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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1908
Page
17
Native bird migration peaks as study by Marlatt highlights crop damage from pests. Entomology reports, Audubon efforts, and school interest push ornithology, with experts noting birds control pests and aid farming. A Cleveland road race plan also advances with cycling clubs funding prizes.
A schedule of notable events for the coming week includes Norway Independence Day observances and Spain’s King Alfonso's 22nd birthday. Battleship readiness, multiple state and national conventions, and international conferences span Chicago New York and Tampa areas with political, educational, religious and cultural gatherings. Key figures include Jared Sanders’s Louisiana gubernatorial inauguration and President Taft’s anticipated Tennessee Bar address.
The seventh annual convention of the National Association of Piano Dealers of America will be held at the Hotel Astor in New York City on June 8, 9 and 10. About 1200 to 1600 dealers from across the United States are expected, with discussions over old instruments, trade practices, and relations between manufacturers and retailers.
The county commissioners postponed the planned investigating trip to the poor farm until Monday after failing to complete minutes. They ordered four road drags for Goliad Sutherland Springs and precinct No 1, and directed the auditor to supply items for the upcoming good roads election. The clerk was instructed to issue notices to the sheriff for posting. An order set presiding officers for election precincts.
The high school graduates work hard on the commencement program. Prof L D Daggett drills the chorus and Miss Tithe Johnston leads the literary program. The senior class presents a parting gift to the school as Dr A G Bilis of the University is mentioned.
Br Ellis, a regular guest at the high school, and Prof G A Arnold from Milamsehorad visited last week. Arnold took seventh and eighth graders to Holmgreen’s foundry to observe a demonstration in iron casting and work in casting.
Antonio Alonzo and Jesusla Rodriguez and Pedro Morales and Petti Gonzales have been listed for marriage licenses by the county clerk's office.
A San Antonio promotion extols Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy for back pain kidney disorders and diabetes. Testimonial by W N Cook claims relief after using one box from Baxar Drug Co and praise for Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as U S sole agents.
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