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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1911
Page
2
Prominent speaker Cone Johnson headlines at the Old Air Dome from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in a high profile political event. Dr H A Boaz and Dr George W Truett also feature in coverage of prohibition debates and endorsements across North Texas with discussion of local option and statewide prohibition impacts.
The piece notes Antis release names of church leaders to oppose statewide prohibition. Bishops from various denominations, especially Episcopal, are named. Catholic and Lutheran clergy are fewer. It argues these views are personal, not church doctrine, and that many church leaders disagree with the opinions expressed.
The text argues the ballot question is whether Texas should change its constitution to remove the right to approve saloons by county. It defends against misrepresentation of pro prohibition views and cites editorials from the San Antonio Express. It notes a political advertisement for Dr. H. A. Boaz of Dallas at 8:30 tonight.
The article argues Americans erred by withdrawing troops from Texas before the upcoming November elections, noting many foreigners are fleeing Mexico. It frames the move as a political mistake with international implications.
Baron Waltin von Haefner of Hillsboro Texas recently back from Munich predicts imminent trouble between Germany and Mexico and possibly the United States. He says German warships could sail to American shores to avenge Germans killed in Mexico and that Germany would fight both nations if the US intervenes. He notes Germany’s military rule and says Germany may act within sixty days and compares German capital in Mexico to Rockefeller and Morgan.
Letter from a Michigan reader dated 1910 reports four years of severe eczema on hands. After failing with doctors and salves, the writer credits Cuticura Remedies with relief in three days and praises Cuticura Soap and Ointment as effective for skin problems and cosmetic improvement.
The reorganized San Antonio Automobile Club directs a meeting tonight at 8:30 in International club rooms to launch the good roads movement. Dr. R. A. Goeth urges all directors to attend as membership applications and other business will be decided. Committees to be appointed will handle good roads, contest, auditing and legislative matters.
An oil stove explosion in the kitchen of Jos. Schuessler’s home four blocks south of the city limits on Pleasanton road at 9 50 o clock caused several hundred dollars of fire damage. Neighbors quelled the blaze with buckets before it could spread. Mrs Schuessler, ill with typhoid fever, was removed to a neighbor’s house. The burned building, owned by Schuessler, valued at about $2000, was insured.
Mayor Callaghan, with Aldermen Steves Lipscomb Richter and Wickeland, orders the fire department not to respond to alarms outside city limits. Fire Chief Bishop cites taxpayer protection and seeks three companies per alarm as beyond limits threaten dense areas.
Portable foot bath treatment promises relief for corns bunions and frostbite with 18 segments to powder plaster or salve. It claims to cure various foot ailments and keeps feet in perfect condition. Sold by Walter Luther Dodge & Co Chicago for 25 cents per box.
Sheriff Tobin and City Fire Marshal Ingle dismiss Chicago telegraph reports of a national firebugs trust. They say recent San Antonio fires are caused by pyromaniacs or irresponsible individuals, not a coordinated nationwide operation.
Fire Chief Bishop and city detectives continued a cold trail in the hunt for the firebug blamed for burning numerous vacant dwellings in the city over the past three to four weeks. The chief said efforts yesterday aimed at running down leads, but results remained elusive.
Fans line the I N G depot as the San Antonio Bronchos return from a road trip. A breakfast at the St. Anthony honors the team with remarks by Leidy Onion Dwyer and Block. Manager Leidy says the club will win the pennant barring accidents. many owners and players attend.
A fire alarm at 4 10 this morning reported a blaze at the Electric Park pavilion once used as a skating rink and now a dancing hall. Firemen from company No 6 arrived quickly, preventing major damage. Estimated loss under 12 dollars. The origin remains unknown.
An advertisement touts Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as a simple grandmothers recipe to restore color and promote hair growth. It claims dandruff removal and scalp cleansing, with safe use for all ages and a price of fifty cents per bottle sold by W. C. Kreyer at 408 East Houston Street.
The contempt proceedings against J. P. Nel and J. G. Griner of the Eureka Gold Mining Company were heard by Judge Birkhead in the Seventy-third district court. The judge took the matter under advisement after reading filings and stenographic notes. The writs, issued by Judge Camp, commanded production of company books and barred interference with officers or prosecutions against the firm. The case, moved from the Forty-fifth to the Seventieth district court, involved J. K. Lamm as plaintiff.
The Sisters of St Mary based in Lockport New York completed purchase of four blocks on Highland Place in Waco Texas and plan immediate construction to house girl students.
Mrs J M Turley and Gar Walker were struck by a passenger train on the International and Great Northern line while crossing the Woods avenue crossing last Tuesday morning. They are reported doing nicely with Turley having an excellent chance of recovery and Walker showing signs of improvement.
Theo Muegge a noted Antonian and son in law of Mr Bryan Callaghan is seriously ill at his Nolan Street home with stomach trouble. He was taken ill Tuesday and removed to his science. John H Throckmorton a Woodward Texas real estate man attends at the Gunter. Frank J. Lynn of Dallas is retired at the Gunter today.
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