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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1908
Page
7
A jagged OCR fragment notes a storm with lightning and clouds across the eastern country while a referenced “Guilte wind” and conscription warning appear. It advertises Horehound Syrup from Bexar Drug Co and prices for a medicinal sale, mentioning health relief and cold remedies.
Austin Sept 24 Commissioner Bouya today addressed a letter over Senate Volvey of Corst wane, urging perfecting amendments to the ginners report law. The remarks stressed improving provisions and enforcement measures.
Charters filed today in Austin Texas list Elegant Publishing Co limited with capital $10.00 and Colin Streat Baker of Corsicana with capital $20,000. The items show new corporate filings and capital designations.
New York on September 24 A. O. Brown and Lewis Ginter of the firm A. O. Brown & Co. were expelled from the New York Stock Exchange after the firm failed and was suspended.
Taft arrives in Beloit Wisconsin and outlines campaign stops at Janesville Madison and Milwaukee. He speaks to Beloit College students and labor interests promising favorable legislation if elected while a large crowd gathers at the Beloit station. An advertisement for Foley's Kidney Cure follows the report.
Austin tax report states that a state bank board cannot empower its executive committee to authorize loans of a specified character. The finance commissioner says a majority of directors must approve each such loan, restricting delegated loan authority.
Charles Davis faced a preliminary hearing in a crowded police station courtroom for the murder of Dr. Frederick Austin on September 1. He was joined by his brothers Frederick H. Davis and Thomas Davis and represented by prominent attorneys. A large crowd watched as police guarded the scene, while Mrs. Abbie Rice testified earlier to the coroner's jury and appeared nervous during today’s proceedings.
A long article debates Governor Haskell against Senator Foraker, the Standard Oil case, and state university funding. It cites injunctive actions, corporate ties, and political criticism, noting claims of improper influence and public office duties.
An advertisement touts Mona as a stomach tonizer that cures constipation by curing digestion. It claims two boxes relieve constipation, with a money back guarantee and references a New York corporation president praising Mi-o-na for dyspepsia and gastritis relief.
Instructions claim most appendicitis stems from constipation. Laxative Fruit Syrup supposedly cures chronic constipation by stimulating the bowels and restoring bowel action. Rexar Drug Co advertises Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as safe and pleasant.
San Antonio residents cheer Edward O Reilley as a famed newspaper figure, hailed for his wit and influence. The local scene notes his family, including six sons, and the proud declaration that the city of O Reilley is strong. A recent registration at the O Reilley home on Macon street marks a notable family moment.
An advertisement by ywwy Fischer offers a remedy for various ailments including kidney troubles, nervous issues, and dropsy. It claims to cure all forms of nervous troubles and promises a money back guarantee if it fails, with six bottles priced at 22 4 cents plus postage.
The Watt and Marx millinery displays attracted fashion followers all day as Sulartess led color themes. Hats shift toward large back hats, with streamers, ribbons, and feathers. neckwear gains prominence, and a range of blues and browns dominate, including canard, peacock, and Copenhagen shades.
Fragmentary transcript shows Haskell questioning President Roosevelt and Interior officials about granting Standard Oil and related privileges. He argues statehood, federal authority, and anti monopoly actions shape oil franchise rights. Political clash centers on federal versus state powers over railroad and pipeline franchises.
A letter rails at government actions on Indian lands and civil service, accusing the president and Hearst of backing wrong men. It defends labor while criticizing Taft’s rhetoric and urging assertion of constitutional rights amid partisan politics. It references Oklahoma figures and reformers, urging vigilance against graft and misrule.
Traveling organizer Kenty W of the American Federation of Labor says organized labor in Migvonn Kansas Guahona Arkansas and Texas backs Gov Haskell against Hearst. He claims Oklahoma union leaders back Haskell and denounces Hearst’s movement as discrediting labor and undermining workers.
The selection committee at the International Fair rece ived about 500 season ticket suggestions from diverse residents including Mrs 2 Frgan 100 Hayes Street A Scott 2523 West Houston Street and Tsai P Box 1189 The process favored The Trail with strong support from many voters and a primary rule against lengthy foreign phrases The judges recommended rewarding every winner and San Antonio newspaper staffers served on the panel.
Promotional notice for a tonic described as a general health remedy available in tablet or tea form. Mentions its use to tone the stomach stimulate the liver and improve digestion with an emphasis on ease and natural action.
Building committee invites bids for excavation grading brick stone and tile roofing plaster carpentry lumber and millwork finishing hardware roofing work masonry and tile work. Plans and specifications at architect Avves 288 West Gam mer street city.
Fragmented readable text lists markets and vendors with scattered names and codes. It mentions corn No. 7a and No. 2 futures alongside uneven month headings and scattered place names, suggesting a brief market note with unsettled data and unclear specifics.
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