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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1909
Page
17
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best tonic to keep children healthy by purifying blood and boosting strength. It claims the medicine prevents and fights common diseases through a special formula of many ingredients, urging faithful use in liquid or pill form with a 100-dose dollar offer.
A fragmentary portrait sketches Judge Arthur W. Seeligson of the Fifty-seventh District, discussing rumors about influence in a local area nicknamed the noire hole. It notes his birth on August 10 1871 at Taglawala Texas, education at Dean Academy A M College and University of Texas, and early legal career in San Antonio. A divorce case excerpt shows a tense courtroom moment and implication of provocative behavior.
An advertisement extols Stunnis Charcoal Lozenges made from willow charcoal and honey. It claims to cleanse breath by removing odors from onions tobacco and liquor, improve digestion, and act as a gentle stomach fixative. Packaged as a health remedy, price listed as 2 cents, with order address for A A Stuart Co. Marshall, Meh.
In New Bedford the courtroom staged a dramatic demonstration as Ida Howard of Bevicville was linked to a murder case. Private Phonuis A. Doyle testified about pressing arteries to simulate killing, while James N. Swill stood as the subject of the demonstration amid the trial proceedings.
The record price of R1,000 for 21 acres located six miles east of Lidelly was paid yesterday by Beehonhi g to transfer ownership to Anton Lenonr. The transaction occurred at the county dark yesterd ay office, with grounds of the Alaska Tike Ppeiths axiest ton wall briefly described.
A long session opens with a 30 day term amid crowded dockets. Criminal cases head the docket including Wall Clark for murder and theft, Fisher Williams and Charlie Jackson for Louis Napoleon’s murder, and twenty plus juries called for the Forty-seventh division. Court actions span county and city courts with many indictments and trials scheduled Monday.
A smooth stranger robbed numerous dentists in Ely, Texas. Police pursued the suspect after the daytime incident, with officers examining possible connections and reviewing shop surveillance for leads. No injuries reported.
A plaintiff seeks forty thousand dollars in damages alleging personal injuries. The filing references a mishap and a medical event surrounding the incident, with details obscured by OCR. Urban or county court records list defendants unknown in the fragment.
A vintage advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm made by Blood Balm Co claiming it cures skin diseases rheumatism and contagious blood poison. It markets benefits like clearing sores, restoring fair skin, and purifying blood for improved health with testimonials and sample offers through mail order.
A fragmentary report describes a Death Valley trip, featuring dangers and notable terrain features. The article references witnesses, minimal details on participants, and promotional plans for open viewing in Houston and San Antonio announcements.
A woman appeared yesterday before the local justice court on burglary charges. The case, described in court records, involves alleged entry at a residence and subsequent theft, with the defendant named as a suspect in the filing.
Advertisement extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as "The Nation's Safeguard of Health" and a trusted laxative for families. It claims benefits for stomach, digestion, and bowel regularity, emphasizing suitability for women and children. The copy lists testimonials and a mail offer for samples.
Confused report from Chita, Wh lists Hongr Painter as janitor at Cilcare gallery among world rated galleries. Aimed to secure positions in Chicago, the subject faced moves and a resulting decision about a patriotic task, with references to a vital need and a relocation to Chicago.
Special to Wie Light from Houston reports Texas cattle sales and land transfers in February. The article notes a large batch of cattle and land moved, with estimates of millions of acres exposed and substantial values, including a Denver firm contributing funds for a cattle initiative.
President Roosevelt Secretary Wilson and Gifford Pinchot honor a farmer by sight in a National Preservation event. Charles S. Barnett of Union City Georgia awards the membership as part of a session. A tropical garden is planned with exhibits including fevers and shade trees at the expositions buildings.
A crude advertisement promises hundreds of testimonies and urges readers to send an ANE and address to receive a total package by mail for a Pyramid Lite cue. It claims the product cures piles and blind piles and warns readers away from rival moveables.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention burial permits and a hospital or cemetery setting with unclear names and locations. The readable items reference a hospital, cemetery, and burial processes with insufficient details to identify persons or places.
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