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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1908
Page
2
A garbled late 19th or early 20th century column riffs on politics war birthdays and snow. It mentions George Adele a third term critic and hints at Indiana elections China Japan and Taft. The piece veers through local readers incentives and contests by The Light with references to San Antonio and Chicago reporting.
An Australian company secures a concession from the Russian government to export 40,900,000 feet of timber annually from a Siberian forest near Vladivostok to Melbourne. The agreement highlights global lumber shortages and rising costs as nations vie for theWood needed for future growth.
The article discusses tariff abolition for pulp and paper, Canadian wood imports, and pressures from white paper trusts. It notes Senator Knox's growing prominence as a potential presidential figure, his influence on world affairs policy, and speculation about his status ahead of the 1908 era.
An elderly Bl. Louis man, who had raised ten children, killed himself after years of toil to provide for his family. He left a stark remark about being a burden to others. The tale reflects on divided affections within a crowded household and the loneliness of old age.
Miss Jane Applewhite of Brackenridge Grammar school stays in front with 7400 points as rivals push to overtake before next Saturday. The Light contest urges new entrants and notes boosters like Booth, Flato, Ryan, Mair, Turrasch, Mayer, Duke, Standfield, Boedker, Johnson, and Karran amid a push for subscribers and a comic supplement feature.
The Zeta Slima society of the San Antonio academy awarded Richard Darnitz the pool medal for declamation and Martin Faust the debating medal at their annual celebration held in Casing hall last night. Faust and Ray Cleveland led the affirmative side in the debate on immigration, arguing it lowers American standards while opponents claimed it supplies cheap labor. Judges included Dr. M. J. Eilem and Principal Charles J. Liline. patrons and other speakers received enthusiastic applause for their efforts.
Complete AP regersly note urges friends to subscribe for prizes and commissions. On Saturday pupils gathered to collect initiation books and begin the weekly effort. Standings show Jane Applewhite Lena Panspeat Elmer Luter Boyd Grim and others competing in a local contest.
A parade of endorsements from inspector generals, union veterans, and prominent citizens lauds Peruna as a safe effective tonic for indigestion and catarrh. Testimonials from Donald Bobb Jr. in Nova Realla, James P. Brocken in New York, Corporal John Finn in Washington, and others claim relief and improved health after using Peruna tablets, with emphasis on its gentleness and reliability.
A hurricane force storm battered the English coast from north of Joelaid to northwest England. Vessels driven ashore, roofs torn off, and rail service disrupted. A new 25,000 ton steamer Rotterdam faced possible wrecking while a Mersey fishing schooner was wrecked and eight crewmen saved.
Residents near the Baty Fernando cemetery reported gunfire and terror as a Kentucky night riders unit allegedly raided the area. Disturbance prompted residents to flee to safety and police were alerted. One suspect, Duke Dukes, was arrested. several others believed involved escaped.
Corpus Christi welcomes a new resident, Mr. Ucovich, who moved with his family from Matiropode. The family took up residence in a home purchased from M. L. Oppenheimer at Hackberry and Millom streets. A prior purchase on Devine Street was resold to P. Hayman of Nueces County, yielding a handsome profit. A subsequent deal with Openheimer involved rent property on Milani Street near the Southern Pacific round house, with further announcements expected.
Lent opens on March 4, Ash Wednesday, marking the 40 day season of penance. Easter will fall on April 19, completing the Lenten period. Catholic and Episcopal clergy prepare liturgical observances with the blessing and use of holy ashes as the faithful begin the season of prayer.
The Tight authorized to announce BH D Jandsey as a candidate for the office of Sheriff in Hexar County, subject to Democratic primary action.
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