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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1909

Page

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Curfew Law Debate Shakes San Antonio Meeting

A crowded San Antonio court hearing on a proposed curfew law drew sharp lines between pro curfew advocates and opponents of personal liberty. J F Kearful chaired the session, insisting curfew is needed to keep youths off streets, despite opposition arguing it infringes rights amid a city with many saloons and alleged vice. A committee was formed to draft an ordinance and present it to the city council, while several speakers urged action to protect public peace.

J. F. Keariul Npos San Antonio Kearful Fearful L. Kereheville Bren Belle Dilgarde Saldons ii J. J. Kercheville Mr. Kearhil Ide Clty Heiroun J.T. Kerchyville Shank Celia Edenr Schramm Fleanor Brackenridee Conrad Schasse J. H. Matthews San Maroon Belle Diparde Teadville Colp Mra T. M. Roundtree C. Toad Carter K. EB Welle Mis

Voting place changed for Seventh ward school election

Voting place for the Seventh ward in the caming school election moved to the Mutual Aid hall due to the damage of the school rooms at St Albertia mall for the Dunpora.

St. Albertia Mall Dunpora

Reason to Recommend Dr Williams Pink Pills Contest

Texans urged to submit letters detailing benefits from Dr Williams Pink Pills for a chance at cash prizes. Prizes total 26 dollars for best letter, plus smaller awards, with strict confidentiality and verification requirements. Entries must name writer and full address, include the original paper date, and be received by March 6 1909.

Br. Williams Dr. Williams Medicine Co Schenectady Slite of Texas Ted Jetter Vetter Aevibe Asgard Tongwwal Letter Centist Dr. Willams Medicine Co Schonectady

Belknap Rifles to Hold Memorial and Meeting Tonight

Belknap Rifles mark the ninth year of existence with a memorial at Firstad Hathskener, a posthumous toast to Crypt Robert T fireen, followed by a business meeting to elect officers. The program lists talks on leadership, city life, and soldiering by members such as Nobart O’Grady and Alderman C. Smith, concluding with a social gathering at Elks Hall. A separate notice promotes a medical remedy for piles with guaranteed relief in 6 to 14 days.

Robert T Fireen Betnap Rifles Fristad Hathskener Bacer MwAqua Lewis Mave Phe Dadins H.C. King Nemes Nobart O'Grady Amhyr Storms James Sinpson C. Smith Association Elks

Militia Organization Considered by Local Business Club

Directors of the Business Men's club discussed forming a local militia unit at a meeting prompted by a letter from Dallas seeking heavier appropriations for volunteers. A resolution approving pursuing the plan was passed unanimously, with secretary Carrington authorized to confer with General Paxinger and Agent Linton on coordinating service and train connections with Brownsville.

Phat Ban Milchin Dallis Savaral Secrekay Carrington Paxsinger Linton San Antonio & Aramas Tage Irth Brownsvilles Prod W. Cook

Political fight over county court bill in Texas

Representative Chester H. Terrell said politics drives the battle behind a proposal for a new Bexar County court and a substitute to secure a superior tribunal. He cited Anti-Saloon League influence and noted signers backing the substitute opposed Judge Shook in the last election. The Senate committee left the decision to Senator Jules Real, with a vote expected by Monday. Terrell returns to Austin Sunday.

Bexar County Austin Aight Senate Committee On Judicial Districts Chester H. Terrell Terrell Hatlam Aqu-Saloon League Sterling P. Strong San Antonio Selig Deutschman Judge Shook Anti-Saloon League Jude Shook Torrells J. B. Webb We. M. Pardue Julies Real

What Color Can I Wear

Mary Vannister Willard in the Modern Woman's Horn Companion advises on colors for different hair and skin tones, explains treacherous blues and malicious whites, and guides blondes and brunettes to choose flattering hues. Grace Gould presents three graceful princess gowns aligned with new lines, plus spring hats, shoes, and fabrics.

Neal Mary Vannister Willard Grace Margeret Gould Adltar Princess Powne Ligax Mins Gould

Trans-Continental Freight Rates Cut in Major Revision

An official announce ment reports a reduction in transcontinental freight rates in effect since January 7. The decision follows a late January conference of railroad officials and affects numerous commodities, with field impact anticipated across multiple markets.

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Baptist Church Services and Activities Schedule

Baptist churches listed with times for Sunday school worship preaching and midweek prayer, including Calvary and First Baptist settings. Notes include Ladies Aid and missionary meetings, Young People's Union, Bible classes, and ordination events. Specific pastors named such as R. F. Stokes and J. Betterton are mentioned alongside church locations and service times.

Calvary Baptist B. Yo PD Ladies’ Aid Society R. F. Stokes Eni Baptist Mission EF. Stokes First Baptist Fourth and Taylor Streets Cornelius C. Coleman McCulaigh Street Franklin Portors Baptist Young People’s Union Ladies' Missionary and Aid Society Irayer Baptist Helping Hand and Rescue Mission Anslin Street Rev J. Betterton Nitive Baptist Austin Ridee Iie An. Boutly Sida Phe Women Lawet West Eod Presbyterum Cheletian Mirdeaver Christin Indeavor Bernion Rennt Toardiy Muaraday Tipomp Wal oTeDowell Glorian Rae Mda Madlaen Square Presbyterian Artie da Otel Weary Mie MG. Waean Salnfsl Aunday Buiday Madison Square Camden Fredyterian Garton Brooks Didney Tha.m Tihom Ullew Presbyterian Church Uitea North Plores Street Rav Hooth Piston Ereen West Inter Christian Crochett Snd Leseatreals Mons Opera House Bible School PS. C San Pedro Qastor Jloelock Clower James Adair Sue D Dug- Welt Choir Minater Ing Luther Levens Dole Dad Strest Church of Christ, Scientist Fifth Street Avenue D Grace Church Ibridding Solo Dal Street Coward Mevsla Regilay Berean Ulass

Swift Butterine Plant Fire At Swift & Co Yard

Jhivaga ML February 27 The butterine plant and storage house of Swift & Co in the stock yards were destroyed by fire. Loss is estimated at 150100 dollars. Jamaica ginger plantations raised 2060 pounds to the seed.

Jhivaga, ML Swift & Co Jamaica

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