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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1908
Page
1
Captain James M. Snowden of New Haven says at ninety he remains hale and hearty thanks to Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey. The Fighting Nineteenth veteran, who fought in the Civil War, credits medicinal malt for his vigor and urges others to use the product despite a war wound.
An advertisement touts Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as an absolutely pure malt distillation offering a medicinal tonic. It claims benefits for overworked men and delicate women, promotes health and longevity, and advises buyers to verify genuineness by the Old Chemist trademark and intact seal. The note mentions price, distributor, and a free medical booklet by the Duty Malt Whiskey Co.
Rev W A Fuhrwerk pastor of St Josephs Catholic Church marked his fiftieth birthday. An earnest worker for parish enrichment he built a three story brick school on St Joseph street and long served the parish. Born in Muers Gladbach Rhine Prussia he came to the United States as a young man and entered Texas priesthood. He was ordained at San Fer cathedral on April 13 1887 and later served missions in West Texas before health declined and he was named chaplain at Castroville then transferred to San Antonio.
G A Goeth of San Antonio declares Taft has no chance in the South and Bryan unlikely to win Vermont or New Hampshire. He predicts Bryan’s largest national plurality and says Nebraska’s Lane Glar state is a strong presidential candidate, with hopes of a decisive election win.
Reports say police moved to arrest leaders of the General Federation of Labor amid threats to outlaw the organization. In Vigneux agitators sparked attacks with troops firing after hours of stone-throwing and violence. The piece notes calls for suppression of the revolutionary group and warns of broader conflict as authorities seek calm. Also mentions malaria remedies and boll weevil outbreaks worsened by heavy rain with calls for more funding to combat pests.
Chiude Celden, a Black man charged with criminal assault, is transferred to Galveston county for trial. Judge Tightower grants the motion for a change of venue, in the July 11 report from Venuay Goaument, Texas.
Voters cast ballots through Thursday at 206 p.m in a muddled roll call of names and locations. Miss Mav Burke Joske Bros Miss Ethel Kerns Florence Capphins Olive Grove and others are shown with addresses such as 517 Castro Garden Street and 421 Gallakanav. The list includes Miss Jennie Allen Wolff & Marx and Mrs Emma Carell, along with several schools and shops.
Voters hungry for victory push candidates to a final surge as uncertainty grows. Analysts note strong rival strength, with campaigns hustling to claim last hour advantage before tomorrow night’s results.
The Light office will open tonight at 9 to receive payments for subscriptions and to allow candidates to settle accounts to speed Saturday’s crowd. Voters will know their standings after stamping votes, reducing confusion tomorrow. Miss Siede moves to second. Fore Sede leads, with Allen, Burke, and others in tight races as campaigning intensifies across San Antonio. Immense effort and a heated contest continue as subscriptions surge ahead of the final announcements.
Contestants must present all subscription money and names to The Light office by 9 o clock sharp Saturday night. Include details of who The Light is to be sent to and all certificates. Ensure every certificate bears your name and is witnessed by a representative of The Light. Place your niche on every envelope and tick the ballot box.
Fragmentary text portrays a tense campaign vibe with call to action and emphasis on confidence. It hints at leadership uncertainty and urges active participation, suggesting a strategic mindset rather than concrete events or names.
A fragmented notice urges action from last minute voters and supporters. It references a campaign push with names like Kray and Stotte, mentions a show window display, and lists Flores Street and a theater contact, signaling a local election or contest drive with urgent urgency.
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