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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1908

Page

7

Hearing Padia Case Today On Alleged Assault In Pleasanton

Padia faces a criminal attack charge involving his 11 year old daughter Bertha at Pleasanton road milepost 16. Hearing before Justice Fisk set for this afternoon as witnesses are expected to appear. Ora Biard, former deputy sheriff, helped restrain Padia and urged Humane Society to help Bertha. mother is reportedly destitute and Bertha may need care.

Padia Bertha The Humane Society

Beginning Tomorrow A Remarkable Undergarment Sale

Beginning tomorrow Thursday morning a reason sale of crisp white underslips presents values never offered by this house in the South. Not a garment in the lot costs less than $2.00 and many are worth more.

Tobacco Tags Boost Tag Saving Across Shops

Local reports show a record surge in tobacco tag saving as the American Tobacco Company offers valuable presents in exchange for tags from popular brands like Master Workman Spear Head and Jolly Tar. Dealers nationwide stock gifts while the company also redeems mailed tag savers from areas with few presents.

American Tobacco Company Tinssey’s

Big meet to draw fans to San Antonio fair

Lovers of tachig expect a lively entertainment during the international fair in San Antonio. September bookings show horsemen from across the country reserve stable space as top horses may appear. Secretary J M Vande notes ongoing reservations and a directors meeting to settle bar privileges amid bids from local liquor bidders.

Atiuudance San Antonio Nex J. M. Vande The Fair Association

Donor Scientist Promotes Buchu and Lithia Remedy

A renowned scientist pledges the Buchu and Lithia Compound Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney and bladder disorders including Brights disease and gravel. The remedy, claimed mercury and arsenic free, blends Buchu corn silk Jimi yer and Lithia in vegetarian form. Available at all druggists with 39 proven results.

Lithia Bochu

County Court Adjourns. multiple cases listed for action

County court adjourned this morning until tomorrow at 1 3380 o clock. Several cases filed include Chas Schulte for abandonment of wife and children, theft charges against Fermin Ceneros and Ed Terrell, aggravated assault and battery against Clay Kingle, and a theft complaint by A M Welle. Notables visiting the city include Wm H Levi of St. Louis, J W Riordan and wife of Marfa, and G S Wali of El Paso.

Chas, Schulte Helen Comal Fermin Ceneros R. Kaufmann K. Tiuafmaan West Commerce Street Ed Terrell A. M. Welle North Clay Kingle Carl Hamilton Corpus Christi Avetin Salt Worth Bailey Wm. H. Levi St. Louis Alamo Hotel J. W. Riordan Marfa A. AW. Moursand Vredericksburg Angelus Southern Pacific Allroad Cty Mr. Walis Nuiny Eld JC. M. Brown Walsh Dallas WL. Gear Cotton Hell Waco Charles Herpal San Antonio

Local Names Attend Southern Stopovers in Texas

Dallas resident PERSONALL B J. Waber holds a seat at the Bitte while B. Torlinville of Cooper stops at the Southen. W. W. Sloan is indisposed today. J. B. Jones of Huntavilla registers at the Southern. GS. B. Herton of Austin stops in. John G. Witlaey arrives in Texas.

B J. Waber Dallas B. Torlinville Cooper W. W. Sloan J. B. Jones Huntavilla GS. B. Herton Austin Bender John G. Witlaey

Court Sustained Her Objection to Tights

Henrietta Lee and her husband Charles Morrison sued Hurtl and Sermon in New York Supreme Court after dismissal over tights. Jury awarded damages totaling 4700 for breach of contract following the stage denial of tight costumes during a three month season.

Henrietts Lee Henrietta Lea Morrison Supreme Court of New York Sheatrica Miss Lee Charles P. Morrison Hurtl & Sermon

Not Knocking Anybody

A garbled Chicago Tribune excerpt shows a courtroom exchange with a lawyer calling a defendant worthless and the witness denying any voluntary effort to honor obligations. The dialogue hints at a dispute over responsibility and character without clear context or outcome.

Chicago Tribune

Debates Fuel Tense Labor Clash Amid Disrupted Rides

In Philadelphia Ledger notes, a chaotic scene unfolds as a cobblestone impact injures the motor man and a conductor’s coat button flies off. An observer cites Ty and banks of capital versus labor as the core conflict, highlighting rising tensions during transit disruptions.

Philadelphia Ledger

The Turning of the Worm Prompts Government Attire Talk

A Baltimore American item questions whether the government plans to ban the wearing of the Merry Widow at Panam events. The note reflects curiosity about possible policy action and public interest in women's headwear.

Baltimore

Isthmus Ward Canal Debate Spurs Government Role

Fragmentary quotation shows debate over government involvement in canal construction. Mentions men on the isthmus and a question of fashion versus policy. No clear dates, places, or names available.

The Difference Between Amusing and Convincing

An advertiser must grasp the distinction between entertaining readers and convincing buyers. Humorous visuals may attract attention but seldom drive sales. clinching, direct copy yields stronger merchant results. Publishers deliver a uniform reader base, while outcomes depend on copy quality and persuasiveness.

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