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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1912

Page

10

Medina lands to be placed on sale in Medina Valley project

The Medina Valley Irrigation company will begin sale and colonization of a 14 000 acre irrigated tract southwest of San Antonio between the Southern Pacific and International and Great Northern railroads. Purchasers may select tracts before Oct 1 with water ready by then. Two new towns Natalia and Pearson will develop with modern amenities.

Medina Valley Irrigation Company San Antonio Ayres Chicago Medina Lands H. J. Miller New York Pearson Syndicate Chicago & Eastern Railroad Rio Grande Valley Mr. Ayres Medina Rio Grande Southern Pacific International & Great Northern Kirk Lytle Lacoste Dunlay Natalia Pearson

Fort Worth Businessmen Visit Kickapoo Springs Trip

A party of eight Fort Worth businessmen traveling in two cars arrived in San Antonio for an overnight stop on a pleasure journey to Henry Lewis ranch at Kickapoo Springs along the Nueces river. The group includes Dr. Mullins Trigg Williams Clark Henkel Hardwick Mea chum and Gardner. They left Fort Worth Thursday morning and reached Austin the same day stopping at the Gunter hotel en route.

Henry Lewis Kickapoo Springs Nueces River Fort Worth San Antonio Frank Mullins Ross Trigg D. W. Williams George C. Clark W. W. Henkel Wilber Hardwick T. O. Meachum Jack Gardner Austin Gunter Hotel

Taft Declines Fall Campaign Trip to Minnesota State Fair

President Taft said he would not undertake an extensive campaign trip this fall and declined an invitation to attend the Minnesota state fair in September.

Ant Ashington D. C Taft

Vanderbilt and Bride in Rumored Split on Thames Venture

Rumors spread in society circles that Alfred G. Vanderbilt and his new wife may part after a party aboard the $75,000 houseboat Venture on the Thames. The event featured dancing and antics described as bunny hugs and turkey trots, with Mrs. Vanderbilt absent from the gathering.

Alfred G. Vanderbilt Mrs. Vanderbilt

Appeal Filed in Moore vs Hallam Estate Case

An appeal has been taken in the case of H. J. Moore against M. S. Hallam as administrator of the estate of H. E. Barnard. The matter concerns title to property in Oakland Terrace and in Lubbock and Campbell's addition. A fall hearing is expected in the appellate court.

H. J. Moore M. S. Hallam H. E. Barnard Oakland Terrace Lubbock Campbell

Sam Houston Camp W O W Smoking Night Tonight

Sam Houston Camp W O W hosts a smoker at their hall on West Commerce Street tonight at 8 o clock. A fine program and plenty of smoke promised. Event noted for Grand hall Prinz's hall and Blanco road on July 13.

Sam Houston Camp West Commerce St Prinz’s Hall Blanco Road

County Auditor Reports June Balance and Yearly Expenditures

The county reports on hand funds at 26 458 93 dollars for June. Expenditures for the month total 26 303 08 dollars and for the eleven months of the last fiscal year amount to 296 681 07 dollars.

Signature Verifies by Edgar N. Cummings Across Complaints

The document shows signatures of Edgar N. Cummings on statements sworn by City Detective William S. Green. The complaints reference the West End lake area known as Dance and are dated Wednesday.

W. H. Williams Edgar N. Cummings William S. Green West End Lake

Watermelon Prize Dance Set at Dixie Social Hall

A watermelon prize dance is planned for Saturday July 13 at the Dixie social hall located at 1429 South Flores Street. Artzt music will provide the entertainment.

Dixie Social Club Dixie Social Hall S. Flores Street

Texarkana Official Visits San Antonio on Dispatch Tour

C B Wood general freight agent of the Texarkana and Fort Smith railroad, based in Texarkana, spent today in San Antonio on a periodic visit. The railroad is part of the Kansas City Southern Railway system.

City C. B. Wood Texarkana and Fort Smith Railroad Texarkana San Antonio

Doctors Garring and Hatcher Open Osteopaths Clinic

Two doctors, Garring and Hatcher, establish an osteopathy practice in a single building. The residence at Travis is listed as a connecting address.

Drs Garring & Hatcher Travis Clu

Regular Dance at Muths Garden Schedule

A weekly dance program continues at Muths Garden with sessions on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday offering social dancing options for attendees.

Muth

Society officers contact details in old San Antonio notice

San Antonio Humane Society officers George T. Botsford and Fred Davison listed with address 324 Hicks Building, old telephone numbers 71, nights and Sundays 2341 and 2782.

San Antonio Human Society George T. Botsford Fred Davison Hicks

Illinois Central officials visit San Antonio today

I. C. Official H. W. Brill, assistant general passenger agent of the Illinois Central, headquartered in New Orleans, paid a visit to San Antonio. He was accompanied by H. C. Webb, district passenger agent of the Illinois Central at Houston.

I. C W. H. Brill Illinois Central Railroad New Orleans San Antonio H. C. Webb Illinois Central Houston

Dancing nightly at Electric Park in Bexar County

The notice lists venues and contacts including Bexar County Humane Society at Mackay building and Dr Shropshire. It notes Captain J W Long of Aransas Pass visiting the city and owning a gulf excursion boat line. It mentions Cafe Tivoli at 206 N Presa St and Kohr teaching dancing with Electric Park also referenced. A Southern Pacific steamship model display is planned for Galveston during a cotton carnival in August.

Aransas Pass J. W. Long Raaies Gulf

Local notes inform on calls, vacations, alimony, theft case, and promotions

Dr J M Miller has returned. Deputies on vacation L Anderson and T H Holloman head to Seguin and Kerrville for two weeks. A social event is scheduled at Modern Woodmen hall with music by Carolus on July 14. Judge J L Camp hears alimony case Cora Shannon vs E V Shannon. divorce not moved to fall term. Minnie Bacon and Alber Anthony face theft charges in justice court. Postoffice announces promotions for several carriers and clerks due to good records and performance.

United States L. Anderson T. H. Holloman Mr. Holloman Seguin Mr. Anderson Kerrville J. L. Camp Cora Shannon E. V. Shannon Minnie Bacon Alber Anthony Joseph Umscheid

Carriers Promoted and Clerks Named in Post Office

Ferdinand L. Koestring Allan A. McCall and Calvin S. Racey received promotions. Post office clerks listed include Miss Marjorie Breeding Miss Ruth Hoffmeyer Arthur Merritt Fred Phillips Miss Cecelia Smith and Paul M. Stevens.

Ferdinand L. Koestring Allan A. McCall Calvin S. Racey Marjorie Breeding Ruth A. Hoffmeyer Arthur Merritt Fred H. Phillipps Cecelia Smith Paul M. Stevens

Theft Charge Brought Against A R Rogers

A R Rogers was arrested by the police department and charged with stealing 100 dollars from Mary E Rentz of 425 Live Oak street. The complaint was filed by Thomas Diller, who также resides at 425 Live Oak street.

A. R. Rogers Police Department Mary E. Rentz Live Oak Street Thomas Diller

Recovering From Poison Aide to Bracelet Cleaning Incident

Miss Louise Cowen daughter of Attorney Ben Cowen recovers after cyanide of potassium poisoning endured while cleaning a bracelet with crystals. No further injuries reported and incident investigated by local authorities.

Louise Cowen Ben Cowen

Fracas on Matamoras Street Ends With Arm Fracture

Reyes was struck with a pick handle during an argument on Matamoras street at 3:30 yesterday afternoon. His left arm between the wrist and elbow fractured in two places. Andres Rios was arrested on assault charges. Rios says Reyes attacked him with a hammer prior to the hit.

Reyes Matamoras Street Andres Rios Rios

Musical Service Planned at Travis Park Methodist Church

A Sunday evening service at Travis Park Methodist features musical numbers and discussions on American Bible Society work led by John W. Shoemaker and Y M C A efforts in San Antonio by N Tanenbaum. Performers include Schramm, Miss Mary Harrison, Mrs G E Gwinn, Lucile Mueller, Earnest Scrivener, Gilbert Romberg, and others in a varied program with organ and violin pieces.

Travis Park Methodist American Bible Society John W. Shoemaker N. Tanenbaum San Antonio Schramm Martin American Bible Society Faure Earnest Scrivener Gilbert E. Romberg Christian Alliance Christian and Missionary Alliance the Gospel Mission Victoria Matagorda Stree Church of the Nazarene Avenue D Maverick Park William E. Fisher H. L. Rice Gilbert E. Schramm Faure Ernest Scrivener Coombs G. B. Schramm Mr. Romberg Young Men’s Christian Association Shelley Calkin Mary Harrison Seventh Day Adventists Red Men's Hall Soledad Street Central Christian Church Main San Pedro Avenues Hugh McLellan Angelus Neal Wilson Paulee Jones Moses Lorenz Cw. Ham

Three Forgery and Passing Forged Instrument Charges

Justice Umscheid's court filed three counts of forgery and three counts of passing forged instruments against F. B. Parks who was arrested by police. Three checks allegedly paying for groceries each for fifteen dollars were involved, one purporting to bear.

Justice

Sunday Sermons and Special Music Planned Across City Churches

Madison Square Presbyterian on the church lawn hosts an all day service with the topic A Day Spent in Bethlehem and morning Ruth an Oriental Idyll evening David and the Water of Bethlehem. Multiple churches list services music, mass times, and Sunday school with Epworth Leagues and youth groups.

San Antonio Epworth League Christian Endeavor Travis Park Methodist Church Gilbert E. Schramm Mary Harrison E. Guinn Ucille Mueller E. Scrivener G. EB. Schramm Walter Romberg Madison Square Presbyterian Church Bethlehem Ruth David Laurel Heights Methodist Church Central Christian Church Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church St. Mary’s Catholic Church Children of Mary First Baptist Church Fourth Ladies’ Aid and Missionary Society Presbyterian Pine Street First Presbyterian Church Avenue D Fourth Streets Post Office Arthur G. Jones Young People’s Society Camden Street Lexington Avenue Frederick Bowen D. D Christian Endeavor Society Church Lawn Denver Boulevard Presbyterian Church C. M. Licklider L. H. Morey Harlandale Presbyterian Church Utica Westminster League First United Presbyterian Church West Myrtle Street Co. B. McStravick Meth Alamo Methodist Church South Alamo and Wickes Streets J. T. Pinnell West End Methodist Church Thomas Gregory Woodlawn Avenue Belknap Place J. D McKinley Avenue HL Johnson Townsend Mabel Pfeiffer Cann of Galilee

Austin clubs plan salute for Pennybacker victory

Austin representatives from women’s clubs and patriotic societies met to arrange Mrs. Percy V. Pennybacker’s entertainment on her return from San Francisco. The event honors her win as president of the National Federation of Woman’s Clubs with help from Colquitt and Mrs. Joseph D. Sayers.

Austin Tex Woman's Clubs and Patriotic Societies Percy V. Pennybacker San Francisco Pennybacker National Federation of Woman's Clubs Colquitt Joseph D. Sayers

Hebrew School Vacation Session Offered by Hebrew Institute

The Hebrew Institute will offer a Hebrew school during vacation with instruction in Hebrew and Bible history at the public school on South Flores and Guilbeau streets. Hours are 9 30 to 12 and 1 30 to 2 30. Tuition is free. L N Ler, Secretary.

Hebrew Institute South Flores and Guilbeau Streets L. N. Ler

Also Mentioned on This Page

W. S. Ayres Nueces Rive Dallas SAN Antonio Bronghos Morris Block & Co East Houston Street A. G. Vanderbilt Waliked Heh Ciey-News Cowles Auto Electric Park Bexar County Humane Society Mackay Building E. M. Collins Dr. Shropshire Moore Building Cafe Tivoli N. Presa St Kohr Galveston Southern Pacific Steamship Company Harrisburg Bond & Co J. M. Miller Friedman Orpheum Bexar Social Club Aist Modern Woodmen Hall North Flores Street Carolus Highland Hall Musical Service Travis Park Methodist Church North Pine Olive Streets John Wesley B. F. Harris J. A. Manning Sharer Street Travis Park Methodist Episcopal Church Travis Navarro Street W. A. Godbey Gilbert Schramm Prospect Hill Methodist Church Z W. Liles Carhart Methodist Episcopal Avenue C Pecan Street Erin Palmer Wright CC. W. Rogers Woman’s Temperance Crusade Ohio Christian Science First Church of Christ, Scientist Fifth Street Sacrament Lutheran Grace English Evangelical Lutheran Church Avenue E J. C. Felger Father Ananias Sapphira St. John's Lutheran Church South Presa Nueva Streets Carl Wooge A. Hartmann Luther League Harlandale San Antonio Avenue Corpus Christi Road A. L. Swinehart Evangelical Lutheran, Missouri Synod W. O. W. Hall W. Commerce and Piepenbroch St. Joseph’s Catholic Church W. A. Fuhrwerk St. Mary’s Street J. H. Quinn Church of Christ South Flores Street Evangelical Association Bible School C. A. Arnold Young People’s Alliance Harold Arnold Milton Arnold Lizzie Leesburg Burnet and Chestnut Streets E. Garfield Johnson John's Episcopal Church Cherry Streets Nolan Street Hutcheson St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Zavala Leona Streets E. J. Balsley Creamery Dairy Co Mrs. Pennybacker Women of Austin Federation Citizens Insurance Company W. L. Herff SAN Antonio Loan & Trust CO West Commerce Street
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