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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1911

Page

8

Hawkins Will Do Missionary Work in Wilson County

Consulting engineer W S Hawkins of the Bexar County Highway League will spend the week visiting Wilson County towns to boost the good road project. He plans to meet residents, address scepticism, and highlight benefits for intermediate points along the proposed highway. He will also visit coast towns for league interests.

Highway League Wilson County San Antonio Exar County W.S. Hawkins Bexar County Highway League Gulf Wilson Bee San Patricio Nueces Karnes Hawkins

Light Classified Ads Produce Quick Dog Reunion

Dr J H Terrill sought the paper’s help via the want ads to find a lost greyhound. While writing Lost a spotted greyhound, a call came from Dr A Bennett stating he had found a dog in a cemetery. Terrill soon retrieved the greyhound, credited to the Light classifieds for the speedy result.

J. H. Terrill the Light Dr. Terrill A. ©. Bennett Terrill

Two Teens Held in Brass Fittings Theft at Water Works

Claude Cleveland and Bonnie Miles both 18 were arrested Friday after affidavits filed in Justice Fisk's court accuse them of stealing finished brass fittings from the San Antonio Water Works six months ago. They were transferred to county authorities after leaving the city and have reportedly admitted taking the brass.

San Antonio Water Works Company Claude Cleveland Bonnie Miles Miller Justice Fisk

Dr J Harvey Moore Promotes Eye Disease Cures in San Antonio

Dr J Harvey Moore former state eye surgeon in charge of the blind institute in St Louis has gained notice for cures of eye diseases across the country. He treats all curable eye conditions and offers free consultation at Suite 204 Gunter Office Building, Houston corner, with his Oscillator method for weak eyes and other therapies.

J. Harvey Moore State Institution For the Blind San Antonio St. Louis Dr. Moore Gunter Houston Moore

Faiths Debate to Open Twelve Night Series

J E Norman of the Christian church and J W Morgan of the Latter Day Saints will debate their faiths tomorrow night at Houston and North Flores, launching a twelve night series. Morgan argues LDS equals New Testament church and that the Book of Mormon is divine. Norman contends the Church of Christ matches Paul era in origin and practice, with initiation fees to be eliminated. The meeting, in the Chamber of Commerce auditorium, is a high priority with plans for a January poultry show discussed and dues expected to stay unchanged. secretary Fred Wantzloeben presents the change and goals. Seventeen cups have been offered for prizes as the catalogue committee reports progress on premiums.

J. E. Norman The Christian Church J. W. Morgan Latter Day Saints Houston North Flores Church of the Latter Day Saints Church of the New Testament Times Book of Mormon J. B. Norman Church of Christ Paul the Apostle Fred Wantzloeben Chamber of Commerce C. C. Lees H. 8. Affleck John Slane W. J. Schermerhorn

Lone Star Poultry Group May Amend By Laws Next Meeting

The Lone Star Poultry association plans possible amendments to its constitution and by-laws at the next regular monthly meeting to strengthen its standing as a leading poultry group in the United States. The notice cites the upcoming session on Wednesday September 6.

Lone Star Poultry _association United States

New Industry for Bay City to Open Marble Yard

Harry Richards of Gainesville visited Bay City to arrange his return next week to establish a marble and monument yard, signaling a new local business venture in Bay City Texas.

Bay City Tex Harry Richards Gainesville

Fraser’s Tailoring Craft Emphasizes Smart Clientele

Fraser, a tailor, states tailoring for a clientele educated to expect smartness is a mighty interesting business. He notes self-education and standards shape his work and appeal to discerning customers.

Fraser

Plan for Auto Club Parade Draws National Figures

The San Antonio Automobile Club plans a Good Roads Day parade on November 10 inviting many nationally known figures. The Bexar County Highway League backs the event with a large turnout expected from across Texas. Prizes will honor best decorations, largest car count, and greatest mileage for a visiting party.

W. A. Hering San Antonio Automobile Club Texas San Antonio Bexar County Highway League Automobile Club Dr. Hering W. 8S. Hawkins The Highway League Eugene A. Smith Alabama H.S. Hadley Missouri H. B. Terrell Waco Tex J. L. Slayden C. A. Culberson J. W. Bailey O. B. Colquitt W. S. Gearhart Kansas C. N

Postal Savings Bank to Open in Gonzales Texas

Post master W. K. Davis announces authorization to open a postal savings bank on Tuesday September 6 in Gonzales Texas. The facility will operate at the Postal Bank location to serve local residents and depositors.

Postal Bank Gonzales Tex W. K. Davis Postal Savings Bank

Hawaiian Princess Returns From France to Enter Convent

A Hawaiian princess returns from six years of study in France with her mother near the throne. Her mother married a wealthy Chinese man. The daughter, renowned for beauty and speaking eight languages, will enter a Honolulu convent.

Hawaii France Honolulu

Invention prints bill from gas meter on demand

A new gas meter automatically prints a bill for consumed gas when requested. The device has not yet been taught to talk.

Peruna Advertisements Highlight Urinary and Digestive Ailments

Testimonials from Albany and Philadelphia residents praise Peruna for urinary irritation and catarrh linked to colds, as well as liver and kidney trouble and dyspepsia. Claims emphasize long lasting relief, improved appetite and sleep, and no narcotics or habit formation.

Newhof Delaware Street Albany Montefiore Club Peruna George Forrester Mascher Street Philadelphia

Mass Meeting in San Antonio to Ratify Columbus Day Plans

Italian Colony in San Antonio gathers at Giorda hall for the Italo American Young Men's club mass meeting. Plans for the Columbus day celebration include a governor reception, night pyrotechnics, a city parade, float contracts, queen candidates, and a Fort Sam Houston band concert followed by a banquet.

San Antonio Giorda Colquitt Chamber of Commerce Christopher Columbus Young Men’s Club Fort Sam Houston

Gilson's Bond Set At 2500 In Arob Burglary Case

Ex soldier Charles H. Gilson waived examination before Justice Fisk yesterday. Bond fixed at 2500 with 500 in each case. Gilson was arrested after the Brehmer grocery store robbery and arson attempt on Dr. Fielding barn. He was linked to a theft at Mrs. Bitter dwelling and related fire damage.

Fisk Charles H. Gilson Knaus Cassiano

Port Aransas Deep Water Port Plan Urged by Chamber Leader

Jake Wolff, president of the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce, calls for regional cooperation to develop Port Aransas as a premier deep water port. He cites government dredging, a $93,000 fund, and the need for private wharfs and a terminal railroad to boost San Antonio freight access and regional prosperity.

San Antonio Texas Port Aransas Jake Wolff Chamber of Commerce Mr. Wolff

Germany relies on English oyster shells for poultry feed

Each year Germany imports vast amounts of crushed oyster shells from England to use as feed for poultry. The trade underscores cross channel supply chains supporting farm husbandry and protein production.

Germany England

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