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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1908
Page
8
A fragment describes a reading drug dosing guide for constipation. It mentions one teaspoonful after each meal for adults and five drops to a tablespoon for children, claiming mild effects and safe use with careful consideration for elderly or frail patients.
The notice lists multiple funerals and burials. John G Gordon died at his son W A Gordons home and will be buried at Thorndale. Frank Rober led the later park of last week and his funeral was at Prospect Hill church. Mrs Catherine Istanden attended from New Jersey for the funeral of the deceased. Infant Herbert Mandrz funeral at 20 West Austin Street then St Josephs church and cemetery. Severnlen Has Delaney funeral arrangements by Bam Houston Camp No Aik W E W at Woodman Hall. Thank yous extend to J T Rauway for returning lost funds. Family thanks for kindness in death of Aloisius Herbert Dane. Funeral notice for Tom Delaney aged 24 to be held from 408 Manavanue at 4780 tomorrow afternoon.
A British steel freighter Schuylkill sailed from Bush States in South Brooklyn with a cargo of exotic animals. The lineup included an orangutan, a tiger, a leopard, monkeys and a toy elephant supposedly bound for Barnum & Bailey in Bridgeport. The ship carried a $2,090,000 cargo. The voyage saw a tiger loose in the Indian Ocean and a monkey crew dynamic described, with the Chinese staff supervising through a 12,000 mile journey.
A city crackdown on drug sellers includes a roundup of dope pedlars and a court appearance for a drys seller who allegedly dispensed opiates without a prescription. The police chief notes increased activity among habitual users, with the Palace Postal and Cigar on Commerce Street cited as a noted source.
J P Solven appears at the police station with throat slash wounds and accuses G C Shattleford of a knife assault on East Commerce street. Charges against Joly Chain and Mrs Chafin are resolved as the judge sentences Shattleford for assault and battery while dismissing Chafin’s claim. Prosecution withdraws additional charges. Solven’s injuries require stitches as witnesses dispute the row over alleged confrontation and the lodging house owner’s involvement.
Late personals record that Charles Torment of Krell Plano company visits Glacin dad and joins Mrs Wm Gruseh Mrs Tomn Warzell and son from Plimburg Pa visiting cousin Mrs H H Hunt and family. Also mentions Hay alfaly Jobaeon srous hulls rice men MM and Marucheduy in brief.
A. Morris, member of the executive committee of the democracy organization, received a letter from Chairman Carloth stating the committee would check at Fort Worth on Saturday week for a possible state primary. Morris will leave for Fort Worth on Friday night. Bailey campaign leaders urged a state primary after the adjournment of the state committee, opposing the Denver convention system for delegate selection.
Bob Barker, a Democratic nominee for governor, traveled from Austin to Be cilia and back, commenting on the Bailey issue. He criticized the group for attending the Austin Bryan Club meeting and stated that the matter should be addressed by the new club. Barker noted he has not yet hit the campaign trail in full and urged voters to contact postal and council offices for information.
The San Antonio Light ad segment follows standard classified layout with visible headings and compact notices. It reflects period newspaper practice emphasizing brief, practical information for buyers sellers and job seekers.
A campaign to raise 1000 for Loop Road restoration drew support from local officials and residents. Statements at Friday’s gathering outlined plans for fundraising, possible government involvement, and a county committee formed to coordinate efforts.
Balentina leads the jury in a high value dispute titled Hugo against Remi Gigenstore et al for four thousand dollars. Proceedings filled the morning at the International Bal grounds in Charken Hugo with notes taken and later filed motions for interpleader.
Mrs. B R Kennedy spoke to Judge Thiekiey as Campbell faced charges at bar. A man named Taggimice and Catipoatl Bladly pledged and were banished. Caine Holl faced a weapons charge but deputy sheriff spared him from prosecution on that count. Numerous theatrical and musical acts filled the Palace Theatre each evening.
Railroad time table shows trains between Enon Commerce Street Station and cities like Longview Austin Houston Dallas and Galveston with departure times ranging from early morning to late evening. It lists connections to Fort Worth Del Rio New Orleans Corpus Christi and Rockport and mentions stations such as Seton and Union.
Postmaster John Stevens plans to file a formal objection to the establishment of substations at the L and GN, raifronit, and Sunset railroad depots. The Business Men's club backs the stance, urging the post office to avoid depots with added supervision and construction costs. A separate note mentions a racelike group on an isolated island, described with sensational detail.
Washington discusses adding seven carriers for the local post office. An inspector will be sent, and Postmaster Jens J. Stevens will be advised of the department’s action after the report. Congressman Slayden urges urgency based on city growth and mail volume.
Conniry Phyalehwn 2D and Werry toni asked the sheriff for two armed guards to station around three miles from Sin Anton to ward off visitors as a contagious disease spreads. Deputy Traiver named James Iryin J Parker W MH McRae and Frank M nelly were listed on the inquiry.
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