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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1915
Page
3
A meeting between Mayor Brown and Purity League figures in Ames yielded no commitment. Officials say the discussion aimed only to warn the mayor that the movement would push to curb illegal activities in the city, with plans to build cooperation for future actions regardless of who governs.
A letter from Mrs Hasty Fisher of 1626 Dountun St reports relief from displacement bearing down backache and fatigue after using Lyda E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She praises improved sleep appetite and ability to work describes gains and urges others to try the remedy. The testimony extends to Mrs Abel Lawan 124 Providence St as well.
Sheriff Johnny Tobin announced no visits to inmates pending appeal decisions. He cited security fears and ordered special watchmen to guard prisoners while sympathizers are restricted. The issue involves a high profile case and ongoing legal action in the Court of Criminal Appeals.
The March issue of Rotary International’s official magazine Tells of the Rotary Christmas tree in Alamo Plaza erected under Rosary Club San Antonio auspices. Porter F. Loring writes of the giant tree in process and finished form with three photographs. An editorial note praises San Antonio's tree as unique and representative of Rotary Christmas trees. The Rotary Club’s monthly meeting at the Br Anthony Hotel is noted.
A string of visitors is listed staying at the Gunter and St Anthony in Fort Worth. Names include A Mayo Bramfield, O. B. Write, JH Hat, Touhy Kani, Wm Whellea, and Chatham, with mentions of the Menger, Ri y Anthony, and various city ties. The notes describe arrivals from Minneapolis, Seattle, Houston, Waco, Omaha, and other places, marking a busy hospitality scene.
Nelson Hale expected to be named judge of the Bexar County Criminal Court at a Saturday morning meeting. The new county bill has passed the Legislature and awaits the governor’s signature, placing the court under jurisdiction for all criminal misdemeanors. Judge Davis will resign Probate Court duties and focus on county business affairs as the criminal court begins regular sessions.
Major General Frederick Funston, commander of the Southern Department, has begun his return to San Antonio after inspecting frontier posts from Fort Sam Houston to the Colorado River. He is currently in Douglas, Arizona, and will proceed to Naeo and other border points west of El Paso. General Funston and Captain W. G. Ball expect to reach San Antonio by Tuesday or Wednesday.
An old advertisement promotes Candy Cathartic as a gentle laxative for sick children. It warns against harsh doses, claims no griping, and touts a pleasant taste to ease stomach and bowel discomfort in youngsters.
The week featured a large party at the Carolina tea room with Mexican decor honoring guest Argueso of New York City and Manuel Argueso of Porto Rico. A early evening at the Majestic, round-table lunches at Ala mo Heights, and various society gatherings including the Linat Cal Society, the American Revolution group, and Woman's Missionary activities marked the social calendar with many attendants from local and foreign circles.
A list of prominent Texas women and men joining an advisory committee for the Texas building at the exposition. Sponsors include C. H. Page & Bros. Austin architects and Pompee Coppini sculptor. Grounds to be laid out by a Bryan A&M College faculty member. The Texas building aims to serve as a clubhouse for Southern visitors. Mrs Hiwin O Foster and Mrs Andrew J. Vick are among guest hosts, with other social leaders from Houston, Memphis, and San Jose noted.
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