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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1912
Page
6
Gentry Bros now based on Bowen's Island bring Araby an Arabian horse famed as the most handsome of its breed. Araby reportedly stands on its head after kneeling and lowering its head to the ground. The act also includes a barber-faced monkey secured for $600, said to be among the best-trained performers in the circus world.
An old newspaper ad fragment touts San-A-Lac taxi with two phone numbers 1 2 3 and a catchy slogan praising taste and service quality.
Fort Sam Houston hosts bridge parties with Mrs W L Taylor hosting and others attending at Fort Sam Houston. Shakespeare and Phoenix clubs meet with local hosts on Baltimore avenue. Royal duchesses discuss coronation week events with Mrs Frank Badger moderating at Turner hall. A tea is planned by Madison Square Presbyterian Ladies Aid and a St Anthony hotel bazaar showcases young ladies. Various club gatherings, visits to Cotulla and Boerne, and a piano recital by Mrs Tda Hagerty Snell conclude the social listings.
An old advertisement explains cold exposure harms kidneys by shunting blood and overworking them. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills from Edwards-King Drug Co to strengthen kidneys, tone urinary organs, and normalize bladder action with quick tonic results.
A collection of small ads notes price specials at 402 East Houston Street and a trade offer for a seven room dwelling in exchange for a lot. It lists Dr. J R Cunningham and Dr. A R Beal with updated contact numbers and office moves, including Luter moving to Gibbs Building. It also includes the IT'S INVIGORATING slogan.
The Jewish Literary club holds a regular meeting this evening at 8:30 in the club rooms at the Red Men’s hall on Soledad street. Tomorrow afternoon the Daughters of the Confederacy observe the founder’s birthday with a book shower to collect books for the Confederate Woman's Home in Austin.
A San Antonio resident praises Doan's Kidney Pills as a proven remedy used for 50 years. Mrs. O Beckelmann of 626 Montana St recounts relief from back pain and lameness after taking the pills, noting family use and recommendations. Doan's sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo is the U S sale agent.
The Missionary society of Prospect Hill Methodist church plans a postponed Mexican supper Friday evening from 6 to 8 in the church basement. The Alamo Heights Audubon society formed this week with Captain Hampton heading it and a prize for the third society organized. The Alamo Mission Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas met at the Gunter hotel to plan for the state convention in San Antonio April 18 and 19 and to arrange a float for the Flower Battle parade.
The regular meeting was not held yesterday afternoon due to bad weather. The next gathering will take place at Mrs. Frederick Bowen’s home 319 Camden Street.
The Ladies' Aid of Madison Square Presbyterian church hosts a tea at Mrs. Will Hume's Alamo Heights home. The Twentieth Century club meets at 3 PM at the Maverick hotel. The Self-Culture club music department gathers at 4 PM at Miss Louise Polk's home for a program of national songs and stories.
Harvey Baugh was surprised by friends at a gathering last night. Guests included Bessie Collinsworth Ethel Burke Annie Loeb Berta Goforth Stella Anderson Maude Romine Gertrude Collinsworth Willie Goforth Ethel Hendrix Bessie Romine May Williams Corelia Goforth Grace Burke Olivia McDoughal Harvey Baugh Charles Willis Young Jim White Ronnie Anderson Lindsay Smith Jack Mahan Roy Brown Udo Slaughter Ray Hendrix Lester Hearn George Anderson. Refreshments were served.
Mrs J B Hill hosted a birthday dinner at her Ruiz Street home last evening. The blue bonnet decorated table featured a multi course menu with guests including Mr and Mrs J C Arnold, Mr and Mrs Walter Martyn, Mr and Mrs G Doller, Mr and Mrs Hal C King, Miss Tillie Bolton, Percy Hall, Mr and Mrs S W Smith, and the couple.
On the eve of final budget push the Amalgamated Chamber of Commerce brigades pursue a $75,000 goal with 34 members at work. Ten regiments are tasked to raise $1500 each by Saturday while a 6:15 pm meeting at the Chamber of Commerce promises developments. Invitations surface for the Underwriters’ Heumers Come to the Surface.
A large assortment of carriages buggies and phaetons is offered at very low prices by Staacke Bros. The sale features multiple types and sizes appealing to buyers seeking value in used or discounted conveyances.
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