Plan 10 Force Sidewalk Building
The Starr Heights Improvement Club led by Hugh B. Rice plans to seek adoption of an ordinance to let the city compel sidewalk construction and lien abutting property for costs. The group aims to connect Houston street through Starr street and extend the main business thoroughfare from city limits to city limits, reporting progress while some residents resist laying walks.
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Improvement Club
Starr Heights
Houston Street
Starr Street
Sherman Pioneer Dead in Sherman Texas
S E Wright pioneer of Sherman died at his home today. He leaves a widow four daughters and a son as survivors.
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Sherman, Tex
S. E. Wright
Sherman
Tee
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Teething Relief Ad
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for mothers and children. It claims gentle action on teething pain gums wind colic and diarrhea with no harm and urges buyers to ask for the product by name at twenty five cents.
Fair midway to be habitat of oddities at San Antonio fair
Secretary Vance of the fair association is assembling a vast midway of freaks and curiosities for the Riverside park event. The lineup includes the Samar Twins with two heads and four arms, a mermaid, Wild Rose, Australian Princess, Volto the electrical man, Trixie the 400 pounder, four diving girls, trained dogs and ponies, Iroquois Indians, a Texas snakes den, an Indian magician, and Orientally framed attractions.
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Riverside Park
Vance
San Antonio
Samar
Wild Rose
Volto
Trixie
India
Orient
Drivers Seek Flat Rate for Wedding Carriages
In New Orleans on October 16 the carriage drivers union adopted a demand for a flat $2.50 per load for weddings and funerals, replacing the existing $2 a day. Regular drivers earn $12 weekly. the new scale proposes $15. The union says undertakers raised prices to the public and plans to consolidate stables in downtown and uptown districts.
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Associated Press
New Orleans
Union
Thaw release unlikely before January says official
Persist ent reports that Harry Thaw may be freed from Matteawan asylum within three months are denied by Dr. James V. May superintendent. He states Thaw will not be released before January 1 or for some time after. He would not comment on Thaw sanitation.
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Newburg
N. Y
Harry Thaw
Matteawan Asylum
James V. May
Thaw
May
Court of Criminal Appeals May Decide Gray Wolters Case
The Court of Criminal Appeals may issue a ruling on the Gray and Wolters contempt cases next Wednesday, regular opinion day, as Austin reports tentative action in the pending matter.
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Court of Criminal Appeals
Gray-Wolters
Austin
Tex
Gray
Court weighs case phases as decision nears
The court reviews every phase of the case and hints at possible appeal to the United States Supreme Court under the personal liberty clause of the Bill of Rights if the relators lose.
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Cision
United States Supreme Court
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Advertised For Wind On The Stomach
A detailed promotion for Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claiming to treat flatulence and general stomach distress. The copy touts gas reduction, improved digestion, and energy, with a free trial offer and a recommended retail price of 50 cents a box. It cites a long history of experimentation and broad doctor use, urging readers to request a free trial package before purchasing.
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Stuart
F. A. Stuart Co
Stuart Building
Marshall, Michigan
Pearson Denies Sale Rumors Tied to Mexican Oil
Hon Weetman Pearson son of Lord Cowdray and Sussex MP says reports that his father negotiates sale of oil fields and concessions in Mexico are unfounded. He notes his Mexico trip concerns Vera Cruz Land and Cattle and says talks of Madero prosecuting Pearson companies are exaggerated.
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Associated Press
New Orleans
Weetman Harold Miller Pearson
Lord Cowdray
Sussex
Mexico
Texas Oil Company
Gates
Pearson
Mr. Pearson
United States
England
Texas Company
John W. Gates
Vera Cruz Land and Cattle Company
Gregory
Texas
Sacred concert leads to arrest in Asheville
In Asheville on Sunday, Creatore the Italian bandmaster and theater manager George W Bailey were issued warrants for violating North Carolina Sunday laws. The concert featured Meyerbeer Prophet Handel Hallelujah and Benedictus. About 60 band members were to be prosecuted, but police narrowed to two after difficulties identifying musicians. Each person faces a $1 penalty.
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Associated Press
Asheville
N. C
Meyerbeer
Handel
Gounod
Creatore
George W. Bailey
North Carolina
Plan memorial for late Justice Harlan in Washington
Plans to erect a great Presbyterian temple in honor of the late Justice Harlan of the United States Supreme Court are under consideration in Washington. It is suggested that one million dollars be raised by subscription.
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Associated Press
Washington
Justice Harlan
Supreme Court of the United States
Presbyterians Plan Memorial Temple for Justice Harlan
Throughout the country efforts aim to build a temple as a meeting place for the church’s governing body. Supporters here propose a memorial to the distinguished jurist Justice Harlan by combining the temple project with his commemorative tribute.
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Justice Harlan
One Dollar Hall's Wonder Promise Kidney Relief
Advertisement claims a one dollar bottle of Hall's Texas Wonder provides a 60 day treatment that cures kidney bladder or rheumatic trouble with quick lasting relief. Testimonials available. Dr E W Hall listed at 2926 Olive St St Louis MO. sold by druggists.
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Hall
E. W. Hall
Olive St. St. Louis
Oysters on Half Shell at Saratoga Restaurant
A brief note directs patrons to enjoy oysters on half shell at the Saratoga Restaurant. The item highlights a seafood offering and specifies the venue as the destination.
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Saratoga Restaurant
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