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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1908

Page

7

No Damage Suits Under New Charter

City Attorney Joe Ryan announces the Fourth court of civil appeals affirmed a $5000 judgment against San Antonio for a faulty sidewalk that caused Mary Wildenstein injuries on July 5, 1902. He notes a charter amendment giving power to compel sidewalk maintenance, while opposing a flood of later damage suits. Other rulings included affirming a $10,000 verdict against the San Antonio & Aguas Pass Railway, and various cases passed or remanded.

Sald Joe Ryan Fourth Court of Civil Appeals Mary Witdenstein San Antonio Tnst Mary Wildenstein Ryan Aanses Pass Simon Trigo W. O. Bry Harry Branch Charles Densson Western Union Telegraph Company Wdry Western Grover Company Garfarelli Bros T. W. House M. G. Walls A.C. Kelsey Collins

Injury at School District Ends Quiet Day

A girl sustained a severe cut to the head at a school after a sharp edge caused a deep gash. Dr. C. Lo Milburn treated the wound and the child was taken home to recover. Teachers Miss Stella Tillison and others assisted as classmates were sent home for the day. The patient was reported resting well and not as seriously hurt as first feared.

C. Lo Milburn Stella Tillison Bnthy

Organize Ohioans Colony Meeting in San Antonio

A meeting of Ohioans Colony at Hot Wells in San Antonio yesterday decided to organize the Onte colony fare and to fold an open air moating in that purpose on March wide park. Nearly ten were present though many could not attend due to inclement weather. the permanent organization was postponed with a tear date in the month.

San Antonia

Poultry Show Plans Move Forward at San Antonio Meet

At a San Antonio Poultry Association meeting last night the group decided to proceed with plans for the poultry show. The Speing Carnivy and Battle of Flowers associations will provide facilities and support for the event.

San Antonio

Rockefeller Cure Promises Digestive Relief and Restful Sleep

An advertisement touts a digestive tonic called the Rockefeller Cure, claimed to restore digestion, boost strength, cure nervousness and insomnia, and relieve distress from fuel disorders. It prescribes mixing Cardal essence, Pepsin essence, and Ginger syrup, with doses after meals, and notes druggists will stock the ingredients.

Battle Creek

White Rose Early Spring Ball Seeks Exhibits and Site

Members of the association pledged funds to ensure the event and assigned committees to locate a suitable site. They seek exhibits from San Antonio and surrounding areas for the White Rose Early Spring Ball on March 14 with entertainment by Beethoven.

Varios San Antonlo Beethoven Artat

Restores Lad to Parents in Postcard Plea

A family plea attracted attention at 634 South Presa yesterday afternoon as a child, apparently jostled, was returned to the Henry Scott household at 15 Crockett Street. Officer Matthews reported the incident and later clarified the child’s guardianship. The story mentions a new postal card store at 229 South Houston.

Cary Crawford South Presa Street Matthews Henry Scott Crockett Street

Six Licensed to Wed in county clerk test record

Six couples were tested yesterday by County Clerk Newton and granted marriage licenses. The pairs listed include Kingston Pick ford and Pearl Keesee, L. C. Keithly and Mrs Nellie Warren, Frank Mualer and Buelan Autrey, F Sins and Drs Mo Awalt, Hon Paulus and Minnie Iracht, Marstell Norriseah and Jullu Byans col.

Newton Kingston Pickford Pearl Keesee L. C. Keithly Nellie ¥. Warren Frank Mualer Buelan Autrey Sins End Mo Awalt Paulus Minnie Iracht Marstell Norriseah Jullu Byans Col

Sunday School Convention Plans Semiannual Meeting

An interesting and instruction pro BYAM has been arranged for a semiannual meeting of the sexar County Sunday School Union. It will begin Friday evening and run until Sunday afternoon. Sessions Friday evening and Saturday afternoon and evening will be held in the Y M C A building. Sunday afternoon singing will be at Trinity Methodist church.

Sexar County Jsquoration Yom. C. A Trinity Methodist Church

Broggs Heads New Society For St Joseph’s Catholics

At a meeting last night in St Joseph’s Catholic Italian Society was organized. Paul Brogelwre was unanimously elected president of the new organization. The society aims to elevate the mind and welfare of descendants and promote prosperity among the people who have come to live here. The society will celebrate St Joseph’s Day, March 29, at San Fernando Cathedral.

Broggs St. Joseph's St Joseph's Jay San Fernande Cathedral

Double Eagle Tale Leads to Fines in Court

Louis Ramos, described as a Warhey, was arrested by Police Sergeant Kagx on Commerce Street for remarks to Misses Marie and Titanita Castilla. At a South Flores Street department store a child toyed nearby. Ramos faced two charges in the corporation court and was fined on each count as his two appearances drew ridicule from the public.

Louis Ramos Kagx Commerce Street Marie Titanita Castilla Jadiea Flores Street Agaiun Ramos

Auto Driver Fined For Speeding Under City Ordinance

Officer Ledbetter testified the vehicle exceeded speed limits, with a 315 dollar fine imposed. Witnesses corroborated, noting the car’s rapid pace as the driver and a companion attended the arrest, amid dispute over exact speed.

Tr. Chauders the Corporation Cary Ledbetter Chanbars Pny

Health Board Meeting Tonight Sets Monthly Agenda

The board of health meets this evening to review department reports and dispose of monthly matters. Proceedings include updates from each department and a discussion of upcoming health initiatives.

Hundred Homeseekers Arrive at Fort Wayne Junction

About 100 homeseekers from near Fort Wayne, Indiana, arrived this morning via the Southern Pueblo line. They planned a tour to Pointe on the Victoria division and had arranged several special street cars to meet them at the point.

Fort Wayne, Inn Pueble Cram Pointe Victoria Division

Post Office Enlargement Plans Require 150000 Dollars

Postmaster John J. Stevens reports a need of 150000 dollars to enlarge the local post office, with 45000 already available. A bill introduced by Senator Culberson and supported by Bailey and Slayden guides the effort, while an inspector will assess conditions and potential sub stations at the International and Great Northern depot or Sunset station to ease crowded carrier assignments.

Low Cal Washington John J. Stevens Culberson Bailey Slayden Stevens International & Great Northern Sunset Whder

Foley cough remedies safe under Pure Food Law and local notice

Foley Honey and Tar is declared not affected by the Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates. Bexar Drug Co announces general practice by Dr Bayard K Corley at Wesleks building offices 322 and 823 with old and residence phone numbers.

Foley Bexar Drug Co Bayard K. Corley Greenville Texas Wesleks Building Lewis Street

Intereist Traction company wings at Sinzet depot

Two groups vie for all points of interest at the Sinzet depot today as the Intereist Traction company activity continues. They will leave for their homes tonight.

Sinzet Intereist Onte Traction Company Lings

M. K. and T. P. Official Arrives for Inspection

General superintendent T. McDowell of the OT. K. & TP. railroad, with headquarters, arrived this morning for an understood city inspection.

McDowell Ty Wych

Postal Clerks Hold Basement Gathering After Meeting

After a business session of the Postal Clerk association in the federal building basement, clerks and guests enjoyed music dancing and a German supper. About 35 individuals attended led by W. W. Guenther and fellow clerks of the legal post office.

W. W. Guenther Legal Post Office Postal Clerk' Association Federal Building Giolks

Five for Ehlinger fined after jail escape attempt

Dave Ehlinger created city hall excitement by evading arrest from Pat O’Lara who aimed to take him to jail. Judge Buckley fined Ehlinger eight dollars for an atray charge. He had fought Lawrence Green last week and jumped his band led by Fire Chief Phil Wright. Green’s charge was dismissed.

Ehlinger Dave Ehlinger Pat O'lara Buckley Whiner Lawrence Green Phil Wright Green

Kelly Acquitted in Brick Attack Case

Ben Welly was acquitted by Judge Bekley in the corporation custody court after yesterday’s arrest on four charges of striking Mrs. Daniis with brick pieces. The testimony showed Kelly had been assaulted by her husband and fled as the attack occurred.

Ben Welly

Portrait to be presented by Mothers Club at school

A portrait of General Robert J. See will be presented by the Daughters of the Republic at the Mothers' Club meeting at the school tomorrow afternoon at 2 15. The program is arranged by the school’s parents group and all Mothers' Club members are urged to attend.

Club Elects Today Directs Officers for Ensuing Year

The club will hold an election this afternoon to choose officers and directors for the coming year. After the president is chosen, committees will form and the work for the year outlined. Several important matters face the organization as members anticipate a vigorous election contest for the presidency.

International Oli Alto

The Lyric and Grand Theatre Run Weeklong Vaudeville

The Lyric features an engaging opening night with a dialect monologue illustrated song and lively acts by Chester and Ruby Laighy, drawing strong crowds and praise. The Big Tent theater delays some programs due to weather, then presents New Acts and a bustling vaudeville bill at the Grand with George Austin Moore and numerous specialty acts, premiering March 17 with a matinee on March 31.

Chester Company the Lyne Chester Ruby Laighy Billy Price Wots Grand Geo Austin Moore Skalehen Lot Wats Muzuz al Maneth Hale Mian Mig Wallac Tadeo Grand Age Wights

Blood Balm Promises Cure for Poison Blood Conditions

A vintage advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for blood poisons and skin issues. It claims to cleanse the body, remove pimples, spots, and humors, and restore health, urging readers to use the product with directions for home use. The copy cites multiple symptoms and guarantees a purifying effect.

Aidan OA Perrotta

Unscrambled Ad Notes Pricing On Dairy Products

An obscure ad snippet mentions a prefill company and Degas Zr products with undiscernible names. It notes a price drop from 1.50 to 1 for full pints 50s and half pints to 25, plus August Limburger as a listed item.

Ohiskey Limburger

Traveling passenger agents and guests register at hotels

A Misspelled, fragment filled list notes traveling agents R T McKiblin of Southern Pacific and A Eberhardt Mekel Plate road in town. Others include Dr John B Heri lete, Harry Willtr, Dinban Munale, G H Hinds Pearsall, T ds Johnster Beguin, Dr Lo M Pragier Beltan, James Hruslow Adams New York, RR Wi Knox Houston, J B Thompson Galveston, J W Mann, J Tat Sweet Home, Dr G Schilled Slider, Dr Youngidn Yontoimm guests at hotels Menger and Bexar with arrivals noted.

R. T. McKiblin Southern Pacific Feld Gulf Shore A A. Eberhardt Mekel Plate Road Wag Dave Jeaves John B. Heri Mexico City Republic Harry Willtr Fort Worth Tgla Alita Dinban Munale Nelais Beygunat Slite G. H. Hinds Pearsall T. Ds Johnster Beguin Bauthern Lo M Pragier Beltan Menger James ‘Hruslow Adams New York Mengey Knox Uonston Menger J.B Thompson Galveston Is & Alger W. Mann Wace le Méngmt Sweet Home G. Schilled Slider Bexar Youngidn Yontoimm Besa

Patterson’s Net in Polina Court Aided by Officer

In East Commerce Street district the gentry gathered as police in a vagrancy case. Patterson received a quarter in the corporation court with the judge noting idle behavior. Artie Parish faced a $10 fine despite pleas. Vernon Shinghter Ollie Garner and Jim Juckenn escaped punishment.

Commerce Street Dirktown Pollcenin Patterson Corporation Court Batterson Thompson Artie Parish Burristey Greenley Vernon Shinghter Ollie Garner Jim Juckenn

Round Up Demonstration by Karnes City Rider Ends in Parlor Disruption

W G McKay of Karnes City mounted a trained saddle horse on Main Plaza and commerce street, performing down Soledad street to a Houston parlor. A large crowd watched as the horse pranced along the sidewalk and into the parlor, where a policeman stopped the display. The rider claimed the act was a training demonstration for sale of the intelligent horse, with a ballast of excitement and a public spectacle.

W.G. McKay Karnes City San Antonio Commerce Street Soledad Street Houston Perhirhation

Grape-Nuts A Suggested Aid For Brain And Nerve Strength

An old dietary note urges stopping indiscriminate eating for a few days and choosing Grape-Nuts with cream for breakfast. It claims the wheat and barley product supplies phosphates essential for rebuilding brain and nerve cells, promoting natural nourishment over drugs. There’s a Reason.

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