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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
5
A young girl named Hilen Corey died from grief after her father was sent to Blackwell's Island for drunkenness. Engineer Henry Jacobs attempted to reach the dying child at home in a high powered car but could not reach her before she passed away.
Bii Smith distributes neatly printed invitations for the station opening on Tune 1. A large reception will be held at the new station on the night of May 30. Highland Gun Club dance and local music events are scheduled for Sunday May 10.
Peter Chara was fined $5 in the police court this morning after pleading guilty to biting W. F. Quinn following a late night row. The dispute escalated to a single blow with Quinn as the recipient.
San Antonio Playgrounds association, with school board approval, seeks to use school grounds No 7 and No 6 for summer public playgrounds. They issue membership cards to raise about $100 for fencing supervision and operation. They expect over 60 civic supporters to contribute to this philanthropic effort.
A 75 year old San Antonio resident Jann Jones died at his home yesterday. Born in 1834, he became known for his courteous manners and lifelong service as a servant to several prominent figures including Major H. B. Adams and Mrs. W. A. Bennett. He worked 26 years in Mrs. Bennett's household.
Boom Labor GR Sullivan, organizer of the Pain ters and Paperbangers, is in the city to recruit and widen the ranks of the organization. The visit is expected to continue for several months.
The board of directors of the public Playground association will hold a meeting tomorrow afternoon at the YMCA building to discuss plans and developments for local playgrounds.
Rev. Pp. R. Kutekoroneners sermon titled The Crimson Shroud or The Good Man Lost and the Bad Man Who Was Saved drew large attendance across the city. A glowing description portrayed a man reaching a point in sin like a train without brakes on a grade, as confessions were reported at the service.
W G Galbraith general stock agent of the K K T railroad reports a city stock shipment rush with cattle movement nearly over. He cites heavy rains in North Texas as a factor but says five stock circles remain in excellent condition. Health advice mentions blood purity and Viking Hood's Sarsaparilla.
Senator Philander C Knox of Pennsylvania emerges as a prominent candidate for the Republican nomination for president as the party eyes a strong state favorite from Pennsylvania.
A fragment from a Philadelphia scene shows a visitor questioning a scriptor about the ark jury's rejection of a mate, amid dialogue on prejudice and fashion. The visitor asks about art and a spring suit, while Veroulptor struggles to respond as whitening imagery appears.
Fragmentary text describes a dispute or tension among residents and local figures in a city. Names and places are garbled, with quoted lines indicating disagreement and a possible social clash. No clear dates, events, or outcomes emerge from the legible portions.
A theatrical extravaganza titled The Sew Alderman will play at the Empire Theater on May 20 under Olive Grove Women Circle sponsorship and director J. J. Custig. Fifty men are needed, all secured, with a stand-by for success. Prominent cast members include Mmié Brown, Helen Nelson, Ida Wright, Lina Wright, Arthur and Frank Sterett, among others. The Lyric patrons enjoyed Dan Daggett and Antonio’s tenor serenades last night, with the Kosnards, Kennedy, and Vincent delivering a finale. The Unknown and illustrated song drew strong crowds, and Will Week’s program was praised. Prof Milbrunn and wife Milburn will lead the dancing hall at Blooming Park tonight with teaching and fancy figures. Music by Prof Rowars’ 12-piece string orchestra. Dance hall admission free. gentlemen five cents, ladies free. Attendance expected to be large. The vaudeville at the park continues to please.
Chaotic OCR fragment shows debate on a bill labeled Ghevingaville with attendees pledging and the bill extending through the week. Unclear names, dates, or outcomes due to garbled text.
A San Antonio tale recounts buying an automatic piano player at San Antonio Music Co in Hoveton. The narrator jokes about not playing piano yet declares the device a boon for non players. He visits his doctor who prescribes medicine from Fischer's as the doctor explains Fischer's strict filling practices. A man with a severed leg cut laments his loss, remarking he was glad the injury was on the left side.
Readers browsing The Light classifieds encounter a mix of bold offers and brief notices promising bargains across categories. The compact ads highlight sales, services, and opportunities, urging quick action and attention to small print.
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