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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1909

Page

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Rah EAL TO DEFEAT BILL in Antoate local meeting

A fragmented notice recounts a May 9 gathering in Antoate where Rah Eal and allies discussed opposition to a bill. Attendees included Saull site senator filins, and local figures such as Fred W. Ceel, Dr. TL Dybari, and Berney of the county health board.

Ao Hotar Antoate Dafrat Filins Fred W. Ceel Leitell TL Dybari Ty We Berney County Heath Bexay Cemudy

OME WAKES AT de Dito AT & Mrs. Clofas Massoy Dead

A sudden death occurred at Lake View avenue this morning as OME WAKES AT de Dito and Mrs. Clofas Massoy died at their home. T. PY. Parker was called but could not revive the 42 year old, who had lived on Tak wip for four years. The funeral arrangements were set for the following afternoon.

Clofas Massoy Lake View Avenue Eelock At & Welock T. PY Parker Mussay Ueed Takwip

New laxative pills warned to harm the human body

The piece warns that new laxative medicines harm the body by draining fluids and overstressing the bowels. It claims minerals and waters irritate the large intestine, cause weakness, and may lead to dehydration. It promotes a different remedy with familiar natural ingredients and a mail order offer from a Dayton company.

Che Tver

Oratory on IA Cooper Trial

A crowded Nashville courtroom hears the Cooper trial for the Carmack slaying. Judge Hart warns against audience interruptions while Mrs. Carmack and others occupy the front seats. The prosecution and defense debate personalities as witnesses prepare, with arguments about motive and intent amid tense courtroom drama.

Cure and cold in one day warning label

Fragmentary ad line urges cure for cure and cold in one day with laxative bromide quinine tablets and promises refund if failure. Signatura appears. Source text incomplete and garbled.

E.W. Groves Signa Fure Vox Zoe

Mortuary notices for Harry Shaw and Mary Voutta

Obituaries note the death of Harry B. Shaw at 4 10 Sunday at Mayos hospital after long illness. Surviving relatives include several close friends, with never married life. Also reported is the death of Mary Voutta of San Antonio, a longtime resident, member of Goymatia lodge, Knights and Ladies of Honor. Services planned at Westmont Cemetery with burial in Section 6. Children Julia Alvie Lanise Frank George and Fred survive Mary.

Harry’ B. Shaw Harry @ Shaw Calago Heari Maysichins Naapital Stuy Qur Chicast San Amotio Anaes EL BL Rigsby Boo Hammond Shia Bradley Milwaukee Wie Mary Rutia Miary Voutta San Antonia Goymatia Lodge Knights Wid Ladies of Honor O'Slock Wagtmont Guy Cemetary Sis Julia Alvie Lanise Frank George Pred

Kidney complaint remedy and backache relief touted

An article promotes a simple inexpensive kidney remedy using Compound Kar Eon Mind Extract Mandrake Compound Syrup Zarsaparilla. It claims to restore kidney function, cleanse waste from blood, relieve rheumatism and backache, and improve urination without alcohol. Directions: mix ingredients and take after meals. The piece urges caution with alcohol and emphasizes vegetable treatment.

New School Board Muddle Promises Fiscal Year Revenue Plans

The city faces a muddle as the school board and assessor haggle over tax receipts and payments. A contract ensures receipts are not turned over until deputies are paid, while 14000 parcels await transfer. Officials warn a second contract may be needed if tax rolls slip, with tax rates under debate and April collection looming.

Uession Winder Schol Board Meir Ely

Explosion at Dugont Powder plant kills one, injures several

Wilmington Vel Mareh reports one man killed and several injured when an explosive metal barrel tore through two mills at the Dugont Powder company. The blast caused extensive damage to the plant and surrounding area as investigators begin examining the scene.

Wilmington Vel Mareh Dugont Powder Company

Browns Arrive in Houston For Month-Long Training Camp

The St. Louis Browns arrived in Houston this morning after traveling from Dillan. The team immediately took possession of the ballpark and began a month-long training camp for the American Tongases.

ST. Louis Browns Houston Trx McAteer St. Louis Browns Dillan Ball Park

Fort Sam Houston hospital wards and barracks bids sought

Sealed proposals for building and fitting two new wards at Fort Sam Houston Texas and for hospital corps barracks were invited by the Constructing Quartermaster. Bids due March 10 1909 with details on electrical plumbing heating and water supply requirements. The Government reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Fort Sam Hoaoston Texas Tripitente Post Hospital Fort Faw Houston Tha U

Drought Breaks as Light Drizzle Reaches Texas Fields

Weather notes show sparse rain west of San Antonio with light drizzle across the Rio Grande valley to Del Rio. Major Buell cites conditions as a hopeful starter for broader rain while praising the relief to vegetation and dust reduction in a drought-stricken region.

San Antonio del Rio Texas Long Doraton Bel Lille Buell They Rio Grande Galley

Rain Breaks Drought Across North Texas

Special to The Signs reports light rain across north Texas on March 8 easing five month drought. Rain fell in multiple towns including Fort Worth Denison Wichita Falls and Dallas aiding crops. Temperature dips preceded the rainfall and forecasts predicted cooling with continued moisture for farmers.

Fort Worth Tex Texas Denison Wichita Falls Oklahomea Dallas

Hearne Returns From Washington Inaugural Week

Col and Mrs Hearne returned from Washington where Hearne, long a marshal in the inauguration, attended events by appointment at Governor Gumpbe and served as an aide on Gen Franklin Dell's staff. Mrs Hearne helped lead Navy sponsors meeting February 27, elected vice president amid social functions in Annapolis Willard hotel and Mont Vernon trips.

Gol Rey W. Hearne Owl Hearne Smalivon Willard Hotel Annapolis Mont Vernon

County approves 150 for courthouse wiring and bids on wagons

County commissioners authorize 150 for courthouse wiring ahead of spring carnival. Bids opened for six dump wagons and six sets of fairness, but contract awarding is deferred amid indecision and confusion.

Court House

Fireman Hurt Battling Blaze At Fire Station

Jack Blundell of Fire Company No 4 stepped on a broken limb causing a gash about five inches long in his left foot while fighting a blaze this morning. He was bandaged and taken to the station where medical aid was summoned for treatment.

Jack Blundell A& Pyenma

Little John O'Reilly Seriously Ill in Hospital

The four year old son of Mr and Mrs B O Reilly is seriously ill and may require an operation. A note from the family reports his condition as critical and awaiting medical care.

John O’reilly Hite John Tanin Omemy Mik O'Reilly

Railway Stocks Rise With Few Exceptions in Early Trading

Stocks overall advanced with several railways gaining while some major names fell slightly. Missouri Pacific and Texas & Pacific led modest rises, with Reading and Kansas City Southern slipping amid an unsettled market. Steel and paper shares showed scattered moves as investors weighed national trends.

New York Missouri Pacific St. Louis Southwestern Texas & Pacific Bethlenem Steel Am International Kansas City Southern Anerjean Satuay

Wheat Farmers Hold 143 Million Bushels As Of March

Washington March department of agriculture reports farmers held about 143.7 million bushels of wheat on March 7 21.0 percent below last year’s crop and 30.4 percent higher than the previous year’s.

Washington, D.C Department of Agriculture

Texas Senator III Heads to Atlantic City for Rest

Washington March 3 Senator Culberson of Texas heads for Atlantic City to recuperate from a recent attack of influenza. He remains somewhat weak after recent exertions in the senate.

Washington, D.C Senator Culberson Texas Atlantic City Senate

Indiana Legislature Legalizes Sunday Ball

The sixty sixth session of the Indiana General Assembly closed with key laws. Sunday baseball was legalized and a uniform public accounting system was enacted. Democrats backed income tax repeal but Republicans opposed it.

Indiana Iniianipolis Ind March Indiang General Assembly

Bowser and Democrats Choose Dallas Mayoral and Commissioner Tickets

Special to The Lignr from Dallas Texas reports the nomination of G P Bowser for mayor and the commissioner candidates by a mass meeting of Democrats. The outcome promises a warmer campaign if nominees accept.

Dallas Tex G. P. Bowser Demnrrats Ept

Find Dead Man After Report of Hold-Up

Special to The Light Chicago March report states ext man found in doorway at 3703 Wentworth Avenue after Laterras 4 bartender telephoned police about exchanging shots with a hold up man in a south side saloon Rope Kins 37 son of J J Hoyk ins superintendent of the South Side elevated railroad was found dead after the confrontation with the robber in the entrance of the saloon.

Chicago

Cure catarrh with Hyomel inhaler system

An advertisement touts Hyomel as the direct treatment for catarrh, claiming it reaches the infection through the mucous membranes using eucalyptus and Australian pine extracts. The complete Hyomel outfit costs $1.00 with extra bottles available, guaranteed to cure or money back, sold by the Better Drug Co in San Antonio.

Australia Nebeled Gaur Ene Yoonsy Bank America She Antonio The Besar Drog Co

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