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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1912
Page
3
A historic household remedy claims a pint mixture of granulated sugar water and Pinex makes an inexpensive cough suppressant. It touts quick relief for coughs, whooping cough, croup, and throat ailments, advising spoonful doses and offering a money back guarantee.
Lieut. Gen. Sir Frederick Walter Kitchener governor and commander in chief of Bermuda died last night following an appendicitis operation. Born in 1858 he was brother of Viscount Kitchener of Khartum and appointed Bermuda's governor in 1908. His career spanned Afghan, Sudan and South African campaigns and later high command in the Indian army.
Dr Amos Graves Sr a renowned physician in San Antonio is critically ill at his home 107 Lakeland Street after a semi conscious state since last night
Fears of a miners strike set for April 1 push coal demand up as railroads report dwindling stocks. Dealers raise coal prices from 1.00 to 1.25 per ton while operators expect a wage raise debate next Tuesday and possible compromises before March 31 contract expiry.
A breach of promise suit seeking $25,000 damages was filed February 8 in federal court in Trenton New Jersey against Hans Schumann Heink of Singao son of Mme Schumann Heink. The suit is brought by Johanna Alice Ferner of Dresden Germany.
Four city employees seek to retain seats on the Bexar County Democratic Executive Committee arguing a recent legislative act is not retroactive and allows two-year term holders to complete their terms. A crucial meeting Saturday in the county courtroom will decide vacancies with pro and anti Callaghan factions claiming leverage. Chairman Hildebrand faces delicate rulings as subpoenas and potential court involvement loom amid intense contest.
Four committees of four men each from the Chamber of Commerce go out to solicit subscriptions to lift the fund from $48,000 to $75,000. The effort seeks to regain old members and attract new ones. Committee members include W. S. Conness and others.
J M Garza city sanitary inspector was attacked by Roberto Aranco during an inspection at 1617 South Flores. Garza was cut on the left wrist and leg with a hatchet. Aranco fined $50 by Judge Buckley for disturbing the peace.
Dr A R Beal operates a lungs nose and throat clinic in the 308 Gunter Building offering ENT care.
A blaze at Richter's Bakery on South Laredo Street and Santa Rosa Avenue started at 2 pm when a hot oven ignited pasteboard boxes with breakfast food. The fire damaged the ceiling and walls and caused about 150 dollars in losses before firefighters extinguished it.
A blaze starting in an eight story building at 557 59 West Washington street injures two men seriously and causes about 150000 dollars in property damage. The fire occurred early today in Chicago Illinois.
San Antonio welcomes Franklin H. Wentworth of Boston president of the National Fire Protection Association and Charles E. Meek of New York secretary of the National Association of Credit Men and president of the First National Bank of New York. They arrive by rail at 7 45 am and tour the city with local committee members. A supper at the St. Anthony hotel features Wentworth’s lecture on Fire Waste and an informal program with speeches.
In Bloomington Illinois D Toomey and E Olive Sr report kidney pain and backache relief after using Foley Kidney Pills. The testimonial claims the pills enabled hard work without pain and praises Edwards King Drug Co as the supplier outlet.
Officer Dulling found a ham burger stand at South Alamo and North streets on fire at 7215 o clock this morning. Firemen from company 11 put out the flames before heavy damage. A window frame and rear quarters at 121 East Woodlawn Avenue were also damaged, likely from hot coals tossed against the building yesterday afternoon.
Partly by diverting blood from the surface and congesting the kidneys and partly by overloading them the article posits kidney strain. Foley Kidney Pills are promoted as a tonic to strengthen the kidneys give tone to urinary organs and restore normal bladder action. Edwards King Drug Co offers the product.
K. C. Tarrant resigns as treasurer of the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railroad to enter private business with E. B. Chandler at 102 East Crockett street. Haden F. Smith becomes treasurer and Edward Burda succeeds Smith as assistant treasurer. Tarrant joined in 1891 and the board passed resolutions of regret.
A Big Four line derailment at Bellefontaine Ohio derailed the New York Central limited. The engine crashed into a freight train, several coaches left track, and the engine rolled down a bank as crew escaped with injuries reported as serious for some.
A vintage ad touts MI-O-NA Stomach Tablets as a remedy for indigestion and stomach distress. It claims two tabs banish gas and sourness, aid digestion, and prevent chronic issues, with a money back guarantee and a large box of 60 tablets available at druggists nationwide.
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