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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1907
Page
9
Special to The Light reports in Wooo Texas on July 11 that broken glass bottles have been placed on several streets by unknown parties aiming to puncture tires as cars drive by. Investigation is proceeding.
John D. Hunting from Chicago returns from Texas noting anger over recent laws. He predicts the Texas club of 5 000 000 will dwindle to 5 000 unless laws are repealed and people leave the state. He criticizes the legislature and warns Texas may become the laughing stock of the country.
Weeo Texas July 11 trustees of negro schools retain counsel to test the new law creating one governing board for all schools. The current boards seek to keep Negro teachers elected, though the county superintendent opposes those elections and will not approve them. White men will form the new boards. tensions over pay and removals are reported amid upheaval.
Burial permits list several residents with ages and causes of death including tuberculosis and tumor. Interments scheduled at Jewish, San Fernando, and cemetery No. 3 locations, with family references and addresses such as 229 Ter Tagia Street and 215 North Fio Street.
Edward W. Bailey, once entwined in Cadahy Park debts, pays over $60,000 in checks to forty creditors after years of hardship. He says settling at 26 to 36 cents on the dollar restored his honor and allowed him to pursue an honest living despite a long, turbulent career.
The article urges combating consumption by warning against unknown preparations. It cautions that “Pake's Taney and Tar” and other yellow packets are not reliable cures and may threaten health. It notes the need for scrutiny of remedies advertised to curb coughs and colds.
Special to The Light reports the return of Mrs. Matt Ruherts from Seattle. The story mentions Miss Satie Aalma, a young woman who married Holman four years ago, and references her journey amid unclear circumstances.
All the world declares Ballard's Snow Liniment cures rheumatism stiff joints cuts sprains lumbago and neuralgia. Try it and you will be convinced. Sold by Rexar Drug Co.
A Winsdors meeting on the proposed railroad discussed a main line from San Antonio to Kingsville then toward the Rio Grande with a branch to Bash Pag and Refugio. Speakers urged a Texas coastal corridor to connect with larger cities, arguing the route would develop rich areas and aid intercoastal capacity, though no formal action was taken.
Fragmentary notes show members determined to have the toad built, with a decision to submit the matter to committee and limited discussion on the advancement of the project.
July 11 announcements urge appointing top engineers to aid in solving bridge crushes. The pebNe service Commission plans to employ Keown engineers to address transit bottlenecks during peak tours and business rush hours. Severe injuries and several deaths have occurred at bridge entrances over time.
A teaser points readers to a Saturday feature about the man and his pills, promising a revealing profile. The note hints at a broader investigation or portrait to appear in the weekend edition.
Fragmented note indicates improved cotton age wards and recent showers revive boll weevil concerns. Crop size forecast remains doubtful with heavy frosts possibly limiting yield. July outlook mentioned amid uncertain sentiment.
Waco Texas July 1 Miss Mary Mahl a skilled young woman with ties to San Antonio is poised for religious vows. The narrative notes her upbringing and education at the Academy of the Sacred Heart guiding her toward taking the name Sister Mary. Margy Fer Wovillala Bay teen mentioned alongside the note suggests a related local youth or event.
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