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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1912
Page
2
Test engineer P A Allen recalls narrowly missing the blast that destroyed locomotive 704 after a February rebuild. His wife urged him to stay home, buying time with a meal and a magazine, moments before the explosion killed his cousin, C Durbin, and left a headless body in the care of a rest room.
The blast at the Mansker blacksmith shop left Henry C. Mansker Sr dead and James Mansker Jr. wounded while rescuing his father. Witnesses include Mrs. Cisko and Mrs. Miller, recent arrivals from Pittsburg and Orange, as the community grieves in the wreckage and searches for missing husbands.
A judge quips about memory and events as a messenger notes a roast goose at the White Horse Tavern. The line muses whether Ecuador revolutors are revolting again, highlighting a mix of trivial details and political jargon.
A boiler explosion at a San Antonio plant shattered the roof with a bloodstain marking where a worker was hurled into beams. An official board, aided by steam experts, probes the disaster as fatalities rise to twenty five to thirty, with twenty one bodies identified.
Report from Santa Rosa hospital indicates most patients are "doing nicely" though several are gravely hurt. One man died, others underwent major operations including amputations. Names and addresses of the wounded are listed among patients, with bishops visiting.
An advertisement for Dr Miles Laxative Tablets claiming they ease constipation without force. It includes a testimonial from N A Waddell of Waco Texas praising mild action and candy like taste. The ad notes 25 doses per box at 25 cents and a money back guarantee through Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind.
Emiliano Zapata shifts activity from Morelos to Puebla at Petlalcingo where he proclaims Jesus Morales as governor. Zapata’s brother Eufemio with 600 men captures two nearby towns. Morales, Puebla native and noted bandit, garners support for Zapata. Haciendas fear troops. rail traffic to Torreon remains open. conditions near the city improved.
D Toomey of Bloomington Illinois suffered severe backache and kidney pains until trying Foley Kidney Pills. He reports the medicine "done wonders" and now can work a hard day without discomfort. Edwards-King Drug Co. offers the remedy.
A large stock of carriages buggies and phaetons is offered now by Staacke Bros with very low prices. The deal targets buyers seeking affordable conveyances and features a wide selection.
H E Hildebrand of this city bought the Artesian Belt railroad from the estate of Dr Charles F Mons for 200 000 with 5000 deposited as good faith. The sale awaits County Judge Shook approval and potential higher bids as five-day waiting period expires Thursday. Rumors swirl about the English syndicate link and other bidders. San Antonio Rockport Mexican officials claim no knowledge.
A drug advertisement promises cure for itching, bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days with PA OINTMENT and offers a money refund if not cured. Also touts Eimer & Amend's remedy for rheumatism, recommended by users, and notes sale by all druggists.
Report suggests main explosion occurred between components, not beneath or above them. Investigators believe steam pressure beyond safe limits caused by interference with safety devices on locomotives such as the steam gauge and escape valve, leading to the tragic event. Goose liver. White Horse Tavern.
Funeral plans are set for nine victims, with services this afternoon at 1217 North Flores Street and other rites in Luling and Houston. Identification is chaotic due to severe injuries. relatives from Texas and scattered morgues search for missing remains, while some bodies are identified by personal items and papers found on them.
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