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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1912

Page

2

The Blessing of Motherhood and Lydia E Pinkham Ad

An advertisement extols motherhood as the woman’s highest sphere and credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring health and fertility. Personal testimonials from Mrs A B Martinez in San Antonio and Mrs J J Stewart in Brooklyn claim improved well being and successful pregnancies. The copy invites women to seek confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co in Lynn Massachusetts.

Lydia E.pinkham San Antonio Texas Lydia E. Pinkham A. B. Martinez S. Laredo St Brooklyn N.Y Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass

Nurse confesses to poisoning eight Brooklyn infants

Winifred Ankers, 24, a Brooklyn Nursery and Infants hospital attendant, is charged with homicide after confessing to adding oxalic acid to babies milk. She claims the intent was not to kill but to make them ill to cast doubt on nurses care. Brooklyn DA moves to appoint a sanity commission.

Brooklyn Associated Press New York Winifred Ankers Brooklyn Nursery and Infants Cropsey

False Fire Alarm Sets Off Several Crews

A false telephone call to Company No 2 directed units to a Western and Pecos street house causing multiple fire companies to rush to a non existent blaze. Investigators traced no fire and found no trace of the caller suspected as the “Bug.”

Western Pecos McSorley

How Housekeepers Can Kill Cockroaches

An old advertisement promotes Stearns Electric Paste to exterminate cockroaches and other pests. It urges quick use at first sign of roaches and promises a panful of dead insects by morning. The paste is sold by druggists nationwide with a money back guarantee.

Stearns Stearns’ Electric Paste Co Chicago

Orozco Will Lead A New Revolution

The article reports on statements from figures connected to the Mexican revolutionary movement. Emilio Vasquez Gomez denies signing a manifesto and criticizes inflammatory claims. It discusses the disbanding of the Cientifico party and appeals for peace through adherence to established revolutionary plans.

Doubtful Status of General Orozco Persists in Washington

State department officials remain uncertain about General Obregon's position with rumors he deserted Madero. Juarez reports show growing discontent, citizens leaving for the United States, and trains failing to run. Mexican dispatches say revolutionary bands have moved from Nogales to Chihuahua while San Luis Potosi and Salillo areas are quiet, though rebels occupy two towns south of Salillo and telecom wires to Torreon are cut. Vasquista bands rumored from Tampico.

Associated Press Washington State Department Orozco Madero Juarez United States Nogales Chihuahua San Luis Potosi Saltillo Coahuila Torreon Tampico

Proclamation Names Trevino President Ad Interim in Mexico

A manifesto proclaiming General Geronimo Trevino president ad interim and denouncing Francisco I. Madero circulated in El Paso. Signed by Gen. Pascual Orozco and others, the document is tied to Cientifico backing and potential U.S. intervention. Gonzales Enryle admitted authorship, asserting higher authorities approved the move. Enryle pledged to demand Cuidad Juarez surrender from Enrique C. Llorente. failure could trigger Vasquista forces from Casas Grandes toward Guzman.

Cientificos United States General Trevino Cientifico Party Cientifico R. Pineda New York Madero Vasquez Gomez Emilio Vasquez Gomez el Paso Gonzales C. Enrile Francisco I. Madero Mexico Enrile Pascual Orozco Associated Press Tex Geronimo Trevino Emilio Vasquez Andres Garzamalan Gonzales C. Enryle Brussels de la Barra Enryle Enrique C. Llorente Cuidad Juarez Casas Grandes Guzman

Ask Madero to resign amid Mexican turmoil

Telegraph from Emilio Vasquez Gomez to President Francisco I. Madero urges resignation to end bloodshed as rebellion expands across the republic. He argues continued resistance will deepen chaos, extend the war, and place sole responsibility for further killings on Madero.

Emilio Vasquez Gomez Madero Madéro Mexico Vasquez Gomez Francisco I. Madero Mexico City Morelos

Roads Win Court Right of Way Through Terrell Well Property

Judge J L Camp approves a 100 foot by about two mile right of way for the Franklin road through the Terrell Well property. The English syndicate road gains a tentative right of way. Receivership delays are cleared and construction can proceed pending later compensation decisions.

Terrell Well J. L. Camp Forty-fifth District Court Franklin Road Terrell H. W. Hamilton Chambers Judge Camp S. G. Tayloe R. L. Ball Terrell Well Company A. R

Assman Delays Balloon Flight From San Antonio

William F. Assman marketing of Miss Sophia delays departure by three or four days due to weather and needed repairs. He plans to launch when air currents favor a Canada lake region route. J H Wade Jr. will wait and then attempt a similar voyage in Buckeye aiming to lift the Lahm cup and break the world record.

San Antonio William F. Assman Miss Sophia Weather Bureau Mr. Assman St. Anthony Canada J. H. Wade Jr Cleveland

More Rain Placed In Forecast By New Orleans Weather Man

The New Orleans weather man predicts more rain after yesterday's 2.63 inch downpour, the heaviest in years. The storm appears to be dissipating this morning, drifting south and centered over the southern plateau region with little chance of further rain locally.

New Orleans

Prescription that Soon Knocks Rheumatism

A claimed medical cure for rheumatism promotes a specific “Toris compound” with syrup of sarsaparilla and whiskey. The ad promises first day results and urges buying only the original sealed package, warning against patent medicines. It cites a doctor’s endorsement and widespread success last winter.

Wind Storm Damages Homes in Alabama

A morning wind storm swept Mobile and nearby towns at 5 o'clock causing extensive damage. Bay Minette reports wrecked buildings, damaged roofs, and a badly damaged courthouse with limited reports from Cohen and other areas.

Alabama Mobile Bayminette Associated Press Ala Cohen

Get Together Red Tie Luncheon Highlights San Antonio Brigade

The red tie brigade luncheon at the Menger Hotel drew over 130 attendees in the largest turnout yet as Thomas J. Conroy presided. Speakers included Charles Graebner Nat M. Washer Maj Gen Jesse M. Lee and others while the group reported $41,339 raised to date, up $6,381 from the prior report and urging more workers.

San Antonio Menger Hotel Thomas J. Conroy Charles Graebner Nat M. Washer Jesse M. Lee C. V. Birkhead W. S. Conness D. J. Woodward H. E. Hildebrand R. T. Pruitt J. W. Warren Walter Napier Jack Ruse A. B. Stephens B. Ricaby Ricaby

Hotel Arrivals List From National Guests In Dallas

A lengthy hotel arrivals column lists numerous guests and their home cities across the United States. Names include John S. Adamson New York Sam Henner Louisville M H Smith Fort Worth Dr H H Brown Yoakum J H Snell Wirt Yeak Dallas Mrs C B Lucas Berclair and many others from Chicago Los Angeles Philadelphia San Antonio and beyond. The roster highlights prominent visitors and their origins visiting Dallas area hotels.

St. Anthony John S. Adamson New York Sam Henner Louisville M. H. Smith Fort Worth H. H. Brown L. Traylor Pasadena Cal Mary Murrell Long Beach A. Shaw Chicago Peter Smith Toledo Bexar H. ©. Perkins H. Fuscany Dallas H. Becker Kerrville G. M. Longhorn Smithville W. C. Flanchiey Zanesville Ohio Marrs Mcean Beaumont J. T. Waddell Dayer New Orleans T. W. Lovett Cuero H. EE. Marron Palestine Savoy T. J. Pearson Mineral Wells E. 8 Fowlerton Thompson Wilson Baltimore C. D. Jones Monterey F. B. Twdell Houston Ida Campbell Liberty J. C. Blair Crockett Erwin H. Keller Doylestown W. B. Everett William 4d. White James T. Hennegan Cincinnati Harry Spencer Mexico City Austin W. D. Johnson Emporia Kan James J. Gordon Kansas City

Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Remains in England

Archaeologists in England recently discovered remains buried at least four thousand years ago. The find sheds light on early human activity and prehistoric settlements in the region.

England

Government IQ protest Americans linked Juarez to El Paso

A Juarez population of 14 000 linked by bridge and trolley to El Paso is urged to receive U S soldiers for patrols after nightly robberies and assaults on Americans and looting of business houses. Secretary Stimson says U S troops cannot enter foreign territory without risk and rules out changes while safety off river remains. El Pasoans press for border patrol and leniency for Lieutenant Fields facing court martial.

Retary Stimson Juarez el Paso Madero Stimson United States

Mexican consul seeks border calm as 800 more join Juarez guards

Mexican consul Enrique C. Llorente reports a telegram from President Madero urging no fighting on the border. He says 800 additional men should join 400 armed in Juarez to halt advancing rebels at Bauche, fourteen miles south.

Associated Press EL Paso Tex Benrique C. Llorente Madero Juarez Bauche

Miss Wilson Travels with Refugees Toward El Paso

Miss Nellie Wilson daughter of Woodrow Wilson travels with American refugees from Madera to Pearson Chihuahua. They expect to reach El Paso Saturday night. The advance party notes Vasquista forces move toward Juarez now exposed as a potential objective.

Wilson el Paso Tex Nellie Wilson Woodrow Wilson Madera Pearson Chihuahua Mexico Juarez

Machinations of Enemies Threaten Mexican Border

Mexican consul Manuel A. Esteva warned that enemies of Mexico could force fighting toward the El Paso border to draw American troops into the river region. He said he had no word of trouble from Chihuahua, reports in Mexico City pointed to improving conditions in the south, and he doubted Pasqual Orozco’s desertion of the Madero government or Trevino's provisional presidency plans.

Mexico el Paso Manuel A. Esteva Mr. Esteva United States Mexico City Pascual Orozco Madero Geronimo Trevino Nuevo Leon

Fair May Yet Be Saved By League

The International fair may be saved by the Young Men's Business league as directors plan to meet early next week to decide whether to salvage the project. The Traction company in New York will fund up to 20000 dollars of bonds, leaving a 5000 dollar shortfall debated by league directors. A Friday conference was postponed due to President Albert Steves absence.

Young Men’s Business League D. O. Terrell New York the Traction Company Fair Association League Albert Steves

False Alarm At Alamo Plaza Fire Box Incident

Fire Chief Bishop triggered a false alarm while trying to insert a glass in fire alarm box No 21 at Alamo Plaza and East Houston Street. Six companies rushed to the scene but no damage or injuries occurred as message delays hampered timely notice. Assistant Chief McSorley helped manage responding units as crowds gathered and traffic congested briefly.

Bishop Alamo Plaza East Houston Street McSorley

Sneed Case Heads to Jury After Late Night Proceedings

Fort Worth Texas February 24 Judge Hendricks closed state argument in the Sneed murder trial and W P McLean Jr began defense. Sneed will not finish before 4 pm and Senator Hanger will conclude, with a judge's twenty page charge likely delaying a jury until late tonight.

Associated Press Fort Worth Tex Hendricks Will Boyce Captain Boyce W. P. McLean Jr Sneed Senator Hanger

Pittsburg Man Found Dead in Room on Avenue C

J F Gillen of Pittsburg Pa was found dead at noon in his room on Avenue C from an apparent asthma attack. He arrived January 10 seeking relief and had a severe attack downtown yesterday. A negro maid failed to rouse him this morning. the proprietress found him lifeless. He was about 45. Pass books show 3000 in deposits at Union Savings bank of Pittsburg. Justice Umscheid held an inquest and will locate relatives.

J. F. Gillen Pittsburg Avenue C Mr. Gillen Union Savings Bank of Justice Umscheid Gillen

Jacob Cold Packing Co Promises Prompt Delivery After Fire

Notice from Jacob Cold Packing Co stating a warehouse fire on the morning of the 234 caused slight delivery delays but two carloads of fresh provisions have arrived and orders will receive prompt attention under manager W. A. Prescott.

Jacob Cold Packing CO W. A. Prescott

Staacke Bros. Offers Carriages and Puggies at Low Prices

Staacke Bros offers a large assortment of carriages puggies and phase tons at very low prices. Messenger service and both phones listed as 290.

Staacke Bros Messenger Bey

Obituary of Mrs Alice M Harris 36 at 1003 South Presa

Mrs Alice M Harris 36 died at 4 15 this morning at 1003 South Presa street. She belonged to Woman's Auxiliary No 61 and Typographical union No a. Survived by husband B Harris of the city father F Padfield Belleview Ill sister Mrs E F F 52 algo and brother Irwin Pac held both of St Louis Mo. Funeral from the residence at 3 PM tomorrow Rev J T Pinnell will officiate and interment in Typographical union lot City cemetery No 4.

Harris Alice M. Harris South Presa Street Woman’s Auxiliary No Typographical Union B. Harris F. Padfield Belleview Ill E. FF Algo Irwin Pacheld St. Louis J. T. Pinnell Alamo Methodist Church City Cemetery No

Mrs Sarah Lyons Dies After Long Illness

Mrs Sarah Lyons 52 native of Michigan died yesterday at a local hospital after a prolonged illness. A funeral will be held at 2 PM from Riebe Undertaking and burial will be in cemetery No 3.

Mexican native Mrs. P. G. Van Catt dies in San Antonio

Mrs. P G Van Catt aged 56 dies at 6 15 this morning at 736 South Alamo street. She was born in Mexico and has lived here about a year. Survivors include two daughters and one brother. Sloan Hagy Undertaking Co will take the body to Monterey Mexico for burial tomorrow.

Infant Lyell Died at Five Months in Alamo Heights

Five months old John R. Lyell, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Lyell, died yesterday at their Alamo Heights home. The parents will accompany the body as it is taken by Zizik Undertaking to Corsicana, Texas, for burial.

Mrs Paula Alejan dro Dies Near City Limits

Paula Alejan dro aged 55 died at 5 pm yesterday at her home on the Pleasanton road just outside the city limits. She came here seven months ago from Saltillo Mexico. Funeral services will be at Zizik chapel this afternoon with interment in San Fernando cemetery.

Alejandro Paula Alejandro Pleasanton Road Saltillo Mexico Zizik Chapel San Fernando Cemetery

Death of 15 year old Elizabeth Bell from house fire

Miss Elizabeth Bell daughter of Mr and Mrs Sam C Bell 321 West Laurel street died last night from severe burns suffered when her clothing caught fire beside an open grate. Funeral scheduled for 4 pm at the residence with bearers Woodford Thornton Tobin Rote Edgar Tobin Donald Fraser Girard Fraser and Alex Fraser. burial in Cemetery No 1.

Edgar Tobin Donald Fraser Girard Fraser Alex Fraser

Staacke Bros Top Your Auto For New Year

Commence the new year right with a fresh car top from Staacke Bros. They offer durable additions and expert installation to refresh your vehicle. Enhance appearance and protection as the calendar turns.

Staacke Bros

Osteopath Dr Sahra Herdman Details

Advertisement lists Dr Sahra F Herdman osteopath located at Gibbs Buildings with residential phone service and contact number N 30565 blue.

Sahra F. Herdman Osteopath Gibbs Blds

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