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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1908
Page
18
Fragmented OCR text discusses drug trade jargon and suppliers like Beyer Drug Co San Antonio and mentions a special product size race bottle. It appears to tout a quick healing ointment with nonsensical claims and experimental samples.
The Will-Hold group plans a secret annual session at the Manger Hotel on May 20 beginning at 10 o clock. Descendants of colonial sires are expected in the city for the meeting behind closed doors with a formal dinner and elaborate decorations in the Albany colors and colonial design. The event will include a private watch and discussions in the hotel parlors with several notable members and officers named in the program.
The article outlines potential successors to President Diaz as he nears the end of his term in 1910. It names candidates Porfirio Corral, Gen. Bern Reyes, and others, noting Diaz's likely retirement plans and the challenge of selecting a successor without destabilizing the government. It highlights Diaz’s wish to maintain peaceful continuity and observation of foreign relations, especially with the United States, while acknowledging internal debates and factional tensions.
A testimonial from Mrs. Scott of Cleveland Ohio describing severe sciatica with leg swelling and limping. She credits relief to Botanic preparations including a tonic and liniment, claiming pain diminished after using two bottles. The note urges others to try the products for similar relief.
The article notes substantial American investment in Monterey and Nuevo Leon under local governors, detailing a shift from a stagnant town to an industrial hub of about 94 000. It also discusses national presidential politics and the influence of governors on investment policy amid foreign capital interests.
A San Antonio wedding memory unfolds from 30 years ago. General Trevino reportedly attended the ceremony of Miss Ord, daughter of General Ord, with U S and Mexican troops in parade across the Rio Grande. The escort, hospitality, and joint celebration marked a notable display of cross border camaraderie.
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