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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1913
Page
3
Albany Feb 25 Harry Thaw will be asked to tell Gov. Henry Ward Beecherera? committee what he knows about the thaw case. The probe continues as officials seek facts.
A letter from Philadelphia praises Eckmans Alterative as effective for bronchial, throat and chest troubles. The writer recounts recovery after taking the remedy from 1905 onward, noting weight gain and overall health improvement. The ad invites further testimonials and lists druggists selling the medicine.
Governor Sulzer faces new questions from his committee of inquiry over efforts to obtain the release of Nathaniel Thaw from Matteawan State Hospital for the Criminal Insane where he has been confined five years for the Stanford White murder. William F. Clark, former secretary of the committee, accused a so called prison ring led by Superintendent Scott of attempting to use the governor to secure pardons for profit. Clark testified he received information in January about the conspiracy but refused to name sources, and suggested Thaw be questioned.
Luncheon offerings of oysters and refreshments advertised for both ladies and gentlemen at Crockett street opposite the Grand Opera House.
Swiss remedy Sirolin is now used in San Antonio for lung diseases. It allegedly stops disease progression and aids repair while boosting appetite and strength. Endorsed by leading European physicians, available through the Sirolin Co. and local druggists such as Jungkind and Wagner.
The ad promotes Williams' Kidney Pills to relieve nervous system strain and kidney symptoms. It urges readers with back or flank pains and a pale, tired look under the eyes to buy the remedy from local druggists, noting the price.
In Austin the Senate trimmed harsh anti Huerta language from resolutions on Mexico and murder of Madero. A Nugent substitute sought a $10,000 appropriation to boost the Texas ranger force to about 75 men and later to fund a supporting bill. House activity mirrored urgency as lawmakers debate border protection and potential militia calls.
Steam ship Suwanee of the Merchants and Miners Transportation Company caught fire at Ocean Steamship docks at 3 30 this morning. Eighteen passengers en route to Jacksonville were awakened by Chief Steward Paine and evacuated calmly as the vessel suffered heavy fire and water damage.
Tokyo February 25. The cabinet under Count Yamamoto forms to replace Katsura but opposition remains strong in the House of Deputies delaying its reconvening until February 27.
If you have weakly inflamed eyes headache dizziness and nausea consult Dr J Harvey Moore at 204 Gun ter building Riebe Undertaking Co offers auto ambulance service at 221 E Commerce Phone 341 Princess
A patent remedy from Dr. BE W Hall in St Louis advertises Texas Wonder as curing kidney and bladder troubles for men and women and regulating children's bladder issues. It promises a two months treatment per bottle, with mail order options and testimonials.
The Senate weighs delaying adjournment while plans to reconsider the full-crew bill gain momentum. Katy consolidation votes loom as supporters seek passage over the governor’s veto, with telegrams urging action from across the state. The Alamo bill and other measures prompt social calls and stalled negotiations.
Walton Peteet and two judges head to Austin with the hazing investigation findings for Avand M College. The board plans to present a transcript of Monday’s proceedings to Governor Colquitt and lawmakers, citing a push for faculty authority amid student rebellion.
California railroad officials insist that open competition between the Union and Southern Pacific is the sole condition for sanctioning steps toward dissolution. The state commission denied Union Pacific’s 999 year lease bid on the Benicia Short Line and urged equal access to terminal facilities for competing lines. Western Pacific seeks parity with Central Pacific. telegrams to St Louis report the findings and propose leasing Central Pacific to Union Pacific as an alternative through route.
Washington report says Elliott Woods, Capitol superintendent, estimates 186000 needed to cool the national legislature this summer. Of 72000 appropriated last session, 32000 has been spent on ice plants for offices and kitchens. 40000 remains to cover cooling costs for Senate and House chambers.
At its eleventh annual dinner in New York the Canadian camp showcased odd dishes to surpass prior efforts. Trepang soup from Manila star fish, a monster lake Champlain ice fish, Vancouver bear pie, twelve diracee of grouse from Scotland, tropical herb salad, wild cat meat from New Brunswick, and sea cucumbers from the Philippine Islands were among the featured items.
The Senate approved an $180 million pension appropriation bill in 25 minutes with under 15 minutes of debate. It marks the largest annual pension allocation in government history.
G E Appleham a 48 year old traveling salesman from Chicago was shot to death in his hotel room in downtown Atlanta. Three shots two in the right arm and one in the chest caused his death. His wife was held as a suspect as police investigated the mysterious shooting.
Leavenworth Kan February 25 J B Washington aged 87 the oldest prisoner admitted to the federal penitentiary began serving a one year and one day sentence for violating the federal liquor laws in Texas. The report notes police ending an investigation and references the Ladies Orchestra at the Princess.
London Zoological Garden reports 960,596 visitors from January 1 to October 30, paying admission fees totaling 125000 dollars. The figure highlights strong public interest in the showings at the amusement venue.
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