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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1911

Page

9

Pumped Water Fills Dry River Bed in San Antonio Experiment

The San Antonio river rise experiment pumped water from an abandoned Brackenridge Park well. By 10 o clock the river bed above Josepiing Street filled with water, forming eight inlets as water moved underground toward Fisher's net a mile and a half downstream. Engineer George I Cushin states subterranean fissures may be filled and the river flow doubled through them.

Bay of the San Antonio Brarkenridge Park Josepiing Streat Jon George I Cushiign

Eczema Remedy Promises Skin Relief and Pimples Fade

An advertisement touts Mezema A as a universal skin remedy addressing eczema psoriasis and various blemishes. It claims rapid relief from itching burning and invisibly clear skin after use with trial bottles available. The copy asserts strong customer satisfaction and urges readers to visit the local store for purchase.

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Rail unions May Federate Under Southern Pacific Plan

Local Brotherhood of Rail Trainmen proposes a federated system uniting unions from New Orleans to San Francisco. Firemen and shopmen lean favorable. If the railroad refuses to recognize the federation, a general strike may ensue with thirty days for recognition.

Southern Pacific Harriman Brotherhood of Raihaaé Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen Stirling New Orleans San Francisco Denver

Afffairs Resume Normal In U S Marshal Service

Chief Captain Rogers now deputy United States marshal with headquarters at El Paso reports affairs have returned to normal after the Mexican war era strain. He notes possible tension with Mexico remains but xed border areas are quiet. Rogers, longtime Austin resident, operates from Texas with prisoners sent to Leavenworth penitentiary and maintains a home in Austin with his company.

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Gold Bars Stolen From Bank Shipment

A bank shipment valued at 26000 dollars was robbed of gold bars. Investigators traced the missing bars to a Swiley Nae final Dank by London Tens, with several crates found tampered and one crate emptied of its gold.

Hans Bae Ted London

Masked Robbers Take 40 At Harbor Yard Station

Two masked men held up a station agent at the The Diam T Harbor yard in Indiana Harbor, ransacking the open safe and escaping with 3506. A posse formed and pursued the suspects along the railroad line toward Chicago.

Diam T Harbor IMT Socialrd Press Chien My Oak Wight Take Shore Michigan Indiana Harbor

Validity Questioned Over Land Procs and Road Bonds

Austin reports the attorney general's department will not approve further land or drainage district bonds until a Thirty-first Legislature authorization is court-tested by the supreme court. County officials seek clarity on bond validity amid a pending district court case in Charry County. Pastor transfer news from Yoakum notes a Methodist church shift to Sognin with Rev. J. Webb reassigned.

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Kilmer's Swamp-Root Kidney Remedy Promised Relief

Patient testimonials claim rapid relief from kidney and bladder issues after using Kilmer and Co’s product. The letter includes personal history of pain and trials with other remedies, and urges readers to request a sample bottle and information booklet from Kilmer Co.

Robert Mather Dies After Short Illness

Robert Mather prominent business leader and rail executive died at his New York residence after a brief illness. He chaired the Westinghouse Electric board and held director roles with several railroads and financial institutions, including Knox College trustee duties and leadership positions in Chicago and New York firms.

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Dairy Cattle Parade to Welcome President Taft

Dairy Show officials announce a national dairy cattle parade next Monday led by the president and Dairy Show Association leaders. After a judge’s review, cattle will parade down Halsted Street to the main pavilion where the president will address delegates.

Dairy Show Association

Nashville grain case decision set aside by court

A temporary injunction in the Nashville grain case was set aside by the court. The U S court vacated the commission’s order that prohibited shipments to Nashville dealers and related re shipping actions tied to Georgia points.

Nashville Washington Man United

White Plague Death Each Half Minute Trial Notes

A Dallas district court feature describes a special session led by Judge Jeffrey with a grand jury organized. Local attorney A. Storey of San Antonio appears among lawyers from across the state for proceedings this week.

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Ideal City promises variety for residents and visitors

A promotional piece extols Missouri Pacific and Teo Maumitain Boldir's Ideal City of America. It highlights diverse conventions, schools, parks, and mobility within 185 miles of myriad resorts. The San Antonio monthly folder features photos and broad distribution to US, Europe, and Canada aboard transatlantic and Pacific steamships.

Missouri Pacific Teo Maumitain Boldir Eitles America Bailevarny Army Lfe Mexico Malifurnia San Antonio Missouri Ely United States Europe Canada

Mi-O-Na Indigestion Remedy Ad

An old advertisement touts MI-O-NA stomach tablets to prevent sudden death from indigestion and gas. It claims rapid relief within five minutes and urges regular use for lasting comfort, with a money back guarantee and price details.

Sampin Tree Bath

University Heads Meet in Chicago Convention

Administrative officers from several universities attend a Chicago convention with educators including Lawrence Howell of Harvard, Walter Hadley of Yale, and George J. Vincent of Minnesota. The gathering, hosted by the University of Chicago, focuses on administrative issues and educational policy.

Chicago American Usiverattien Phovraday Uysity of Vistthus Lawrence Howell Warvard Wettur A Hadlas Yaday George J. Vincent Minneagotts A. Thasshilt Missnirl

A Healthy Happy Old Age Promoted by Syrup of Figs

A health note promotes regular cleansing with Syrup of Figs as a safe family laxative. It claims the product gently stimulates digestion, tones internal organs, and suits all ages when the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. label is visible on the package.

California Fig Syrup Co

County Board Approves County Wide Course of Study

The Dexac county board led by Care los Ree prescribes the annual county school curriculum aligning with state standards. First year emphasizes Selovich and classic works. second year adds Homer and Shakespeare. third year expands to Milne and other authors. fourth year includes Tennyson and Dickens.

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