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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1908
Page
5
A garbled promotional notice promises a free full size package of heart and nerve treatment plus an illustrated guide. It targets readers with heart symptoms and urges immediate request by mail, claiming nationwide heart disease dangers and free, secure delivery.
A bold offer claims no charge for a grand Heart and Nerve Treatment that allegedly cures heart disease and related symptoms. Readers are urged to return a Free Treatment Coupon with name and address to receive a free illustrated booklet and the regular full size package, with promises of rapid relief and improved health.
Reports from Washington indicate a Navy department attached scientist confirms a remarkable gunnery record. Eight inch guns fired 25 hits in 25 shots at ranges from 1000 to 2000 yards, with a rate of fire about 28 minutes per gun, under the direction of Midshipman Jehu.
Report notes that Ferguson left the naval academy on May 4 and is now on his first cruise. It mentions most of the 31 men handling the guns were recently enlisted and references Toney and Tar as cures for coughs and worms. The text claims a laxative effect and mentions a yellow package.
A prominent and wealthy Atlantan was shot during a late incident over a business dispute at a sale. Two Black men fought over the price, escalating to a fatal shooting. The case involves J.T. Burnatt & Co undertakers and the event occurred at about 9:50 p.m. local time.
Revealed today, Joseph A Sadony founder of a cult faced potential charges as divorce and custody actions unfold. His residence at 433 Winthrope Avenue hosted a three story center with a top tabernacle where followers, including his wife Lola and daughter Mercedes, were said to live as one family under his control.
An 19th century patent remedy ad touts The Badge of Honesty as a blood purifier and stomach tonic. It claims ingredients like Golden Seal Queen’s Tooth and Bloodroot, preserved in glycerine, with praise from doctors and references to Dr Pierce Buffalo NY free pamphlet. It markets Golden Medical Discovery for various stomach and liver disorders and skin issues, urging readers to mail stamps for sales items and salves.
Ads describe Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle effective laxative curing biliousness and related stomach and bowel discomfort. It claims to restore liver function, relieve sour stomach and indigestion, and is guaranteed refund if not effective. A Greenbay, Wisconsin physician recommendation is cited along with near universal availability in drug stores.
Special to the Light reports Texas Railroad Commissioner Colquitt wrote to Rock Island manager J W Roviha denouncing criticism and warning against liberal treatment of his road. Other items note land suit in Brewster County, a gubernatorial appointment in the Fifth District, and a gambling conviction under revised statutes.
Hearst leased wire reports a legal move to stop 28781 shares from voting at a contested central railroad stock meeting. The suit seeks an injunction to delay the vote, aiming to derail action tied to Pacific Railroad and related securities.
A questionable advertisement extols Botanic Blood Balm as a universal cure. It lists cures for boils sores skin diseases headaches and rheumatic pains and asserts it can heal catarrh cancer and other conditions. The piece credits Ramya and a San Antonio distributor and urges readers to try the product despite questionable medical backing.
A major blaze in Manhattan destroyed about 300 street cars from the New York City Railway system. Officials estimated damages exceeding a half million dollars, with investigators seeking cause as flames also spread to paint and shop facilities. Revenue losses and service disruption followed, prompting company heads to appraise the broader impact on transit.
At midnight a blaze gutted three arcade structures housing shops on First Street and West Avenue near the Harlem Market. The fire threatened a gas tank from Consolidated Gas, sparking evacuations as residents fled their homes for safety. Fire crews later doused the flames and restored the market.
Rumors say Harry K Thaw plans divorce from Florence Thaw while in a Pittsburgh jail for the Slaying case. Reports claim settlements range from 400000 to 1004000 dollars, with Thaw kin reportedly pressing for a accord as Evelyn Thaw cites illness and refrains from visiting. No official conference or action confirmed by Thaws' lawyers.
Report from Washington dated February 29 outlines a plan by Wy W. Mela of Insley to coal battleships at sea using balloons. The concept envisions lifting coal with balloons and cables, feeding a ship through a balloon tethered line to a ballast carrier, then returning it by the same route for repeat loads.
United States Marshal Eugene Nolby and deputy Dodson returned from Waco after arresting E. Vengura for allegedly passing $1 counterfeit coins. The grand jury in Waco will review the case and an indictment is expected. Nolte travels to Segults, Dodson remains, both plan to return to Waco Monday.
Shoemaker presents Poultry Book and Almanac for 1908 with hand drawn illustrations and colored plates of fowls. It details breeds, care, diseases, feeding and management, noting prices and practical guidance for successful poultry keeping. It includes cautions on worming and digestion and contains promotional utility for farmers and household kitchens.
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