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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1909
Page
8
City health board declares a war on flies and orders immediate action. Sanitary inspectors led by President Barnitz will inspect every stable in the city and file charges for noncompliance. Fines will be issued at all other locations where horses are kept in large numbers.
San Antonio and Bexar county health officials cheer the defeat of a proposed state health board bill while opponents warn the plan would grant the president excessive power. The measure would abolish the current department, transfer authority to a supreme board, and make officials liable to penalties for enforcing regulations. It would also create peace officer powers for board members and allow sweeping administrative arrests.
Fire destroyed Tess and Pacific passenger station Houston and Liggett lumber yard Collins hardware Bates restaurant and damaged other buildings in Grand Prairie Texas. Loss estimated at 25000 dollars. Night wind pushed Texas and public water lines supplying firemen. Iun Grantham, the operator, sent alarms as the pool fell and narrowly escaped death. Dallas fire department assisted as town faced threat.
In Austin on March 26 the house debated the Cureton basic guarantee bill. A point of order claimed the bill lacked an enactment clause, but supporters urged passage with amendments. Senate progress showed bills advancing on agriculture and experiment station matters amid routine procedural tension.
Ambiguous text discusses granting state level authority to remove or discipline city or county officials while protecting board members from removal. It notes a proposed separation of powers, mentions a state board of health and the difficulty of severing paper provisions, and references discussions on a heating board and appeals in court.
John OD Eldridges and family from Peurs are spending a few days in the city. WW Bowman of Divine arrives for a short stay on business. A Ross of Rossville visits the city for business. Sid Peterson of Kerrville was here yesterday on business. J W Allen, general of the Missouri KGursa with Dallas headquarters, is in San Antonio today. CG M Brows, commercial agent of the Wabash with Dallas headquarters, is in San Antonio on a regular trip.
Scores of styles in a broad range of colors and textures are showcased by Joske in hose offerings. The display features lace and embroidered lisle hose, gauze pairs, and black and white options, with price points from 15 to 50 cents.
A dense catalog of Joske shoes lists men’s blucher oxfords, gunmetal oxfords, and patent leather styles, plus women’s patent pumps, ribbon ties, and ankle strap options. Prices range from 2.25 to 3.85 dollars, with multiple lasts and welt soles noted.
A trial opens in district court against Willams a negro charged with assault to murder for allegedly striking Cub Howard in the head with a pistol. The case includes multiple named attorneys and court officials listed in the proceedings.
Will develop an oil field six miles northeast of McKinney Texas. Wealthy business men form a company to explore with drillers hired. Giland gas indications reported as excellent. Also news of the death of Apolonia Vidi de Lopes, 26, at 214 Argan Street from heart failure. funeral arrangements set from her late home with burial in San Por Manda cemetery.
Fragmentary lines from the Philadelphia Star show a dialogue about opinions on a distant conflict. The readable text includes partial quotes and garbled phrases, leaving the context unclear but indicating editorial or letters page style exchange.
Manager Weis reports New Orleans fight pictures looked so real they seemed the event. He says Johnson dominated the bout and warns of Texan challengers. The Powder Theater presents The Gutta Percha Girl opening March 25 with matinee, followed by College Charms and Weber & Fields musical comedies April 4 onward.
The evening program at Happy Hour Theater features amateur performers in a varied lineup with big sets and an illustrated song. Amateurs aim to rival professionals, delivering clean entertainment and amusing turns for a ten cent admission.
A damaged fragment mentions a priest, an organ, and concerns about obscenity and vows. It is unclear and lacks full context, names, dates, or locations. The readable items suggest potential reported issues around behavior or conduct involving a priest and associated church imagery.
A fragmented excerpt discusses lawn care, citing Waugh of Amherst as a gardening authority. It notes starting with quality seed, proper watering, and ongoing maintenance to achieve a smooth, green lawn.
Mayor Wain leads efforts to organize teachers across the United States for higher salaries and pensions. Proposals include broader pay increases, extended benefits, and national support for educator pay and state funding.
A reform effort labeled Optismists' Day promotes abolishing April Fools. Circul ar letters go to governors and state officials while key figures in towns and political circles review the plan. The campaign seeks broad support and public acceptance.
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