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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1908
Page
8
Wide World Magazine describes Arabian wedding practices noting the bride remains secluded with female kin while the groom hides away at night to meet friends. The piece contrasts these rituals with European norms and notes secrecy and restraint as part of the marriage customs.
A jumble of society notes lists Mrs Ha Van Viecks Carson and Miss Scanting traveling to Vincennes with relatives for the summer. Daughters of the American Regulation plan a meeting at Mrs Wesley Peacock’s home. Various social events are announced including box parties, suppers, a men’s smoker, and dances. Members of local clubs schedule readings, memory tributes, and a charity entertainment encompassing a boxing night and a teachers’ fundraiser.
W C T U announces a temperance rally at Trinity Methodist Church on a Saturday in April. Speakers include community leaders and mothers club representatives. Organizers urge participation to support anti liquor campaigns and moral uplift in the community.
A dated testimonial asserts inflammatory rheumatism is blood-borne and that Dr Williams Pink Pills restore health by cleansing the blood and strengthening organs. John F Crichton of Chicago recounts years of paralysis and relief after taking the pills, urging readers to pursue blood treatment rather than skin remedies. The ad promotes mail order purchase at 2.50 for six boxes from Dr. Williams Medicine Co.
Mrs D H P Belmont, famed social hostess, hires a noted architect to design a Newport style residence. She already maintains a Hempstead home and a famed Newport dwelling, reflecting her reputation as a leading hostess of New York society.
An ad copy notes Grape-Nuts provides prompt nourishment for those who cannot digest other foods. It claims the product is almost all food and quickly converts to tissue-building energy within about an hour after consumption. The slogan There’s a Reason reinforces the claim.
The article examines genuine and artificial gems like emeralds and opal, noting their beauty and hardness. It mentions ancient Anglo-Saxon crafts, recent digs at Ipswich, and a British interest in the art of making artificial stones, highlighting durability and luster.
A garbled 19th century beauty column encourages reader questions and letters for cosmetic advice. It advertises skin care recipes, denticules, and home remedies, with instructions for face and hair preparations, tooth care, and makeup, interwoven with sales pitches and health warnings.
Mrs Mary Wilkins of Ramington Indiana is among the state’s oldest residents having lived in three centuries and nearing 108. Born in Tyrone Ireland September 26 1799 she came to America with her husband in 1840. She recalls Queen Victoria’s era and past life while visiting a daughter in Trilita and recently enjoyed a fast automobile ride.
Grainy notice announces a smokers event for gentlemen members at the San Antonio Country Club on Saturday March 88 at 8310 aelock aarp.
An advertisement extols Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a premier medicinal tonic made from malted grain. It claims benefits for overworked people, delicate women, and sickly children, and warns buyers to purchase only sealed bottles from reputable dealers. Addresses and contact details for the maker and medical consultant are provided.
Reported remarks describe a tense meeting among committee members and church officials in San Antonio over enforcing the Saldun law. Participants claim little information was released, with Bishop Johnston and others expressing caution while Governor Campbell’s reception is described as cordial but noncommittal.
The city council held talks with City Attorney Jee Hyon about an ordinance governing a special railway project. Alderman Carey plans a careful review across multiple phases of the proposed tunnel and subway alignment.
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