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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1908
Page
2
Readers glimpse diverse topics from faith inquiries and political chatter to newspapers and travel. The San Antonio Light hints at political trends, international remarks, and upcoming features, promising more details in tomorrow’s edition.
The report notes Thoms Bil Fon has completed all details in connection with his project and discussions of involved houses to be addressed, promising joy to readers amid the forthcoming developments.
Edison’s cement house plan could slash costs to as low as 100 dollars per room including foundations. The invention aims to deliver affordable, sanitary housing, reducing rent to about 54 dollars monthly and easing overcrowded urban centers.
A fragmented account notes Ayukyonville Provida and Deginahug facing high birth and death rates with 1800 births partial. It cites a countywide broadcast plan to address sanitation, drainage, and public health neglect. The Jacksonville health department data show deaths surpassing births in multiple years, highlighting lessons on growth and municipal investment.
The 1887 San Antonio item notes a half day for city schools amid a protest and mentions egal and Snynglite. Fire companies plan a Waterhall celebration. An ancient Indian spearhead was found at the Mars site. County Judge Wargbach faced an unripe appointment issue. A drive to appoint Capt. Rute Penry as Alamo custodian is described. Senator Jim Fair sends seed allotment to drought relief packages for distribution.
Dr Langley of Dallas will lead a cattle inspection for the Live Stock Sanitary Commission on March 1 to assess tuberculosis and milk supply risk in San Antonio areas. State officials, including Dr Brambley and Dr Wilson, will assist. Local health authorities pledged cooperation and prepared for state actions. A separate court action saw Mrs Briggs bond posted on a different matter, with trial delays noted as defense and state arguments unfolded.
Notice to the Knights of Columbus of San Antonio from the local lodge regarding a memorial gathering today at the Zivik maderaking parlore to accompany the late Brother Wary J. Reynalds. Includes names such as CHARLES HY CORTRAND and references to Edgar Aton Poo and a burial company JT Diener & Co Undertaker.
An early 20th century advertisement urges mothers to use Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for adolescent girls showing fatigue headaches dizziness and sleepiness. It cites cures for backache irregular periods and other female ills and invites women to write for advice from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
Love Close Bank in Austin faces a political battle over banking charter and appointment. W. Mares backs regulatory action before a forthcoming retirement commissioner race. Railroad, Savoy restaurant notices and local business ads fill the scene with scattered city references.
A ragged youngster cries as an older boy taunts him for a nickel in front of a hotel. A soldier from Tort Houston steps in, restrains the aggressor, and offers the smaller boy a coin before the crowd disperses. The street scene ends with the assailant fleeing toward the Grand Opera House.
A late night dream inspired by an alarm clock incident described by 7 W Daley, a railroad ticket agent. The clock’s bell triggered a vivid scene of a central station announcement and a mistaken call, mingling dream logic with real sounds heard at 6:30 AM.
A morning blaze at the Riverside building near the Commerce street bridge was halted quickly by Chief Phil Wight and two engineists, preventing major damage to the business district. The structure owned by Bede Moore valued at 35000 with 30000 insurance escaped heavy loss, with minor damage and injuries to a few workers.
In Galveston Texas the Telema Dona club hosts an evening event for Mexican schoolchildren. Decorated parlors feature a Diaz portrait as an unveiling tonight. Children gather at 7 pm for refreshments then move to the reception hall for exercises. Committee aims to provide ongoing receptions and entertainments for students. Galveston news notes a separate crime item about W A J Franklin, previously in New York, sentenced for a case and fined 100 dollars.
Col Ike Pryor president of the Cattle Raisers Association of Texas predicts about 5000 cattlemen will attend the San Antonio convention with more than 6000 visitors expected. He notes heavy Chicago and national interest, with representatives from major commission houses planning to attend and a special railroad service arranged for delegates.
Yout Worth Texas editor 22 S Fry who served 12 years as a warden of the penitentiary died at his home yesterday after a lingering illness. He was known for his reform efforts and long service in the Texas penal system.
The Listh announces authorization for a candidate, G De Linsey, to run for sheriff in Nexar County. The plan follows ongoing primary processes and party rules.
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