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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1912

Page

10

Marble and Granite Dealers Hear Papers

The Retail Marble and Granite Dealers of Texas opened the second day of their annual convention at 10 o'clock. Papers were read by Roy Anderson Brownwood on Shrews and Patches H H Wilkinson Fort Worth on Prices That Competitor and Ourselves J M Youngblood Waxahachie on Protection and J F Wells Waco on Organization. The session adjourned for 2:30 pm to select the next meeting place. Attendees will tour local shops cemeteries and sites as guests of San Antonio dealers.

Texas Roy Anderson Brownwood H. H. Wilkinson Fort Worth J. M. Youngblood Waxahachie J. F. Wells Waco C. L. Curry Gatesville A. G. Deatheridge Wichita Falls C. A. Deatheridge

Railroads See Surge in Summer Excursions Citywide

Ticket offices for the International and Great Northern Katy and Sunset report about 2000 dollars in daily receipts from May onward due to cheap summer rates and warm weather. Walter Walthall of the Katy notes strong crop prospects drive many city residents to take vacations they previously thought unaffordable.

International Great Northern Katy Walter Walthall San Antonio

Behold Beethovens Hall Free Pastoral on Sunday

Hear Pastor Robert Carrol preach Sunday afternoon at Beethoven hall in a free event with no collection. The program title is Where Are the Dead set to be explored during the session.

Robert Carrol Beethoven Hall

Three Boys Charged in Sack Theft From Western Oil and Cotton

Police arrest Jim O Donavan Pat O Donavan and Ernest Young after the theft of 1000 gunny sacks from Western Oil and Cotton last night. Formal complaints filed in Justice Umscheid court. Waived examination bonds set at 500 dollars each.

Western Oil and Cotton Company Jim Pat O'Donovan Ernest Young Justice Umscheid

Bond's Cooked Meats and Lunches at 255 East Houston

Bond's offers cooked meats salads vegetables railroad and picnic lunches sandwiches Educator crackers at 255 East Houston Street serving quick meals and snacks for travelers and workers in the area.

Bond East Houston Street

Dance by U G W of A at Dixie Social Hall

A social dance is announced for Saturday at the Dixie Social hall hosted by the U G W of A. The notice provides details on the event and its venue.

Dixie Social Hall

San Antonio Humane Society Officers Listed

The San Antonio Humane Society names officers George T. Botsford and Fred Davison, located at 324 Hicks Building with old phone numbers 71, and night and Sunday lines 2341 and 2782.

San Antonio Human Society George T. Botsford Fred Davison Hicks

Murder Charge Against Negress In Williams Case

Formal complaint charges Maud May Jones with the murder of Bubber Williams Thursday night at 115 Matamoras Street. Jones is in jail after the papers in the case were laid before the grand jury. Williams was shot in the left side during an alleged attempt to force entry to the home amid prior disputes.

Maud May Jones

Corrective Body and Face Massage Services Ad

Prof. Sureddin offers corrective body and face massage, physical culture, cosmetics, and skin blemish removal at Hicks Building.

Sureddin Hicks

Frank A Juhan Ordained at St Mark's in Episcopal Rite

Sunday services at St Mark's Episcopal will include the ordination of Frank A Juhan to the priesthood by Bishop J S Johnson. The morning includes ordination, sermon, and communion with music led by Henry Glaeser. Juhan will preach at the evening service before a short organ recital.

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Frank A. Juhan J.S. Johnson Henry Glaeser St. Stephen’s College Annadale N. Y St. Mark’s St. Luke’s Episcopal Church St. Mark's South Heights Methodist Church South Palmetto Porter Streets E. C. Jolly Rev. C. B. Cross Epworth League Travis Park Methodist Episcopal Church Travis Navarro Street W. A. Godbey John W. Shoemaker Laurel Heights Methodist Church Woodlawn Avenue Belknap Place Alamo Methodist Church South Alamo and Wickes Streets J. T. Pinnell Prospect Hill Methodist Church Liles Miss Bowden H. G C. Glover Alamo Heights Broadway Paco Streets M. Carter H. C. Burgin San Antonio Tabernacle McKinley Avenue South Presa Street B. Johnson Townsend Mabel Pfeiffer Gadora Government Hill Pine and Mason Streets Nolan A. B. Davidson Samson West End Methodist Church Thomas Gregory St. John’s Episcopal Church J. S. Johnston St. Stephens College Annandale Zavala Leona Streets KE. J. Balsley Frank Juhan St. Mark’s Church

Shirtwaist Dance by Ladies Auxiliary on June 30

A shirtwaist dance event hosted by the Ladies' Auxiliary is set for June 30 at Turner Hall with Artzt providing music.

T. N. Ladies’ Auxiliary Turner Hall

Fourth of July observance at Fort Sam Houston

The nation’s birthday will be marked at Fort Sam Houston with a forty eight gun national salute at noon. All offices close for the day and enlisted men enjoy a holiday. In the morning, men from various organizations will take part in athletic events.

Fort Sam Houston

Dr Baldwin Urology and Skin Specialist Ad

Dr Baldwin, rectal, genito urinary and skin specialist advertises services at 12 Gunter Building.

Baldwin Gunter

Dr Amos Graves Plans Return To City June 30

After several weeks away in the north, Dr. Amos Graves is set to return to the city on June 30. The report notes his reappearance follows an absence that prompted local interest and speculation.

Amos Graves City

Fine diamond jewelry at Fried man’s store event

Local ad notes fine diamond jewelry available at Fried man’s in the Orpheum theater building offering a display or sale within the historic venue.

Chamber luncheon rescheduled for July Fourth eve

The Chamber of Commerce moves the next luncheon to Wednesday since July 4 falls on Thursday. The event will be titled the day before the Fourth and feature patriotic observances.

Chamber of Commerce

Osteopaths Garring and Hatcher Practice in Gunter Building

Drs. Garring and Hatcher, osteopaths, operate from the 206 Gunter building while residing near the Travis club area.

Drs Garring & Hatcher Gunter Building Travis Club

Bexar County Humane Society Office Details

Bexar County Humane Society lists office at Mackay Building 211 with humane officer E. M. Collins. Old contact numbers include 2409 for day and 5877 for night and Sunday.

Bexar County Humane Society Mackay Building E. M. Collins

Kohr Teaches Dancing at Electric Park

A note lists Kohr teaching dancing at Electric Park with baggage transferred and contact phones 234 for details.

Kohr Electric Park

Automobile Damaged by Gasoline Explosion at Guenther Street

An automobile owned by A M Jackson at 825 Guenther Street was damaged by a gasoline tank explosion, causing about 300 dollars in fire damage. The blaze occurred at 4 45 yesterday afternoon and was put out by the fire department using chemical apparatus.

A. M. Jackson Guenther Street

Cafe Tivoli Promises Top Dining on Presa Street

Local dining spot Cafe Tivoli operates at 206 N Presa St claiming to be the very best place to eat with a welcoming storefront and traditional cafe offerings.

N. Presa S St

Jewish Literary Club Hosts Vaudeville Hop at Casino Hall

A Sunday event at Casino Hall features a Jewish Literary Club organized vaudeville and dance program. The program promises entertainment with readings and musical numbers.

Jewish Literary Club Casino Hall

Moonlight Boating and Dance Week at West End Lake

Workers press steel boats for West End lake use as moonlight boating events unfold this week. A dance is planned on Wednesday with attendees urged to enjoy the summer evenings by the water.

West End Lake

First Shipments of Dried Peas From Mexico Pass Through San Antonio

Seventy five carloads of dried peas, part of a 35 000 ton shipment from Southern Sonora and Northern Sina loa, are expected to travel through San Antonio to Galveston for steamer transport to New York and then Spain. George F. Jackson of the Southern Pacific Railroad Company of Mexico arrived in San Antonio Friday to expedite the cargo.

Sonora Sinaloa Pacific Mexico San Antonio Galveston New York Spain George F. Jackson Southern Pacific Railroad Company of Mexico

Trustee to auction Biggar Bros furniture stock

M Coppard trustee will sell at public auction the stock and fixtures of Biggar Bros Furniture Co in bulk on Saturday July 6 at 10 o clock in the morning. Inventory and stock may be inspected by application to the trustee.

M. Coppard Biggar Bros. Furniture Co

Recruits Shipped From San Antonio To San Francisco

Twelve naval recruits passed through San Antonio yesterday en route to the training station in San Francisco. They will be trained as able seamen. Only two of twelve applicants passed the local physical examination this week.

Navy San Antonio Naval Training Station San Francisco Exist

Friedman Swiss Master Watchmaker at Orpheum Theater

Friedman, renowned Swiss master watchmaker, brings a showcase of watches diamonds and jewelry to the Orpheum theater building offering savings on luxury items for event attendees and visitors.

Friedman Orpheum Theater

Declares Intent to Naturalize by Immigrant in Neudorf

Joseph Balinski of Neudorf Germany now residing at 516 Avenue A has declared his intention to become a citizen of the United States after complying with the required naturalization papers.

Joseph Balinski Neudorf Germany Avenue A United States

Piles Cure Ad Seeks Buy Direct From Manufacturer

PILES PILES PILES WILLIAMS INDIAN PILE OINTMENT promises to cure blind bleeding and itching piles. It absorbs tumors and soothes itching instantly, acts as poultice with fast relief. For sale by all druggists mail 60c and 1.08 with purchase through A M Fischer only.

A. M. Fischer

Hebrew School to Run During Vacation for Jewish Children

The Hebrew Institute will operate a Hebrew school during vacation teaching Hebrew and Bible history at the public school on South Flores and Guilbeau streets. Hours are 9 30 to 12 and 1 30 to 3 30. Tuition free. Ll. 4 N. Ler, Sec.

Hebrew Institute South Flores and Guilbeau Streets

Furniture Dealers Auction Notice in San Antonio

Furniture Dealers announce a bankruptcy sale of a large stock by fur Furniture Co. Sale day July 6. For full information contact M. Coppard, Trustee, San Antonio, Texas. Music every night at White Horse Tavern.

Ankrupt Biggar Bros. Furniture Co M. Coppard San Antonio Texas White Horse Tavern

Where Are the Dead lecture at Beethoven Hall

Free lecture titled Where Are the Dead will be given at Beethoven Hall on Sunday at 3 p.m. by Pastor Robert Carroll.

Beethoven Hall Robert Carroll

Grand Opera House Presents Debut Films and Vaudeville Star

At the Grand the photo-play program today includes Indian Summer The Tale of a Rubber Boot and The Painter and Peasant all feature films never shown in this city before. Miss Gene Camp sings classic and popular songs in vaudeville. On July 4 the Flynn Johnson fight returns will be read from the stage with box office seating available.

Gene Camp Flynn-Johnson Grand Opera House

Sabbath School Held at Adventists' Camp on South Flores

At the Seventh-day Adventist camp on South Flores Street the Sabbath school met at 9:30 am under Superintendent Pastor E L Neff with Mrs G F Watson as secretary. Worship featured Pastor G F Watson and Prof E E Farnworth delivering the evening sermon. The lesson review highlighted 25 years of Sabbath school work and missions offerings totaling 1 085 551.54 for foreign missions, with 72 8 collected today to support East Africa.

Colorado Avenue Zarramora Street W. A. McDowell Denver Boulevard Presbyterian Church C. M. Licklider L. H. Morey Harlandale Presbyterian Church Morey Minist Westminster Presbyterian Church Corner Gardens King William Streets Brooks I.dickey Bardea Philathea H. M. Smith Westminster League Young People’s Meeting Pine Street Presbyterian Church Omaha South Pine Streets J. R. Jacobs Commerce Glasgow Utica Westminster League For Young People Methodist Episcopal Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church Avenue Pecan Street Orin Palmer Wright D. D Epworth League P Gram South Flores Street E. L. Neff Supe G. F. Watson Seretary G. F. Wason E. E. Farnworth Southwestern Union Conference East Africa Missio Board G. F. Watson

Replica Alamo monument shown in Wolff & Marx window

A miniature 6 foot replica of an proposed 800 foot Alamo monument designed by Herbert Green is displayed in a Wolff & Marx show window. Emil Locke promotes an Alamo plaza funded by 50 cent per Texan from Texas' 4 million residents.

Wolff & Marx Emil Locke Texas Alamo Plaza The Alamo Wolff & Marx Company Herbert Green Locke

Has Passenger Coach Now

FOWLERTON Tex June 29 A passenger coach has been added to the freight train between Gardendale and Fowlerton on the Crystal City and Uvalde branch of the San Antonio Uvalde and Gulf railroad. Patrons are satisfied as passengers were previously carried in the freight train caboose.

Fowlerton Tex Gardendale Crystal City and Uvalde San Antonio, Uvalde and Gulf Railroad

Roosevelt Attends Family Picnic in Oyster Bay

Colonel Roosevelt spends a political day off at a family picnic in Oyster Bay New York. He shows no concern about Baltimore news and expects the Democratic presidential nominee to be chosen before his return.

Roosevelt Oyster Bay N.Y Baltimore

End of Tariff Board Evidence in Washington

The tariff board ceased to exist today as Congress refused further funding for its work. The decision ends the board's operations in Washington D C.

End of Tariff Board Washington, D. C Tariff Board Congress

Free lecture at Beethoven hall on Where Are the Dead

Dr. Robert Carroll a noted Hebrew scholar speaks at Beethoven Hall on Where Are the Dead. The lecture is free with no collection.

Beethoven Hall Robert Carroll

Osteopath Dr J R Cunningham at 449 Moore Building

Classified listing for Dr J R Cunningham an osteopath located at 449 Moore Building includes CQ and phone number 934 1 ring.

J. R. Cunningham Moore Bidg Osteopath

Asherton and Gulf Railroad Extension Progress Report

Asherton Richardson, president of the Asherton and Gulf Railroad, says plans move forward to extend from Asherton to Carrizo Springs and then toward Eagle Pass or Del Rio. Carrizo Springs seeks a $40,000 bonus to finance the widening project, with confidence the fund will be raised for the extension. The upgrade aims to boost Southwest Texas trade and food development.

Asherton & Gulf Asherton Carrizo Springs Asherton Richardson Texas San Antonio Carrizo Sprin Richardson Carrizo Spring St. Anthony Eagle Pass del Rio

Train schedule changes on Galveston Harrisburg route

Effective July 1 train No 8 will arrive in San Antonio from El Paso at 9 15 a m instead of 10 15 a m and depart at 10 30 for New Orleans instead of 11 on the Victoria division. A new Beeville to Houston passenger train is added giving two daily trains between the towns, replacing the prior single service.

Galveston, Harrisburg and San Antonio Sa Antonio el Paso New Orleans Victoria Beeville Houston

Free lecture at Beethoven hall on Where Are the Dead

Dr. Rober Carroll, a noted Hebrew scholar, will give a free lecture at Beethoven hall titled Where Are the Dead. The event is part of a broader free lecture series and invites public attendance.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Electric Ball Park Morris Block & Co East Houston Stree Miss Gene Camp the Sweet’Singer J. Harvey Moore R. C. Wright Mark Wright Electrical Contractors Main Ave A. P Fred Hummert Commerce Street Optician Orpheum Theatre Cowles Auto Seventh Day Adventist S. Flores University of Chicago Travis Park Methodist Church Riverside Park Baptist Church J. A. Dickinson Frederick Bowen Madison Square Presbyterian Church Travis Park West End Nathan and Johnson Streets T. C. Long Madison Street Bible Baptist Young People’s Union Grover Lee Moore Baptist Mission Fred Hall First Baptist Church Fourth and Taylor Streets S. J. Porter J. W. Dickinson J. D. Harvey First Presbyterian Church Avenue D Fourth Streets Post Office Arthur G. Jones Young People’s Society Jordan Jesus Christ First United Presbyterian Church West Myrtle Street C. B. McStravick Camden Street Lexington Avenue Tobin Hill Methodist Sacred Heart Church St. Vincent de Paul H. M. Wirtz P. J. Kieffer St. Joseph’s Church Shaw Sacred Central Christian Church Main San Pedro Avenues Hugh McLellan French Place Maestoso McDowell Himmel Gounod Mesdames Jones Fisher Flannery Harris Smart Flagler Allison Fred Jones Thorne Christian Endeavor Beacon Hill Christian Mission Christian Catholic Apostolic Church In Zion John A. Lewis John Alexander Dowie Red Men’s Hall Soledad Street General Assembly Nettie E. Green Christian and Missionary Alliance Gospel Mission Viepe Matagorda Harlandale School San Antonio Avenue Corpus Christi Road A. L. Swinehart Evangelical Lutheran, Missouri Synod Woodmen of the World Hall West North Presa Joske’s A. W. Hueschen South Cherry Street St. Mary’s Catholic St. Mary's Street Ganter Hotel J. H. Quinn M. T Sacred Heart Evangelical Evangelical Association E. E B. Dilley Young Men’s Christian Association C. D. Wolf Railroad Young Men’s Christian Association Bible School C. A. Arnold Young People’s Alliance Ludwig Chestnut Burnet Streets E. Garfield Johnson Friedenschurch Main Avenue Elmira Street Carl Saenger Ladies Aid Society Heinrich Santa Clara Street St. Paul's Memorial Church George D. Harris Church of the Nazarene Maverick Park William B. Fisher H. L. Rice New Church Clyde W. Broomell Woman’s Club San Pedro Car Brockman Odd Fellows Crockett Hotel Friedman’s, Orpheum Theater Expo Park Muth Williams Fon America Lake Michigan Round Pine A. I. Creamer Ottawa Beach Ottawa Macatawa Bay Creamer & Turner Bonifaces Charlevoix Chicago & Alton Marquette F. Rs St. Louis L. B. Shepherd Southwestern Wilson Building Dallas T. G. Boehm P. A GQ & A. Ry Carleton Ridg Adventists CAMI Alamo Monument Asherton and Gulf Sunset Line Beethoven Hal Rober Carroll Freo Gitizers Insurance Company W. L. Herfe SAN Antonio Loan & Trust CO. Bldg
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