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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1908
Page
7
The text promotes Dr. Serio Pensto's Syrup as a remedy for digestive issues and bowel regularity. It argues doctors focus on stomach and bowels, claims sickness can be prevented with timely use of this preparation, and cites Mr. Jackson of Bartpnyne, Mo., attributing health to its use. It urges readers to buy the syrup today.
Birmingham hosts the eighteenth annual reunion as about 5000 veterans and visitors attend. The parade plans, floral events, and social functions unfold with lively participation from Sons of Veterans, Memorial Association, and Navy officers. General Mickle’s report notes dues compliance and year receipts of 9490.21 with expenses 6853.42, praising camps and leaders including General Stephen D. Lee and General John.
Washington June 10 Miss Chiliatte Williams daughter of Lt Col and Mrs John B Williams and Joseph Letter of Chicago a millionaire were married today in a private ceremony. The groom’s wealth and bachelor status drew wide attention while the bride’s prominence in army circles adds to the event’s notice. The trousseau reportedly costs 6000 dollars. The gown was heavy white satin in the new directoire style tailored for the occasion. The bride is 22, tall with blonde hair and a pink and white ensemble.
A garbled OCR extract lists states with numerical tallies including Texas 36 Georgia 115 South Carolina 83 Mississippi 88 Alabama 82 Arkansas 77 Virginia The North Carolina Tennessee Kentucky Louisiana 61 Florida 47 Missouri 47 Indian Territory 24 Oklahoma 22 West Virginia 15 North Dakota 14 Tables show a total of 1190 with scattered misprints and transfer notes from Pacific province.
Fragmented OCR paragraph mentions prediction of showers in northern Texas and Oklahoma, with references to high pressure over the north and a flanking arrangement. It cites scattered inches of rainfall in Texas and Oklahoma, but the text is garbled and difficult to parse into clear facts or figures.
Miss Nelle Lytle attending the Birmingham reunion asks if San Antonio will make an effort to host the Confederate veterans gathering. She notes many people inquire whether the city could secure the event, and believes San Antonio could get it for the asking.
The weekly Melanies of Fort Sam Houston will hold a reception tonight at the Officers club with one of the military bands furnishing music. The Carabaos meeting scheduled for tomorrow night has been postponed to allow a larger officer attendance. Dr. G. E. Stallman, a dental surgeon, has returned with his bride to Port San Houston.
Funds are being gathered for an International Exposition in September with committees from the International Mail Association soliciting pledges. Secretary Vance reports strong merchant support and generous promises from local interests. Directors of the fair association will meet to discuss privileges at the fairgrounds.
Anna Uecker sues John and William Zuercher in the Ponty-fifth district court to set aside a deed. Trial follows a May 13 verdict for the defendants and a May 29 motion for a new trial granted to the plaintiff. The case faced further delays as parties argued over the trustee and remedies.
Two divorce petitions were filed in district courts this morning. Adete Buechner sues W Tr Buechner, alleging marriage on November 7 1904 at Ruthvenland Springs Texas. Mary Diomgonaolo and James Tennant granted divorces in separate cases.
American novelist and playwright Booth Tarkington and several others were in a car accident near Rome. The machine was wrecked against iron and timber, throwing occupants out, but no one suffered serious injuries.
An old advertisement extols Groves TASTE LASS CHILL TONIC as a remedy to malaria and pale blood. It claims to drive out malaria and purify the system for both adults and children, urging readers to try the tonic as a universal health aid.
Chief Clerk Meath Ariel of the railway mail service this morning appointed William G. Moore of Joliet as substitute clerk.
Mrs Dombiny Ping testified at the corporation court about a night clash involving Juan Salinas and others. All participants were fined seven dollars. one woman claimed lack of funds to pay, while officers examined who would cover the bail.
A humorous portrait lauds Secretary Taft as always ready natural and happy, claiming he has mastered the secret of a flawless pose with no vanity remaining. The piece suggests he appears more prepared than other statesmen and could have vast photographic appeal.
Congressman James L. Slayden returned to San Antonio in a cheerful mood praising the last congress for favorable appropriations. He expects to tour his district this summer and notes Fort Sam Houston and the post office will receive substantial funding. He urges rapid planning and execution of improvements as nearly 350 500 dollars may be spent.
Frank Morales enqvist Alfonso Morales filed for divorce separation in district court. The petition states they married on May 10, 1908 and outlines grounds for dissolution of marriage.
An old ad promotes Buchu and Lithia Compound Kidney Pills claiming to cure kidney troubles with a money back guarantee if no benefit. It urges sufferers to buy now at druggists for 30 to 40 cents and warns no substitute exists.
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