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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1911

Page

2

Asylum Head Attendants Criticized in Report

In Albany March 2 Associated Press Dr Robert F Lamb medical superintendent reports staff shortages long hours and scarce promotions plague the Mattenton state hospital system He notes turnover indifference and inefficiency but cites many dedicated workers The overcrowded facility strains buildings and causes unrest and dissatisfaction

Associated Press Alvany N.Y. Maren Prigons Collins Robert F. Lamb Mattentoan Hisyctal

Forbid Hip Pockets In Kentucky Urged

Lexington Kentucky March 2 Capt R Ti Fitzhugh a former Confederate soldier and civil engineer urges legislation to ban hip pockets in trousers. He claims the pockets tempt homicide and lists whisky pistols and pocketbooks as common misuses. He argues valuables are often lost and cites his safety concerns for residents.

Associated Press Lexington R. Ti. Fitzhugh Kentucky

Bandit Miner Identified in Gainesville Express Robbery

Vancouver reports Dominion police identify the man arrested for the Gainesville express robbery as the Canadian bandit known as Old Miner who escaped from New Westminster penitentiary three years ago. Dominion authorities say they will extradite Miner to British Columbia if Georgia courts fail to convict him on the charge.

Vancouver B.C Gainesville Bindit New Westminster Dominion Police British Columbia

Women find aid in Tiyod's Sarsayorithy program

Women seek support from the Tiyod community program Sarsayorithy, hoping relief from fatigue and strain. The initiative offers resources and guidance aimed at improving well being and resilience for participants.

Tiyod

Dies From Burns In Mardi Gras Parade

Ed K MuNery of Texas City died from burns received during the Mardi Gras parade Monday night. The Independent Order of Red Men cared for the remains and took them to Texas City for funeral services. He left a widow and a child.

Associated Broan Galveston Tex Tudge Ed K. MuNery Texas City Independent Order of Red Men and Talon Mewes Leaves Lino Enil Dren

Nantucket Mechanics Strike For Eight Hour Day

Nantucket mass March 2 Every mechanic in Nantucket is on a strike today in support of demands for an eight hour day instead of nine. Painters masons plumbers and carpenters and other trades will refuse employment and seek union organizing, as efforts to settle the question proceed by arbitration.

Asvociaind Presa Nantucket Mass

Our 50 Cent Dinners Stir San Antonio Talk

A fragment notes 50 cent dinners drawing attention in San Antonio with mentions of a Sunday event at 12 p.m. in a venue named Blite Cate. Details are unclear but reference to a food offer and a local gathering persists.

San Antonio

Maine votes again on liquor and prohibition amendment

The Maine legislature moved toward a state constitutional amendment banning the manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors. It cleared the Senate with a 28 to 17 vote after final passage in the House, and now awaits signature of the governor before becoming law.

Maine Augusta Matte Hiayi Powpie Otty Maine Uise Ett Damp Movre Huvtat Ag

French Diplomat Jan Gilleman Visits Port City

The French minister from Vranico to Port arrived after a decade in Mexico City and a last night trip to California. He was shown city points of interest and engaged with local officials before boarding a forthcoming voyage to Anon.

Jan Gilleman Vranico Thia Mexico City California Ban Vaunessea Eimbark Anoan Mr. Giilemen Aimpaltra Helene Manly Ban Aynly

Monied Man Sought to Refund Bonds in San Antonio County

Bexar County seeks a wealthy buyer to refund 482000 worth of bonds held at San Antonio National Bank for three years while awaiting new buyers. Commissioners and County officials tried to involve the state education board, but funds were unavailable. Brackenridge’s bank holds 432000 in bonds. bid by State Bank Trust offered 2 1/2 percent, prompting talks with a third party to broker a refunding deal with a 4 percent rate.

Bexar County San Antonio National Bank Tal Austin Pull Shouk Frank Sommers C. K. Crawford Frank R. Newton State Board of Education Education Board Court House Col. Brackenridge Uderstood Wem Cal. Brackenridge Cal Brackenridge Cnn San Antonio National Col Brackenridge State Bank Cut Trust Company State Bank Commissionera Bank of San Antonio

Itching Epidemic Solved by Caticura Remedies

A reader recalls months of intense itching on the neck and body. After ineffective doctors and medicines she used Caticura soaps, ointments, and facial cream, applying them thrice daily, leading to relief within a week and complete recovery after three weeks. She recommends the Caticura line and shares a testimonial from Elizabeth Grit of Attleakity, praising the products from Potter Drug & Chem Corp in Beaton, Massachusetts.

Chen Hig Tate Pune Mt. TD Forteakttity AtKs Sera Co Potter Drug & Chem, Corp Sol Weoba Bea ‘Ton Maas

County considers refund of bonds as option

County officials debate refunding a total sum of 10,813.50 on a 433.00 amount. County Clerk Frank Newton doubts the plan and offers a personal alternative, while commissioners weigh proposals to issue small denomination bonds and seek eastern investors, potentially removing bonds from Col. Brwele fenridge’s control.

Frank Newton Honev Col. Brwelefenridge

New Law Threatens Old Jewish Customs In Massachusetts

Jewish rabbis and physicians plan to plead before the committee opposing a bill backed by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The measure would prohibit stunning animals before slaughter and bar slashing a throat by a single knife stroke, sparking a clash with Jewish law and tradition. The advocates warn the bill could affect over 150,000 Jews in Massachusetts, arguing it counters longstanding religious requirements.

Asanvintid Massiehi Commonwealth Hs Nianher

New Theater Project Planned At 527 Moore Street

Dr WS Hamilton Specieliot and Wittels Epstein secure a long lease for 527 Moore Street adjoining Gunter Street to build a modern two story theater. Mr Fenstermajer will erect the new house with vaudeville and moving pictures. Empire to continue operating until completion. Plans by Aline Bo Apres. Seating capacity to be announced.

Wittels William Stermak Gunter Nor Houpton Street Fenstermajer Nias Epstein Reddy

Damages Sought After Coach Door Injury Case

Willams files petition for 17.00 damages in fifty fifth district court claiming Weinger was struck in Abe anor and bruised, while Rimeel was thrown by Lerch at the ear across a set, causing permanent back injuries. Suit seeks 10,000 from Missouri Kansas Texas railroad for an accident February 18 near San Marcos amid new phone notes.

Missouri, Kanwan & Texas Railroad Naid Te San Marcos

Pape’s Dispepsia Advertises Quick Digestive Relief

A vintage ad promises rapid relief from dyspepsia and sour stomach with Pape’s Dispepsin. It claims five minute relief, no belching or heartburn, and a healthier stomach after one dose. Cites price of 60 cents for a large case and urges readers to buy at local druggists.

Pape Paps

Longtime Opponent of Jay Gould Dies at 75

Ancowintad Pea New York March 2 Colonel Josiah C Teciff a well known Wall Street figure and foe of Jay Gould for decades has died at 75 in New York He was an intimate friend of J P Morgan and a central figure in campaigns against Gould He was born in Norris Town Pa served in the Civil War and later acted as financial agent for the Kansas Pacific which became part of the Oregon Short Line He opposed Gould over Western Union patents and talc stock He retired from business but remained president of the American Copper Company and the British Cobain Copper company He leaves two brothers.

New York Josiah C. Teciff Wall Street Jay Good Tin Mr. Reiff Jay Gould J. P. Morgan Reiff Norristown Pennsylvania Regiment Kansas Pacific Railroad Oregon Short Line Union Pacific Gould Rea Gould Tunis Western Union Company 7 Relff American Copper Company Cobain Copper Company Bachel Arluimt Alhor Liana

Chicken Fight Event Draws Crowds to Augusta

Augusta crowds gather in a long running chicken fight event beginning today and lasting through Friday. Trainers and handlers from Georgia, North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, West Virginia and other states arrive with prize birds for the rural sport despite ongoing civil war tensions.

Aaconylted Press Augusta Mare Georgia North Carolina Luridan Alabama Tennesse West Virgin

Try This Home Made Cough Remedy

A vintage home remedy touts a Pinex based cough syrup costing about 2.5 dollars, made from granulated sugar and Pinex extract. It claims quick relief within 24 hours for coughs, throat troubles, and chest pains, with a strong sales pitch on purity and effectiveness.

Anton Ead Ody McOugh Wally Yu County Randy Norway Pinex Co Wayne

Pays 30 Year Old Debts With Policy

Louisville whisky merchant G Brown announced plans to pay thirty year old debts with a policy offering to settle with creditors in full. He had been endorser for the Giant Tobacco company in the early 1880s, which failed, and he recently secured a sum to cover his indebtedness. He instructed creditors to present their claims as the policy matured yesterday.

Louisville G. Brown Sears Brown Tovsacce Company Mr. Brown Wollen Lfe Polley Nik Eyeditays

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