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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1908
Page
5
A runaway incident on Yibor Street left Stave Czerneck badly injured as his wagon wheel passed over him. The damaged wagon and the masked font report reflect a chaotic scene. Police Chief Niland, visiting from Corpus Christi, met locals at the Sea Antonio fair.
Fragmented OCR text shows an advertisement listing books and prices, mentioning United Punt paid $1.00 and a request to send for chanta. The readable elements reference Central Book Co building in Rockville Centre New York and various disjointed titles.
H Hari a court clerk arrived on the Alamo special yesterday and went west awaiting the Del Rio party.
DP J S Lankford returns and the undersigned declare they are the only employing painters and powerhangers who employ Done but members of Local 173 and 739 in their work and deserve support. Theo H Banks 1208 North Flores W J Singleton 512 North Mesquite M J Farrer 234 Baker DISTRICT COUNCIL No 39 B of PLD and P H of AL.
E Garcia wife and two daughters from Laredo arrived in San Antonio yesterday and will stay a week visiting the fair. Gar is a well known cattleman and a frequent visitor to the city. He said last night that this year's live stock show is far superior to previous fairs.
TF Harner, representative of the Minin Bailey shows, registered as the gentl e arm Ma Parkoe leads for Ward 13. They discuss ring features and other matters as the circus prepares to appear here on the 10th.
A Waterworks crew worked on a new well twelve feet north of an earlier bore after removing a ground pipe. Milam Lodge No. 2 Ancient Order of United Workers plans a fiftieth anniversary celebration with a Turner ball and dance, featuring The Avtzt orchestra.
Report of Harry Baker linked with the Sap ratwax at Corpus Chi Raker attending a fair with excursionists from Qerpus Cluistt to Sip and Rockport yesterday. Baker previously resided in Lhis.
Patient notes describe a physician scientist Guy Clifford Powell promising a wondrous cure for deafness and head noises. The ad claims dramatic, lasting relief without cost or location constraints and urges readers to write for free information from an address in Peru, Michigan.
After a brief city visit that included a fair, Captain B. R. W. Gowe, collector of etsota at Eagle Pass, returned west yesterday. Dowe attracted attention at Sunset depot, where several people said he bore a striking resemblance to Theodore Roosevelt.
The installation of officers will occur at the regular meeting held at Redmen's Hall 112 Soledad Street Monday night at o'clock. A musical program and other attractions are planned. Visitors are invited.
Anton Wenzel lodge No 174 D D H S members plan a celebration Tuesday night October 8 at 8 40 o clock at Pant Machi's hall on the corner of Market and Navara streets with an interesting program noted for the occasion.
Lalns lodge No 89 appoints O Woodman chair, PF Shermin and G Riches as a committee of three to arrange a banquet in early November to celebrate the lodge’s fiftieth anniversary, outlining plans and responsibilities for the event.
Import shipments of fresh Mexican limes reach Austin and surrounding area amid inquiries into freshness and handling quality. The fruit’s origin is traced to Mexico and authorities examine consignments to ensure proper labeling and supply for the trade.
A chase from early morning ends with Binglar eluding Officer Volvenan WN Meera near Alamo diva and Crockett street. The suspect, tied to a break in at Max HB Mayer offices, fled through an alley toward the Grand Opera. Window glass and a pane were noted at the scene.
Corey, president of the United Salus tee, and Myre Colling, formerly Mabelle Gitman, arrived in Chicago today with a party en route to a shooting retreat at Ironwind, Michigan. Optimistic about the business outlook, Mrs. Conrey also enjoyed the trip, hosting a bridge whist and planning future acts. Hood's Sarsaparilla is praised for blood purification.
Funeral services are set for Mrs. Elisa beth Templeman Vander Hoeven, aged 68, widow of Dee T Templeman Vander Hoeven. A rosary or visitation will be held at 317 Madison Street with a later service at St Joseph's, 4:30 PM, in Sydney. Attendees urged to be present.
Funeral notice for Ragna Olsen indicates services at 3:30 PM from residence at 416 Peroida atroce. Event appears from a distressed OCR fragment with garbled address and name spellings.
The Rap family expresses heartfelt gratitude to friends and neighbors for kindness shown during the bereavement and death of their beloved son and brother George Rap. They thank supporters for floral offerings and expressions of sympathy and for standing by them in their loss.
Quentin J. Corley, a Dallas attorney, won the Democratic nomination for justice of the peace in precinct No. 1, Dallas County. Corley, who lost both arms in a railway accident, told reporters how he uses his hook and teeth to perform tasks, illustrating his determination and adaptability. He noted his travel from New York to San Antonio and his exposure to the press in the Wakding office.
The state board of education adopted an order requiring book contractors to change with users over old books if purchased for the scholastic year. The order aims to regulate handling of obsolete volumes and ensure updated texts are supplied for students in Austin Texas.
Hearst Laased Wire reports 44 year old Morris, a Mos cow prominent merchant and recently elected cashier of the Bank at Moine, died by suicide after alleged enemy interference. His Methodist Sunday school role and a troubled bond matter are noted.
Local listings advertise inexpensive cigars and culinary items amid inflated phonies. Readers warned of counterfeit products and misleading prices at a new West Commerce location guided by Anz Lit laren and Mano Coq.
A jury in Clarksville Tennessee found defendants guilty of murder in the second degree in the Gardner Hunt case. The verdict fixes a ten year term in the penitentiary. The case had stalled for 27 days amid heightened tension from the alleged night riding group.
Special to The Light Carthage ex October The die of Dr R A Pau i charged with the murder of 63 Short at Cetin went to the jury late tonight The fastest rather problematical Thus trial attracted wide attention in east Taxary when the parties are prominent
A Houston man reportedly caused a runaway horses scene on Main Street, wrecking a gas exposure hazard as the animal team dashed through the area. Police or bystanders restrained the situation after the rider was injured.
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