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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1908
Page
7
Livermore California mother Mia Tyson writes that her five year old daughter struggled with appetite and fatigue before using Vinol, a cod liver oil extract beverage. She reports rapid flesh gain and improved energy after starting the product sold by A M Fischer in San Antonio.
A tornado struck Tecumcari New Mexico last night killing one person and injuring twelve. J Owens residence was destroyed by a collapsed structure. his daughter died and his wife and 12 year old son were badly hurt. Many homes windmills and outbuildings were demolished across the area.
Frederick D. Bader Sr 66 of San Antonio died at home 1004 South Presa after a six month illness. He served with the United States government Army commissary, deputy sheriff duties, and later health limited activity. Survived by wife, son Frederick Jr, two daughters, sister in Germany, and seven grandchildren. Funeral Wednesday at 4 p.m. from the late home under Lodge No. New O. F. of which he was a member.
Nuns pupils and many friends gathered in the Ursuline convent chapel on Augusta street for a high mass in honor of St Ursula patron saint of the order. Father Nidon preached on St Ursula's history and the order's 400 year tradition, followed by a pupil program in the assembly hall featuring many students and a music and literature program. In a separate notice, Mrs Katie Stanush 26 dies after a five year city residence. funeral at St Joseph's Church with burial in St Joseph Cemetery.
A suit for $40,000 was filed in the Thirty-seventh district court by Reins 8. English for several minors as next friends. The action seeks damages for fatal injuries to WN English on South Flores street when a wagon driven by W. W. English was struck by a street car on September 21. English died September 26 from injuries.
Beaumont Texas October 14 1 4 The yacht Palmetto owned by R C Smith arrived at noon from Uiaacit to spend the winter there Four applicants sought ownership in the United States but all but one were rejected The successful applicant was John IYieson Swikden
Palestine Texas October 31 Special to The Light Governor Campbell said he was asked to requisition Massachusetts Governor for H. Clay Pierce and indicated such a move is probable though he could not say definitively.
Special to The Light reveals Insurance Commissioner Love warns concerns to wind down life insurance hit investments by year end. Authorities urge firms to review policies and adjust exposures amid market volatility and regulatory scrutiny.
A party of priests arrived yesterday from Oklahoma and includes HM. Bernard Murphy Teplinise Wlisaulde and Dit Rael Stenk of Biechmek Ka. They are visiting San Antonio today and will depart for the west tomorrow morning, staying at the Alamo hotel.
A newspaper card treats early warnings of illness as the first whispers of trouble with phrases like indigestion and feeling unwell signaling the onset of sickness.
A reader recounts relief from stomach distress and headaches by replacing coffee and starchy breakfasts with Postum and Grape-Nuts. After three months, the Arizona resident reports weight gain and improved digestion, praising the products as easily digested and non irritable to the stomach.
Fey tha Billings a stenographer visits New Orleans friend. Abeenathy and mother from Memphis may locate here staying at Mission hotel. H Wirshineg of Sabinas Mexico and Tek E Seavill and wife at the Menger. Farnham of Laredo and Urquhart of Conroo guests at Menger. Louis Wound Port Lavaca at James A. Weir Uvalde. Beattlio Yoakam at the Bexar plus Mrs Jones and child Del bic at the Bexar. Huthieon Jones Corpus Christi at New Maverick. Backus Eagle Pass at Maverick New Maverick.
A man described as Wonaek relamed this warming frou Dallas is arrested on charges tied to a diamond theft case. Police allege the suspect fled from the city with a diamond stick pin and clothing items while being pursued by officers. the investigation cites information from Dallas authorities and identifies the suspect as connected to the theft in question.
Th T Floffman steward of the city hospital reports a sensational misrepresentation of a fire incident. He says a waste paper basket in his office caught fire, discovered by nurses and quickly extinguished, with only minor damage and no injury.
A storm moves overnight toward our area with a trough toward the Canadian line. Cooler weather forecast for parts of the region though Texas may stay warm. Showers probable as warm readings persist. San Antonio reported 88 degrees as the map shows.
Sunn Balizar of Hedwig is charged in county court with stealing two watches valued at 14 and 88 dollars. Complaint filed today lists M. Hernandes as the complainant.
A heavy rainfall, nearly two cloudbursts, hit central Oklahoma with six and a half inches at Chandler in under 12 hours. Bridges washed away, roads damaged, and railroad service crippled. Authorities brace for further flooding as communities assess losses.
Police report a store theft involving a Black man named Frank Powell accused of stealing 65 dollars from a cash drawer at B. P. Bund where he worked. He is in custody and a bond hearing is expected. Some money and clothing bought with the funds have been recovered.
An old advertisement extols Gouraud's Oriental Dream as a harmless preparation for enhancing feminine charm and delaying aging. It claims favor with leading artists, praising the cream for preserving beauty and the delicate appearance after dressing rooms.
J A Paumbray based in court against George B Brothers charging embezzlement under forty dollars. Affidavit states Brothers was secretary of the Sunket Inde No 37 of the Wailed Brothers of Friendship, alleging lodges property valued at about one dollar belonging to the lodge taken around December 1 1985.
An examination is conducted by Arthur Gentacn in the federal building for one applicant, Are thi iitel, of Anchorage, Tex. The text notes the examination process and the lone candidate.
A rural route carrier named Joxesh 1 Knapi has been named in the delivery position. The article notes the assignment within the regular village routes, outlining duties and the formal transition for the new carrier.
New York medical authorities tie dyspepsia to consumption, citing post mortem hospital data. Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets advertised as a guaranteed remedy by the Bexar Drug Co of San Antonio, offering a 25 cent trial bottle for fifteen days.
Frederick J. Bader Sr died in San Antonio Texas on October 21 1908 at 2 am aged 63 funeral at his home 1031 South Press Street at 4 pm Thursday October 22 1968 interment in Odd Fellows cemetery friends invited to attend. BR i BURNETT Ov. JUST RE: esired two carloads Paper Boga sizes and standard qualities wraps and papers offered by R L Dunnett Co New Phone 89% Theo Artatz orchestra also mentioned.
Employment notice seeking experienced dressers for ladies and area clothing at 113 Avenue C. Apply in person for this position listing duties and qualifications.
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