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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1912

Page

8

Dixie Social Club Patrick Ball at Beethoven Sunday

The Dixie Social club hosts a St Patrick ball at Beethoven Sunday with Artzt music. Gent’s tickets 50 cents, ladies free. Call a Taxi via both phones 123. Dr Wm FE Luter has moved to Gibbs Building rooms 814 815 new phone 160 old 5757. Syrian priest to lecture at Ursuline academy auditorium 7 20 tonight on The Catholic Church in the East. Students and parents invited. oe Dance Tuesday Turner hall.

Dixie Social Club St. Patrick Beethoven Gent Luter Gibbs Bldg Ursuline Academy East Academy Peo

St Patrick's events and Fiesta San Jacinto planning update

Readable items show St Patrick's entertainment at Beethoven hall on Saturday night March 16 and Fiesta San Jacinto directors meeting at the Chamber of Commerce at 8 tonight. Tomorrow at 10 am queens for the play Texas Under Six Flags will be chosen at the Chamber.

Fiesta San Jacinto Association Chamber of Commerce Z. A. Hall St. Patrick’s Beethoven Hall

Heights street car office invites you to view improvements

Since service began we have erected an attractive office and rest booth near the end of our line. J. E. Sickles is in charge and ready to show this progressive property. Take the Beacon Hill car to Los Angeles Heights and inspect the ongoing improvements near 40w.

The Heights J. E. Sickles Beacon Hill Los Angeles Heights

Night meetings aim to boost club turnout

A local club plans evening sessions to attract more members and discuss matters thoroughly. In a separate incident, J. D. White fell through a street car trestle on Porter street last night, was treated by a Traction company physician, and returned home at 3916 South Presa street.

Porter Street J. D. White Traction Company South Presa Street

County Officials Accept AOH St Patrick Invitation

County commissioners yesterday accepted an invitation from the Ancient Order of Hibernians to attend and take part in the St Patrick's day celebration.

Order of Hibernians

Scientific Society Meeting Tonight in Stevens Hall

The Scientific Society gathers tonight at 8 15 at the Stevens building hall. Professor Bernard Mackenson will lecture on Tramps of the Vegetable Kingdom. The public is invited.

Scientific Society The Stevens Building Bernard Mackenson

Tobin’s Account Approved After Austin talks

Sheriff Tobin traveled to Austin to confer with the comptroller about two February items in his account questioned earlier. An explanation was provided and the comptroller promptly approved all items.

Tobin Austin Comptroller

Death of Louis Rey Reynolds from scarlet fever

The 9 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Reynolds of 129 Cedar Street died at 11 o clock last night after a three day illness of scarlet fever. The funeral was held this afternoon.

Louis Reynolds L. F. Reynolds Cedar Street

Directors Meet of Bexar County Humane Society

Directors of the Bexar County Humane Society will hold their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday at 4:30 PM in room 222 Hicks Building. All members are requested to be present.

Bexar County Humane Society Hicks Building

Professor Wilcox Heads to Philippines for Government Post

En route to the Philippine Islands Professor George M. Wilcox son of Dr M C Wilcox of Mt Vernon Indiana spends a few days here during winter. He has accepted a position in the government education department and is a Cornell University graduate.

Philippines George M. Wilcox M. C Wilcox Mt. Vernon, In Philippine Islands Educational Department Government Wilcox Cornell University

San Antonio Humane Society Officers Listed with Contacts

San Antonio Humane Society names officers George L. McCauley and Fred Davison at the 324 Hicks Building with old phone numbers 71 for office, nights and Sundays 4726 and 2782.

San Antonio Humane Society George L. McCauley Fred Davison Hicks

Eye Ear Nose and Throat Specialist Moves to 411 Main Avenue

Dr. N. E. Forest, a noted eye ear nose and throat specialist, has relocated from the Frost building to 411 Main Avenue. The move consolidates his practice in a newly renovated suite and serves patients with updated facilities and easier access.

N. E. Forest Main Avenue

St Patrick's entertainment and reunion at Beethoven Hall

A St Patrick's event fills Beethoven Hall this Saturday with entertainment and a reunion seeking former attendees and local participants. The program includes music, social time, and a chance to reconnect with old friends.

Spiritual and Metaphysical Club Meeting Tues at I O O F Hall

E M Collins humane officer with Bexar County Humane Society notes old phone numbers 2409 day and 5877 night. The Spiritual and Metaphysical club will meet at 3 o clock Wednesday at the I O O F hall 123 Soledad St to discuss new thought phases and answer questions.

Bexar County Humane Society Mackay Building E. M. Collins Spiritual and Metaphysical Club I. O. O. F. Hall Soledad St

St Patrick's Day Celebration Plans Finalized

Final arrangements for the March 16 and 17 St Patrick's Day celebration were completed by the entertainment and procession committee. Members include T L Conroy B J Boyle M C Cody Paul O'Brien and Gus McCloskey. The committee says plans are more elaborate than ever.

T.L. Conroy B. J. Boyle M. C. Cody Paul O’brien Gus McCloskey

St Patrick's entertainment and reunion at Beethoven hall

A notice invites attendance at a St Patrick's entertainment and reunion event at Beethoven hall this Saturday. The location is Beethoven hall and the gathering aims to bring attendees together for the celebration.

Speeding and Parking Violations Reported in City Court

Alfred Muller was fined $10 for speeding in the corporation court today after an arrest on San Pedro avenue by Policeman Planuckle. John Washington, charged with abandoning a wagon on Houston street with the left side to the curb, was fined $5.

Alfred Muller Corporation Court San Pedro Avenue Planuckle John Washington Houston Street

Big entertainment and reunion by Ancient Order of Hibernians

The Ancient Order of Hibernians hosts a Saturday night event at Beethoven hall on March 16 offering entertainment and a reunion. The gathering invites members and friends to attend the festive program and social activities.

Ancient Order of Hibernians Beethoven Hall

Pinex and Sugar Syrup cough remedy recipe

A home cough syrup can be made by mixing granulated sugar with warm water and adding 2½ ounces of Pinex in a pint bottle. Take a teaspoonful every one to three hours. The formula is promoted as effective for coughs, sore throats, and related symptoms, with a money back guarantee and a note that Pinex is a pine extract product from Fort Wayne Indiana.

United States Canada Inex Co Ft. Wayne Ind

The Barrier at the Grand Tonight

Eugene Presbrey has dramatized Rex Beach's The Barrier for Amusements Grand. A hunted man and his daughter with a mining claim draw in the United States army captain who courts and marries her. A strong rugged frontier drama told with dramatic force.

Eugene Presbrey Rex Beach Alaska West United States Army the Grand

Elsie Janis Stars The Slim Princess at Grand

The Slim Princess comes to the Grand for Wednesday and Thursday nights led by Elsie Janis with 80 in the company. Manager Charles Dillingham promises the same lush scenic production seen in New York’s Globe Theatre and credits George Ade Henry Blossom and Leslie Stuart as the authors and composer team.

Elsie Janis Miss Janis George Ade Henry Blossom Leslie Stuart England Floradora America Charles Dillingham Slim Princess Globe Theater New York Janis the Grand

Arsene Lupin at the Orpheum Delights Theatregoers

The Orpheum presents Arsene Lupin a clever satire on French police with mystery and humor. Hayden Stevenson stars as the debonair Lupin in a strong male lead with broad interpretation and audience appeal.

Arsene Lupin Orpheum Theater Bartley Cushing Orpheum Hayden Stevenson Stevenson Lupin

Dulling Stationery and Printing Ad Promises Savings

Dulling Stationery & Printing Co owned by Chris G. Dulling at 112 West Commerce St offers lower prices and cost savings. Contact via phone 3338 for quotes and services.

Dulling Stationery & Printing Co Chris. G. Dulling West Commerce St

Entertaining Plaza bill delights daily crowds this week

Eight numbers on the bill include the nautical burletta The Good Ship Nancy Lee with Gilroy Haynes and Montgomery. a dog and pony act by Professor Thalero with Shetland ponies fox terriers and a monkey. and the Clover duo Monte Wolfe and Alberta Moore offer musical comedy with dancing and a turkey trot.

Plaza Theater Nancy Lee Gilroy Haynes Montgomery Thalero Clover Monte Wolfe Alberta Moore Mr. Wolfe George M. Cohan Miss Moore

Local theater Announces Bargain Matinee Schedule

The article notes a bargain matinee Friday afternoon and a school children's matinee Saturday, detailing affordable showtimes for families and students.

Newmans and Medoras Shine in Royal Week Bill of Laughs

Enthusiastic crowds applaud a diverse Royal Theatre program featuring the Newmans on trick cycle riding and unicycle boxing, the Medoras with shadographs and marionettes, Griffin and Lewis in The Prima Donna and the Tad, and the Trolley Car Trio. Friday matinee honors the ladies, while Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is touted for coughs and colds. Edwards King Drug Co., Sue.

Tramp Monk Griffin Lewis Prima Donna Tad Newmans Australia Medoras England Royal Scope the Royal Foley Edwards King Drug Co Sue

Chauffeur Fined Fifty Dollars for Noted Collision

Ben Echols a chauffeur was fined 50 by Judge Buckley in the police court for reckless driving that wrecked a horse and buggy owned by J. M. Shelburn on East Commerce street the night of February 21. Shelburn says the buggy and horse were standing when struck. Echols denied steering the car and a witness testified to seeing the car number.

Ben Echols Buckley J. M. Shelburn Shelburn East Commerce Street

Delicate Figs and Senna Laxative Promoted for Women

Delicately formed and gently reared women will find in every season of life a simple wholesome laxative remedy. Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna acts gently and naturally with safe, beneficial effects and can be taken anytime. The genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product is sold by leading druggists in original packs for fifty cents per bottle.

California Fig Syrup Co

Comiskey Visits San Antonio during White Sox Texas trip

Chicago White Sox owner Charles A. Comiskey arrives in San Antonio with Mrs. Comiskey and associates en route from Houston. He notes strong spring training progress in Waco and plans meetings with Connie Mack and John T Brush while visiting Texas cities. The party will watch games against the Broncs on March 22 and 23.

Charles A. Comiskey Chicago White Sox San Antonio Houston Comiskey Hugh Keough Hek Chicago Tribune Ted Sullivan White Sox Waco Texas St. Anthony Connie Mack Mr. Comiskey Mack John T. Brush New York Giants

Methodist second quarterly conference held in Gonzales

The second quarterly conference of the Methodist church met at Gonzales Church with Rev. W. H. H. Biggs presiding. Officials reported good finances and elected delegates W. J. Bright W. F. Robertson L. C. Brenner J. D. Jones W. H. Ainsworth and Ross Boothe to the district conference at Lockhart in April.

Gonzales Tex The Methodist Church W. H. H. Biggs W. J. Bright W. F. Robertson L. C. Brenner J. D. Jones W. H. Ainsworth Ross Boothe Lockhart

Eviction of 100 Mexican Families in El Paso Cotton Addition

Sheriff orders the removal of about one hundred Mexican families from the Cotton addition area within the Chamizal zone in El Paso county. Evictions were carried out yesterday, reflecting borderland housing tensions and federal land boundaries in the Chamizal region.

Associated Press EL Paso Tex el Paso County Cotton Addition Chamizal

Canalejas Heads New Spanish Cabinet

Madrid reports the Spanish cabinet, which resigned yesterday, has been reconstituted today with Premier Canalejas retaining leadership. This marks the formation of a new administration under the same premier.

Canalejas Associated PrEss Madrid

Weather Aids Bee County After Rain Storm

Slow drizzle and an electrical storm ended with 0.38 inches of rain. Ground conditions are described as excellent following the two day spell of wet weather.

Beeville Tex

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