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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1912

Page

2

Consolidation urged for San Antonio humane groups and charities

A San Antonio General Meeting recommended a joint meeting of four charity groups the San Antonio Humane society the Bexar County Humane society the Associated Charities and the Purity league to pursue consolidation. Frictions over dual humane societies and misdirected funds prompted calls to end conflict and improve efficiency.

Purity League Associated Charities San Antonio Humane Society Bexar County Humane Society San Antonio Pastors’ Union Young Men's Christian Association Frederick Bowen C. B. Cross Humane Societies San Antonio The

Farewell Constipation Hot Springs Pill Ad

An old advertisement promotes Hot Springs Liver Buttons from Hot Springs Chemical Co. It claims fast relief for constipation and digestive issues and notes high patronage at Hot Springs baths. Available for 25 cents a box.

Hot Springs Chemical Co Hot Springs

Make Up Your Mind About Your Spring Suit

Lentz the tailor offers personalized guidance to choose color and cut that fit your personality. A pattern to delight you and tailoring that denotes the master craftsman.

Lentz

Signs of Spring Emerges in San Antonio After Recent Rains

The article notes January through February rains bring early signs of spring in San Antonio with emerging grass, peach blossoms, and robins. It mentions unsettled weather statewide with expected precipitation tonight or Tuesday and a drop in temperatures, while other regions report snow and zero temperatures.

Nature San Antonio Texas United States Lake Atlantic Washington Atlantic City Colorado Utah

Attempt to murder banker Rothschild in London

A gunman fired three times at Leopold D. E. Rothschild as he entered a motor car outside a St Swithins Lane bank. The banker was unharmed. a detective was wounded, car windows shattered, and the assailant was arrested.

London Associated Press Leopold D. E. Rothschild Mr. Rothschild St. Swithins Lane Rothschild

Adler-ika Diet Aids San Antonio Digestion

In San Antonio many use a buckthorn bark and glycerine mix called Adler-ika, touted as a German appendicitis remedy. A single dose relieves constipation sour stomach or gas almost instantly as it antisepticizes the digestive organs and draws off impurities. H. L. Wagner Avenue C and Houston street.

San Antonio H. L. Wagner Avenue C Houston Street

Drosge Joins Rebels Possibly for Presidency

A son of Lamar Missouri accompanied the rebels to handle rapid fire guns as part of their movement. The article notes Drosge may be a candidate for president amid the rebellion.

Drosge Son Lamar

Not True Says Gomez on Orozco Presidency Claim

Emilio Vasquez Gomez denounces a Washington dispatch claiming Pasqual Orozco would be Mexico’s president. He says Orozco seeks no office, calls him a patriot pursuing national interests. Gomez notes Chihuahua’s fall and doubts U S State Department report of Orozco’s resignation from the Madero army.

Emilio Vasquez Gomez Washington Chihuahua Pascual Orozco Republic of Mexico Senor Vasquez Gomez Madero United States Department of State Orozco

Taft Proclamation Eases Tensions in Mexico City

In Mexico City on March 4 the Taft proclamation and Ambassador Wilson’s statement quieted fears among foreigners, though unease persisted. Many travelers and residents plan to leave at first chance, while other foreign groups weigh their status and safety amid ongoing disorders. Mexican elites respond with calm, while students and lower classes argue over potential threats.

Associated Press City Mexico Taft Wilson Washington

Cardui touted as cure in Hickory Grove tale

Mrs. Mary Pruitt of Hickory Grove claims severe health problems before marriage improved after taking Cardui the women’s tonic. She credits relief to one bottle and urges others to try it, noting doctors failed but Cardui worked.

Hickory Grove Mary Pruitt Cardus

Madero Calls for Arms to Defend Mexico’s Government

President Madero issues a lengthy open letter to fellow citizens urging defense of the constituted government. He reviews the political crisis and appeals for Mexicans to enlist in the regular army to support the government amid widespread disorder.

Associated Press City OF Mexico

Auxiliary Army to Rally for Madero in Northern Mexico

Laredo March 4 report says President Madero plans to raise an auxiliary army of 3000 loyal troops in the northern Mexican states of Tamaulipas Nuevo Leon and Coahuila. General Geronimo Trevino leads the effort with headquarters in Monterey. Veterans Clemente Gutierrez and Juan Antonio Flores will assist Trevino in organizing the force.

Associated Press Laredo Tex Madero Republic Tamaulipas Nuevo Leon Coahuila Geronimo Trevino Monterey Clemente Gutierrez Juan Antonio Flores Garza Trevino

Sandoval Arrest Sparks Regista Protest In Mexico

Registas in San Antonio express outrage over Jose Bonales Sandoval arrest on arrival in Mexico. They plan an indignation meeting and a protest telegram to President Madero, citing tacit understanding he would not be arrested while acting as envoy seeking amnesty.

San Antonio Jose Bonales Sandoval Mexico Madero Sandoval Bonales Sandoval

Registas in Texas and Mexico City Jail Rebellion Conviction

A visiting Regista was jailed in Mexico City on rebellion charges after already being tried and convicted in a United States court at Brownsville, Texas. The incident highlights cross border legal actions against the individual.

Maining Registas Texas United States Mexico City Brownsville

Rebels Reported Crossing Toward Ojinaga From Marfa

Twelve Mexicans arrived in Marfa claiming exile from San Antonio and headed by automobile toward Ojinaga Mexico. General Guzman led the advance party leaving Marfa earlier for the same destination to oppose Madero. Mrs Harry Hubbard of Rosario Sinaloa arrived with two children in Marfa and said rogues are sending out their families.

Associated Press Marfa Tex San Antonio Ojinaga Mexico Guzman Madero Harry Hubbard Rosario Sinaloa W. W. Bogel Rog

Six Mexican Gulf Lines Open To U S Water Route

Six steamship lines from Mexican gulf ports to the United States are available for Americans leaving Mexico. The Montes sails to New Orleans from Progresso on Tuesday. Woolvine serves Galveston and four lines go to New York. Vera Cruz and Tampico ships head to Texas City around March 8.

United States Associated Press New Orleans Mexico Montes Woolvine Galveston New York Progresso Yucatan Vera Cruz Tampico Texas City Texas

Refugees at Laredo Move Northward From Mexico

American families, mostly women and children from Mexico City, pass through Laredo en route north. Most cite husbands forcing the departure rather than fear, with reports of quiet city life but rumors of depredations near rural villages. Twenty American families may leave Monterey today, though unconfirmed.

Mexico Associated Press Laredo Tex Monterey

Americans at Velardena Safe Restored by Mexican Cavalry

Advices from Washington indicate the Mexican government sent 150 cavalry to Velardena to restore order. No American casualties reported. Mr and Mrs Henry B Townsley are said to be safe at Durango.

Velardena Associal Sud Priues Washington State Department Henry Townsley Durango

El Paso Names New Police Chief Isaac N Davis

El Paso Tex March 4 Isaac N Davis police sergeant appointed to succeed Ben Jenkins who resigned Davis formerly served as principal of schools at Sabinal and will lead the city police force.

el Paso Associated Press Tex Isaac N. Davis Ben Jenkins Davis Sabinal

Coughs Rise as Bronchial Trouble Increases

Public gatherings reveal widespread bronchial issues with many suffering chronic coughs. An advertisement touts Vinol as a remedy for chronic bronchitis, claiming quick relief and offering a money back guarantee through Fischer's Drug Store in Gibbs Building opposite the post office.

E. B. Millard Middletown Vinci Fischer Gibbs Bidg Postoffice

Jourdanton and Poteet Chase Direct Railway

A conference in San Antonio discusses terms for the San Antonio, Rockport & Mexican railway to build a direct line into Jourdanton and Poteet. Citizens agree to conditions, including a $10,000 bonus, rights of way, and depot facilities, aiming for substantial tonnage over direct routes.

Jourdanton EB. Cowper-Thwaite San Antonio T. L. Richardson R. L. Witt Atascosa Bank Jourdan Campbell Col T. H. Sanderson BE. M. Tom E. Cowper-Thwaite S. A. Hoppins J. Frank Davis Ile Judge Martin Cowper- Thwaite Poteet Journdanton

Railroads pledge low rates for Fiesta San Jacinto week

Texas railroads promise very favorable rates for Fiesta San Jacinto carnival week April 15 to 20 with special focus on April 16 19 and 20. A Chamber of Commerce meeting discussed rate announcements while Fiesta directors plan budgets and schedule committee reports as rehearsals for Texas Under Six Flags begin March 15 in Turner hall.

Fiesta San Jacinto Association Texas Chamber of Commerce Hall Turner Hall

Texas Cotton Acreage Will Be Reduced This Year

Peter Radford, president of the Farmers' union, reports plans for bonded warehouses to stabilize 15 cent cotton. He estimates Texas cotton acreage could fall about 25 percent this year with pledges showing possible 38 percent reductions in many areas.

Austin Tex Peter Radford Farmers’ Union Department of Agriculture Farmers of Texas Texas Radford Colquitt

Not a Bit Ordinary Dah lia Shades by Lentz Tailor

An advertisement from Lentz the tailor touts new Dah lia shades with distinct patterns, each unique in design. The copy emphasizes their reverse appeal and urges readers to pick their own.

Lentz

Decision 5 awaited in Alamo controversy

In San Antonio, injunctions in a Texas court halt restoration work on the Alamo. The Daughters of the Republic sued the state superintendent of buildings and grounds, with Governor Bush avoiding public comment. If the injunction stands, restoration may be abandoned for the present and unspent funds returned to the state.

Ala Texas San Antonio Colquitt Daughters of the Republic Daughters of Republic Austin Tex Forty-fifth District Alamo

Dr. Conley to Attend Hearing in San Antonio

Dr. A. Conley superintendent of public buildings and grounds plans to travel to San Antonio to attend the injunction hearing set by the Daughters of the Republic. The case concerns him and others and is scheduled for tomorrow.

Dr. Conley Austin Tex A. Conley Sa Antonio Daughters of the Republic

Mrs A Roos and Son Plan Trip to Europe

Mrs A Roos and her son M Roos will depart next Thursday for Galveston to sail to Europe on an extended business or pleasure voyage.

A. Roos M. Roos Galveston Europe

Truthful catering promise from longtime San Antonio brewers

A San Antonio business emphasizes 17 years of serving the best brewers and rejects a shady reputation. The notice frames truth as central to their operation and suggests they stand by quality despite clouded views.

San Antonio Lentz

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Ilsbee Convenient Stores Bexar County Socely Horlick’s Horlick Rees Optical Leopold Rothschild Gomez City of Mexico Cardui N. B Ladies’ Advisory Dept Chattanooga, Medicine Co Chattanooga, Tenn Registas Atascosa County AN Fernand San Fernando J. H. Kirkpatrick Navarro Street Collins Fletcher San Benito Engle Bros Gibbs San Antonio, Texas Bexar Abstract Company JAS. K. Stuart West Commerce Stree
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