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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1908
Page
3
Wonderful telescope sight sparks new long range test
Capt. K K V Casey fired 20 shots at a regulation target from 1769 yards using a model 1903 rifle and a telescope sight. The test, conducted on the District of California rifle range under Arms and the Man, showcased the sight’s practical military value and Casey’s reputed skill, despite difficult cover and visibility conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. K. V. Casey
Calmiiia
Arms
Man
San Antonio
Casey
Causey
Casey le
Big Business Ahead for San Antonio This Winter
From a business perspective San Antonio predicts a robust winter season as advertising surges. The Business Men's club notes ongoing expansion in the local market to meet rising demand and welcomes new ventures expected to broaden the city’s continuous territory.
San Antonio Fair Prospects and Naval Exam Updates
The piece discusses San Antonio's fair prospects as an investment center amid new hotels and developments, urging unity over criticisms to attract visitors. It also notes more than a hundred candidates slated for marine corps appointments and plans to increase bank examinations to enforce banking laws, with warnings to banks about compliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murray
Culberson Questions Taft on Steel Tariffs and Trusts
New Orleans States reports Senator Culberson of Texas sent a letter to the New York Herald outlining two questions for Taft. He asks if Taft would push Congress to cut iron and steel tariffs and whether Attorney General will move to dissolve steel trusts. He also notes tariff protections and cites steel rail pricing and potential massive profits, urging clarity on these issues.
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New Orleans
New York Herald
Republican Party
Siver Trust
Culberson
Tex
Taft
Benator Cntterson Aage
Republican Campaign Fund
Congress
Tonafarte
Ms. Taft
Casserson
Steel Trust
Scnwab
United States
Pointed Paragraphs in Chicago News
A fragmented Chicago column mocks blunt talkers and rumor spreaders. It cautions against ignorant men who share information and notes family skeletons, cooks, and temper can erupt together. The piece also hints that appearance hides character and risks in social judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago News
Acid And Alkali In The Stomach
An ad advocating Binart's Dyspepsia Tablets claims they balance gastric juice and aid digestion. It stresses relief from dyspepsia, purifies the blood, and promises a sample by mail, citing wide physician endorsement and a price to purchase. Address given for mail order.
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Binart
Drumset
Igteck
Stuart Ga
Stuart
Marshall
Mick
Capybara Breaks Free as Zoo Photographer Chases
In a Bronx Zoo scene Colombo the capybara, the largest rodent, escaped en route to a photo session. Despite keepers’ efforts he bolted toward the pond, dodging captures until recaptured, then posed for several fine likenesses back in his quarters.
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Uillelal Zee
Colombo
Bronx Park
Ax Colombo
Harefus
Colombe
Patr
Mainl House
Nadhin
Ann
Capyhara
Colnmbo
San Antonio 21 Years Ago from the Light Det
San Antonio items dated 1887 report J. J. Meyer returning from California after weeks buying wine. The present mother is tied to the Heming Teind. Reception for the San Antonio chi planned next month. County convicts recently fined were sent to the county convict firm. Joh Chadwell now serves on the Los Angeles police force. The Social Circle of Ute Madison Square church meets tonight at Mes C.K. Aiken’s home Tobin Hill. The Ancient Order of Hibernians plans a ball to benefit the fish Warlowa. Leagna molls Innid of the Wires v arrives in the city.
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J. J. Meyer
Callifornia
Meyer
Calliwayin
San Auilonta Chi
Biut
Joh Chadwell
Formens
Yottes
Los Angeles
Cal
Ute Mailison Square Church
Mes C.K. Aiken
Tobin Hill
Order
Flibernians
Leagna
West Texas sleuth guards deserters at Fort Sam Houston
An officer of justice in San Antonio earns rewards by trapping deserters, with Uncle Sam paying $40 per capture. The local post learns of the des dental method as night patrols and confrontations heighten tension among those seeking to avoid arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiere
Justice
San Antonio
Fort Sam Houston
Uncle Sam
Sherlock Holmes
West Texas
Anick
Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition prep work uncovered treasure
A fragmentary report notes two hundred workers and sixty boats at Seattle's Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition site. graders clear grounds at the University of Washington for the next year's event. a hoard unearthed near the fort law park is turned over to police. promising pay and prizes are hinted at, with figures like 900 dollars and seven million dollars mentioned in connection with mining interests and exhibition costs.
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Iver
Fort Vow Park
Varsity of Washington
Seattle
Uy Sroundia
Che Nonny
Waste of Resources Pain to Nation
Ancient Detroit era report warns that over 15 million people rely on natural resources like coal timber and soil. It cites a government task force studying waste and future shortages with figures on dependent workers and potential job shifts if resources run out. The piece highlights conservation calls and upcoming commission findings for policy guidance.
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Conservation League
Thirte
Tigue
Amertcn
Mani
GNMTR
Fleminore
John Mitchell
Unitea Mine Workers of America
Consere
Notice to Tax Payers in San Antonio 1902
Mayor Bryan Callaghan announces the board of equalization will meet in City Hall, room 18, to hear appeals from the city assessor on property assessments for the fiscal year ending May 21, 1902. Sessions run daily 9 PM to 1 PM, Sundays and holidays included, and conclude within 10 days. No further petitions will be considered after adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
San Antonio
Texas
Board of Equalization
City Hall
Las
Real estate bargains in classified columns offer homes
Ty Clarke promotes buying a tot and building a home with many real estate bargains advertised in the classified columns.
Bolt Kills Boy In Sudden Tragedy At Local Street
A 12 year old boy from Waxahachie died after a flying bolt struck him yesterday while he ran near his home. The incident occurred in the late afternoon as residents reported a sudden crash. Authorities are investigating the cause and whether nearby activity contributed to the accident.
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