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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1911
Page
7
Augusta Chronicle report on May 12 says seven liquor prohibition cases in the Superior Court yielded five acquittals and two mistrials. Judge Henry Hammond laments the liquor problem and notes juries favor practical fairness over strict law, with licenses and money shaping enforcement.
Col Oscar C Guessaz of the Bexar County Anti Prohibition Association reports a communication from Jake Wolters, Texas anti prohibition chair, announcing a June 5 rally in Fort Worth. He seeks reduced excursion rates from San Antonio and nearby sections, with Katy and International Great Northern likely offering a week long rate and a one day rate for rally attendees. Guessaz estimates several thousand San Antonio area attendees will travel, requiring multiple special trains.
An advertisement explains that plasma in blood aids healing and that impurities in the blood prevent recovery from sores. It promotes S S S as a natural blood purifier that penetrates the bloodstream, removes morbid matter, builds new flesh, and aids complete healing, with a note about obtaining the product from drug stores.
The will of Hugh Burns dated March 8 1909 and proven after his death March 11 1911 outlines a 1 020 894 dollar estate. It provides for six children Mary Clifford Burns and Thomas Edward Burns as executors with specific land allocations and a five year residuary hold. Thomas Edward Burns receives 5000 dollars for estate management and Mrs Burns shares are to be held in trust until age 80.
Seventy two young men appeared before the board of pharmacy yesterday for examinations in various branches. Two exams were given yesterday with more to follow today. The session at the International club rooms marks the first meeting of the newly appointed board by Governor Colquitt. The next meeting is scheduled in Dallas on June 21. Board members include W. F. Robertson, John A. Weeks, H. C. Jackson, H. V. Schumann, J. R. Crittenden, H. R. Walker secretary, all from Texas towns. List of examinees follows with numerous names including Co. B. Powelek, L. R. Buderick, R. J. Breaux, and many others.
Clifton Wilbur Burney and Miss Leslie Wade Richardson were married May 14 at the Richardson home in Center Point. Rev. J M Streator officiated. The couple left for a short wedding trip to San Antonio and will reside at Center Point after May 22.
A local branch of the Texas State Humane Society was organized last night in Dr. B F Kingsleys office after the removal of headquarters from San Antonio to Austin. Officers elected include President Dr B F Kingsley and several vice presidents, secretary Miss Margarette Olive Jordan and treasurer, with an advisory committee to represent each city ward. Reports may be sent to the society offices at any time.
Dr. Sarah F. Heidemann, osteopath at Gibbs Building, lists a new residential phone 3055 blue.
A San Antonio Real Estate Exchange board meeting considered new membership applications. Three new members were admitted: John B. Sweet, Lyons Bros. Co., and the Texas Title Co. The homeseekers rate committee reported on plans to keep current Texas rates in effect.
A 20 member Mexican Red Cross group led by Dr Francisco Gomez passed through San Antonio on the Southern Pacific en route to northern Mexico. The delegation said further expeditions are forming and would pass through regularly to assist in field operations amid ongoing peace negotiations and resumption of fighting.
Illinois Central plans to open an office in San Antonio within thirty days with a traveling freight and passenger agent in charge. The exact appointee is not yet known but rumored to be from Kentucky. Visiting executives Bowes Hatch Longstreet noted San Antonio's value and confirmed the move.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic promises strong relief without a bitter taste. It dissolves in stomach acids rather than in the mouth, making it suitable for both children and adults. The product, touted as the original tasteless chill tonic for 30 years, is priced at 60 cents.
President Taft addressed a Jewish temple audience in Washington endorsing a memorial for Haym Salomon who financed the American Revolution. He cited the duty of US leaders to support religions under the flag as applause rose. Rev Dr Madison Peters recounted Salomon’s loan of over 650000 with no repayment to him or heirs.
Four Woodmen camps in San Antonio discuss postponing this year’s joint picnic due to Landa’s Park closure in New Braunfels and lack of a suitable site. A sub committee will seek a location such as Sutherland Springs or San Pedro Park. no decision for several days.
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