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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1908
Page
8
A newspaper notice promotes a tonic claimed to cure rheumatism by cleansing and strengthening the kidneys and bladder. It lists Extract Dandelion Karen and Syrup of Sarsaparia as ingredients, advises a teaspoonful after meals and at bedtime, and pledges rapid relief from backache and urinary symptoms.
Chicago reports a new idea that pig squeals have commercial value equal to ham and loin cuts. A newsman at the stockyards plans a pictorial slide titled A Day we Visit Stock Yards while filming and recording sounds from pens.
November report from Chicago notes three men Solingen Basnuel Tussell and Petey Munth drowned when their boat overturned while fishing in Fox Lake. The incident occurred during a lake outing near Fox Lake. Further details pending official casualty records.
Fire beneath a trestle near Kenney in Spofford area started when boys tried to smoke out a bee hive under the structure. The blaze damaged a pliant trestle on the Southern Pacific line, interrupting traffic for a time. Crews erected a temporary span to resume service while repairs continue. passenger and westbound trains were delayed.
Josee C Wheeler editor of the Brownsville Herald died Friday morning after a period of ill health. He was a frequent San Antonio visitor and led local Democratic party efforts in Cameron County. Myra Wheeler previously ran the Herald in Brownsville and was active in boundary region affairs.
King Edward VI would be 67 today and the Texas British association plans a Nedmen's hall Soledad street celebration this evening with a special program. Members invite friends to attend. Mr and Mrs Joseph Shyla return from a Dallas fair trip.
The orphans Thanksgiving turkey fund is nearing its close as prep for the dinner begins. County Judge Shook appointed a committee including Mrs. Eli Hernzberg, Mrs. Paschal, Mrs. Robbing, Mrs. Wurzbach, and Myra Edward Dwyer to organize in San Antonio. They have invited other interested ladies to participate.
In Pueblo Colorado Gowen Smith twenty seven, a clerk, was shot through the heart and killed by his roommate Albert Kennard. Kennard claims the gun fired accidentally while he tried to wake Smith by poking him with the revolver’s muzzle. Kennard is in custody.
A reader letter questions police pay and conduct, disputing motives behind actions. The writer mockingly accuses officers of Ridicule and failure to catch burglars, claiming a store was burglarized without progress. Signed by D JOCUIMSN of 211 Aycoue D.
The San Antonio Seleniiic Society set for tomorrow night in the Stevens building rooms will feature a talk on the Communicability and Virulence of Tuberculosis In South Texas by Fred G Matthews M D V M and a paper by Bernard Mackensen B S on the Work of the Delegation for the Adoption of an International Language. Free tickets to new members may be requested at the secretary's office.
Ad touts Vinol as a tonic combining cod liver oil and iron for chronic coughs colds and bronchitis. Testimonials from A H Wilde of Minneapolis and an unnamed St Paul reader claim complete relief after using Vinol. The tonic is described as palatable and a strong builder for elderly, children and weak individuals, with availability in San Antonio via A M Fischer Druggest.
A litter of pups bitten by a rabid mother led to multiple hospital cases in Chicago with one child dead. Twelve year old Peever Grosse died after infection from the pups. Families from Terre Haute and nearby areas sought Pasteur Institute treatment for bites and rabies concerns.
The International Show Association of Chicago announces a major horse show with big features on December 7, 9 and 10. A total of $75,000 will be distributed by the judges as awards.
Description by ranch superintendent Z Douglas to H S Johnson of the U S Geological Survey details a cloudburst from Crandburnt Canyon into San Hmlgdie Canyon about eight miles above the ranch. A dust cloud accompanied by drifting rocks and a wall of water spread 200 yards wide, with successive waves carrying heavy debris, finally halting at the canyon’s full width. A specific rock slab near San Joaquin Valley measures about 8 feet high, 16 feet long, and 12 feet wide, transported by the surge.
A feature on two French artists whose miniature ceramic figures for table decor are praised for motion and lightness. Photographs on the page show dynamic ballet inspired poses, illustrating a graceful, dramatic moment in an affordable, gallery-like display.
A meeting at Beethoven hall next Friday night, called by Prof. T. B H. Wolfe, will hear his proposal to establish a trades school in San Antonio. Wolfe outlines plans to launch the school if encouraged, arguing skill is essential for national economic needs.
Kermit Roosevelt, Harvard freshman and son of President Roosevelt, volunteered to entertain sailors at Charles Town Sailors Haven. He stood at the door to usher them in and take part in activities, saying he believes many in college will engage in charitable work despite busy schedules. He was introduced to Superintendent King and spent time with the sailors playing chess and checkers.
New York Nov 1 General Leonard Wood after long absence due to service in the Philippines and as observer of European armies is due today to assume command of the department of the east succeeding Major General Grant. He will arrive on the Holland American LINE steamer from Boulogne and be greeted by staff at Governors Island with officers and their wives invited to the officers club.
Washington. Nov. ?—The Episcopal diocese of Washington will meet Tuesday for the fourth time in four months to elect a bishop. The office left vacant by the death of Bishop Satterly was twice declined by Bishop Charles H. Brent of the Philippines, and once refused by Dr. Alexander Mann of Boston. Among the candidates named for the bishopric is Dr. James R. Winithester of Memphis Tennessee.
Easton, Pa. Nov 9 Fang Yutdoulia a Japanese woman who renounced her idols and joined a Presbyterian church was found dead yesterday afternoon in the cellar of a house she and her husband cared for. A deep knife wound in the throat was reported. Her husband Yano Yutsumia was arrested though police acknowledge no direct evidence. The husband denies the act, claiming she died by her own hand. Mrs Jake Cohen of Waelder is mentioned in connection with Maverick.
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