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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1908
Page
9
City Marshal Mauermann reports an 80 days layoff for a city policeman who entered a saloon on duty for a drink. The chief of police addressed the assembly, ordering full compliance from every member, in a forceful, near-urgency warning.
Hart chairs estate and publicity committees of the Business Men's club for a B o'clock gathering at the club rooms. Bark expects a large turnout of businessmen interested in boosting local initiatives. Gilbert Schramm, instructor of culture and singing from Metropolitan College of Cincinnati, will take engagements and a limited number of pupils at North Flores Street, Newport.
The first teachers' meeting postponed from September 1 to September 26 to allow leaders more time to prepare outlines for Aircussion. At this session all subjects in the different grades will be discussed and supervisors of special subjects will meet teachers to continue similar work. School Books: New supply at Alling's 615 East Houston Street.
United States Marshals, led by Pepaly Fred H. Lincaster, report nothing out of the ordinary at Del Rio. The present stationing suggests calm conditions with no incidents or disturbances observed.
The Wilay fire department members gave Miss Josie Pontonowita 950 in gold for aiding the Antonio Telephone exchange operator whose quick work helped catch Salazar the alleged nuisance. Chief Wright praised her presence of mind as a plan for a gift sparked a wrangle over gift governance. Deputy Marshal Dibrell aided preparations with US troops amid fiesta rumors to prevent disturbances during celebrations.
Our new soda fountain requires customers to purchase soda checks from the cashier before taking a seat. This system, used at large northern fountains, speeds service and helps our dispensers stay on plan. Wagner, Drugist, Hicks Building.
At the Mackay building a meeting of Negro committee members faced disruption over postponement of a session. The altercation involved Eric Walker and other members, security called, police alerted, and officials claimed the group planned to disrupt the gathering though only two black members were on the committee.
In federal court JH W Morris as Woods National Bank receiver sues ET Phelps and C C Clamp on three promissory notes totaling 2100. The notes dated March 28 1907 for 900 May 28 1907 for 790 and May 28 1907 for 306 are signed by H T Phelps and C Clamp. The case seeks recovery of the funds.
A busy Big Tent program tonight and tomorrow features O Neill drama Monte Christo in four acts with elaborate stage effects. The Lyric shows vaudeville by Walter Watson and Chas. Md. Means while rain eases audience turnout and the Empire venue reports crowd-pleasing attractions amid a misty evening.
The Big Store showcases a broad fall collection of tailored suits priced from 25 to 50 dollars. Styles include chiffon broadcloths and mixtures in green blue navy and black with Directoire and Attunat inspired coats. Coats feature satin or velvet trim, various lengths, and elaborate detailing.
New Orleans weather bureau issues cautious warning of a northwest Gulf storm moving northward to boost winds today and tonight. Advisory targets Louisiana and Mississippi coasts with potential brisk to high northeast gusts. small craft urged to stay alert. Market notes include mixed global futures and crop prices in New York and London. Fort Worth reports total figures from a September weather bulletin.
Special to The Laat Austin reports a four inch rainfall during the Lael 24 NTA event. The brief storm caused little damage as residents noted minimal disruption amid the downpour.
An old ad fragment cites cattle counts 4000 and 6000 head with prices for livers and cows and promotes Folay's Kidney Cure as a health tonic. It claims healthy kidneys filter blood and boosts the system, urging purchase at Bexar Drug Co.
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