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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1908
Page
2
Readers are urged to report ad address changes for delivery and to notify the office by telephone. The piece critiques journalism independence, party influence, and editorial bias, with remarks on Bryan, Anna Gould, La Follette, and a governor’s engagement. It mocks Arkansas white mule whiskey and features harsh rhetoric about press misdeeds.
Swiss liquor laws vary by canton with a population based license system. Lucerne imposes a high license rate, charging about 200 francs annually for small outlets and around 1200 francs for large first class hotels, while municipalities set the number of saloons allowed.
The text explains Swiss liquor licensing strictness, license limits, and renewal penalties with fees paid annually. It notes three-fourths of liquor revenue funds education and the rest roads, and observes drinking habits as generally moderate, especially among German Switzerland residents. A stray note mentions a rail station substation and local views on Thaw and Bailey, with a remark on Washington understanding San Antonio.
A Brooklyn gathering prompts harsh racism and anti intermarriage rhetoric. The writer condemns the mob violence linked to such views while mocking voices who advocate brotherhood and equality. The piece critiques white attendees, northern attitudes, and a noted editor, highlighting dangerous hostility and complacency.
Forty thousand candidates for pre met county district and state offices are in the brush this week waiting to see which way the vote will jump. Most expect to ring up on the winning side next week while a feud-free stance earns broad admiration among campaigners. The piece notes the difficulty of aligning with red robed factions and the controversy surrounding the process.
The article discusses the severe nervous pressure on dressmakers during peak seasons leading to exhaustion and fainting. It notes common symptoms such as dizziness and sleeplessness and presents a tried and true remedy for overworked women.
Mrs Ella Griffin of Park St Canton NY writes that after three years of female weakness backache pains and headaches Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restored her health The ad claims the remedy has cured thousands of women with displacements inflammation and other female ailments and invites readers to write for advice at Lynn Massachusetts.
A night disturbance leads a man to shoot at a shadowy figure outside a house. He later finds his pug dog dead from a bullet, mistaken as the intruder, with a grave now marked by fresh flowers for Hitle “Deway.” The incident reveals a case of mistaken identity in the city’s east ward.
A seventh grade pupil Arthur Donaldson at Bowie school writes a humorous postal style note dated 805 Virginia Avenue April 2 1908 asking his father for money to spend at the carnival. He requests funds for wire walking trapeze shows and snacks noting both bodily and mental nourishment and signs as Your economical son.
The article debates whether foreign governments should extradite criminals. It argues against blanket deportation and supports punishing offenders in the country where crimes are committed. It notes high parole success, warns against harsh laws, and suggests international courts could aid by accepting trial records for punishment or reform after return.
The article notes a Washington round trip rate of 41.80 for groups of 25 or more attending a National drill. It reports social events including Mina Lizzie Fry hosting guests, Rev Juntud French resigning to California, Rev French delivering praise, and Jordon and Miss Elvin making their vows with Bishop Neraz. Also mentions Mr and Mrs Robin planning relocation to a ranch near Cuatroville.
Mrs. S Joyce of Claremont New Hampshire reports that about a year ago she purchased two bottles of Foley's Kidney Cure and it cured her long standing kidney trouble. She says it acted promptly and she heartily recommends it, as noted by Bexar Drag Co.
Farmersville faced strife following Saturday's vote leading to the stabbing of Rufus Brewer. Gene Houser has been arrested and is held on $1,000 bond as investigators pursue details of the incident.
A fire damaged John Burrells home here last night causing an estimated loss of 2000 dollars with 1000 dollars covered by insurance. Fire officials investigated the blaze and noted the quick response minimized further damage to surrounding structures.
The Light announces multiple candidacies for sheriff of Bexar County including Routia B D Lindsey W S Goforth James McCloskey FL Stevens Fray H Lancaster George Surkey and others subject to Democratic primary action. Also candidates for County Clerk Vivien E Hamilton Michael Campbell Frank R Newton and for Constable Precinct No 1 BE J Neeves J Ha Wilkens listed with primary dependence.
A fragmented OCR note mentions advertising and light, with unclear wording about a hatter event or venue. The readable elements reference Mr Wide A Wake and advertising for a light. No clear date, place, or outcome is discernible.
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