Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

San Antonio Light in San Antonio, Texas

Page 1

We have 22,786,314 pages in Texas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1907

Page

1

Balloons Race Across Midwest in Great International Flight

Sightings reported in Indianapolis Shelbyville and Preset Indiana as balloons, including the German Pommern and American entries, began a cross country pursuit. Observers noted launches at St Louis and various towns with crowds as large as 100000, while winds and altitudes dictated early positions among nine balloons in the race.

St. Louis Purest Park Vattel Reywon Citatives Pommern United States Kitenam Tahat Ligt Walloun Why Dusseldorlf Pammern Waquud America Pope Cermang Tingland Alsaid Minnegata

Race record hints at distant flight over oceans

A fragmented report describes an eastbound craft race toward Ariel near Lake Michigan and a Paris to London style flight record. It mentions an elderly winner, grandma Jones, aged eighty four, and a few brand names like Hollisters Rocky Mountain Test Long Star Drug Store, amid garbled OCR details.

Ariel Lake Michigan Lienteygut Labm United S$uray Paris Wlying Daies Engng Grandma Jones Hollisters Long Star Drug Store

More Rain Expected in Southwest Texas

Forecaster Crowediote in San Antonio predicts persistent rainy weather across southwest Texas for days to come. He says the period should satisfy ranchers and cattle raisers with ample precipitation. Nearby listings note a tailor service and a late night drugstore offering immediate prescription delivery.

Crowediote Ai San Antonia Major Fuell Texas Atte Sg

No More Money for Cotton Pledges in Finnston

Finnston, Tex. Oct. 22 Manager Gabo of the De Tormers Union Carlon company says the firm can obtain more funds for union members advanced on cotton. There is speculation about the effect of this move on the cotton market and the union. Also mentions a local ad for kidney cure and an unrelated paint ad from Ed Steves & Sons offering house paint and supplies.

Finnston Tex Gabo de Tormers Union Carlon Company Tig Ber Sidiet

Bryan Willing If Party Wants Him In 1908 Nomination

St Louis reports indicate Bryan would accept the Democratic presidential nomination if the party wants him. Despite party plans and pressure from Governor Stone and others, Bryan signals possible candidacy only if favored by national convention and party leaders.

Bryan St Louis Junin Bryan Adel Tye Tino Jetigr Democratig Nationa St. Lois Autheniat Boutco Comtertion Mr. Boyan Dos. Gul Wenan Tintin Alutes Senate William O F. Stone Tisuiterats Hoodiers United States Wisenida

Mayor Says Leave Traction Co Out of City Matters

City actions center on avoiding preemptive concessions to the Tracti on company. Mayor Callaghan rejects references to annexation tied to the company and demands that any dealings be separate, with the firm first making formal requests before decisions. Council votes to have bridge plans supervised, consider land disposal, and grants pole erection for lines while ensuring street residents are accommodated. Police resignations and terminations are approved as part of a broader departmental shakeup.

Ryan B. Hongan Callaghan San Antonio Hengan San Pedro Place Kendall Street Lees Traction Company Revi Imn Galveston Galveston, Hartisburg & San Antonio Railroad Company New Brauntela Avenue Carey Ernest Bauer Paris Eil Deer Brackenridge Parie Runyer Haver Laverlo Hayes Gurfin

Dog Stealing Case to Grand Jury

A dog theft case against a person named in court is presented to the grand jury after alleged recovery of a bird dog valued at 150. The prosecutor vows to charge the suspect, and the case will be investigated to prosecute to the full extent of the law. Local reports note dogs have been stolen in recent years, with discussions about criminals and buyers of valuable animals.

Gonstable Stevaup Asnad Alfidayis Jlerson Jovy Luak Ne Malter Saul Gonsiubte Stevens

Swimming Record Broken by Wolllt in Challenging Pace

Scottish amateur Dow swimmer Wolllt broke a record in a grueling mile plus event. He surpassed Webb’s distance and time, completing forty miles in under five hours along a new course related to historical benchmarks from 1875.

Wolllt Swan Fle Listance Matthew Webh Qwille Wolffe Webb Woltte Wolite Callusa Ang

The Truth of th e Thikelphia Presa quarrel dialogue

Fragmentary OCR text presents a quarrel scene featuring Ma Nagagutt and her husband. The garbled lines mention credit for good disposition and a dismissive reply, with unclear surrounding context and characters. The passage is incoherent and lacks a clear event or outcome.

Ma Nagagutt

Stolen Rubens Recovered in Paris Heist Case

Policing a Paris return scene, this report details the recovery of a renowned Rubens painting after a theft from Count d Agglia’s collection. Belgian dealers and an American broker's scheme were involved before two Bulgarian brothers were tied to the concealment and destined export. The work, a Mediatysted HHVES near one yard by three quarters of a yard, is recovered.

Pars Edouard “Jasecke Brussels Buraguean Ettles Rubens Galery Cate Walter Montmartre Hur Nis Uelene Count d Aggcia Baris Amuriod

Animals of Scripture: Mythic Beasts and Birds in Biblical Text

A fragmentary account lists creatures from scripture including the behemoth and leviathan, a thieving eagle, horned beasts, and speckled birds. It notes apes of Solomon, bonnet monkeys, and other beasts, with references to feathered creatures like the yellow-streaked cockatiel and a list of troubling sea monsters and reptiles.

Mr. Botton Mali Luis Solomon Coursa Cerlon Br. Dalton

Bailey Letter Prompts Texas Oil Inquiry

Dallaz Oct 22 Senator Joseph W Bailey’s proposal to aid Texas case against Standard Oil is accepted by Attorney General Davidson who asks Bailey for a detailed written statement of facts. Bailey notes the attorney general may lack time to sue but will respond, while Governor Campbell addresses Bailey’s Dallas banquet remarks and Texas’ probe into oil trust activities.

Texas Bailey Standard Oil Abilene Tex Thomas. M. Campbell Texav Waters Pierce Oil Company Kapeérmil

Wanted, United States Army seeks able men in Texas

WANTED for United States army able bodied men between 21 and 35 who are citizens of the United States of good character and temperate habits. They must be able to read speak and write English. Apply at recalling office Moore Building Avenue C and Houston Street San Antonio Texas.

United States Moore Building Avenue C Houston Street San Antonio Texas

Shell Oxsters at the Elite Drug Co

The Bexar Drug Co offers immediate delivery for prescriptions with no specialty care, operating through the night. The notice emphasizes round the clock service and broad availability for customers seeking medicines and basic pharmacy needs.

Bexar Drug Co

Admits Killing but Pleads Self Defense in Trial

Prank fharnton, a Black defendant in the Thirtyseventh district court, testifies in his murder case against Wille Mitchell at St. Hedwig. He claims self defense after Mitchell taunted him and a fight broke out near a revival meeting. Thornton says he struck back with a knife, denying intent to kill. The jury is expected to hear more after court reconvenes.

Fharnton Thirtyseventh Wille Mitchell St. Hedwig Hou Aml Dwyer Phoratan J Mitchell Marek Howe Thornton

Midway Show Jaw at the Fair Sparks Secretary Vance Anxiety

The midway attractions at the fairgrounds raise concern for Secretary Vance as missing ride pieces delay setup. Officials expect rapid completion with Mexican exhibitors aiding in packing and distribution of displays. The Pain's fire works spectacle train arrived with ads and equipment, and a large crew works to place advertising across the state and Mexico.

Vance Seagr A Nancio Rio Grande Bond Senor Naudo Conant Orneias Mexica Mexico

Lab Foleys Honey and Tar for coughs sold locally

Notice to GUA customers announces Lab Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs sold as a safe remedy not regulated by the National Pure Food and Drug Act. The item is marketed for children and adults, with caution against harmful drugs and a call to purchase the best ready mixed paints from ED, 8TEYES & SONS in Aurion.

Lab Foley Tayey Aurion and Cary 8Teyes & Sons

Latonia Race Results and Condolence at Texas British Association

Old Latonia race results list multiple horses with unclear spellings and numbers across four races, mentioning Agnes Virginia My Qiven and other entries. includes a long, garbled stock of times and purses. A separate Latonia note records the Texas British Association passing condolence resolutions for General George Davison, with expressions of sympathy and draping of the association banner for 60 days.

Latonia Agnes Virginia My Qiven Gellig Neluth Mysidfier Masion Moore Vwime de Mie Heino Lo L Judge Wren Recon Granaila

Deafness Cure Claim Touts Potions and Varying Odds

A dubious patent style notice claims deafness can be cured by a potion. it asserts only one remedy exists and promises one hundred dollars for any case of deafness cured by their method. The sensational text mixes garbled terms and lacks verifiable steps or medical validity.

Una Pitin

Where the Painters Fall and Jane Addams Echoes

The piece discusses Jane Addams as a figure provoking intense public interest in America. It notes crowds flocking to see her and describes the powerful, tempered aura she carries, blending wit with calm self-control that has guided social reform.

Jane Addapis Hull

Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days with PAZO Ointment

The Bexar Drug Co promotes PAZO Ointment promising curing of itching bleeding or protruding piles within six to fourteen days. The ad claims a money back guarantee and notes availability during extended hours.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Frederick J. Fielding Dar Mieke Indianapolis New Augusta Delphis Shelbyville Indiana Ind U'Elork Fairland Buell Foley Seains Steves Berar Deng Co Cartas Avery Leave Traction CO GARD GEO Ruse Dr. Parce pePhltts Davidson Cabstomayta Shell Frank Thornton Adversary Dinee Gebaber “le Teethoven Ball Fran Mushc Quyter's Berar Driv. Co Mourngea Davison Texas British Association AL At Kyecinty Teras Religh Os Sneliian Divine Providence Grorgs Davison Rederal Texas-Trilish Aurochithon Avison Harmer R.G Harting Wit. Halland Chalman PF. W.smithers Bo Demam Alamo Plaza Wain Plaza Frank Bros Bexar Ding Co Burner, & Co Undartivers Henry C. Rips
Search Courier

Search the San Antonio Light Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The San Antonio Light?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication