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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1908
Page
2
A discussion on public service reform compares senators seen as wise leaders with critics labeled as troublemakers. It notes President Nord Alesti’s willingness to host warships, hints at varying attitudes toward tobacco, and ends with an odd forecast about cabbage and cigars despite tobacco output.
A subscriber notice informs readers that desk areas of the paper have moved and new addresses are in use. It requests delay reports if delivery is irregular and directs contacting the office by telephone at 176.
Protest grows among riflemen against an amendment to the appropriation bill that bars officers of the army national guard and davy from national rifle matches. The national board for the promotion of rifle practice urges removal of the amendment, arguing it harms life shooting and the service by keeping skilled leaders from national contests.
A Washington dispatch notes Senator Gary of South Carolina plans to retire at the end of the term filled by Senator Talmer, after about ten years in public life. He states no desire to remain beyond March 3, 1909, and intends to return to law practice, reflecting unusual detachment for a man in the United States Senate.
The Washington Post notes that U S trade with American neighbors rose from 383 million in 1897 to 938 million in 1907 with exports up about 200 percent and imports up about 120 percent. It contrasts Europe Asia and Africa gains and questions the cost of higher interest on government deposits.
A Tennessean style notice argues that swift evacuations show how schools react to fires. It warns against relying on crowd behavior when danger is real and calls for orderly safety planning and drills.
An editorial discusses whether government deposits in banks should earn interest, noting a strong push in favor of revenue for public funds and raising questions about financial policy and the impact on taxpayers.
A garbled adlike piece touts a home recipe to swell arms neck and bust, promising dramatic transformation for women. It cites Madame Moncaux and society patrons while urging purchases of glycerine, Ross Water, cadamene, and borax for a massing treatment advertised as harmless yet sensational.
A brief note requests arbitration of a weather-driven exchange idea for lower water and higher temperature, asking southern papers to copy the concept with no questions. The message hints at a large stock issue and a willingness to swap for warmer conditions.
The Light from March 25, 1887 reports Mexican consul Omelas returning from the frontier to seek relief for drought sufferers. San Antonio police reinforce depot platform trade restrictions. McCarthy drains his carp pond and counts fish. Ross Kennedy of Uvalde ships wool to the city market. Petitions to pardon Laula Warwick circulate for signatures. G Seales buys 250 mares for shipment at an average price of $18. A prohibition mass meeting is set for tomorrow at Turner Hall.
Fragmented obituary notes recount Touchlin Murat birth near Cahots France and death in Calabria on October 13 1815. Also includes brief biographical dates for Whitman 1810 1907 and a note on 1917 military actions and a Honduras capital capture. Astronomical events list sunsets and rises and planetary visibility risks.
A New York traveler returns and explains a missed introduction to Cousin Tom. An intimate acquaintance recalls the long-dead relative, noting the lost chance to meet him. The piece captures confusion and brief dialogue after the traveler’s arrival.
A city street car incident involving a forgetful conductor led to a man aiding a woman and a girl with a nickel fare. The event sparked search for the civilian who assisted during the awkward moment and involved a second girl observed across from them.
Fragmentary text shows a girl offering a fare to a man, with unclear dialogue and missing context. The readable line hints at a brief, possibly transactional moment but provides no discernible names, places, dates, or outcome.
A fragmented note mentions a girl linked to the Sunail case and an initial naming choice. The readable text points to a personal naming decision tied to a reported incident. Further details are unclear due to damaged text.
A timid girl recalls boarding a streetcar where another child received a ticket while she did not. The conductor refuses a ticket when she offers a nickel, prompting concern about a walk home. A kind gentleman overhears and gives the girl a nickel to repay him if they meet again.
The Light announces B D Lindsey as a candidate for Sheriff of Bexar County subject to Democratic primaries. It also announces W J Goforth and James McCloskey for Sheriff subject to Democratic primaries. Charles F Stevens and Frey T Lancaster are named as candidates for Sheriff subject to Democratic or party primaries.
The Light te announces Vivien K. Hamilton as a candidate for County Clerk subject to the outcome of the Democratic primaries. The notice confirms candidacy filing and party affiliation for the upcoming election.
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