Royal Yacht Alexandra Named After Queen Alexandra
A new royal yacht built for King Edward is named Alexandra in line with a long tradition of naming royal vessels after female relatives. The article notes prior names such as Victoria and Albert and Royal George, and mentions decorations shifted from the frigate Pabbs to the Royal Charlotte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King Edward
Queen Alexandra
Edward
England
Alexandra
Oxvat O
Albert
France
Denmark
Georges
Charles 1
Surprise in Light subscription contest draws heavy effort
In a lively Light subscription drive at San Antonio schools competition heats up as Miss Jane Applewaite leads with Miss Teoa Bumspach close. The contest offers premiums for top point scorers in each school and overall, with substantial cash awards for both boys and girls. Subscriptions yield rewards over months with receipts and school credits, while results hinge on continued push to recruit new subscribers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Applewaite
Teoa Bumspach
Thora! Are
Wao
Saii
Segaia
The
Light
San Anlonio
Thal
St Churd
Baby Baptized at Catholic Cathedral Sunday service
Street was baptized at the Catholic Cathedral on Sunday February 25 by Father Domingo Romeo. Sponsor names were M. Novelly and B. Lara. The child’s father is Lois Anthony Kitty Bera Jr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iither Domingo Romeo
Ware M. Novelly
B. Lara
Lois Anthony Kitty Bera, Jr
Pocket Venus 10 Become A Peeress In London News
London reports a sensational society wold involving James Gully son of Viscount Selby. His controversial marriage ended years ago, with Mrs Gully refusing a divorce. Edward Gully, Jane’s brother, weds Ada, daughter of Myra Mayor Symon of New York.
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London
James Gully
Viscount Selby
Exan
Lannton
Mr. Gully
Han
G Lidy
Ovey
Gilly
Jas
Gully
Janey
Edward
Ada
Myra
Symon
New York
Edward Gully
Waq
Ameerican
TESTS COWS FOR DISEASE AT SAN MARCOS
Speeta to The Light reports a 25 state veterinary effort led by J. Lenglay and the health office. Cows are being tested using tuberculin culture to determine tuberculosis and related infections.
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Speeta
Lenglay End
Waster
Ely Nealth
San Marcos
Widened scope of carnival parade announced in city
A wider spring parade planned by the Carnival association with industry groups and merchants backing. The parade committee, including Dick Terrell and T. D. Dobbs Jr, plans floats symbolizing progress with a goal of about 3500 dollars in new funding. Knights of Columbus to select carnival queen with female rule following leap year custom.
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Elvie
Aldings of Industry
San Antonio
Imurifactivers
Jolbora -Bo
Representoi
Ius
Luuer
Ralsing
Alls
Business Men's Club
Willian Baglgen
Trades Council
Car Mya Enterprise
Tus
Ware
Dick Terrell
Chatr Jain
Ray Houston
T. D. Dobbs, Jr
Will Groos
Gerend Frasar
Graham Dowdell
Glover Johns
Selig Deutschmann
Carnival Association
Fudge
Knights of Omala
Omala
Funeral Notice for H. E. Meehan
Died February 24 at 4 a.m. H. E. Meehan funeral from 426 Woodlawn Avenue Wednesday February 26 at 3 a.m. Friends invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. E. Meehan
Hf. Meehan
Jete
Woodlawn Avenue
Educators Meet in Washington D C Across Nation
More than 200 educators from parts of the country gathered in Washington D C for the convention of the department superintendents of the National Education Association. The three day session opens with general meetings at Metropolitan Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church and round tables elsewhere. Seven coordinated societies join the department of superintendence in the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Metropolitan Memorial Methodist Epilscoout
Round Tables
Tooet
Siperlndence
City Inspector Issues Warrant Over Short Pipe Extension
L G Gutsett city plumbing inspector issued a warrant for the arrest of J Kratzaner a plumber over a short pipe extension to the roof of an adjoining building. The action cites a city ordinance requiring verification pipes to extend to adjoining roofs amid a complaint concerning a local plaza.
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L. G. Gutsett
J. Kratzaner
Basty
Liliab
Alanio Plaza
Dr Miles Nervine Promises Restful Sleep Relief
A historical advertisement extols Dr Miles Nervine as a natural sleep remedy. It claims to quiet irritated nerves, provide refreshing sleep, contains no opiates, and leaves no after effects. Testimonial from Mrs May Scott cites chronic headaches and sleepless nights improved by Nervine.
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Miles
Sgannioas
Rome
Mika
May Scott
Baullah
Ind
Doggist Balle
Rose
Old Vegetable Treatment Promises Kidney and Bladder Relief
An article touts an “old-time vegetable treatment” for aging adults with kidney trouble and bladder weakness. It promotes a compound of Kargon, Dandelion, and Sarsaparilla, with instructions to purchase separate ingredients and mix at home, claiming wide success and safety.
StoesseI Asks Czar for a Pardon From Port Arthur Surrender
St Petersburg Feb 35 Lieutenant General Stoesaol who on February 29 was condemned to death for surrender of Port Arthur Curtress to the Japanese has petitioned Minister Nicholas for a pardon. The court recommended the sentence be commuted to 10 years in fortress with the general excluded from service. Also included are unrelated ads on piles and spectacles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Petersburg
Stoesaal
Port Arthur
Minntzer Nicholas
Gets Gold Medal For I M Sanchez In City Trade Group
I M Sanchez, president of the Gran Cirente de Oberos, received a gold medal in a ceremony last night. The honor acknowledged eight years of leadership and service to the local trade association and its members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. M. Sanchez
Gran Cirente de Oberos
Py Tune Macintal
Injunction Case Deferred in County Court Fight
Judge Camp defers ruling in the civil jail injunction case brought by Constable Charles Stevens against the county commissioners and the San Alfonso Telephone Co. The petition seeks to restrain fines or imprisonment for contempt and to stop interference with the Southwestern Telephone. County Attorney Newton filed his answer. a separate suit by commissioners to remove Stevens from the courthouse will be heard Thursday before Justice Unischeid.
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County Attornney Newton
Stevens
Steveny
Uimurderers
Mortuary notices report deaths in Richardson and Felton
News of Henry Vernon of Richardson Texas and Tama Roweok of Felton report their deaths. Henry Vernon aged two is noted as a child who had many relatives. Funeral services for Henry Vernon held at Ludwig’s Undertaking with Olive Grove Woolmen Circle in charge. Tama Roweok funeral at 823 Ogden street Felton with Rev. J. S. Patton officiating and interment in Knights of Pythias cemetery. Pallbearers listed. Also notice of Toho Perlin’s death in Mt Centre California from apoplexy. He left a widow and is survived by mother, sisters, and brothers. interment in Gullforui.
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Henry Vernon
Richardson
Texsa
Otiselty
Dire
Tama Roewokt
Ogden Street
Felten Y
J. Ts. Patton
St. Mark's Episropi Church
Nady
Knights of Pythias
Conn J. Milburn
George Munro
Fenlinald Finck
Henry Flack
R. BP
Tygruth
Daniel Taleatt
Toho
Pgrlin
San Antonio
Mt Centre
California
MF Mornin
Tve Gisters
Gullforui
Out of Town Death In Waco Local Brief
Aged 7q years, J Stone of Waco died yesterday after living in the city for some time. The article mentions guiding a Sid Slenn, a piano player, and notes other children. It references a sanative remedy for quinine and urges callers to provide full name for more information.
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S Stone
Waco
Tex
Stone
Sid Slenn
Dusbenz Pian
Aod
GROVE
Hay
Alisls
Johnson Yeoga
Hals
Ree Mee
Mariicheao- Dee FF
Sar
Whale Attacks Big Liner. Whale Dies In Clash
London reports a gigantic whale of about ten tons attacked the Atlantic liner Bismarck on the high seas. The whale struck the ship’s starboard side, causing only minor damage as the vessel diverted course. The whale disappeared and later evidence suggested it did not survive the encounter with steel.
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London
Montreal party to arrive in Texas by Plymouth Hook
S Clouston of Montreal travels with family and friends aboard the Plymouth Hook on the T QNynllvond route to Maxton Civ. The party includes 10 persons and plans to arrive tomorrow morning in sunny Texas.
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S. Clouston
Montreal
Caunta
Ely
Uwilean
Plymouth Hook
T. Q.nynllvond
Maxton Civ
Three Enlist in Navy Amid Turbulent Draft Era
The army’s new sailors include Albert Edward Davey formerly of Bracebridge Canada and the U S artillery, Edward Garke from TB 2éth afantey, and Charles Ehnore of root L let cavalry. Since Jan 1 recruiters in big cities have secured 163 remats while on their current trip they have woven 868.
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Theen Ewanldiers
Unite Stites Army
Canada
Yiterilay
United States Navy
Albert Edward Davey
Second
U. S Artillery
Bracebridge
Edward Garke
Noan's Kidney Pills Publicity Claim in San Antonio Ad
Grateful San Antonio resident Mrs. C. B. Neidert credits Noan's Kidney Pills with dramatic relief from kidney disease symptoms including severe headaches, back pain, and frequent urination after two years of illness. She reports rapid improvement after using the product from Bexar Drug Co. and urges others to beware of imitations.
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Doun
San Antonio
Mra. C. B. Neidert
Sherman Street
Texas
Noan
Bexar Drug Co
Fortorsitibnin
Buttaly
United States
Taka
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Wijore
Tera
Fevas
John R. Hageman
Metropolitan Life Insurance Co
New York City
Tillie Hilger
AL Hg
Sig Edwards
Dane
Lena Banspach
Elmer Luler
Anthony Traws
Montyrey
VENUS
Hell
Selby
Ontsa
Dallard
Capital
Stoessel
Czar
Hertzberg’s
Hertzberg
Hertybey
ent optical /bilta Intes
Bismatick Saloon
Mrs. Me Dh Barrow
Gurvicer
Birs
M. J. Barrow
Ludwig's
Tale
Pries
Olive Grove
Woolmen Circle
Reermoke
John F. Flavia
Whale
Manhattans
W.’s
Eagles
Frank Bros
Alamo Plaza
Commerce St
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San Anitonio
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