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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1909

Page

8

Farmers Dig Artesian Wells to Improve District

In Taxa county northern region farmers dig deep wells to tap water, with Judge Griff Joneswick supervising a 425 foot well intended to provide ample surface-free water for hog farming. Contractor Sweeney and Herman Galich report good gains. Jones expects strong prospects if this well succeeds. Local officials discuss road improvements and irrigation plans, while farmers praise the effort and anticipate broader adoption of wells and windmills to meet farming needs.

Taxa Dee Smoch Griff Joneswick Junge Jones Sweeney Herman Galich Juige Jones Reess Asher Andge Jones Antonio Terrera Penniestoner Herrera Edward von Gray Benton City Judge Jones Judea Jones Voag Leur Krause Nile County

Scams and farm sites reviewed by county board this week

County commissioners plan a week of investigation into four new farm site proposals amid ongoing concerns about scam and poor farm sites. Larger grid considerations for the beer farm area are noted but no concrete decisions or dates are given.

COUMY

Postum over Coffee a Health Benefit Letter Prompts Switch

A reader letter praises Postum as a healthful alternative to coffee, noting improved stomach comfort and sleep after stopping coffee. The writer, sharing a personal tale, says headaches faded and digestion improved, with a family member also thriving on Postum and avoiding caffeinated coffee.

Wa Ts Fly Pogwin Vince Puesium Co Rich

Busy City Council Acts On Street Conduits Bond Issuance Pending

Five hour meeting disposes matters including a conduit laying ordinance on Houston street and a seven foot pole spacing rule. An ordinance to issue 25909 in bonds for Improvement District No 6 is postponed to a later third reading. South Western Telephone gets underground conduit on Main Avenue. Petitions on street improvements are referred for future reports as officials review school tax shifts and building permits.

Porcion Houston Street Seventh Ward Southwestern Telephone and Telegraph Company Main Avenue Charny Atnaad CL Giovteta Petiion Tailinue Alderman Smith, Ehleman Committee On Siowtalks Huston Street Oenors Asghall Callaghan Heniston Street Sosphal Sante Rosa Avenue Nacoxlyrhog Hettom Ordinines Braden

Margarett Frohman Says She Is Through Forever

Lavett Tlington announces Margarett Frohman has retired from the footlights for good to devote herself to family. Frohman, recovering from a nervous breakdown, left New York for California with husband after a collapse in Boston interrupted a stage run. She plans no return this season and hopes to come to the coast soon.

San Maneiseo Cal Pel Lavett Tlington Daniel Frotanan Frohman San Francisco California Boston

Ambiguous town finance panel eyes bond deviation concerns

Aldermen led by Mayermann debated bond deviations with figures flouted the $1000 standard, suggesting a tension between committee caution and market pricing. The finance committee, led by Braden, faced questions as property owners awaited a formal window to voice opinions on the matter.

Mayermann Chillashan Xenned Lie Finance Conamittes Braden Aatian Isirtel

Cure for Fearful Eczema Promised by Cuticura

Walter H. Cox describes severe eczema on hands and arms that resisted doctors and ointments. After three months of zinc tar remedies he tried Cuticura, using Golden with soap and Cuticura Ointment at night, then Cutienra Reaptvent. Within a month the scales and lesions cleared and nine months later his hands remain clear.

Walter H. Cox Somerset Sty Bown Mines Poller Cony Noten Amy Maile

Proposed paving ordinance and street work plan in city

The article details a lengthy ordinances debate on laying conduits and paving various streets including San Pedro Avenue and Slag Avenue. It covers funding, penalties, the role of aldermen, and conditions for private utility poles while addressing school taxes and revised civil ordinances.

Aph Varmgany San Pedro Thalys Itera Omar Uudney Elan Skicon Iho Ondieyco Palegryph Fone Mantis Cmt Howe Reid Oritiiney St Bewley Avenue Klekers Abdureeet Lockwood Wwe Wales Sheilderngin Anos Nvos Astosaer Hilti

Louis Book Stores Light Coupon Exchange Offers Value

A light want ad promotion allows exchange of coupons for a range of goods. Items such as graphophones records pocket cutlery razors books and periodicals stationery fountain pens confectionery can be redeemed for these coupons at any Louis book store locations. The offer highlights 50 coupon buys 15 cents worth of goods.

Louis Book

Local petitions and notices presented to city council

A mix of petitions received and referred for report to council committees includes requests for street improvements on several avenues, token electric street improvements, and sign approvals. Alderman Wickelana introduces a protest signed by nearby property owners regarding a construction issue at the Lo& GN.rengh house, with attendance planned by Homer Fads of the Great Northern railway. Citizens seek street work on Union Telegraph area, Quituan street, South Frio tract, and Night ab the tener of Siocurm Place, plus a Seattle exposition trip discussed for its educational value.

Tihanae Aldornian Mauebwans TC. Lang Termissiol Main Avenue Touston Street Wickeland Fen Laver Heights Will Ua Cily Toy Mabel Noll Lay Wickelana West Commerce Pitt Monier Alan Coreat Electric

Police Face A Cartridge Famine In City

Police face a cartridge shortage as local dealers near capacity to supply a ground limit for officers on duty. Chief Van Riper reports dwindling smokeless rounds and plans to order more from northern factories. Dealers expect restraints after state actions raise purchase limits and prices, with police relying on requisition to secure 3, 000 rounds at $24 per lot.

Hent van Riper Netion Doga Nerses

Purified stomach cure claim targets dyspepsia relief

An advertisement touts Miona tablets as a cure for dyspepsia and stomach disorders. It claims purification of the stomach and bowels, energy for stomach walls, and relief from sour stomach, belching, and headaches. It mentions Rose pregnancy-related vomiting and promotes Booth's Laxative Pills as a gentle aid.

Bexar Drugs America

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