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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1908
Page
1
A San Antonio physician warns that spring brings widespread illness among children. He notes stomach and intestinal disorders from prudent eating and impure water, recommending Water brands like Woodward Vichy to restore digestion and hydration while cautioning mothers to protect vulnerable youngsters.
The convention at Fort Worth re elected B K James of San Antonio as governor of the United Commercial Travelers. J M Alar of this city spoke in welcome and officers listed include lieutenant governor S H W Green, chief justice J M Allardyce, secretary BE Brock, adjutant general J A Ballard, captain F Villareal, attorney Renvial, sheriff N Griffith, and records and revenue head W L P Gilbert.
Fragmentary text shows characters discussing a plan called the wlow combustion, mentions Slocum and Mr. Bustiog, and references a Chicago Teibuna attendant guiding someone through a mimetire at an unspecified location.
The council passed seven ordinances on Houston Street utilities requiring San Antonio Gas & Electric to place all wires underground between Nacogdoches and Santa Rosa by June 1 to be completed by October 1, with overhead removals by November 1. Similar mandates targeted the Western Union and Southwestern Telephone lines, while officials investigated unauthorized private sewers. A cemetery prohibition ordinance and other minor matters were also addressed.
A Providence of obscure editorials notes Florence Nightingale’s recognition by the king of England and forthcoming London honor. It recalls her Crimea service with 84 nurses starting October 21, 1854, and the 40,400 pound testimonial fund. Mention then shifts to Nightingale’s colleagues, veterans of the Mutiny, and aging former helpers like Mrs Eilen Butler and Nurse Langley, ending with reflections on their fates and poverty.
The Houston street bridge over the San Antonio river was the focus of a city council meeting where the plan to widen and lower the bridge on the south side and extend Musidowsite was reviewed. Aldermen and property owners expressed approval as plans were refined, with bids for replacement but still awaiting final adjustments before work starts.
An OCR fragment notes changes to a local automobile line linking South Floresca with Terrella, mentioning a trip length limit of 20 minutes, a 40 cent fare on a Mund trip, and special trips after BD upon phone request. Details are garbled and partially illegible.
A humorous vignette from San Antonio features Mrs Brush and Too observing residents as a craftsman discusses plans and decor. In a playful scene Mr Cane and Mr Cobbs evaluate a barber shop and the crowd debates preferred items, concluding with a quip about shaving time.
Reading of a creditor assignment filed in New Orleans shows Alamo National Bank as creditor to Guaranty de Caghargs Thaltion enton house with headquarters in New Cre We and branches in Waco and New Orleans. The schedule lists assets of 76,384 dollars and total assets of 114,857 dollars. the Alamo Nations bank holds 6,692 dollars.
Feliciano Lopez petitions for divorce from Jogrepha de Lopez citing marriage on March 16, 19xx and separation since 16. The complaint alleges incompatibility and the wife denies fault. Court action proceeds under the state district docket.
The county court schedules barber case settings for next week. many defendants remain absent or unready as prosecutors complain the preparatory work was not completed. Assistant County Attorney Lewis notes readiness issues as the criminal jury was dismissed May 13, with only a few cases to be heard in the first two days.
A lively call to vote for prohibition rises from Houston amid festive cries and slogan filled chatter. The odd phrase about McDonald’s and Bible pictures appears as a garbled fragment in a lively but unclear ad style.
Attorney Greenley paid the maximum bond for Arthur Mackey after Mackey jumped bail and was arrested last week. Greenley had posted a $40 bond for Mackey, who faced a court hearing next, while prosecutors Garza and Buckley pressed for the maximum penalty, which Greenley satisfied.
Birth announcements report a daughter for Mr and Mrs B Biggs of 916 North Walnut. a daughter for Mr and Mrs Wen G Beck of 615 North Pinto Street. a daughter for Mr and Mrs Paul Velaya of 312 Santa Claus Streets. and a newborn for Captain and Mrs A W Manus of West End.
Hundreds gathered for Peacock Military School commencement exercises last night featuring a long program of demonstrations. The event showcased music, dancing, boxing, wrestling, and a variety of athletic displays under Physical Director W J Tile, with several alumni receiving diplomas and awards in a lively, ceremonial atmosphere.
Details list Anita Minos nine months Mary Paul fourteen days at St Jo Leah's orphanage as malnutrition and neglect Bloranca Palacixoys 147 202 Guaitalipo Street Luherey losts appears in the record with burials and related notices
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