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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1907

Page

5

Freight congestion prompts business group bid for rail facilities

A secret meeting of the Merchants and Manufacturers League, backed by the Business Men's Club, formed a committee led by Jake Wolt to press for new railroad facilities to relieve Southern Pacific yard congestion. The city council may be excluded. a protest over new track placement near Sixth Ward persists amid safety concerns and potential viaduct plans.

Southern Pacific Yards Jobbers and Manufacturers League Dirst Sonthern Pacific Yards Business Men's Club Jake Wolt Charles Qraehner G Glesecks D. Price W. J. Morrison BT. Cafferelli S. B. Weller New Braunfels Avenue

Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills claim quick headache relief

A customer testimonial from Louis Legillyn of Trowell South Dakota praises Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills for rapid headache relief. The ad notes 95 doses per package for 25 cents and encourages readers to ask their druggist. Miles Medical Co offers money back on unused packages.

Miles Frank Bnyder Kiev Louis Leqillyn Trowell South Dakota Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind

Schumacher 10 Heads the Eagles Order in San Antonio

Nominations for 1698 officers of San Antonio Aerie No. 70 Fraternal Order of Eagles were set at a secular meeting last night and will be approved at the next regional gathering. Nominators listed I Schumacher as worthy president and other officers including McDevitt, Camp, Soufi, Etre, Henesy, Hickox, Ketch, and Bergman with Dr Harrison as physician. Also mentions urban dealer touting Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup and its claimed health benefits.

San Antonio Aeria No Order of Eagles I. Schmacher Worthy John P. McDevitt Worthy Insident W.N. Camp W. BP. Soufsi I. Ee Mike Henesy G. BE Hickox Outer Guard Kuhimen Richard Ketch Nk Bergman Dr. Harrison Aerie Phyalelan Tiavrizon

Spirit of the Day Saves 2 From Jail

On Thanksgiving morning two men Bill Rinse and Dave Talley faced charges in West Commerce street court. Assistant City Attorney Garza asserted the case while the judge considered the evidence. Both were discharged after a motion for a plea and a note of thanks for the holiday.

Bill Rinse Dave Talley Arin Oharige Rubigis Commerce Street Garza Iwa Rieti Turkey Wanegol Jude Runkley

Texans Plan Bear Hunt in Santa Rosa Mountains

A Texas hunting party led by Dowe will venture into the Santa Rosa mountains to pursue bear near a railroad, aiming for a rugged trek without expert guides. The expedition includes Col lector Rowe, Grell A. Lyn, and others, seeking thrilling stories upon return. President Roosevelt is not expected to approve the hunt.

Re W Menos Barle Mina Santa Rose Mountains Telnario Boul T. Myer Department of Texas Grell A. Lyn Republican Atce Inive M. Qoombeinier Rowe Trousevelt

One Way, Ouston Past

A fragmentary historical note shows dialogue about a drinker and whisky purchases. It mentions finding two new kinds of paloon and charging for lunch while placing whiskey on the free lunch counter. The tone is local and rough, reflecting social concerns over drinking and public spending.

Ouston

High Court Acts In Seven Cases

Seven decisions handed down by the High Court in four civil appeals from Bexar and nearby counties. Reversed and remanded in some matters while others were affirmed or modified, including City of San Antonio v Rowley and United States Gypsum Co. v Shields. Other cases involved injunctive actions and disputes over property and contracts.

Fourth Court of Civil Appeals City of San Antonio E. M. Rowley Bexar County James H. French Bradlyn Avenue Dallas Street Nellwax Charles Bamberger Allen Et al Chrles Rawerberger James High Court Memphis Coffin Company Randolph Patton Liberty Burkitt & Barnes L. Miller Rom Ormage United States Gypeunt Rompany PT. Shields, Foul Bexa

Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges Promise Quick Stomach Purity

Illustrated advertisement claims charcoal lozenges absorb gas and impurities, improving appetite and breath. It touts quick relief from bloating, says one or two lozenges after meals stop gas and sour tastes, and offers free samples from B A Brant Co at 200 Stuart Blair, Marshall, Michigan.

Stuart Beleh Tom Stuarl B.A. Branvt Co Stuarl Blair, Marshall, Mich

Ante Pass Law Not For Corpses

Special to The Light Austin Tex Nov 28 The Texas Railroad Commissioner Colquitt held that a dead body of a railroad employee may be transported free of the antipass law despite the attorney general opinion He says the corpse is the employee ownership and can be moved without charge and advised General Manager Allen by wire after addressing a letter about his decision Support from the Baker Botts Parker Gav Wood firm is noted as confirming his view

Austin Tex Colquit Tudey Texas Colquitt Allen Witeloner Colquitt Storey Alty Creo al Chi Baker, Botts, Parker & Gav Wood

Priscilla Jane and the Cold Furnace Courtship

A fragmentary verse piece laments a chilly home scene as a furnace fails and Priscilla Jane weeps. It portrays a farmer narrator hearing a cold draft at the door and fearing winter hardships. Commerce atttend J.T. Bursett & Go. Undertakers.

Puck Priscilla Jane Antayma Dane Priscilla Jane

Insurance Licensing Bar To Some Texas Insurers

Special to Thaelight Austin Tex Nov 28 Insurance Commissioner Loye announced that he will refuse to issue licenses to any insurer already operating in Texas or seeking entry that uses abusive or speculative practices. He said he is notifying all companies doing business or seeking to do business in Texas by letter.

Thaelight Austin Tex Insuran Commissionen Loye Today Toxus Isivaime All Companies Texag Geornetown

Weeping Willow Hat Feathers Used In Mysterious Workroom Craft

A London item describes a Weeping Willow Hat ornament created from pheasant and other bird feathers. The process involves a workroom setup with sharp tools, skeletons formed, and feathers dyed blue and bishop’s purple while arranged to droop like willow branches. The piece is highlighted by central depressions and deliberate plumes touching all parts of the hat.

London Tally Mall

Thumping Headaches Prompt Potent Kidney Pills Claim

San Antonio readers hear a testimonial about Dean's Kidney Pills claimed to cure kidney trouble and headaches. Mrs. J T Howman of San Antonio praises relief after using the product sold at Box Drug Store with price listed, urging others to remember the name Dorner and avoid offers.

San Antonio Dean J.T. Howman Sherman Strest San Atlandis Pexas Tiona Rowtin Tom Rolleh Buffalo

Hotel Guest Ends Life in Airvilla Hotel Dallas

A H Cooney said to be from Decatur Alabama shot himself at the Airvilla hotel in Dallas ending his life. He had been employed briefly at downtown eateries and had been lodging at the hotel for several days.

Dallas Tex A. H. Cooney Decatur Airvilla Hotel

Evolution in Literature Pek Modern Literature Gent Firet Epigram

Fragmentary OCR notes discuss evolution in literature and a televised epigram. The text mentions writing, novels, and advertising, suggesting a discussion of literary forms and media influence. Names or precise details are unclear.

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