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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1909

Page

6

Priceless Legacy in Papers Left by Miss Wilkinson

Mise Sara Marcella Wilkinson, descendant of General James Wilkinson, left a treasure trove of correspondence and documents tied to early American and Texas independence history. Her family, long tied to military service, preserved letters linking to 1812 naval bravery and the era’s political shifts. She lived near New Aronds before moving to San Antonio, where the funeral was held at her home and burial followed in James Masuniu cemetery.

Mise Sara Marcella Wilkinson James Wilkinson Sanderson Dwyer Ayew Miss Wilkinson United States Orleans Aaron Furreon Yale Wilkinson Independence Texas Aliss Wilkinson Joseph Wilkinson

Botanic Blood Balm Promised Cure for Eczema and Blood Poison

An advertisement claims Botanic Blood Balm cures eczema with watery blisters and oozing skin, purifying blood and relieving rheumatism, mucus pains, and throat issues. It asserts dramatic body transformation from poison toxins, promotes sample requests from Atlanta, Georgia, and urges readers to mail details for a free sample.

Botanic Hida Bunnie Mairo San Antonio Basar Dring Co Atlanta

Unconscious man found at city hospital scene

A 70 year old man was found unconscious in the rear of a building near West Comoerne. He was transported to City Hospital where he never regained consciousness. He had long ties to Sim Antonius and was once an inmate of its poor farm. Local police reported the discovery and investigation ongoing.

Wologkhin Tha Noliens Sharday Sim Aotonia Tatas Brown

Soldiers Charged in Bartender Robbery Case

Two soldiers, Melvin and Newconth, were arraigned yesterday at the county courthouse on charges of robbery and assault connected to an attack on bartender Frank Fly at R. Noll’s saloon in Van Rit. Preliminary hearing was waived and the case was bound over for further action.

Friank Fly R. Noll Hear van Rit Melvin Newconth

Births Reported In Local Section

Birth notices list several newborns with birth months and parent names. Mr and Mrs Th Scot announce a boy born March at 119 Omaha street. Mr and Mrs Nol Welsh welcome a girl born March 4 at 207 Weel Woodlason Avenue. Mr and Mrs XNI Granite announce a child born March 1. Roy born March 27 to Mr and Mrs Robert Joseph at 214 Nolgato Street.

Mar South Previn Atv RUM Horn Th. Scot Omaha Giraet Nol Welsh Weel Woodlason Avenue Maren Xni Granite Gis North San Saha Roy Maret Robert Joseph Nolgato Strent

Amusements: Classmates and French Musical Comedy Fame

Norman Hackett stars in Classmates, a tense drama about a son who rises to power while straining family ties, with strong forceful performance and a dangerous rival. Also touring is a French American musical comedy featuring Leander Lamb with a large company and many elaborate tableaux.

Norman Hackett Sarnia iTreskett Milies Cynan West Paint Dhowhart Duncan Mr. Harketh Bishars Carle Girandaera House Richard Carle Sin Antonio Ames Comediam Madame Monpodin Leander Lamb New York

Best Stomach Remedy Free Excerpt Prominent Patent Cure Claim

An old advertisement extols a stomach remedy and laxative tonics as a cure for dyspepsia constipation and a range of health issues. It invites readers to mail a penny postal request to Dr Caldwell for free advice and a sample or information, noting no charge for the service and providing a Monticello Montana style address.

Rome Warrennburg Ahronhin Willan Woll Jellison Lanbevttle Towoven Pareanat Owneri Calawetus

Burle Burgess Company Presents A Daughter of the South at Empire

The Burl Burgess company performs A Daughter of the South at the Empire Opera House this week featuring a lively cast and scenes set in the Mohawk valley. Also on the bill are Dunbar with Highland fling costumes and moving pictures, Don Dugcett and Katheryn Martin acts, and a highlight crowd-pleaser The Drummer and the Maid. Seats are on sale now. the show promises strong support from the ensemble and a polished finish.

Burl Burgess Company Empire Opera House Howhi New York Mohawk Valley Coshimie Miss Dunbar Loran Don Dugcett Helen al Wilson Junidr Hampton Bassett Katheryn Martin Moore

At the Royal Vaudeville Showbiz Crowd Cheers

In a lively Royal venue performance, manager Harry Moore pockets tips as Borden Zeng and Warden Bros headline a vaudeville stint. The bustling audience, amid cheer and bright smiles, shows strong approval for the acts and local entertainment charm.

the Royal Wweak—H Ehekels Harry Moore Imige Borden-Zeng Warden Bros

Shadow of the Cross light effects exhibition at Traylx Park church

A life size painting by Henry Hamon titled The Shadow of the Cross will be shown for four days starting March 22 at Traylx Park Methodist church. The semi dark scene depicts Baylor seers walking under moonlight with an unexplained phosphorescent glow described as distinct from any known substance.

Henry Hamaon Ali Traylx Park Methodist Church Baylor

Straggle Yo Keen Thin Diet Fad Report

A garbled item alleges a bogus diet mixture and drastic weight loss claims. It describes a questionable recipe with powders and extracts claiming rapid weight loss and appetite control. The text warns of potential side effects and health risks without reliable evidence.

Descriptive exhibit by W. F. Thomas and medical testimonial

The piece notes a cross outline above a figure to be shown by exhibitor W. F. Thomas with lectures. It includes a religious author Rev. Joseph I. Feeperman from Salia bury praising Foley's Kidney Remedy after kidney illness and bed confinement. Bexar Drug Co. promotes coupons.

W. F. Thomas Toseph I. Feeperman Saliabury Foley Bexar Drug Co

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