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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1909
Page
3
The fragmentary OCR appears to describe medicines for stomach issues and constipation with references to tablets and tonics. It mentions purported cures for pregnancy sickness and general remedies sold at a Bexar location, but the text is garbled and unreliable as a report of a specific product or event.
A police officer identified as J Robins was shot during a confrontation in the San Pellra district. The bullet struck the shoulder blade and collar bone, bending on impact, and the officer was taken to the city hospital for treatment.
The Brown Printing Street announces that Reese Wilson formerly of Lockhart has joined the firm as a key new member. Friends are invited to attend a meeting and celebration at the office to welcome him and mark the occasion.
Mayor Callagnan advocates ongoing dust suppression amid dry windy months. He notes 14 sprinklers operate on streets but wind rapidly returns dust. city pledges continuous spraying from morning to night to cut dust exposure. Petri Mirch mentioned in impromptu remarks, with conditions challenging the relief effort.
Testimony in a federal court session centered on rail freight rates and cattle shipments. C K Tanilay of Southern Pacific testified on costs and rate advantages claimed by cattle producers against railroads, with Judge Makasi and Assistant Solicitor for U.S. Commerce Commission present.
A supper party in honor of Fritz Zimmerman of Kansas visiting his daughter drew a host of local guests. The event featured Mr. and Mrs. Sold, Mr. am Mes, Fant Maui's, Air, and Mrs. Wo Doehoert, along with several other couples, as they mingled with Mr. Naowol, Mr. Werner, and Viies Wainy among attendees.
An unreadable OCR fragment presents insufficient readable facts to determine a clear news item or event. The text lacks identifiable people, places, dates, or organizations to summarize coherently.
Maley's Sandy showed signs of improvement at the city hospital today after an operation to address a stomach injury. Doctors reported initial stabilization yet cautioned the condition remains precarious as recovery continues under supervision.
A local government discusses expanding the Beacon Hill district for a bond issue. A meeting with the mayor and several council members is planned to determine the final settlement and potential property tax implications.
LODGE MEETINGS TONIGHT: San Antonio lodge No. 11 and several Masonic, labor, and craft groups announce gatherings. Anchor No. 424 A F and A M meets. San Antonio West No. 136 O of Oy and Qwist hall. Carpenters’ union No. 717 at Trade Council hall. Operative Ply reea’ dnters malignal association No. 178. Trades Council events listed at Rusthoven hall Beethoven Maonne.
A damaged OCR fragment names Evar Drug Co and references a package with yellow contents and some unreadable lines. It lacks clear event, date, or identifiable entities beyond the drug company reference.
Wire Chief Wright reports four wagons ordered weeks ago are en route from New York and expected to arrive in Galveston soon. The wagons, reserved for the mission and for use at Channel Vivotte and government milnv stations, are ready with harness purchased and horses trained.
Fragmented timetable text shows rail connections from the north and east with multiple numbers and city names. It references Houston, Victoria, Laredo, Tex, and other points, noting Sunday service variations and various route numbers amid a jumble of OCR garble.
A Galveston police chief reports the arrest of a suspect tied to embezzling charges and fugitive status. The telegram from laCalventan and ensuing inquiry led to the prisoner’s custody as officers from Cry Detective rank Nowoam and others coordinated the capture last evening.
George Payne a prominent merchant of Clallam Springs was severely injured this morning when struck by a weapon. Payne’s head was cut open and he suffered a concussion according to local reports.
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