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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1914

Page

15

Rev Herbert S Bigelow to Speak at Carnegie Hall Friday

Cincinnati minister and noted public speaker Rev Herbert S Bigelow will deliver a free lecture to the Economic Study Club at Carnegie Hall Friday night, expected to attract a full house. He is a former president of Ohio’s fourth constitutional convention and currently serves in the Cincinnati legislature, while maintaining active religious duties.

Herbert S. Bigelow Cincinnati America Economic Study Club Carnegie Hall San Antonio Ohio Dave Mr.Bigelow Roftary Club

Gainesville Woman Dies Sudden as Poison Suspected

Gainesville Texas June 18 Mrs Aliie Peers 42 wife of a local merchant died suddenly last night after reportedly swallowing a large dose of poison in an accidental act authorities said.

Gainesville Tex Aliie Peers

In Mizzoura at Royal Theater This Week

Augustus Thomas soars with In Mizzoura a rural drama in a five reel moving picture version directed by the author. Also on the bill a Keystone comedy Her Friend the Bandit and on Thursday next Mary Pickford in Caprice for two days.

Mizzoura Royal Augustus Thomas Royal Theater Burr Mcelinstosh Bandit the Royal Mary Pickford Mrs. Fiske

Cleopatra Themed Dance to Open Matinee and Night

Auriema staged a Dance of Death portraying Cleopatra with vivid moods and tragic end. Serhan Aurienia wore a striking gown in yesterday’s performance and a $500 gold costume is planned for tomorrow on the streets. The Grand presents its usual amateur show with a feature program.

al Urienia Serhan — Aurienia Cleopatra Auriema

Boy Bitten by Dog Treated at Pasteur Institute

Cecil Cappuyns of 204 Montana street was taken to Austin on Tuesday for Pasteur Institute treatment after a June 10 dog bite. The dog's head was sent to the institute and letters warned of possible hydrophobia. A note from the boy's sister says his condition was improving.

Cecil Cappuyns P.J! Cappuyns Montana’ Street Austin Pasteur Institute Tom Ritchey

Rehearing Sought in Yeaman Versus Galveston City Co

In the Supreme Court a motion for rehearing was filed today by appellees in the case S M Yeaman et al versus Galveston City Company. The suit centers on trustees certificates held by the Galveston City Company whose validity could allow holders of over half a million dollars in certificates to recover. It is doubtful the court will act before term adjournment.

Austin Supreme Court S. M. Yeaman

Charbon Outbreak Reported in Freestone County

Dr. M H Boerner assistant state health officer left Austin for Freestone County to investigate a reported charbon outbreak causing deaths among stock. Reports say several serious cases exist and the disease is spreading in various parts of Texas. Authorities will use precautionary and remedial measures to check the spread.

Austin Tex M. H. Boerner Freestone County Health Department

Sale of Red Cross Seals in 1913 Surges Past 1912

Ann Arbor reports 44.4 million Red Cross Christmas seals sold in December. The sales raised about $440,000 for anti tuberculosis work nationwide. The 1913 total surpassed 1912 by four million units.

Red Cross Ann Arbor Mich National Association For the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis American Red Cross United States

Unsigned Letter Sparks Debate on Society and Gender

A fragment from a Baltimore American page shows a debate over ideas about violence and gender roles. The tone reflects social controversy with references to youth, "Mr Softly" and "Miss Pert" as contrasting voices. The text hints at a provocative proposal and public reaction.

Mr. Softly Pert Baltimore American

Children to march in July Fourth parade in San Antonio

PatrioticChildren in San Antonio will march in the July Fourth parade carrying flags with floats depicting Captain John Smith. The event is led by Colonel Augustus P. Blocksom as grand marshal with many veterans and civic groups participating. A line of march is under discussion due to possible bridge closures and Luna Park hosting the celebration. Over $100 is on hand with more expected.

San Antonio John Smith Virginia Colony Joint Celebration Committee Red Men's Hall Grand Army of the Republic Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic Women’s Relief Corps Luther A. Hare Camp Epee E.G. LeStourgeon Leonard Garza

Cuticura Soap and Ointment Ad Claims Hair Restorative Cure

An advertorial style notice by Mrs. Laura A. Greene recounts malaria and hair loss cured by Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment. The piece promotes Cuticura as a gentle skin and scalp cleanser with emollient properties and invites readers to request a free Skin Book and samples.

P. O Clinton Laura A. Greene Cuticura Dept. T. Boston

Obituary notices for Gamble Wells and Azuela

Susie Gamble 42 died after a long illness in a sanitarium and was taken to Thorndale for burial. Mary M. Wells 65 died in a sanitarium after ten weeks here en route from Carlisle for treatment. Alejandro Azuela formerly of San Antonio died in New Orleans while headed to Vera Cruz with family. he was formerly Vera Cruz Telephone manager and is survived by relatives and his father in Torreon. funeral to be held in New Orleans under Masonic Lodge auspices.

Gamble Susie Gamble Illinois Thorndale Tex Shelley-Loring Company Azuela Alejandro Azuela San Antonio New Orleans Vera Cruz Mexico

Shelley Loring Undertaking Co Automobile Equipment Ad

Advertisement notes Shelley Loring Undertaking Co offering automobile equipment services with two phone numbers listed as 971 and Ady. The item presents as a classified notice in a historical newspaper segment.

Shelley-Loring Undertaking Co

Travelers Check In At Local Hotels In San Antonio

A string of visitors from multiple states and Mexico check into hotels around San Antonio. Guests include J Pearsall of Morencia Arizona at the Bexar L C Brite of Marfa at the Gunter and Mr and Mrs W L Cunningham of Cincinnati at the Gunter. Others arrive at the Menger St Anthony and Gunter with names from Detroit Houston Albany Galveston and more. A veterinary medical board meets in Waco with 22 applicants and named members present.

J. .¥. Pearsall Morencia Ariz Bexar L. C. Brite Marfa Gunter W. Li. Cunningham Cincinnati Ohio Tom .C.smith Ith F. M. Kramer Saginaw, Mich Ears Anthony St. Paul, Minn Menger F. M. Kaufman Atlanta, Ga Joseph Tullos Hartford R. C. Bruddie Beaumont St. Anthony John H. Bailey Cuero Bexar Hotel Eterinary Medical Board Waco Tex Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners W. T. Watson Hillsboro F. G. Cook Paris A. E. Flowers Dallas J. W. Burley San Antonio

Valuation Dispute Over Aransas Harbor Terminal Railway

Judge J Best of San Antonio and the Aransas Harbor Terminal Railway dispute the property valuation with the railroad commission. The commission's figure is 100000 less than the company's valuation, and no change has been issued yet. The exchange includes a separate quoted exchange about a room view and a billboard Falls photo.

Austin Tex Co. J. Best San Antonio Aransas Harbor Terminal Railway Company Railroad Commission

Two Bids For Beacon Hill School Rejected

The school board rejected two bids over 25 000 for Beacon Hill School as over the limit. New bids will be requested by Albin Seidel. Other bids for Collins Garden and Calhoun School No 17 will be advertised. Tornado insurance on school buildings will be canceled. The Macon street project was awarded to Dr Oeffinger at 4500. A lot purchase near school No 5 was authorized at 5200. Summer school funds depository awarded to State Bank and Trust. Faculty salary increases urged for summer delinquent class instructors. Rotary convention leave extended for two staff members. A farmer quips about someone snoring and appetite.

Beacon Hill Albin Seidel Collins Garden School Calhoun School No Sani. Fy Fin Pat Macon Marshall Street Dr. Oeffinger Delgado’ Street William L. Dunne A. House State Bank and Trust Company Walter D. Williams Ncpal Main Avenue Rotary Houston Charles J. Lukin Paul Scholz

TIZ Foot Remedy Promises Quick Comfort for Sore Feet

Advert reveals TIZ as a magical remedy for feet feeling tired swollen sweaty and painful. Claims draw out poisonous exudations reducing swelling and corns with a 25 cent box and a one year money back guarantee.

Tarvia to Seal Dust on County South Loop Road

County Judge James R Davis authorized a contract with Sam E Finley representing Tarvia to treat about eleven miles of the south loop at 20 cents per square yard, estimate near 17000 dollars, with a one year maintenance and option for seven cents more per square yard for a subsequent coat. The test aims to resolve the county dust nuisance and improve wear on the heavily traveled loop. The scenic loop progress and plans for a barbecue at its highest point are also noted.

James R. Davis Commissioners’ Court Sam E. Finley South Loop Telve Davis J. K. Lamm Henry Meyer Charles X. Gutzeit Fred Bennett Birmingham Ala Gutzeit McNeel McNee Fredericksby Averne Helotes Tarvia

Kampmann Returns From Golfing Tour

Robert B. Kampmann of the San Antonio Country Club returned home from a Southern championship in Memphis and a Trans-Mississippi tourney in Kansas City. He qualified sixteenth in Memphis and sixth in Kansas City, but was eliminated in the third round of the latter after a 20 hole match. He was the only Texan to reach the Kansas City championship flight.

Memphis Tenn Kansas City Robert Kampmann San Antonio Chicago J. A. Roberts Frank M. Lewis

Priests Begin Retreats at St Louis College San Antonio

Priests of the Catholic diocese of San Antonio under Bishop J W Shaw will retreat at St Louis College for several weeks. A renovation prepares for occupancy and a Knights of Columbus retreat follows. Anton Schindler, honor student, passed state exams at Hallettsville and earned a four year teaching license.

San Antonio J. W. Shaw St. Louis College Knights of Columbus St. Louis St. Mary's Colleges Brothers of Mary Texas Allege Father Brewer Society of Jesus Loyola University New Orleans Anton Schindler Hallettsville Schindler

Charters Filed in Austin for San Antonio Firms

The Autumn Leaf Literary Club of San Antonio files a charter to maintain a library with no capital stock. Modern Concrete Company of San Antonio gains 5000 capital stock. Texas Granite Co increases capital stock from 10000 to 20000. Jacobs Jewelry & Loan Co of San Antonio lists 2000 capital stock. Incorporators named including Parmelee Lindahl Parkhill. Furniture for sale offered by Light.

Austin Tex Autumn Leaf Literary Club of San Antonio State Department Modern Concrete Company of Capital Stock Incorporators E. G. Hicks A. E. Lowe R. L. Webb Texas Granitord Company of Jacobs Jewelry & Loan Company of James J. Parmelee F. E. Lindahl D. J. Parkhill

Bonds Approved in Texas School Districts

The attorney general's department approved five common school district bond issues in Texas. Refugio county district No. 5 received 10000 dollars, district No. 22 received 2500, Smith county district 39 received 1100, another 300, and Nacogdoches county districts No. 67 and No. 36 were approved for 8500 dollars.

Austin Tex Attorney General's Department

St Mark's Scout Troop Returns From Ten Day Camp

The St Mark's troop of boy scouts returned Wednesday from a ten day outing at the Seele ranch near Leon Springs. Camp began June 6 under Scoutmaster Stewart with an 18 mile hike and flag ceremony. Visitors from San Antonio joined and Miss Violet Millard presented a fine gift to younger scouts. Next year plans consider a hike near Monterey or a five day trek to Fequin depending on conditions in Mexico.

St. Mark’s Seele Ranch Leon Springs Stewart Werner Bennett San Antonio Violet Millard Fredericksburg Mexico Monterey Fequin

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