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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1912
Page
5
New York reports dramatic progress as star witness William Shapiro claims police knowledge of the murder car and hints at a broader conspiracy. Revelations involve Norbert Becker, “Big Jack” Seelig, and other gamblers as subpoenas loom and private detectives plan parallel inquiries.
Theodore N. Vail, president of Western Union Telegraph, announces terms for the new pension system. Pensions are based on a salary percentage for employees with twenty years of service who reach age 70 or who are permanently incapacitated through no fault of their own.
A South Dakota reader reports relief from weak stomach and indigestion after using Grape-Nuts for breakfast. She credits improved digestion and stronger nerves to the cereal and endorses the product, citing doctor advice and experience as proof. Read the Road to Wellville booklet for more details.
The text argues that proper food is easily digested and aids the digestion of other foods. It claims such nourishment has nearly unlimited benefits for the stomach and overall health.
Mrs Eli Hertzberg president of the State Federation of Woman's clubs reports from the General Federation of Woman's Clubs biennial in San Francisco. She congratulates Austin’s Mrs Percy V Pennybacker on becoming federation president and notes the strong New York delegation. The event featured extensive programs, talks by leading women, and ample entertainments for delegates.
Francisco Espinosa chancellor of the Mexican consulate in this city reports from Mexico City that the revolution is broken and the government controls the situation. He says Mexicans want to return to work after long starvation and that no changes in the local consulate are planned.
Mr and Mrs Edward J Gallagher of 333 North Cherry street will observe their golden wedding anniversary with mass at St Marys church at 7 am tomorrow A family reunion will be held at the family home early next week with several children expected in the city Miss Mollie Gallagher of New York was due in San Antonio today but the steamer has been delayed on the trip.
A new miniature lake formed at Avenue C and East Houston Street after heavy rain caused by a faulty sewer. Pedestrians were forced to circle the water as workers tried to unclog the opening and then carried water in buckets to keep the street passable.
Sherman, Tex July 19 Dr J B Stinson of Sherman files for appointment as superintendent of the Confederate home at Austin the post vacated by the late Colonel Wynne.
Sherman Texas physician Dr. W L Michael died suddenly this morning from acute rheumatism. His widow and several children survive.
The funeral for Judge John H. James chief justice of the Fourth Court of Civil Appeals will be held at 4 30 this afternoon at St Mark's Episcopal Church after his sudden death at his Comfort Texas summer home. Members of the San Antonio Bar Association will assemble at 3 this afternoon to form an escort for the body.
A vintage advertisement touts HOT SPRINGS LIVER BUTTONS as a cure for constipation liver issues and general cleansing. It claims broad benefits from a single dose and invites readers to request a free sample while noting availability in first class drug stores in San Antonio and the Southwest.
Acting Mayor Richter issued a proclamation to elect a mayor to serve the remainder of Mayor Callaghan's term. The notice was posted at voting places in forty nine precincts and sets August 8 as the election date. Mounted policemen were stationed in the wards.
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