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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1907
Page
8
The city council, after confirmation of mayoral appointments and reports, refused certain consent while approving many bids. Mayor Callaghan announced reappointments in police and fire departments and supported Southwestern Telephone for pole installation on city streets, prompting an ordinary condemnation discussion and street work orders for various avenues.
Aldermen reported the Alamo Reboing company sought permission to erect poles but the council kept the matter in abeyance pending further action. The coraittes recommended 2d no permission be granted and the city attorney had reported on its paneline. The suggestion was adopted by the council with no more discussion.
Editorial style report on halted ordinances in Lin city related to Tanston street property strip and waterworks petition on Lapes sheet. Mentions suspension of fines for trash violations, fire department staffing changes, and mayoral appointees, including several named aldermen and city officials, with notes on labor and department reshuffles.
Geen to City of Mexico, Thite Strenael, a well known San Antelico bay, will saun Wave for the Che of Mexico where he goes to ac cept a posillon as an electrician.
A damaged ad describes a woman from San Antonio attributing relief from severe headaches back and kidney issues to a box of Bean’s Kidney Pills. The testimonial notes dramatic improvement after use, claims long-lasting relief, and promotes the product through local dealers and a distributor.
A fragment notes health improvements from remedies addressing the cause. It mentions constipation as a common issue and references Castor oil as a bound to treatment. The writer hints at notable personal health gains after using the remedy.
Fragmented report details multiple fraternal orders including the Order of Deut Bellows and Woodmen of the World in San Antonio and nearby lodges. It notes lodge meetings, elections, and a plan to purchase adjacent cemetery land for dignified rites, plus leadership lines and upcoming events.
A garbled report describes a Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters gathering at a lodge, with references to Latin rites, grand lodges, and a visit by fraternal leaders. The piece notes tentative plans for routine functions and public display of camaraderie among members, including Odd Fellows involvement.
Fragmentary note mentions a death in Penarth Near, with Great Britain and the United Kingdom referenced. Source text is damaged and lacks clear names or dates. yields minimal, non-specific geographic cues and no verifiable event details.
Fragmentary report notes a Korean monarch uneasy about a vast espionage network. The text mentions foreign ministers and surveys, with unclear dates and names, indicating broad state anxiety and secrecy surrounding intelligence activity.
In San Francisco the union and company leadership met but made no progress. The striking operators insist on wage increases up to twenty five percent while the company faces demands for broader concessions and potential nationwide action if talks fail.
A historic ad promotes Burnett Box Co a major box and wrapping paper producer led by J Burnett. It highlights thirty years of experience manufacturing boxes of all descriptions and serving Texas Louisiana and Mexico with a full line including twine and paper goods. The notice mentions address 139 S Angered Houston area storefronts and affiliated suppliers.
Reports indicate a revival event led by Mrs Parham draws calls for further gatherings in several towns. The Majestie area and Palouse region are noted as focal points with plans to resume sessions on a forthcoming Sunday in July.
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