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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1907
Page
10
Special to The Light Houston Sept 27 State Revenue Agent McDonald plans to file about seventy five complaints against Harris county saloonkeepers for selling alcohol without a license. One case notes a saloon man obtaining a license within five years. Complaints are being reviewed in the district attorney's office.
Special to The Fight Austin Texas September 27 a railroad commission order postpones until October the date set for observing short line mileage in assessing passenger fares and related actions that were due to begin September 14.
Special to The Night Auatlo Tex Sept 27 Secretary of State Dashiel returned a club carter today and one yesterday because the incorporators had failed to make affidavit the fact that the organizations would not engage in the sale of intoxicating liquors.
A Mexican government committee and a long guest list attend the presidential train arrival at the border. The reception plan includes a formal welcome by Mayor Callaghan, breakfast at Hot Wells, a city tour, and a banquet. The party later travels to Fort Sam Houston for a military reception and a 7:30 banquet before returning to Mexico.
Shinny Martin, recently released from the New York penitentiary after a perjury case connected to a new trial motion in the Patrick case, arrived in Houston today and promises a sensational story shortly.
Y Z Shields, Fort Worth contractor, sues James O Buchanan Joby N Gilder F M Kuhlman George W Blue and Nat M Washer in U S Circuit Court over a 1903 fireproof flooring patent. He seeks accounting of profits and injunctions. a preliminary restraining order was granted and a hearing set for October 8 in the federal building.
A steamer named Dial sank at the foot of Bienville Street in New Orleans while docking at low tide. The vessel carried oysters, rice and oranges. three crew members were injured and several others were battered by debris in the accident.
New York bakers announce price increases on pies and other pastries slated for October 1. They cite higher costs for flour and ingredients compared with three months ago, noting overall production expenses have risen.
Dr Frederick J Fielding and Mrs Fielding returned home Wednesday after an extended tour to Ireland Scotland and England then touring through New York Chicago Wisconsin and Naples. He studied post graduate courses in Wat city and won motor races on Lake Winnebago aboard Pantana and Alsino before resuming medical practice.
Special to The Light Austin Tex Sep 27 Judge Sam R Geott of Wico visited the governor and declined to say if he would seek Congress against R T Henry, noting it was too early to discuss parties. Bexar Drug Co opens all night with names Agee F FLW Daney West Lamorrony referenced.
Lusitania completes eastward Atlantic passage in five days four hours and nineteen minutes arriving at 278 am in Queenstown. Reports note average speed of 22.58 knots and large crowd greeting at Livermol after 4 pm arrival.
A Merchants' Transfer wagon and a pink wagon owned by Henry Sateher collided on Main plaza. The wagon driver was thrown to the street and suffered serious cuts and bruises. Traffic wagon also sustained heavy damage.
A Jackson Michigan case of anaemia described as slow to develop is treated by Dr Williams Pink Pills. The narrative cites Dr Thomas Addison of London and notes early symptoms such as pallor, breathlessness, and fatigue. A patient named Mrs Brown of 308 Columbia Street details long illness and dramatic improvement after using the pills. The ad promotes the pills and a book on blood diseases from Williams Medicine Co.
Amusements column reviews a Mission Garden concert with the San Antonio Musicians Union delivering a strong performance. The Columbus Grand Promenade band earned vigorous encore, while Charles M. Tee received praise for a masterful vocal. The Big Tent Theater showcased The Adversary with Miss Melba Palmer and Townsend Levin delivering notable turns. Tonight the program shifts to the farce The Gustapercha Girl with special acts between scenes.
W O Murdock retires as passenger traffic manager of the Mexican Central after a long illness and summer treatment in San Antonio. W D Murdock is named as his successor with headquarters in Mexico City. Murdock joined the line about ten years ago after leaving the Santa Fe.
General Passenger Agents of lines serving San Antonio meet with fair association directors and Mayor Callaghan to discuss lowering rates for the International Fair. Officials expect fare as low as one and one third for travel to Fort Worth, with several carrier agents in attendance.
Local Pleasanton citizens discuss building a two railroad line from San Antonio to Moysanton. WW C Norton and A M Avant met road promoters to review the proposal, noting past efforts and a $50,000 fund for a route through Live Oak County. Norton hopes to advance the drive and secure early cooperation.
Southern Pacific plans double daily service between San Antonio and Victoria during the International Fair. Extra trains run November 9 to 24 to meet travel demand, with Victoria departures at 1 60 am and San Antonio arrivals in the evening, plus a late Victoria return.
Local railroad men report on trips and duties across routes including Southern Pacific, Santa Fe, and Wabash. Agents Atkinson McKibbin Worle Morro Harrison Lupton Conner and Fitch visit San Antonio, Jamestown, Earle Pass, and Houston, with shipments and weather in focus. rainfall bursts praised.
Rail timetable shows Sunett Station on East Commerce Street with Sunset Route trains to Houston Victoria San Antonio and Galveston Stop times include 7 35 am 6 00 pm 10 30 am and 9 00 pm Several named stations are listed such as Victoria Galveston Fort Worth Dallas St Louis and Laredo with connections to Frisco Santa Fe and express services Also mentions local and long distance routes and a Flynt Flynn line with a notation about a legal notice style validation.
An agent reports on the Iron Mountain line after touring a portion of the territory. He notes the country appears to be in good shape and the prospects for fall business look excellent.
Vice-president and General Manager Leroy Trice of the International and Great Northern railroad arrived from Palestine and conferred with depot contractors. He oversaw arrangements for transferring the line to the train bearing Secretary Root from the north and the Mexican presidential train with a party of noted officials from the south.
The issue centers on a Panoscope Morgan Co ad claiming a 35 cent enamel pan would be given away to customers who sent in coupons. Demand surged, stock vanished in three days, and the Light’s manager noted crowds and inquiries. Advertisers claimed 718 pans were claimed, with sweeping coupons also exhausted. Do readers engage with ads or ignore them in favor of competing offers.
An old remedy claim for teething pain in babies. The ad cites Mrs Whinlow's Sayth Ing Syrdp and boasted cures wind colic and fits with a claim of best remedy. It notes a twenty five cent bottle priced, approved by the Pood and Drugs Ack and dated June 80th 1806 with serial number 1008.
Patrons are invited to try wafts at the Splice Club located at 368 West Commerce. Bexar Deng Ou notes the venue is open for all to experience the aroma and taste.
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