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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1913
Page
5
Mato Quero, a laborer, was shot in the abdomen during a quarrel on El Paso street near the I N G N railroad crossing. He was taken to City Hospital in serious condition and stated the assailant's name before officers searched the area. no arrest yet.
A Loveland Kentucky resident recites relief after taking Cardus, claiming improvement from severe pain and fatigue. The Chattanooga Medicine Co. advertises Cardus for women with a plea to write for home treatment guidance and a 4 page booklet.
Professor William C. Bagley of Illinois University told the Religious Education Association in Cleveland that schoolchildren should be spanked and disciplined to curb juvenile delinquency. He warned that leniency in schools and parenting over the past two decades contributes to crime later in life.
An advert claims a remedy that cures blind bleeding and itching piles. It supposedly absorbs tumors and relieves itching instantly, functioning as a poultice. Sold by druggists or by mail for 60 cents from A M Fischer.
An advertisement touts Blackburn's Casca Royal Pills as a tasteless pleasant health tonic and purifier. Sold in 10 and 25 cent packages at drug stores with a guarantee of satisfaction.
Austin March 13 lawmakers press to adjourn by April 1 with long sessions and rapid passage of about twenty local measures in the House while the Senate aims for March 21. Plans to attend Fort Worth Fat Stock Show prompt overnight travel and expenses to be paid by the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. McNealus anti pollution bill moves to final passage as debate calls for full penitentiary fund investigation.
Remarkable weight gain pill promises solid, healthy flesh at a rate of a pound daily. Claims include enhanced nutrition, cell growth, better food assimilation, stronger nerves, and increased blood cells. Free 50 cent sample offer to prove effects. mail order from The Protone Co. Detroit.
The Protone Company offers a no cost 50 cent sample of Protone to any applicant who fills the coupon and sends 10 cents to cover postage. The package includes full instructions and the book Why You Are Kin. Addressed to The Protone Company Detroit Michigan.
The regular 1.00 size of Protone is for sale in San Antonio by A. M. Fischer at 523 East Houston Street W. C. Kalteyer at 410 East Houston Street Adolph Dreiss at 119 North Alamo Street J. W. Taliaferro at 120 East Houston Street and Schwab Summers 4 Drug Stores No free boxes from druggists.
The text notes that the resolution allows the Senate to designate a like committee from its members to act jointly in the matter. It emphasizes cross chamber collaboration and procedural authority without detailing specific individuals or dates.
Senator Kaufman secures final Senate passage of a bill to establish and maintain an agricultural experiment station at Alta Loma for testing fruits vegetables grains and soil issues in Galveston and Gulf coast counties. A committee of governor lieutenant governor commissioner of agriculture and station director will designate the station location with a $2000 yearly appropriation for two years.
Senator Willacy chairing the Senate finance committee, on a personal privilege basis, disclaims any governor overreach in drafting the general appropriation bill. He notes a conference with the governor on financial matters, but says press dispatches created a wrong impression.
The Senate refused to concur in the House amendments to the redistricting bill. A free conference committee was requested by the Senate and Lieutenant Governor Mayes appointed Senators Lattimore and Brels- with other members to resolve the differences.
An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Remedy claimed to cure piles without surgery. It invites men and women to send name and address for a free mail sample, then urges purchase of a 50 cent box at drugstores, warning operations are rarely successful.
A promotional offer invites readers to fill blank lines with their name and address to receive a free trial package of Pyramid Pile Remedy by mail. The coupon directs mail to Pyramid Drug Co at 406 Pyramid Building in Marshall Michigan. The ad promises free delivery in a plain wrapper.
The House and Senate debate reapportionment with a free conference and appoint committees. A light and power plant at Cuero seeks dam rights on the Guadalupe, while optometry reform dies in the Senate. Bills advancing include insurance co insurances repeal and oil company steamship rights. Bailey backs corporate charter relief to revive forfeited firms.
Austin, March 13. The woman’s property rights bill passed the House 74 to 43. McNealus’ stream pollution bill also passed after Bruce failed to add the coast city exemption. Vaughan’s Senate bill authorizing telephone company buyouts was engrossed after Lewelling’s attempt to require a vote of the people failed.
A 60 mph wind driven storm with rain and hail moved through San Angelo this morning causing considerable damage and disruption. Local rainfall and hail battered buildings and trees while cleanup crews assess the extent of the damage and restore services.
Jesus A. Fernandez newly appointed consul general to the United States visited Mayor Jones yesterday. He was joined by his predecessor Manuel A. Esteva who heads to Japan. Attendees included Charles Graebner Fred W. Cook Colonel F. A. Chapa Dr. W. F. McCaleb J. F. Shepherd J. H. Kirkpatrick and A. J. Byrne.
Chicago March 13. Bishop Charles Edward Cheney completed 53 years as rector of Christ's Reformed Episcopal Church. He recalled Chicago history and church anecdotes, including a tale of a couple married there 30 years ago seeking their lost records and attributing the find to him. Earl L. Hering, Dental Surgeon, 609 Gibbs building. Crockett 2344.
In San Francisco on March 13 the fourth homicide in the Bing Kong and Suey Sing Tong conflict occurred when Soo Yut, a porter, was shot by gunmen believed linked to the Suey Sing Tong. Police fear the feud will be hard to quell as guards are posted in Chinatown and many Chinese residents are leaving the city.
Eight War Department officers have been detailed to join the battleship fleet off the Virginia Capes this month to assist in naval operations and observe fleet maneuvers during the annual battle practice. Their reports will help coordinate army navy cooperation in wartime.
New York March 13 Dr Matthew Borden a New York physician and son of late M C D Borden former owner of Fall River cotton mills ran up a 2660 debt in a heads or tails game. He says two acquaintances drank him into betting and signing a promissory note he did not know was legal while alleging a conspiracy. The note is claimed invalid as a gambling debt.
New York March 13. The New York Railways Company and the Interborough Rapid Transit Company opened the first of six stores for city street car elevated and subway employees. About 25 000 workers will receive credentials to buy groceries meats fish and other foods at about 30 percent below prevailing prices.
New York March 13 the largest suffrage parade planned for Saturday May 3 headed by the National American Woman's Suffrage Association. the procession will include national officers delegations from nine suffrage states and states at various stages of action. the organizers say New York City is the easiest place to marshal a big parade and expect a turnout larger than the March 3 demonstration.
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