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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1899
Page
3
Long list of names in letters in San Antonio Texas from a post office record. Includes gents list ladies list and foreign last names with numerous individual entries and scattered notes on a tinning convention in Detroit.
An advertisement proclaims Wine of Cardus highly effective for menstrual disorders, claiming it restores harmony between bodily systems. It cites endorsements from Mrs. August Gosse of Athens Alabama and Mrs. Ed Hayden, noting extensive use by millions and urging immediate treatment with the product and Black-Draught.
Personal endorsements from Ernest Perrin and Lizzie Lester tout Wine of Cardus as a cure for female troubles. Claims include regained mobility after two years illness, improved menstruation, and overall tonic benefits. Product sold in 10 ounce bottles for $1.00 by medicine dealers.
A dated collection of testimonials from women in Texas California and Savannah praising Wine of Cardus as a remedy for female troubles. Annie L Brown from Rockwood states relief after many doctors failed. Mrs F Oakley from Los Angeles says she has used it five years and recommends it to friends. The notices are dated 1898 and 1899 and list addresses.
Letters from Bayou Mississippi and Muscogee I T praise Wine of Cardus and Dr McElree for curing pain in the stomach chest and allowing a laboring woman to walk and work again. Mrs Virginia Hudson and Lucretia Brown report strong relief from suppresssed menstruation after using six bottles.
Messrs Marlin and Zuchl arrange with the Southern Pacific a Sunday May 21 excursion from San Antonio to the Pecos High Bridge. Trip highlights include daylight viewing of the structure, scenic Rio Grande bluffs, and diverse landscapes. Train departs 7 a.m. from San Antonio, arrives 1 38 p.m. at the bridge, returns 4 15 p.m., back to San Antonio by 11 p.m. Round trip fare about $3.50 with tickets at the opera house and Annaet depot. Special basket carry and light refreshments on grounds.
The Palace at 290 E Houston Street launches a first class dining space for gentlemen and business lunches from 11:40 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. Mrs. H. Bushardt owns and operates the new establishment with specialty dishes featured.
A Chicago Journal excerpt mentions an island described as a desirable tract of land surrounded by powder and ghot, noting the unusual phrasing and historical context for the location near San Island, Pennsylvania.
Charles Schridemantez writes from San Antonio Texas about jury service and the oath demanding impartiality. He critiques professional jurors and contemplates contingent fees while defending prudent civic duty and the need for qualified volunteers from the local population.
Taken up and in City Pound on Mat Amoros street on or about May sixth 159%. A brown fennett Spanish brand a sorrel jaex red roan mare bay sila chestnut sorrel brand indescribable. If not redeemed before tale they will be gelded at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at 11 o clock on May 18 1599. W D Druse Marsal G-42-54. Calls on Mrs Blair for baby rabbet diapers Breets shields ayringes.
SADT LIOUSTON'S SON. Is Practicing Law in Okatoma Territory. One of the notable characters in Oklahoma is Temple Houston, a son of Sam Houston, who was president of the Texas Republic. He is a lawyer living in Woodward. He wears long hair, Spanish boots, and a snake-skin necklace. He is a thorough reader with a keen mind, having a mild temper in youth but a tendency to quarrel when drinking. He has risen to be regarded as one of the ablest lawyers in that region. He fought with Albert Jennings, a bandit and outlaw who sought vengeance for a trader killed by Jennings. Jennings’s father was a prominent judge, and Albert later defended desperadoes. Temple Houston became entangled in their schemes and was connected to a train robbery in Indian Territory, leading to a life sentence. Rangers have largely cleaned out the gangs. many people seek balm for tainted fame, with Ablers Buckeye Pile Ointment advertised at local drug stores.
The Harrisburg common council passes an ordinance prohibiting crsting throwing or depositing of bills, cards and other items on highways. Mrs. Grutcher hosts a closing course at Turner Hall on Monday night May 15th.
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