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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1908
Page
4
A fragment describes a home remedy labeled Lest Prescription for babies and adults, detailing mixing ingredients at home and giving tiny dosages. It mentions aromatic mid cas and cardol like compounds, with guidance on drops for children and adults, implying a cure in time.
Monday marks the end of a series of lectures in this city by Professor Jerome H. Raymond under the San Antonio Lecture Association. The final talk will discuss Imperialism and Progressiveism, reflecting on current political ideas and their influence on society.
Ex United States attorney at El Paso, A Foster, arrived this morning for private practice after leaving office three years ago. He is noted as one of the best known lawyers in El Paso and will consult on current matters during his visit.
The United States marshal's office in the Western District of Texas received notice that United States Commissioners W TD How and George B. Oliver ordered the deportation of 1 China- Tien who illegally entered from Mexico. The group includes Toy Chin Hoig Chin Bow Leung Abie geeg Lermng Anvil Leung Kee uit 5 Ti Leung Bing Laing Charlie Chins Hong Tin Kee and Yee Kee. The Chinamet will be sent back to China from El Paso to San Francisco.
Former residents of the Buckeye area plan a picnic at Ryackenrlige Park Wednesday afternoon. The first meeting of the organization was held at Hot Wells weeks ago to form a permanent association. About 110 San Antonio residents eligible to nominate President Roosevelt attended the meeting. Tul Sinves & Sons promote a home purchase plan with easy payments.
Fragmentary notice reports new stables at 125 N Florea St and a rail-related topic. Mentions people and places loosely including San Antonio, Texas, and a local YMCA forum. The garbled text references dates, events, and a historical sketch debate with German empire themes, lacking clear coherence.
Patrons may have preservations refiled or corrected. The notice mentions refiling requests and a named party C. Jungkind in connection with the procedure. The text is fragmented and obscured but indicates an administrative action related to filing changes.
A garbled report describes Sergeant Knauss and others facing court after alleged interference on West Commerce Street. The text mentions arrests for various felonies and a staged account of the incident, with references to Deena Oron and Albert Ogden, and a corporation court rehearing.
In Guebeck Germany on March 23 a boat carrying a party of nine men overturned. Ten drowned and four others were saved. An officer served as referee and permitted the survivors to depart after a gentle warning about the strenuous life.
A social dance at Benevolentia hall Saturday night ended with Manuel Casanove being rude to a patroness after being refused admission. Policeman Garat detained Casanova, angering Gabriel Rodriguez who argued social events should not be exclusive. At the station Garza and Noe Garcia also faced trouble. Cassanova and Garcia were fined six dollars each in corporation court while Rodriguez paid two dollars.
J W Hassett Pacific Express Messenger was arraigned before Justice at the Police Pisk this morning on an assault to murder charge after an accidental shooting Saturday night that wounded Victoria Anna Zapata. He waived examination and was held on $250 bond furnished by M L Sloan and D Ludlow. The injured woman is reported out of danger and no serious results are anticipated.
J B Henyen resigns as deputy collector of Internal Revenue for the district under collector Mose Harris. He is succeeded by W H McChive, whose appointment was delayed before this morning. McChive, once a newspaper man here, has long done special writing.
Secretary Carrington faces a busy police force as the Business Men's club closes the convention accounts. Outstanding bills remain unpaid and some fines were raised to cover expenses. The Fasinegs Men's club committees did not provide the funds expected.
A misread OCR note states Miss Dorothy Whitney and a party of five were expected to arrive in the city yesterday in the speechy ode Hidalco. They will not reach until Wednesday. Miss Whitney is the daughter of Judge Dayne Whitney of New York.
Mangnam, general agent of the San Antonio and railroad, leaves for St Louis to attend today’s Southwest tariff committee session. General freight agents from all roads of the southwest compose the committee. Avants Paes of St Louis serves as living agent for the meeting.
Weekly labor meetings are listed for various trades including carpenters journeymen gaps, tailors and painters, cooks and waiters, and leather workers. Bayard K. Corley of Greenville Texas opens offices in the Hicks building for general practice with old phone 1942 and residence 620 Lingie utneet. The note mentions a brandy importer and assorted local merchants and foods in San Antonio and Anto Riven, with several garbles present.
Inware investigators report no clear progress on a fire arson case. Fire Chief Wright is working with uncertain leads, claiming no definite breakthrough. Five fire alarms have been reported in the past year, with officials doubting intrusions or a deliberate act.
The Grand Opera House hosted a strong show with lively performances by lead talents, frequent applause, and notable acts including Mr and Mrs Heath cast in key roles. Emma Bunting and Miss Rueell led theater lineups at the Empire and Lyre with multiple repeats planned, while Joseph and William W. Jefferson head a strong company in Sheridan's The Rivals at the Grand next Tuesday and Wednesday.
Washington, D. C., March 28. The Supreme Court of the Wallon States held today that the Minnesota railroad rate law is unconstitutional due to the enormous burdens imposed by the venality and vague provisions cited in the ruling. The decision notes legal questions regarding interstate commerce and regulatory overreach. The ruling could affect similar state rail rate controls and invites further legal scrutiny.
San Antonlangy hosts St. Louis Cardinals in two games with Brewe games moved from Monroe Louisiana after the visiting team arrived. The Cardinals travel from Houston and prepare for spring training, with matchups set for Saturday and Sunday in San Anton.
Norfolk Va March 86 An unknown steamship went ashore on Hatteras beach near Durrant’s life saving station during dense fog and rain. Lifesavers took a line to the steamer but the crew refused to leave. The vessel remains in bad shape and will likely be stranded.
August 61. March 83 A folds phone message from Trenton DC. Dr. Hunter, physician to Senator Tillman, states Tillman's condition is much improved. He is resting well, relishing his food and will be able to leave his bed within a few days.
Washington March 23 Joseph Pas hieel on Talkin was hanged here today for the murder of his wife Elizabeth Vo Dodge in September 16. The Tula ambassador intervened on Paolicci's behalf with him that the trial was not unheard but President Roosevelt commuted the sentence.
In Cannon County, March 28, tale Jewell a rich land owner was found dead by hanging early today. The report notes the victim’s wealth and the method, outlining a suicide.
A mother Bilser and her 19 year old son were fatally injured in a kerosene explosion at Dayton Mississippi. The son tried to hasten the blaze by pouring kerosene on the flame and died in the blast. The mother was severely burned while attempting to rescue her son and later died in hospital.
The News office reports a controversial issue over a gambling license tied to Rock Township. No injuries are mentioned, and the piece hints at community concerns amid a chaotic setting with unclear details about the involved parties or actions.
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