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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1912
Page
9
Reservoir behind the Medina dam has risen thirteen feet since yesterday with about nine feet to go to the top. Officials say the dam may overflow but no damage is expected, and the flood could boost irrigation prospects for Southwest Texas.
Prosecutors present Bert Franklin a defense detective in the McNamara trial as a witness. Franklin testified that Clarence Darrow gave him 1000 dollars to bribe a juror and promised more, in the case tied to the Los Angeles Times blast.
An advertisement from The San Antonio Light urges readers to visit local druggists for a 25 cent box of Hot Springs Liver Buttons claiming relief from constipation and associated ailments. It promises a free sample from Hot Springs Chemical Co.
Clinton G. Brown, candidate for district attorney on the citizen's ticket, receives endorsement from a majority of San Antonio lawyers. He pledges to prosecute cases promptly and to file clear reasons if any dismissal occurs, listing many attorneys who endorsed him. The note closes with a conference end update from Cleveland.
Seguin Texas reports the first wagon load of watermelons for the county hauled in by R. C. Govett. Cantaloupes are plentiful as the season begins. In Smithville Texas C. C. McDonald secretary of state will speak Friday night urging Governor Colquitt’s re election bid.
The piece explains why many public fountains feature a lion head. It links the design to ancient Egypt when Nile floods signified life and prosperity. As the sun entered Leo the lion, Egyptians adopted the lion motif, a symbolism later echoed by Greeks and Romans.
Chamber of Commerce luncheon tomorrow features short talks by prominent San Antonio life insurance men. Topics cover advantages and growth of home companies since the Robinson law prompted eastern exits, plus impacts on business and local economy. Toastmaster Homer Eads to preside with speakers including R T Ball H A Hodge N W Muller J H Bickett John F Onion Van A Webster and Dr W A Kine.
Advertisement touts Perspi No as a safe powder to prevent underarm perspiration and staining. It claims use in any clothing weight, including hot rooms, with a pad included in each box. Priced at 26 cents, available through druggists and direct mail from the Perspo Co. in Chicago, with San Antonio distribution via Burns & Co. and A. M. Fischer.
Felix Manriquez testified he had been cutting brush and grubbing stumps for weeks at the Madina dam site but Judge Buckley fined him $15 for vagrancy after his arraignment in police court. Detectives said he was seen on the streets selling rings and earrings, with hands uncalloused.
A compiled list records transfers including S H Light to Frank T Parsons on June 8 1912 for lots 33 34 block 1607 Porter street South Heights. West End Lumber Co to Erhardt Schendel on Jan 14 1910 for lot 21 block 7 Leal street. Emilio Campos to William Classen on June 17 1912 for lots 23 24 block 2 Denverside addition. and numerous other deeds with buyers sellers parcels and prices across blocks and streets such as Nebraska street Eads avenue Poplar street Cherry street Olive street and Lake View Heights in the city.
Alexander Potter, hired to inspect the local water system, has not submitted his final report, meeting a nineteen day deadline. City aldermen warn legal action may follow breach of contract as they press Potter's New York office for an explanation. Alderman Mauermann and Richter express frustration at the continued delay.
Special to The Light states Sheriff W T Jackman, long ill for over a week, is out of danger and recovering rapidly in San Marcos Texas on June 19.
A Taylor Texas political rally and barbecue planned at the fair grounds was postponed due to rain. The event was to feature Me Pardral of West, candidate for pressman at large, with other candidates invited. A new date may be during the Taylor fair on July 2 3 4 or 6 with all state and district candidates expected.
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