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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1915
Page
3
An advertisement promotes KO Pikhan's Vernahje Compound as the cure for female health issues tied to childbirth and suffrage. It asserts that women endure pain and nervous symptoms and promises restoration to health through a herbal formula claimed to have helped thousands of American women.
In an alley behind Leanna Street a disturbance erupted involving Moctorn Marsonsitemma Eduardo Herodim and three Mexicans. A police peacekeeper intervened. a fight ensued with assailants. Judge Lowther fined $25 for one offense amid chaotic scene.
Police trace a car theft and arrests after a large auto was recovered at the owner’s home. Detectives Keck and Gong led the case with three suspects detained near Seguin, claiming they bought the vehicle in Corpus from a Mexican. A 1200 Seguin return trip and a late night drive are noted in the police report.
Birth announcements list several families with dates and addresses. Names include Mr. and Mrs. M. Hurnagdes, Darla Ex itel, Mr. pana Mra E A Braun, Galvan, and Mr. Inders. Locations reference Durango Street, Richter Street, Beso Street, Brackenridge Avenue, Wing Winer Street, and other city avenues with May and March 1910 dates.
A San Antonio uproar over $225000 of the DWERT fund for a proposed hospital joint with the county. Aldermen debate whether city authority covers the transfer and how bonds and dedicated funds would be used while county commissioners would bear 26 percent of operating costs. Officials seek clarity on whether the plan truly aims at a separate hospital outside city limits and joint administration.
A fragment discusses amusements and motion pictures featuring a mix of titles and performers including a noted actress and comedians. The text references theater and film programs, with playful phrasing and incomplete names suggesting a newspaper entertainment note or ad list.
The Grand Opera House showcases Chaplin reels with Syd and Charile Ghanlin in distinct Keystone and Essanay comedies. Also featured are Vivi Rich, David Lathgod, and Mary Fichard in a slate of dramas and a Lenore Meredith act, plus Bettie Nansen in a major Royal presentation.
The article notes the Fox Film Corporation production of The Prince directed by J Gordon Edwirda, with a large cast, plus a community meeting and school activities. It details a string of social events including a German Literary Club year-end meeting, a piano recital, a concert for the Grace English Lutheran Church, and plans by Mrs N Sadovsky and others for upcoming visits and entertainments.
Miss Louise Colgate, head of the postal savings department, urges prompt action on United States bonds turning deposits into bonds. Applications should be made within the next day as many have already been received. Deposits on or before June 1 earn interest from July 1. delays past June 2 delay interest until January 1.
A San Antonio morning parade showcased Bludwine a vet summer beverage from Duerlers Manufacturing Co. under the G. D. name Race. Motor trucks and delivery vans carried bottles through the business district as Duerts leaders predicted the six bottle size would set a new fashion for refreshments.
A Black resident identified as Znesre, living at 624 Leigh Street, was struck in the right side just after midnight on Monday. Despite serious injuries he refused medical aid and declined to ride in a police patrol to the hospital. Police responded to gunfire at the scene. the bullet hit the victim while he was prone. The incident is described as stemming from a dispute over a minor matter, with officers pursuing leads and a suspect reportedly identified as a drone operator from Mineree.
In Covington, Kentucky, Mrs. Alex Hubbard describes long fatigue from a run-down condition. After trying various remedies with little effect, she reports improvement after using Vinci tonic, claiming it built up her health and strength and improved her appetite and digestion. Local drugstores and shops advertise the product with a money-back guarantee.
The column reports the engagement of Atelia Grordis to Brantey J. Marks and outlines wedding plans. It lists bridal party members, including Miss Annie Mowntloy as maid of honor and Miss Lowise Chatfield among bridesmaids, plus other attendants and the groomsmen. A linen shower is planned at the Friedrich home with guest invitations and a sale of assorted groceries and fresh meats advertised nearby.
Burial permits list multiple deceased individuals with ages and dates. Entries note Dr Inzephine Wold age 49 died May at Daimie elroet- Mrw and Settle Rave aged 85, pregnancy mentioned for an infant. Additional names include Farnham sb Sears, Aira Nay 32, and Henney Sanitarium. Further records show an Omilerdn Sx aged 67 dying May 2 at 196 Barrere.afrert and a Mare & Muncey crest led on May 4 at Weeth Hospital.
A list of personalities and events appearing in and around San Antonio including Mr. Gootenen of Tyler Texas and others at the Menger Hotel. Mentions include Wina and James Hunter, Mrs Mulvey, Irene Hathar, and The St Anthony. The ad promotes Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic with quinine and iron at 50 cents.
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