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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1907
Page
6
White Rose Social club hosts a season finale dance at West End pavilion on Saturday night with Theodore Avist's orchestra. Miss Clara Bowman and Miss Fannie Bowman of Waldo visit en route to Grinnell College, while Misses Lawman enjoy Suuliwru.-Muth's Garden events. Also notes court and social items with minor local incidents.
Sanitary inspectors continue trash enforcement within city limits. Over ten days, two to three offenders were arrested and fined in police court as the health department presses ahead to curb littering and improve sanitation.
Police report that late night operations and quiet policy at Bexor Drug Co. have raised concerns. Docket indicates ongoing court action and several offenses, with few arrests recorded in the recent days.
A freight outing No 443 caught fire while standing in yards at Hawthorn Pacific shops. Fire alarm issued and department responded. Water services not needed as fire extinguished. Officials state oil spill from an off boring locomotive caused the blaze, confined to the deck in the car Muth's Garden. Thursday night concert news and printers convention notes follow.
In San Antonio court Bb Coflins and Str kar allege debt of $1800 owed by Patterson in a mortgage case. A tract sale near Barnes Gardens with Klappenbach noted. The streetcar loop connection work near completion expected within one day. Frenders Brug Store will open two nights. Thomas Jackson sues the San Antonio Traction Company for $20,000 in damages.
A Texan military company plans a winter rifle competition at Camp Mabry to provide more practice for members. Colonel Oscar Guessax has written to Adjutant General Newton in Austin proposing the event to be held at the long-distance range, with a date hoped for in January.
Chester Kingsley and Charles Manning Smith along with Lyons Gillespie were sworn into the U S marine corps and sent to Norfolk while Seon Ring ap Jack Scott’s new Stabler and others are bound for the eastern navy yard. A. Wunder and Clarence Halt, youths, faced a preliminary hearing for theft under 50 dollars and were released on bonds of 560 each after being accused of stealing gems and money from Pitcher Robb during a game at Electric Park.
The school board meets tonight marking its first full gathering in thirty days. Dr. M J Bliem returns home and will preside. Key topics include possible delays in opening the high school due to unfinished construction and a statewide trial of teachers’ assignments.
An affidavit recharged J. A. Frinnes, a young white man, in county court. City Detective Womack holds the charge for allegedly stealing a watch, bracelet, charm and ring from Edna Newman of 226 Mathews Street on August 22.
An applicant appeared to take a teacher examination in the Philippine islands public schools. A small blaze occurred this afternoon at 411 Jefferson Street, Ada Wetter’s home, causing no damage. Two boys named Rob Harris and Charles Stevens were jailed on theft charges after officers found a large stock of lead pipes, brass fittings, and copper wire believed stolen. the items were recovered near a rock quarry and are held at police headquarters.
Amusements notice reports Drolet Hertts' dramatic production at Big Tent Theater drawing a large audience last night and a repeat tonight Miss Mesha Palmer as Mrs Leland moved spectators in key scenes Townsend Irwin played a devoted but drinking character while Richard Lestar and the troupe delivered solid performances The Lyrie Airdome Carte week attractions drew crowds with Sims the cartoonist, Flyyather, the Dew Rock brothers, Rubin acrobats, Guy's Minstrels, Flora Severe an operatic singer Don Dagnett and film scenes adding variety to the program
The Realty Committee of the Business Men's Club starts its semi monthly meetings next Friday at 8 o'clock to advance the city’s interests. Chairman Hart says real estate men have traveled north and east during summer and will share insights to guide community improvement. The meetings will be open to all Business Men's Club members and Greater San Antonio supporters, with plans for many topics to come.
A local committee proposes new measures to redirect movement and spur retail activity as the city braces for winter. Officials aim to raise civic momentum and address upcoming seasonal challenges.
A chaotic report from Park Big Baboons notes new arrivals at Happy Wuolly San Pedro park 490 including Jacob Amveihn and Superintendent Aw rothie ulter. Ant eaters monkeys lynx and a wild cat called Bob join the menagerie causing delight and concern as the newcomers settle in within hours.
A concert will be given by the Tinker Rates Ninth Infantry band Thittedas on September 12 at 8 30 p m at Math s garden Wailing directed by Frank O Connor Yale Cocola Hirard Overturs Strathe trash Boome RendawVoue Titermean Paddy Wheek TM Fan winnten Intérmisaton Madley Dits of Bronderay Hite Smith Snanlah Sérmnade be Paloma
John Armstrong sails for Oaxaca to oversee business interests while Judge Gavin hosts Daughters of the Confederacy at a South Alamo home for Mrs. Goodlet's birthday. The event features readings, music by Dr Bal and Prof Blitz, and young ladies serving punch, with guests and wedding notes from Washington Post readers and attendees from Richmond, New York, and San Antonio.
A long list of visitors and guests is noted in San Antonio, staying at the Southern, Menger, New Maverick, Elite, and Bexar hotels. Names include Mr. and Mrs. H.R. Berkley, Miss Irene Liban, Mrs. George Riband, Dr. R. A. Worth, and many others. They are here for business, family visits, or housing arrangements, with several noted as guests of cattlemen or residents returning from regional trips.
Importers predict velvet and velvet striped fabrics will dominate the September season with new yarns and color tones. Designers describe velvet as supple and light yet richly textured, with checks and stripes popular in gowns and morning lectures. Retail demand grows for affordable, dyed velvets and related textiles as fashion presses note understated elegance and shade effects.
The text argues against copying and praises originality, citing merchants and writers. It contends original speech, born from genuine conviction, surpasses polished rhetoric drawn from books. The passage questions valuing imitations and urges disdain for fakery in public discourse.
Local ad touts a selection of front doors in stock with emphasis on appearance and affordable pricing. The copy highlights many options and claims good prices, urging readers to see the shop before ordering.
Special to The Light reports Texas Nut Growers Association president C. Frilkner and members call a meeting in Austin in October to discuss marketing the largest pecan crop in state history and to handle other matters. Also appears an ad for Bexar Drug with all night service and Theo. Arizt Orchestra serving J T Dummett & Co Undertaker.
The Humane Society discussed the inadequacies of current juvenile court law in San Antonio, urging state action and a state reorganizatio n. Leaders highlighted lack of punishment provisions for serious offenses and the need for a proper training school for youths with continued offenses. Senator Robart Green spoke on the law’s faults and proposed reforms.
Hurinvina Hartmann, pastor of the church, officiated at the wedding of his daughter Elizabeth Hartmann to Joseph B. Winn of Austin. The bride wore a brown silk voile with hat and carried white roses. Her sister Theodora Hartmann was maid of honor in blue crepe de chine. Roy Smith of Austin was best man. A reception followed at the Lutheran parsonage before the couple departed on the evening train for their future home in Austin.
Cram wed Miss Madeed Mitch in Corpus Christi Texas at the Presbyterian church with ceremony led by Herbert Sprineuliner. Attendants included Lola Nolte Seguin Lat tie Smith Marguerite Bingham Philippine Rankin with Crosland Crain as best man and ushers Ll Clarkson L H Rankin Wd Gubage Bertram Ranekin. Undertakers listed.
A fragmented item notes a cosmetic powder transformation described as satin skin effect. The readable text hints at a course skid toward satin finish with unclear details and nonsensical wording. No clear events dates or involved organizations are present.
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