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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1912
Page
11
Berlin dispatch notes the Reichstag composition is uncertain due to doubtful results and elusive members. Analysts say the conservative bloc is the clear minority while socialists are viewed as a potential menace to the government’s plans.
Breathing HYOMEI over the inflamed nasal membranes is advertised to destroy germs and heal catarrh. The complete outfit with inhaler sells for $1 and refills at 50 cents. the ad promises refunds if not satisfied.
The piece notes the conservatives plus clerical center party losing a majority, with 198 to 204 votes possible across factions. It highlights predicted short life for the new Reichstag, a socialist bloc of 110, and plans to push army, navy, tax, and tariff measures despite political fragmentation. A street riot at Schwetz interrupts the scene. A. Collman, plumber.
Ambrose Mitchell sues John W Haley in the Forty fifth District Court over a fence and line dispute on Chestnut Street. Mitchell seeks injunction and 500 dollars damages claiming light and air will be shut out if Haley builds on the line. Temporary injunction issued yesterday and evidence will be heard tomorrow.
Sheriff George Matthews and deputies investigated a dynamiting on the Houston and Texas Central railroad about three miles east of Austin. Several yards of track and most of the cattle guard were blown away but no arrests were yet made. a reported explosion came in before the train departed, possibly averting an accident.
Tulsa reader Mrs. Charlie Henderson credits Cardui with curing her week long dizziness and weakness from womanly troubles after one bottle. The ad extols Cardui as a gentle plant based remedy that improves appetite nerves and energy and offers a home treatment guide from the Chattanooga Medicine Co.
Federal Judge Carpenter allowed introduction of 35 original margin sheets from National Packing covering the first eight months of 1910 in the Chicago packers trial. Defense fought the evidence, calling the papers irreverent, while District Attorney Wilkerson and Special Counsel Butler pressed for their use amid testimony on a red book and beef shipments. The proceedings also noted a press comment on the San Antonio Light and a hotel remark by Colonel Hunter.
Mayor Callaghan to announce the appointment of a fire marshal next Monday afternoon. Council approval likely to ratify the choice between Ed Lyons and Charles Arnaud, following the death of William Ingle two weeks ago. Arnaud and Lyons are viewed as the leading contenders among many applicants.
Col. William C. Hunter of Chicago praises Texas newspapers as remarkably bright in handling news and advertising in a morning statement. He commends the skill and enterprise of publishers across the state.
Thomas R. Charles, a prominent Liverpool cotton merchant, died today. He played a leading role in the movement to reform bills of lading.
Governor Phillips Lee Goldsborough of Maryland says in an interview that he favors the renomination of President William Howard Taft. The remarks were made as Taft's candidacy faces momentum in Baltimore on January 26.
F Klamp of Honolulu says charge-preferment against Governor Walter Frear arose suddenly after his Hawaii departure, with no prior irregularities suspected by locals. Klamp, at the Gunter hotel with Mrs Klamp, is visiting Col. G B Girard. Contact The Light tomorrow for a ten day run at half a cent per word.
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