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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1912

Page

2

Swamp Root Credence From Tennessee Reader

In a testimonial from Jackson Tennessee J C Smith Jr reports kidney relief after using four bottles of Dr Kilmer Swamp Root. He recalls a prior attack and says no recurrence in three years since treatment. Notary P C Stovall certifies the affidavit on July 18 1909 in Madison county Tennessee.

Dr. Kilmer J. C. Smith JR Jackson, Tenn Johnson Street State of Tennessee County of Madison P. C. Stovall

Prove What Swamp Root Will Do For You Letter

A promotional letter from Dr Kilmer and Co of Binghamton New York urges readers to request a sample bottle of Swamp Root. It promises a booklet on kidneys and bladder and notes bottles are sold at drug stores in regular fifty cent and one dollar sizes. The San Antonio Daily Light is referenced.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N. Y San Antonio Daily Light

Watterson Ready to Prove He Raised Funds for Wilson

The piece recounts efforts to aid Governor Wilson through fundraising managed by his team. Thomas F. Ryan is cited as a plausible donor, described as a disinterested Virginian friend. The author, once a believer in Wilson, warns that Harvey’s involvement tainted view, stressing the need for a capable, broad minded leader in the White House.

Watterson Wilson Ryan Thomas F. Ryan Colonel Harvey Harvey White House

Wilson Busy Schedule In Boston After Arrival

Governor Wilson of New Jersey arrived in Boston with a packed agenda. He was expected to speak at the city club, address the Harvard Democratic club in Memorial Hall, and attend the Boston Real Estate exchange banquet. He met Mayor Fitzgerald and then visited the state house to see Governor Oss.

Associated Press Boston Mass Wilson New Jersey City Club Harvard Democratic Club Memorial Hall Cambridge Boston Real Estate Exchange Somerset Fitzgerald Ret Oss

Harvey to Say Nothing on Tillman Watterson Harvey Wilson

New York dispatch reports Col George Harvey editor of Harper s Weekly will not comment on the Tillman Watterson Harvey Wilson controversy or related correspondence. He avoided discussion of a possible break with Governor Wilson and joked he may stay out of it forever. Boston dispatch says Governor Wilson also had nothing to say when asked at the city club about the dispute.

Associated Press New York George Harvey Harper's Weekly Tillman-Watterson-Harvey-Wilson Tillman Colonel Watterson Governor Wilson Wilson Tillman-Watterson Harvey Boston Mass City Club

Proposer rejects rail line deal offers for San Antonio links

Civic group rejects railroad proposals after a morning meeting with the clearing house. The British syndicate offers a $50,000 bond plus $10,000 option bond and a $300,000 stock or $150,000 subsidy plan, with extensive rights of way and depot grounds, but citizens demand more guarantees before construction begins. The discussion touches bonds, franchises, and a two-city build to Rockport and Crowther with plans to reach the Rio Grande.

Civic State Bank & Trust Company San Antonio Crowther Clearing House Civic Organizations Committee Frederick Terrell W. R. King The City National Bank Jesse Oppenheimer D. & A. Oppenheimer Banking Company L. N. Walthall West Texas Bank & Trust Company J. H. Haile J. N. Brown Alamo National Bank N. S. Graham American Bank & Trust Company Ernest L. Brown Marshall Freeborn Lockwood National Bank Jake Wolff A. H. Halff D. O. Terrell P. G. Lucas R. H. Wester August Briam Jr John B. Carrington Chamber of Commerce Charles Graebner E. Cowper-Thwaite Henry W. Quinan A. L. Matlock 8. A. Hopkins J. Frank Davis Cowper-Thwaite San Antonio, Rockport Mexico Rio Grande Tampico Mexico City Mr. Cow

San Antonio Texas Railroad Proposal to Build 370 Miles

The San Antonio Rockport and Mexican railroad proposes to build 370 miles from San Antonio to the Rio Grande border in Hidalgo county with extensions to Tampico and Mexico City. Construction targets 24 months for western segment and 36 months to Hidalgo. a one year leeway is allowed. The line would connect with the Kansas City Mexican and Oriental road and other lines, with terminals and yards.

Chamber of Commerce Real Estate Exchange Young Men's Business League Jobbers and Manufacturers’ League Retail Merchants’ Association San Antonio Texas Entlemen Rockport McMullen County Crowther Harbor Island Hidalgo County Rio Grande Tampico City of Mexico Republic of Mexico San Angelo Kansas City Mexican and Orientalroad

Bombing in Tiensin Raises Alarm Over Revoltaries

A man hurls a bomb as Liang Pi alights to enter his home. both legs are broken and one limb must be amputated. The bomber dies in the blast. Liang Pi, a hard line reactionary, is linked to Mu Lu Cheng’s assassination. Chang Huai Chih is blamed for quelling anti revolutionary sentiment. Moments after, authorities fear a wave of similar crimes targeting top officials. Republican agents say fighting may pause, but isolated clashes could occur. Some claim Premier Yuan Shi Kai’s staff discussed releasing imprisoned dynamiters.

Liang Pi Mu Lu Cheng Chang Huai Chih Tien Tsin Peking Yuan Shi Kai

Attempted assassination at Tientsin station

By the Associated Press Brig. Gen. Chang Huai Chih was targeted at the Tientsin railroad station this morning but sustained no injuries. The incident occurred January 27 with authorities investigating the attempt.

Associated Press Tien Tsin Chang Huai Chih

European Financiers and Construction Company Involvement

Committee to carry out our part of the proposals herein submitted see A. L Matlock Vice-President S A R and M Ry Co Cooper-Thwaite for the European Financiers and Construction Company.

A. L, Matlock S,a. R M. Ry, Co Cooper-Thwaite European Financiers and Construction Company

San Antonio Railroad Proposal Sparks Trust Debate

A coalition of business and trade groups in San Antonio report their four week effort as fiduciaries in negotiations with the San Antonio Rockport and Mexican Railroad and European financiers. They outline the proposed line from San Antonio to Crowther to Rockport and to the Rio Grande, plus optional extensions to San Angelo and beyond. They seek a $100000 bond or two bonds of $50000, and extensive terminal sites, rights of way, and depot parcels held in trust until completion, with substantial expenditures to secure initial property. The synopsis was read to the Clearing House association with no questions raised.

San Angelo San Antonio Texas Harbor Island Crowther McMullen County Medina River Ppedbaong State Bank and Trust Company Bank and Trust Company Ilroad Company Rockport Rio Grande Chamber of Commerce Real Estate Exchange Young Men's Business League Jobbers and Manufacturers League Retail Merchants Association Citizens of Hidalgo County San Antonio, Rockport & Mexican Railroad Company San Antonio Clearing House Association Tampico Mexico Bexar County State Bank and Trust, Company Clearing House Association Clearing House Frederick Terrell City National J. N. Brown Alamo National Graham American Bank and Trust Company Jesse Oppenheimer D. and A. Oppen- W. R. King Leon Walthall West Texas Bank and Trust Company Marshall Freeborn Lockwood National Bank City of The State Bank & Trust CO R. R. Russell State Bank & Trust Company State Bank & ‘’Rust Company Jake Wolff A. H. Halff R. H. Wester August Briam JR P. G. Lucas D. O. Terrigl Young Men’s Business League

San Antonio Rail Bond Debate Behind City Lines

Bankers and civic committees clash over a proposed San Antonio Rockport and Mexican Railroad bond plan. A $50 000 guarantee and a $150 000 city bonus were debated to fund rights of way, depots, and terminals, with banks initially backing the project then withdrawing under questioned assurances. The joint committee pressed for a concrete bond and upfront options funding, while railroad officials offered a smaller immediate bond and later withdrew.

Denies Gaby Deslys Marriage Report

London January 27 The agent for Gaby Deslys states reports of her marriage are incorrect, denying the union allegations. The clarification comes amid circulating stories regarding her nuptials.

Gaby Associated Press London Gaby Deslys

The Prince of Tonight at the Grand headlines Henry Woodruff golf star

Amusements note that Mort H Singer presents The Prince of Tonight next Monday and Tuesday at the Grand. Henry Woodruff, famed star and Lambs club member, is described as a golf shark with a private links he built at his Nantucket summer home. The Lambs joke about beating him after his guests admitted his skill.

Mort H. Singer the Grand Henry Woodruff The Lambs’ Club Woodruff Siasconsett Nantucket Isle Massachusetts Augustus Homas

The Lads and Lassies headlining at the Plaza show

At the Plaza this evening a strong bill features The Lads and Lassies with Dixie Harris in a musical comedy with tuneful music and elegant setting. Other acts include The Village Blacksmith by Frank and Nellie Ellison, Mercedes the mystic, Byron Lee and Mary Cranston, Shriner and Wills, Wai man the violinist, Lohsé and Sterling aerials, and the Plazascope motion pictures dynamic on the program.

Plaza Dixie Harris Frank Nellie Ellison

Royal bill closes week with O'Brien troupe and other acts

Two performances at the Royal tonight cap a week of entertaining shows. A Sunday matinee features the O'Brien Troupe of acrobats headlined by Naomi the human cannon ball, plus William O'Clare’s Colleen Bawn, the Haywood trio, the Royal Orchestra, Royalscope, and a photoplay. Foley's Kidney Pills advertised by Edwards King Drug 10. Riebe Undertaking Co. offers auto ambulance service. Theo Artzt's Orchestra also listed.

the Royal O’brien Naomi William O’clare Colleen Bawn Haywood Royal Orchestra Royalscope

Morgan plans vast transfer of art treasures to New York

New York report says J. P. Morgan intends to concentrate his scattered holdings valued near 100 million dollars. A plan includes moving ivories and gems from London’s South Kensington Museum to New York and transferring art loans from Paris and other European cities to America. Morgan Jr. confirmed the transfer and indicated his father wants to centralize the collections.

Arts New York Sen Associated Press J. P. Morgan South Kensington Museum London J. P. Morgan Jr Paris America Morgan

Ozomulsion Promises Cure for Consumption Danger

An advertisement urges early use of promulsion and Ozomulsion for coughs and tuberculosis symptoms. It claims most consumptives recover, cites a death rate of one in seven, promotes a free sample bottle by mail, and lists 548 Pearl St NN as the address to request a 3 60z bottle.

Norway Pearl St

Obituary notices for Maraman Riley and West from San Antonio

Maraman H L 50 died at home after a lingering illness at 811 Main Ave native of Louisville Ky resident of San Antonio two years survived by widow and two children body to Sheffordsville Ky for burial Frank J Riley 20 died at local hospital native of Texas came from Houston six weeks ago hotel clerk remains held awaiting advices from Cleveland Ohio George W West 62 died at 5 30 am at 1822 North New Braunfels Ave survived by several children funeral expected Sunday afternoon

Riley Frank J. Riley Texas Houston Cleveland Ohio West George W. West North New Braunfels Avenue

Englander death notice and Seguin restaurant sale

Mrs A Roos of this city learns of her sister Mrs Fanny Englander of Nuremberg Germany dying. Special local items report Hole in the Wall restaurant on Austin street sold to J C Brosgan and J McGee. Luling mayor and city marshal plan a Monday sanitary inspection of premises.

Englander A. Roos Avenue B Fanny Englander Nuremberg Germany Seguin, Tex J. C. Brosgan J. McGee Austin Street William Tenney Luling, Tex W. L. Ridout B. Perry Luling

Also Mentioned on This Page

Binghamton, N.Y Woodrow Wilson Wilson-Watterson Prorum San Antonio, Rockport & Mexican Railroad Carter Foley Edwards King Riebe Undertaking Co Theo Artzt Orchestra Eimer & Amend’s A. R. Beal Gunter Building Concepcion Mission A. Collman Jones & Logwood San Fernando Associated Charities J. H. Kirkpatrick Navarro
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