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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1909
Page
1
A fragmented San Antonio piece recounts courthouse scrapes and a Fort Worth woman named Miss Taley amid an elevator dispute, jail visit anecdotes, a streetwise tale of a suitor, and tension with courtroom spectators. The narrative weaves social chaff with a count house delay and jokes about gossip in a chaotic, overheard style.
Fragmented OCR text notes nationwide reaction to Texas Sunday observance bills. Mentions John White, clerk of the board of health, and Chicago editorials critiquing the move. Indicates the material discusses estate provisions and Sunday observance in Texas.
A fragmented item discusses a proposed Texas bill restricting bartering and selling woods and other goods, and banning public amusements like baseball and motion pictures. It mentions penalties of up to 50 dollars and ten months imprisonment, and questions features for amendments including clergy conduct and ministerial salaries. The text reflects a heated debate on state regulation and public morality.
An ordinance appropriating 12000 to pave West Commerce Jetson and Nyvira streets with naphtha bitumen was completed by the Gly and Company and presented for confirmation. Mayor Callihan announced the contemplated permanent improvement and noted Marys Street could not be included due to ocupado by existing construction. Thos Browmide of Uvalde testified yesterday.
The San Antonio health board warns meat supply may be unfit for consumption. Dr Tuelid Hansen cites stock slaughtered in eluded areas, with meat offered to the public. Mayor Callaghan suggests city control of the abattoir if the plan succeeds, requiring beef and other stock to be killed at the city plant. An investigation into slaughtering practices is likely to begin immediately.
A Brunswick facility suffered an extensive blaze causing about 300000 dollars in losses. The fire damaged building contents and equipment, with an explosion reported during the incident and urgent response from local authorities. No injuries are mentioned in the fragment.
Special in The Height Whee Tex Feb 26 Col Duncan Pooper, once linked to Bonalor Carmack in a circuits of industry, lived in Me and ran a dry goods store years ago. His brother Biavins died in this state.
A mother reports her daughter developed painful hip and limb eruptions at about two and a half years old with itching and drainage. After two doctors failed, two weeks of Cuticura Soap, Cuticura Ointment, and Cuticura Resolvent cured her by February. Now fourteen and free of flare ups, she used little product overall. Winchester Tenn September 22 1908.
An early 20th century advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment for cleansing, softening, and soothing skin. It claims benefits for crusts, scales, rough hands, chapping, and other common skin conditions, stating products are pure and safe from birth. The ad lists prices and mail order details, including shipping locations and brand names.
Review notes Tim Murphy as a beloved but aging comedian in Old Tonocanne, performed with a six‑person company. Audience size was small due to Lent and prior familiarity with Murphy’s past roles, but the production is praised for acting and timing while some felt the cast’s limitations show. A weekend matinee and next week’s lineup at the Royal and People’s Theatre are announced with varied bills and prices.
Last night at the Happy Hour venue hundreds of patrons saw Johny Cittyn perform a beloved character offstage as he handed out tickets. The Sandoxis magicians and mind readers wowed families while The Dancing Dumbars and others drew cheers, ending with an amateur night lineup tonight drawing early crowds.
Anonymous copy suggests the Royal Theater will offer a mix of performances with emphasis on comfort and attentive patrons. The text hints at a curated program featuring stage entertainment and popular attractions, though many phrases are garbled.
A man was arrested at night by Officer Rubiota and charged with giving four public dances without a city permit. He appeared before Jadee Buckley in the organizing court, with Maud $10. Police warn that future events will be closely watched and payments for a special policeman are required in advance for public dances.
Special to the Light Hamilton Texas Feb 26 Turner ranch one of the last large holdings in the region lies 10 miles north of the city. It was sold today by Ia M Sthelfield to Rider and Co of St Louis for 230000. The land comprises 20080 acres.
Special to the Telegram: A gasoline lamp explosion today caused a house fire in Texarkana destroying the home of T. P. Nix. The flames spread rapidly, forcing the family to flee and leaving the residence a total loss. No injuries are confirmed in available text.
Special to The Yort Worth, X. Web report notes distraught relatives search for Litw Ventay who disappeared a week ago after leaving Fort Worth for her home in a small Arkansas town. Family fears foul play amid few clues as authorities and press pursue any lead. The piece also includes unrelated legal boilerplate about Texas corporate registration and a general insurance notice from authorities in Austin.
A Missouri legislative committee report details harsh conditions at the state penitentiary, noting overcrowded women’s cells and painful punishments. It calls for renovations and warns that conditions are among the worst, with governors and officials urged to act.
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