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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1908
Page
2
Public notice from Antonio Light Publishing Company outlining subscription options by carrier or mail. Details mention managing editor Shirley W Johns, rates, and delivery changes to ensure readers receive both the printed and digital editions.
Publisher's notice informs subscribers of The Light to pay money only to regular authorized collectors and warns against paying others as lawyers are sure to result.
Observers note a marked rise in Texas Democratic Party planning with the San Antonio state committee meeting suggesting secrecy and strategic campaigning. Governors Campbell and Bryan are linked to large vote aims while anti prohibition factions and school book debates stir party unity and voter engagement amid evolving statewide expectations.
Abstracted note shows mining companies near launching an additional scheme to reduce accidents. Main managers believe the plan will lower injury risk and improve safety in the mining industry.
The Lehigh Valley Coal Company plans to launch a mining education program at Lost Creek this month with desks blackboards a reference library and periodicals for workers from veterans to apprentices. The program aims to teach winning from experts and invites all mine workers to attend. An associated railroad plan would route a line from San Antonio to Brownsville via Brownsville and Laredo, potentially influencing nearby routes.
London plans an exclusive American exposition to run May to October next year at Marish Court. The Golden West and American Industrial Exposition will bring all exhibits from the United States. A Lord Mayor led committee will represent London and visit major cities and manufacturing districts to showcase Western growth since 1849 and the 1858 Atlantic cable completion.
Prof Wandraw Wilson of Princeton University told Denver bankers that publicity drives business and trust. He argued banks now advertise to reach both small and large customers, and that advertising the right content ties communities and markets together.
The Fort Worth Telegram notes nearly all interurban stock subscribed and a trade hoard will raise funds to cover survey costs. The piece praises local effort and warns against dependence on others while urging Fort Worth to build its own prosperity and join the board of trade.
An archival note lists Sweden’s famed singer Golid Schmidt born in Stockholm and Swedish heritage, plus Mary J. Holmes a romantic-era writer active in Brockport New York. It also records a 19th century astronomical snippet noting sunset, sunrise, Moon phase and a speculative Mercury appearance.
A historic ad promotes Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a remedy for female troubles. The piece cites Mrs. Ellsworth and Mrs. Boyd, claiming the tonic helped them resume daily work. It urges sick women to write for advice and provides Lynn Mass address.
A large San Antonio crowd heads to Kerrville on the Sap excursion. Judge Noonan selects Grenet property on Altmine plaza for a court site and says no building will be erected on Military plaza. The Kerrville Kerr freight brings three cotton cars. Announced engagement of A Hoeme to Miss Jenninga. Dr B H G Barnitz travels from Boerne. Contractor A Shields wins bid for Fort Sam Houston officers quarters. Pau Wagner moves from former Matropolistan galoon quarters to outfit a large band.
A crowded army car at Avetin and Veath streets yesterday morning slowed as passengers, mainly young women, jostled to board. One man grabbed the car and shouted, another urged patience as the vehicle moved off, causing a roar from the crowd.
Guthrie October 6 Congressman Bird S McGuire has filed an answer in Gov Haskell’s state action. He claims the action is pursued for malice and personal vindictiveness to discredit Oklahoma and the governor. McGuire waives jurisdiction questions and asks trial before election. He asserts if guilty he will be vindicated by court judgment.
An advertisement touts Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a general tonic and stimulant that strengthens nerves heart and circulation. It claims the product prolongs life, improves digestion, boosts strength and vitality, and is endorsed by ministers and doctors as a healthful remedy.
Arkansas shippers protest intrastate freight rate changes effective October 15. R. P. Allen, Arkansas Public Service Commission chairman, condemns the new rates as excessive and harmful to independent oil operators while railroads defend the move as justified.
Corsicana Texas October 6 District Judge Cobb instructed the grand jury to investigate the operations of the alleged cotton seed trust. It is said the charge references an alleged combination of cotton seed men of the state to govern the price of cotton seed.
Maud King and Arline Speaks faced assault claims after a brawl spilling into the street left eye and nose injuries, a knife wound, and claims of threats to kill. Testimony showed conflicting tales with a judge ordering Maud King fined five dollars and Arline Speaks fifteen to split Uncle Jim's funds.
In Carthage Texas Dr R A Paul was found not guilty yesterday afternoon of murder in the Short brothers killing at Center months ago. The case arose after a prior killing at the home of Ghort by Zaero in Short’s employ triggered the events. A pursuing posse from Shelby County entered the premises and a shooting occurred leaving another casualty. The lengthy report also contains unrelated health ad copy for Ballard’s HeRoine liver regulator.
Evening gatherings are listed for Adah Chapter No 49 QE and S Masonie temple, Anton Wenzel lodge No 474 ODH S, Germania lodge No 1056 K and bt of H Pythian de Walle, San Antonio assembly No 78 LA of By Red Men, San Antonio lodge No 4 OG F, Odd Fellows hall, Wetuatthic camp No 29 WCW Woodmen hall, Vineta Sister lodge No 15 OD HW S, Hermann Sons’ hall, Olive grave No 157 VE Ga Woodmen hall, Woman’s Club Book building, Union Labor Meetings in Teates Council hall, Carpenter union No 717, Operative Painters’ International Association No 173 Trades Council hall, all at 7:30 o’clock or 8 o’clock, with various venues including Beethoven hall.
A compilation of building permits listing contractors and project details. Entries include D B Lamberton for an Elmira street barn addition valued at 23 dollars, Manton for a Clifford Court dwelling at 1240, Newton for a longroom on Artington Court at 1250, Robinson for a gallery addition on Sharer street at 40, Leboan for a padlungy on Rehman street at 350, Mrs J L We Trassetti shed on San Pedro avenue at 324, Joae Sustalta fourroom dwelling on South Ruts street at 3500, Maud Mirellet fourroom and second-story addition on Sixth Street at 1350, Williams on Augusta street at 25, P Drought addition on Oakland street at 1006, Brig Day five-room dwelling and shed on Florida street at 37200.
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