern hotel, in a lobby. The exchange leads to Doarwment being taken to the county jail, where he will be held until Johnson’s return home. Dr J F Cunningham is listed as an osteopath in room 401 Moore Building.
Beethoven hall hosts the February class graduation with a full rehearsal and stage setup. Harald Kayton addresses the audience as the class begins, tracing their history from Quinmar and Brace idae Cranmer schools to the high school.
An early 20th century health ad explains that red blood carries oxygen and lack of it causes pallor and weakness. Dr Williams Pink Pills are promoted as a cure, with patient testimonials from Miss H Rae Boyington detailing dramatic recovery after three years of illness. Available through doctors or direct mail order with pricing per box and sets.
The article describes a school drama with Wallive McNeil as Spiggott and Miss Reva Berman and Miss Florence Yeaming aiding Sybil Crider. Roles include Hoplins and Thorne Fulley, with Claire Neville delivering the class prophecy and Ming Halen Dearmont discussing progress of education in San Antonio.
The club’s annual report urged tariff revision between the United States and Mexico to ease duties on Mexican goods. President Theodore Harris advocated a bipartisan approach, noting committees of prominent Mexicans and U.S. leaders could study the tariff to produce informed reform. He warned committees should avoid mere compliments and pursue serious, targeted work.
In a valedictory, Misa Manije Stussey recalls school days and the shared journey with classmates. Nickerson, Emerson College of Oratory, wins a prize while the diploma ceremony lists twenty five graduates and features remarks from Ty Bem and Mrs. Rober Thompson.
Fragmentary ad copy promotes Old Standard GROVES TASTELESS CHILL TONIC with a tainted claim of quinine and tonics. It targets grown people and children, suggesting a powerful preventive effect against malaria but lacks clear dosage or source reliability.
Harris outlines aims for a Pan American college in San Antonio to be driven by the International Club with Mexico likely supportive. He cites broader city benefits including shipping prominence, improved requisitions, and sustained club unity. Signature note promotes GROMO QUININE as a cold cure.
Hertzberg's Optical advertises major discounts on glasses and frames claiming 30 years of Bertzburg reputation. It touts lower prices from $2 to $10, highlighting dramatic savings vs competitors, and invites customers to see Marty for in-store fittings and services.
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