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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1912

Page

5

Methodists Profit From Publishing Press in the South

J Arthur Johnson of the Methodist Church South Publishing Co speaks in San Antonio on the growth of a denominational press in Nashville. He notes a large circulation of two and a quarter million across weekly and monthly publications and says advertising aids joining the church. He highlights publishing profits benefiting the general church.

J. Arthur Johnson The Methodist Church, South, Publishing Company of Nashville, Tenn Nashville General Church Conference South Johnson Dallas San Antonio Gunter Hotel

Why Salves Can't Cure Eczema

An old theory of curing eczema through blood is rejected by scientists. Salves clog pores and do not reach the inner skin where germs reside. D. D. D. Prescription oillike mixture penetrates and stops the itch immediately. A trial bottle costs 25 cents with a money back guarantee for full size if not effective. A. M. Fischer.

D.D.D A. M. Fischer Blood Balm Co Philadelphia St. Louis

Fort Sam Houston to Begin War Game Marches

Fort Sam Houston plans regular simulated war marches starting June 8 with Battery A Third Field Artillery first. Troops from Third Cavalry and other batteries will march 60 to 70 miles over three days, then regroup for longer October drills.

Fort Sam Houston Third Field Artillery Third Cavalry War Department Uncle Sam San Antonio Fort Sam House T. W. Hollyday Bracken New Braunfels von Ormy Garza Crossing Mann Crossing Castroville LaCoste

Corbett Headlines Last Vaudeville Run at the Plaza

Amusements of Eve P iS At the Plaza features James J. Corbett ex champion pugilist delivering anecdotes and leading the bill as the season’s final vaudeville act. The Four Fords dance ensemble and the Grecian Naiao dance dazzle, while the Tossing Austins juggle and dance with clean comedy. Ward Baker plays soulful violin, Gordon Eldrich and company stage twenty minutes of laughs with Won by a Leg. The Four Conrads close with acrobatic tumbling.

the Plaza James J. Corbett Plaza Fords Austins Ward Baker Gordon Eldrich Four Conrads

Randolph Real Estate Transfers Across Pecan and Martin Streets

A real estate record shows Arthur L. Tuttle and Mary E. Tuttle selling the Randolph apartment house on Pecan Street to Robert Maverick for 16000 dollars, and Maverick selling Martin Street property to Mary E. Tuttle for 138000 dollars. The same filing notes R. L. Bidson of Hays County buying two land tracts near Lakeview from J. C. Wood of Bee County plus thirty-six acres in San Patricio County and city lots at Matamoros and San Jacinto streets for 7000 dollars.

Arthur L. Tuttle Mary E. Tuttle Robert Maverick Pecan Street Randolph Martin Street R. L. Bidson Hays County J. C. Wood Bee County Lakeview Matamoros San Jacinto Streets San Patricio County

Beatrice Carroll Acquitted in Texas Murder Trial

Beatrice Carroll was acquitted by a district court jury in Victoria Texas in the murder case involving Jennie Williams. The Associated Press reports the verdict was returned this morning.

Beatrice Carroll Associated Press Victoria Tex Jennie Williams

Laredo Men Reach San Antonio En Route To Austin

Lawrence Nelson merchant and Robert Muller onion grower of Laredo arrived in San Antonio today during a six and a half hour overland trip from Laredo. They are en route to Austin for a pleasure jaunt and left for the Capital City this afternoon.

Laredo San Antonio Lawrence Nelson Robert Muller Austin

Western railway deficit reported for state operation

A 1912 report notes a deficit in the state operation of the Western railway with figures indicating financial shortfalls. The article lists losses and discusses potential remedies and future projections.

Western Railway

Sirolin Promises Hope for Consumption Patients

Europe reports Sirolin a remedy from Switzerland winning praise among physicians for treating consumption. It is said to aid digestion, help patients gain weight, and be free from habit forming drugs. The Sirolin Company in New York sells and distributes it through leading druggists.

Switzerland Europe Sirolin Company West Broadway New York City

Record paper price surge hits North America

An across the board 20 to 25 percent rise in all paper types took effect this month in the United States Canada and Mexico. Factories halted quotations and will fill orders at the lowest prices possible as market conditions allow amid cotton crop risks and rising dye and rag costs.

United States Canada Mexico Mississippi Valley

Carriages and Buggies Offered at Low Prices

Staacke Bros offer a large selection of carriages buggies and phaetons at very low prices with a focus on value and variety for shoppers seeking affordable horse drawn vehicles.

Staacke Bros

State Cannot Be Sued In Alamo Case Appeal

Assistant district attorney J F Carl argues in a 50 page brief that the state and its officials in their official capacity cannot be sued. He contends the injunction suit against state officers is improper and will seek advance submission in the San Antonio court.

J. F. Carl Colquitt Alamo Daughters of the Republic of Texas J. L. Camp Car! Atready Fourth Court of Civil Appeals San Antonio Carl

Annual Banquet Honors End of Term at High School

The Ciceronian Literary Society of Main Avenue High School held its annual banquet at Cafe Mexicana to mark term’s end. Principal W. D. Williams was the honored guest and delivered an address with talks from society members.

Ciceronian Literary Society Main Avenue High School Cafe Mexicana W. D. Williams Beethoven Hall Tuing Prine School

San Antonio Gears for Advertising Club Meeting Delegates

San Antonio prepares to host about 1500 delegates of the Associated Advertising Clubs of America on May 26. Daughters of the Republic will guide tours of the Alamo, Carlos Bee to lecture hourly. Trains arrive at 7 AM, breakfast at hotels, then city sightseeing until 12:30 PM lunch, 2:30 PM car rides, al fresco dinner by the San Antonio Express for 1000 guests at the Gunter hotel.

San Antono Associated Advertising Clubs of America Dallas Daughters of the Republic Alamo Carlos Bee The Chamber of Commerce San Antonio Association San Antonio Express Gunter Hotel

Sandoval Case Is Up in Federal Court Again

The Sandoval versus Priest case concerning ownership of an eighty acre tract within city limits is back on the federal court docket. A trespass petition was granted and jury impaneled this morning. The matter promises days of court attention with twelve intervenors and multiple defendants and plaintiffs. Clark and Bliss represent the plaintiffs while Aubrey Guinn and Davis represent Priest Hilderbrand Pfeiffer and others.

Aaste Federal Court Alberto Sandoval Joe Priest Federal District Court Clark and Bliss H. E. Hilderbrand Ida Pfeiffer Aubrey, Guinn and Davis

Grain Dealers Meet Opens Fort Worth Session

The fourteenth annual Texas Grain Dealers’ association convened in Fort Worth with 160 delegates. President J. C. Hunt presided as the executive committee prepared its report and the arbitration committee worked on disputes among Texas dealers.

Texas Association Fort Worth Associated Press Tex Texas Grain Dealers’ Association J. C. Hunt

Hotel Arrivals List From St Anthony With Guests Citywide

A long hotel arrivals list from St Anthony records guests visiting from multiple cities. Names include A W Fawkes Chicago J H Chiles Austin Mrs A L Abrahams New Braunfels and many others with destinations such as Dallas Nashville and New York. The roster spans numerous states and Mexico with extensive geographic reach.

St. Anthony A. W. Fawkes Chicago J. H. Chiles Austin AL. Abrahams New Braunfels E. R. Atwitt Jr Dallas H. C. Evans Louisville P. M. Smith Burlington B.M. Mathers Fort Worth A. W. Barclay New York J. J. Moore A.P. Stoeffier Fernando Annra V. Garza Monterey Mexico D. L Freeman Corpus Christi Gunter C. C. Harten Waynesburg Hal Cochran J. R. Waltenets St. Louis Johnnon A. M. Moors R. Y. Smith Nashville Tenn J. Arthur Johnson Mex L. R. Darber Denver Colo George Rinehart Guadalajara B. D. Singleton Buffalo N. Y Charles K. Hawthorne and Family Newport News B. D. Bell Roswell N. M Fowler Goliad Cunnfer Houston W. R. Thorne

Staacke Bros Offer Delivery Wagons in San Antonio

Staacke Bros advertise a line of delivery wagons available in San Antonio. The notice highlights durable builds and practical options for merchants seeking reliable transportation.

Staacke Bros San Antonio

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