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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1912
Page
4
The committee to arrange the A. W. Bilson copies exhibit will meet Saturday in the office of Superintendent Charles Lukin. The display includes copies of famous paintings from around the world and is being organized chiefly through Mr. Lukin's efforts for local exhibition.
Dr C M Wilcox of China will address tonight at 8 PM at the First Church of the Evangelical association on the Triumph of the Gospel in China. He has twenty five years experience as a missionary and is well acquainted with Christianity progress there.
Dr W S Chaplin seismograph inventor to lecture tonight at 8 15 in Stevens building on earthquake measurements. He studies causes and effects of earthquakes and will give an engaging address for members and guests.
Four divorce actions were filed yesterday afternoon in the district courts. Cases include Virgie Bachmann versus Julius Bachmann and Wallace Graves versus Josie Graves, with Eula listed in another filing.
The ad warns that kidney function underpins overall health and cites Brights disease deaths in 1910 New York. It promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidneys liver and bladder, promising free sample on request and noting two bottle sizes 50c and a larger one sold by druggists.
Charles P Taft and party including Mrs Taft Miss Louise Taft William Wiley and Joseph Garretson left San Antonio after two week stay at the Taft ranch in San Patricio county en route north.
Will Scott was fined $20 in corporation court today after being charged with speeding on Avenue C yesterday afternoon. The arrest was made by Policeman Pfanuckle.
Norris Holt waived examination in Justice Umscheid's court today on burglary and theft charges. Bond set at 300 dollars for burglary and 500 dollars for theft. He allegedly entered Globe Woolen Mills in the city on March 6 and stole clothing valued at about 100 dollars.
Wilbur Allen, president of the Texas league, spoke at St. Anthony in San Antonio saying the baseball outlook for the approaching season is very bright and indicates a most successful year. He plans to visit his ranch after the engagement.
Two jurors swear a juror urged paying plaintiff 20 000 and that lawyers get most of damages. Eight jurors deny influence while noting general discussion on damages. Casanova v Traction Co ended February with a 10000 verdict. new trial motion argued at term's end in Thirty seventh district court. The Gunter Hotel Mecca for Texas travelers.
The Ad Club and Chamber of Commerce announce a joint dinner next Tuesday at 6 30 PM in the St Anthony hotel to discuss the San Antonio visit of about 1500 advertising men from across the country. Speakers include Col Frank P Holland F N Crittenden John W Philp and others outlining the National Advertisers association May Dallas convention plans. William Moore White reports from Dallas on the itinerary for a state circle tour.
Croftonian Tailoring Co. offers expert cutting and clever designs in tailored garments with imported woolens at 104 Jefferson Street opposite Bexar Hotel.
J. F. Carl, representing state officials enjoined from following Governor Colquitt’s Alamo restoration plan, will file an appeal bond tomorrow and begin the appellate brief. The bond covers all appeal costs. he may argue no cost bond is needed since officials acted in an official capacity. He will file a cost bond to proceed with the appeal.
Austin March 22 The attorney general's department ruled that county tax assessors must prepare separate tax rolls for each school district within a county. The ruling states that failure to issue distinct rolls would invalidate the collection of school taxes and concerns Hardin County.
Bad weather reduced attendance as judging continued for cattle and hog divisions at the Fort Worth fat stock show. Three division champions will compete for the grand champion bull as night events conclude in the Coliseum. Tomorrow features matinee performances.
Classified note announces light want ads begin soon for ten days including two Sundays. Price is one half cent per word per insertion and refunds are available for unused time if ads end early. Telephone orders encouraged with billing to follow by mail. Phone numbers listed as 176.
A local shop advertises special prices on essential goods for residents near the marketplace. Shoppers can find reduced rates on staple items throughout the week, with emphasis on affordable basics and daily essentials.
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