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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1909
Page
4
Build Yourself Up This Spring promotes a liquid tonic called Barsitans 100 Doses One Dollar, claiming to purify the mind, restore appetite, and strengthen health through a blend of remedies. It asserts winter strain harms the body and that the formula, containing sarcaparina, offers multiple restorative ingredients.
Birth announcements from Bey Lory Marcy and midm Mrs. enh Hieerel list newborns at 16 Macgregay Street and 26 Musyates with names and dates. Additional entries mention AOS Hass and a Mawed child, reflecting early 20th century local record practices.
The passage describes a dining scene marked by quiet gloom and absent mirth at the dyspeptic table. It notes nervous diners, disturbing thoughts, and a home atmosphere lacking harmony, with references to digestion, nerves, and a failed attempt to evoke cheer through conversation and ordinary meals.
A woman admits involvement in the abduction of Willie Whitla and says she had custody of him while a male companion negotiated for ransom. The boy was taken to Cleveland for identification by authorities and imprisonment of the suspects proceeds.
Cleveland police and prosecutors report recovery of about 9 790 in bills hidden in a plot to secure the Whitla child. Suspects Helen Faulkner and James Boyle are tied to the Cleveland events, with Mrs Whitla aiding disguises and travel to Ohio to observe proceedings.
San Antonio theatergoers hailed The Mian Who Stood Still as the season’s finest play with strong turns by Janis Mann and a powerful ensemble. Audiences responded to the unfolding tragedy and character studies, praising Bloom and the supporting cast for a memorable production noted for its emotional intensity.
Readable lines indicate schedule shuffling with misspellings. It notes a Thursday performance at the Royal featuring Laval American night and mentions Hang Hour causing changes to the theater's timing and place. The fragmentary text confirms a venue shift and audience notice.
A garbled old ad promotes a laxative for children claiming health benefits and no cost. It cites family use, safety assurances, and offers a free trial by sending name and address to a doctor. The text imitates period medical quackery with nonsensical phrases and misspellings.
This week Mocking Shere features three sketches including the ius filted sug and the moving ilelures. The two performances, sprinkled with sparse wit, draw qualified responses from patrons. All seats sold for 10 vents as management claims inviting the House pod remains focused on patron comfort.
Four men were indicted on fraud charges in Boston. The defendants named Marion, Pensonele, and White were among those surrendered to authorities and faced hearings this week. The case involves alleged theft and financial deception tied to the city.
A traveling man dies after ingesting garbolic acid in an apparent suicide. He left a note blaming his actions on a failing scheme and possible financial distress. Authorities say the man, about 40, sent a letter to his wife and son outlining his reasons before his death.
A long list of women across states including Illinois Indiana New York Wisconsin Ohio and Pennsylvania testify to Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound curing female ailments with tumor removal and other conditions. They invite others to write for proof while stating none received compensation for using their names.
The mangled report states that Mrs Amos Miller and her two children were seen near the river early morning. A struggle ensued and Mrs Miller attempted to resist, with neighbors reporting signs of mental distress. Investigations are underway to determine the circumstances.
Vembirg March 24 reports the imperial yacht Hohengellero, sailing from Wiel toward the Mediterranean for Emperor William, collided with the Norwegian steamer Por in dense fog off Nord emey. Por sank, while Hohengellero sustained minor damage and the emperor remained aboard.
Anna Man sap, a public school teacher, was shot in the head and killed early today on her way to the One Hundred and Third Street school. A man who is believed to have shot her was arrested by police as he attempted to dispose of the weapon near Charrell. At the police station the suspect refused to speak. Police recovered a wallet bearing the names Anna Magane and Philip Mangan nearby.
New Orleans will host the Lakes to Gulf Waterway celebration on November 1. The event follows a convention of the Lakes to the Gulf group with plans announced last night. A call for participation will be issued from St. Louis in the coming days.
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