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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1911
Page
1
The testimony discussed the government's access to a memorandum book showing sugar weights and the possibility of penalties. Wickersham said pursuing penalties would have been too controversial, noting a $2,000,009 settlement as the best arrangement. The attorney general denied any agreement blocking criminal prosecution.
William Ir. Schwind of Lincoln Nebraska, a leading colonizer, has planted 20 000 acres along the coast and added 10 000 more. He visits San Antonio at the St Anthony hotel and predicts William J Bryan is gaining strength in Nebraska politics, influencing the choice of the next Democratic presidential candidate. Kelwind and Maher earlier acquired 79 000 acres at Franches near Blessing, driving Nebraskan farmers into Texas with sales in small lots.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a cure forKidney trouble back pain rheumatism and weariness. August Strong of Minneapolis says a 50 cent bottle gave relief and enabled him to work again after weakness and leg trouble. He recommends Swamp Root to friends and asserts its efficacy.
Letter to Dr Bilmer Co Binpuamton N Y promotes Swamp Root kidney tonic with a sample bottle offer. Claims the product will convince and deliver information about kidneys and bladder. Mentions San Antonio Light and a fifty dollar prize note and urges readers to obtain at drug stores.
Soldiers from Gen. Albert Mills command near Galveston break camp at League City for a march to Dumont and Houston. They expect to reach Houston around 1 p.m. and bivouac overnight, resuming march the next day. The force includes 41209 regular soldiers and 250 commissioned officers. A large reception at the Country Club and a major parade through central Houston are planned as part of their return to League City. The journey spans about 22 miles today with four days of maneuvers remaining.
Incipient street car strike in Dallas followed the dismissal of conductors and motormen accused of organizing a local union. After a few minutes out, workers returned to duty as police were deployed with no violence reported. Discharged employees claimed as retaliation for union activity. The company said staff were no longer required.
The Texas Supreme Court ruled against the injunction blocking the Kansas City Mexico Orient railroad from moving its general offices and shops from Sweetwater to San Angelo. The court found the contract with citizens unlawful and allowed eminent domain rights, while also addressing a tax case on gross receipts in Eppstein vs State. Multiple mandamus and civil appeals actions were noted along with numerous submissions and future decisions.
A blast at Elizabeth Street shook a five story tenement early this morning. John Madonna, grocer, and his wife were awakened by the explosion opposite his door on the second floor. No injuries reported, though several tenants escaped serious harm as walls collapsed and debris filled passages. Madonna denied any Black Hand motive and said he had received no threats.
A car was stolen from L. J. Hart’s garage at 120 West Craits street last night. Miaree Black and others recruited friends for a joy ride, using the vehicle until two blocks from the scene, where it was found early today. Entry was forced with a chisel and a wire, causing about 150 in damages. Police report indicate Black and others may have been paid by companions for the ride.
In a page 21 continuation, Oppenheimer urges a full time inspector under military supervision to ensure sanitary conditions. Mayor Celington objects, insisting Dr Arraltz remains in charge and that only a few city inspectors should work without military control. The mayor argues clerks can be watched to assure honesty.
James Cardinal Gibbons will celebrate his golden jubilee and ordination anniversary with tributes at the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore on June 6. Speakers include Chief Justice White, Speaker Canton, ex-President Roosevelt, and Bishop Murray. Amid city debates, officials pledge sanitary grounds and inspections to ensure orderly festivities.
Mrs A of Brentwood Tenn reports severe cough and weakness from neglecting a cold. After trying other remedies with no relief she took Peruna and the cough ceased, strength returned, and she felt healthier than in years. She urges others with similar coughs to try Peruna.
Mayor Callaghan tours a roadside row of lunch counters and frankfurter stands near the reservation, noting limited criminal activity but poor street cleanliness. Probing proprietors claim effort to improve, while Dr Bernstein later assures a city cleaning commitment for future operations.
Morning reports show the city declined to haul garbage from the bowery. Sanitary inspector in Sixth ward said nothing could be done except burning the garbage on the street in a military style. Several garbage piles burned behind establishments and other fires were noted in yards. Some eatery owners say they dispose of waste twice daily by pouring gasoline or oil and lighting it.
Senor Gabriel Garcia entertained friends Don Mijel Quiroga Jr. and Eugene I. Croatica at a luncheon in the St Anthony hotel green room as he plans San Antonio residency. He departs tonight for a extended trip through South America and Mexico to survey his father's interests before returning to reside in San Antonio at HJ Kronberg's studio in St James Hotel Room 7.
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