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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1908

Page

5

Tarantula sting frightens San Antonio family

Five year old George Tondre was stung Saturday at Castro Street home by a tarantula. Parents Mr and Mrs Ed Tondre fear venom injected into his lower limb, but the bite produced only local swelling and no serious effects after medical aid arrived. Neighbors report previous tarantula stings in the city, with one death cited in past cases.

Thaly I George Castro Street Minda Ed Tondre Tondre Howe

Primary election aims July 25 amid party discipline

The notice outlines a general primary on July 25 and notes Democratic pro prohibition efforts to keep strong prohibitionist elements from entering. It mentions Recovering and friends of Mrs Byrle Townsend, previously of Dallit, ill at Santa Rost hospital, and references a prize event at Meetsle Park with Albert Hammel and Miss Louie Johnson as winners. A house for sale at 312 Water St is to be removed this Sunday or Monday.

Siddgoff Byrle Townsend Nf Dallit Santa Rost Hospital Albert Hammel Louie Johnson Priza Meetzle Park Trey

Marriage Licenses Issued For Several Couples

R L Armstrong and Edna Danikda wed in Milford. Alice Swindle and Porda Gareis receive licenses. John Gurity and Angie Chinn both listed as participating couples. Details cover local marriage license issuances and paired names.

R. L. Armstrong Edna Danikda W. 5S Milford Alice Swindle Porda Gareis Duunita Martines John Gurity Angie Chinn

Taxpayers summoned to appear before board on June 23

Five property owners are required to appear before the Board on June 23 as part of a tax assessment review. Officials say few citations have been issued because most owners have complied with the tax requirements. The board will consider assessments and related matters at its session.

Wigarendt

Knocks and charges shock local court case report

A man named Guadainpie Ying died in a morning court appearance on a charge of carrying knives. He and several other men were arrested yesterday on drug and weapons related offenses. A search found a weapon in his possession.

Falind

Lawsuit Seeks 25000 Damages for Personal Injuries

A petition filed in district court alleges a 25000 personal injury claim against the Galveston San Antonio Bath Company. It states on March 25 1908 the plaintiff, assisting on a horse cart being moved in San Antonio, was jolted by a violent jerk and thrown to the ground injuring his back and left crippled by the incident.

Galve Uartiebare “& San Antonio Bath Company San Antonio Tie Wein

Affidavit Filed Over Alleged Abuse and Battery

Chindhe claims abuse and head injuries after a man struck him with a pair of frees knicks. Angnet Vala testified this morning in Jis- Heo Tiischetd's court charging Wat er Bacon with abusive language and assault and battery. The incident allegedly occurred on Frederickshire Road near the 12 mile post.

Chindhe Angnet Vala Jis- Heo Tiischetd Prederickshire Road

Will Rejoin Regiment After Detached Service

The Ninth Infantry unit orders the return of Soldier Ro Noyes after a period on detached service. He will rejoin the regiment and accompany the unit on a ten mile march.

Funeral Planned for Mlle Smith in Asteroid Borough

To bury Lillie Smith, the elderly woman who died after taking poison, the funeral will be held this afternoon. She was a long time resident of Jan Aptonio, with details of her family connections and the circumstances still unclear.

Lillie Smith Mlle Smith A. Alde Auielde Atsenin Jan Aptonio

Vaudeville bill opens at Electric Park with new acts

An old time vaudeville program debuts at Electric Park featuring Moots Walters and Llewelly, a Gueuct comedy act, a humorous musical act, Bert Cole with song and dance, Adelaide Walters, and a moving picture show by the Electroscope. The Big Tent Theater Airdome stages Ina Lehi Dramatic Company with Under Two Plays, led by Lelir and George Liew-Chyn. Free piano coupons at McArchy’s. Funeral services to be held for a local resident.

Walters Newbelly Adelaide Walters Defays Bert Cole Electroscope Electric Park Llewelly Akit Will Todd Big Tent Airdome Big Ten Theater Ina Lehi Dramatic Company Sterling , Tana Miss Lelir George Liew- Chvn

College Entrance Examinations Under Way at High School

Examinations for admission to eastern colleges and universities are held at the high school from this morning through the 20th test. Several applicants have entered and a reexamination is conducted under Superintendent Ginkim.

College Board Ginkim

Old Citizen Hs Johnston Improvement Report in San Antonio

Charlie Johnston of 338 Bhim Street is seriously ill at home but improving. He is father to Tom Johnson and Charlie Johnson Jr.

Charlies B. Johnston San Antonio Bhim Street Tom B. Johnson Charlies Johnson, Jr

Postmaster Stevens Progress Reported Delayed

The report notes John J. Stevens as Postmaster being named and his readiness delayed. It will be several days before he can assume his office duties. The phrasing indicates a cautious update on his status and upcoming appointment.

Mr. Stevens John J. Stevens

Sunday Excursions On Sap Railway Traffic Report

The San Antonio and Aranana Pass railway carried about 1290 passengers on the Sunday excursion, while the Stockport Guryns Christi line counted 508 passengers and 618 travelers went to Victoria via Beeville. Next Sunday the Sap plans a Kerrville to New Braunfels excursion via San Antonio and the line.

Sap San Antonio Aranana Pass Stockport-Guryns Christi Victoria Beeville Kerrville New Braunfels Fl. É& GN

School Board To Meet Wednesday On Teacher Elections

The sehein board will meet Wednesday evening where the recommendations of the committee on teachers will be presented to the board. The grievance committee will also report and routine matters will come up for attention.

Asks for Discharge From Bankruptcy Petition

A bankruptcy petition filed by Weber Western Beaty of Pandora through Deputy U S District Clerk A L Campbell seeks discharge. The document notes adjudication of bankruptcy on April 17 and lists the case details as Tact v. The petition shows adjudged bankrupt on / .

Weber Western Beaty Pandora United States District A. L Campbell Bankrup Tact

Postal Clerks Promoted In Longview

Postal clerks at the Longview post office have been promoted from class 40 to class 4A with a $100 annual increase. Named promotees include Frank J Fawst, Many Palin, Menard FF, Richey, John MM Eubank, Plain He Pfertfer, and li ward 1 Piggott.

Ils Lorke Longview Tarediy Yamway Posinfiice Frank J Fawst Many Palin Menard FF Richey John MM. Eubank Plain He. Pfertfer Liward

Injured Passenger Injures and Jail Lyons

Mike J Garvey injured in streetcar incident in Houston. Garvey confined to home with back and knee injuries unable to move. Escaped prisoner Lyons jailed after capture by detectives. to be held pending transfer to state penitentiary. Lone Star South Fountain visit noted. Dr J G Kemp listed with contact details.

Mike Garvey Mike J. Garvey Jim Southern Pacific Railway Houston Sana Clara

Memorial Services by the Trainmen Observed

The Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen held a memorial at the burial ground yesterday afternoon with a program of singing and music. Judges and organizers represented, with speakers including Promkuska delivering an oration and a commemorative address. Free front vouchers promoted at McArdly's.

Seevleon Ety Comes Lary No. 4 Speling Muate Jodgex Spangion Davy Crockett Lone HL O Promkuska

Senator Bailey Improves After Throat Surgery

New York June 1 There is no change today in the condition of Senator Bailey of Texas who has been ill at the Waldorf Astoria after throat operation. Physicians report he is restful and sleeping well at noon after nourishment. Rumor of pneumonia is unverified. Dr. John J. Cosby and Dr. EB Janeway, who manage the case, say he is improving.

Texas New York Dailey of Teas Waldorf-Astoria Gainesville Tex Bailey When Ia John J. Cosby EB. J. Janeway

Texas Storm Destroys Crops and Damages Homes

A severe storm swept through the area leveling crops and damaging houses. Robert Long’s Mossville home was wrecked injuring Mrs. Long. Lightning struck the home of Sig Parker, causing further destruction as crews assessed the damage.

Gainesvilley Tee Lori Robert Long Mossville

Law Licensure Examinations Underway in Austin

Nearly all the examinees are middle class students from the state university. Among them are D. McAllister Stevenson and Clifton Franklin of San Antonio. The session unfolds before the local board of legal examiners as the July tests commence.

Austin Tex Tune State University Board of Legal Examiners D. McAllister Stevenson Clifton Franklin San Antonio

Grill For Gas Co in Dallas Investigation Prompts Cooperation

The Light in Dallas reports May 14 as officials including Mayor and council members cooperate with the Texas key general in probing the gas company. The inquiry centers on alleged violations of state law and improper practices tied to March events and fuel distribution.

the Light Dallas Tex Tnny 14 Heyememender Thin Ieelty Com Texas Ey Gengral Tie Gos Company Drkaemiin Harch

Lillie Marlow funeral set. infant Wilson dies years

Funeral services for Mrs Lille Maries vie and the funeral of Lillie Marlow are scheduled soon after six in the Shelley chapel with interment in Useelty cemetery. The infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Gharley A Wilson died this morning at the Sunday residence. The infant is the granddaughter of Louis Jacques. Interment will be in the Jewish cemetery this afternoon.

Lille Maries Vie Lillie Marlow Unis Orlock Useelty No. A A. Wilson Gbarley A. Wilson Svndy Loni South Phe Chill Louis Jacques Heine

Personal notices list travelers and visitors in San Antonio

Mr aod Mere, Harcy Pelt and baby, Dave went to Milwaukee to visit relatives. Claude Spring and baby journeyed to New York for a vacation. Prof J W W Crossley, superintendent of the Carnus Christ school, is in the city for a few days. Prof Grovsing, formerly of DeZzagaia school, has many friends in San Antonio.

Aod Mere Harcy Pelt Baby Dave Milwaukkee Aul Afes Claude Spring New York J. W W. Crossley Carnus Christ School Grovsing Wit DeZzagaia San Antonio

Tit for Tat In Strained Household Exchange

A fragment records a tense domestic exchange about a noisy cat and a dog. The speaker notes a nocturnal clash caused by the pets and mentions attempts to calm or correct the situation, illustrating a strained household scene.

Leaders In Currency Reform Battle Gains Ground

Washington DC witnesses a fierce currency reform debate as Aldrich Vreeland and Fowler push bills to create a currency commission. The house committee favors Fowler’s measure and 21 others, while Aldrich presses for broader changes to elasticize currency amid a tightening money market.

Edward B. Vreeland Nelson W. Aldrich Charles M. Fowler Charlnt Fowthe House United States Aldrich Charles Pawler

Burial Permits and Addressed Obituaries

Unclear OCR lists burial permit recipients with addresses including 225 Terrell Avenue for a son and 220 Bycoles Street for a son, plus 423 Mosachridt Street for a daughter and other names. Also mentions a veterinary ad for a free piano coupon from McArdi's with no clear burial detail.

G. J. Marta Kische Street

Windows Shattered by Neighbor in Quiet Street

Jennie Beck faced a fine of 10 in the local court after a dispute led to shattered windows across Phottas Rossy’s block. She claimed a friendly bow and a harmless closing remark preceded the vandalism, then hurled stones causing property damage worth hundreds.

Jennie Beck Bonns of Phottas Rossy Jennie Nolles Court

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BIG Tent Theatre Airdone Ina Gramatic Company Delta Black Moving Picture Theatres Palage Moving Picture Show Coalsman Houston Street Alamo Plaza Scheuermeyer Diaz Sisters Orchestra Hot Wells Handaamert Macre J Elite Hotel Bexaan City News W. WM. Stephens Wehitllion Stephens Tastier Manson MD Chapa Tunisia Wade FL A Chapa Kreme J. H. Terrill Sting Boy Lad of John N. Cole Menger Hotel Blum Street Ladleg Ancseien McArchy’s Lyons Womack Quluhuim Lone Star South Fountain Alamo Plaga J. G. Kemp Office Lrelen’ Drug Store Plana McArdie's McArdly's Sin Antonian MecArdie Burnett GASCO Wen the House OF Values Melodant Angelus Emerson-Angelus Thos. Goggan & Bros Houston and Navarro Streets Washington, D. C Congress Meney Vreeland Senate House Committee McArdi Theleton Lovett Alamo Acres Lithia
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