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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1912
Page
3
An advertisement prompts men and women to cleanse their insides daily with Cascarets. It argues Cascarets remove sour undigested food and foul gases, purify the stomach, reduce bile from the liver, and carry off decomposed matter and poisons from the intestines and bowels.
Colonel Cecil Lyon heads to Fort Worth to preside at the state Republican convention while condemning foes of his Roosevelt nomination plan. He notes Indiana man Joseph D. Kealing came to Texas years ago aiding Fairbanks and says he did not build a political machine here. Lyon criticizes MacGregor and the Hilles commission for pressuring county officeholders as U.S. Marshal Eugene Nolte and Major Mose C. Harris accompany him.
Harmon supporters for the Democratic presidential nomination held a Dallas luncheon to perfect Texas campaign organization and mobilize help for the statewide drive. The gathering marked a step in coordinating Texas campaign efforts.
A promotional note explains Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription contains no alcohol or habit forming drugs and lists a testimonial from Mrs Genetti E Correy of Longstreet Ky who reports weight gain and relief from a six year feminine ailment after four bottles. It also mentions Dr Pierce’s Medical Adviser updated edition answering women’s questions.
The first official wireless station message to Brigadier General Joseph W. Duncan at Fort Sam Houston signals a new era for wireless work in the Army. The Fort Leavenworth to Fort Sam link may soon reach Washington, with San Antonio becoming a relay hub for transcontinental messages.
London reports say the United States annexed Palmyria island near Hawaii where the cruiser West Virginia claimed the Stars and Stripes. Francis Dyke Acland states Britain long abandoned the island and holds no interest, noting it was sold for a dollar with crabs as the only inhabitants.
An advertisement invites readers to discuss wool buying and fabric cutting for tailored garments. The note emphasizes a distinctive class in dress and male fashion expertise, inviting customers to visit.
No 6 Austin Texas February 12 1912 To All Whom It May Concern This is to certify That the Southern National Insurance company of Austin Texas has in all respects fully complied with the laws of Texas as conditions precedent to its doing business in this state and I have issued to said company a certificate of authority from this office entitling it to do business in this state for the year ending the 28th day of February 1913 Given under my hand and seal of office at Austin Texas the date first above written B L GILL Commissioner J M OPPENHEIMER Agent San Antonio Texas
Judge Hand denied a writ of habeas corpus and ordered Patrick F. Farrell removed to Indianapolis for arraignment after indictment in a dynamite conspiracy case.
Annie Yeamans aged 76 died after a stroke. She began on stage at age 10 and performed worldwide. The Isle of Man born actress was the oldest on the American stage and a rare surviving figure in theatre.
George Urran a Bohemian farmer jailed on a drunkenness charge in Gonzales Texas was found hanged in his cell yesterday morning by the jailer. He had been dead several hours before discovery.
The ad touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as quick relief for indigestion and stomach trouble. It claims one tablet digests 3000 grains of food, notes wide usage, offers a free sample, and lists price at 50 cents per box with ordering details in Marshall, Michigan.
Boston reports Hudson Maxim, the inventor, forecasts a future with three global powers. He cites past progress, mentions a United States of Asia including Europe, a United States of Africa, and a United States of America, driven by Japan’s recent rise and a strong Chinese republic.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruling in Lindsay Bros. v Lake Shore & Michigan Southern holds railroads must amend tariffs to allow two smaller cars when a large car cannot be supplied. The decision bases compensation on the minimum weight of the ordered car, benefiting shippers across the country.
Preparations are under way by the Master Bakers of Austin for the State Bakers Association annual convention to be held in Austin May 14 to 16. Local officers elected include H Maerki president A Kohn vice president G A Dahlin secretary and treasurer E Reiss and F Ross sergeants at arms. State officers are William L Richter president Charles Gerlach Houston vice president Phil Langsdorf San Antonio treasurer and Ed Goodman Dallas secretary.
Mineola Long Island March 4 Colonel Roosevelt refused an exemption and was made foreman of the petit jury at the Supreme court session here. He was excused until Wednesday then to serve the ordinary time, arriving by automobile and entering the courtroom with other jurors.
Colonel Roosevelt rose at daybreak and left Sagamore Hill at seven for the Mineola county courthouse to respond to a jury summons. He is exempt from service due to his militia officer status under the law.
In Columbus on March 4 State Senator L R Andrews of Lawrence county stood trial for allegedly taking a 200 bribe from a detective to back an insurance bill. This case follows indictments from last spring linking bribery in the state legislature. The prior trial saw Rodney J Diegle, former sergeant at arms, convicted and serving a three year term for aiding in Andrews bribery.
Clyde Spencer aged 6 is near death in Gainesville Texas after a bowl of hot molasses was overturned while his mother made candy. No hopes are entertained for his recovery.
Former Houston detective Freeman Hill is to stand trial on charges of assault with intent to murder for the November shooting of New York actor Neil McKay. McKay was wounded and says Hill believed him to be a burglar and fired in self defense. Hill claims he acted in self defense after resisting arrest.
Shoppers praise the new Oriental Dots described as stylish and attractive. The sellers urge customers to visit and try them to see how well they suit.
The body of Judge James H. Robertson who died Saturday night will lie in state at the family residence on West Sixth street this afternoon at 4 o'clock. Interment follows at Oakwood cemetery. The ceremony will be led by Rev. W. D. Bradfield and Rev. A. F. Bishop. Telegrams of condolence have come from many points in and out of the state.
Santa Barbara Calif March 4 San Miguel island ownership was settled in favor of the United States Capt Waters had claimed the island arguing it was not mentioned in old cession treaties The federal government will lease it after a five year term to the highest bidder The island has a famed odd reputation with past earthquakes sand canyons and shifting sands altering pasture conditions
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