Classified Ad Pricing Note for Metal Cuts
An early notice states advertisements are payable on the first of each month and in advance for transient ads. It specifies that only metal cuts are used in the listings.
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Newspaper
San Antonio Sunday Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1902
Page
2
An early notice states advertisements are payable on the first of each month and in advance for transient ads. It specifies that only metal cuts are used in the listings.
H. J. Moore of the City Advertising department advertises rapid artistic displays and write ups. Call 176 or drop a postal to arrange ads that will bring the best results.
Publisher announces regular reporters Allie Martin Fred W Mosebach and Lee Johnson as the staff of reporters. Special reporters will be provided with credentials by the undersigned.
Special notice states I will not be responsible for any bills contracted in the name of The Light or in my individual name unless a written order is issued by T. B. Johnson Manager San Antonio Light Special Agency S C Beckwith Tribune Building New York or 510 512 The Tribune Building Chicago.
A discussion on how beauty acts as a grace and reform agent, shaping moral character and patriotism. It argues that attractive surroundings deepen love of home, foster civic pride, and influence behavior, with examples ranging from debates on beauty's impact in court to the broader social value of well kept environments.
The piece extols beauty in homes and nature as a civilizing force. It argues that loving beauty in mothers and households prevents vice, inspires better living, and elevates character, urging parents to foster a beautiful, instructive home life for children and society.
An 19th century advertisement claims Grove's Black Root Liver Pills use an active principle from Back Root to act on the liver like calomel with no griping or sick stomach. It promises relief from chronic constipation and lists a price of 2½ cents.
A man who dreamed of West Point returns home in disgrace after failing to meet the academy’s math standards. He had long admired military leaders and pressed through exams by sheer determination, insisting he would serve his country as a soldier despite a cut short career.
Tom defies family plans and West Point rules to enlist in a volunteer regiment bound for the Philippines. He rises from private fears to corporal as his unit attacks a Moro fort on the hill, while his romance with Mabel ends and Nina Blount remains a quiet supporter of his cause.
In the Cordillera campaign a Philippine assault unfolds with Major and officers falling under Moro cannon. Sergeant McGregor assumes command, redirects trenches behind a rock and trees, charges the fort, captures the Filipino flag, and earns praise and a promotion. Mabel and Nina witness the heroism while Tom Wiseull remains aloof.
Grove's Black Root Liver Pill claims an active principle from Black Root. It is described to act on constipation. The price is 25 cents.
Postmaster G. G. Clifford leads a large party from St Louis Chicago and New York returning from a coastal outing. The group at Green's tarpon club house near Rockport enjoys fishing sailing bathing and regatta planning. Members include Major Morrill d G Miller Judge Skinker and many bankers and railroad officials.
Laura Smith alias Hunth and Henry Smith were arrested Saturday morning at Lovelock by Detective Womack on information from Palestine Texas police. Palestine authorities wired to hold both and were sent to this city within an hour, then jailed after notification.
A Mexican held by Officer Green on Jones avenue after being accused of attempting to assault two young girls was released as no evidence supported the accusation. The children were taken to police headquarters and County Physician D Berrey examined them and found no injuries or proof of an attack.
Philip Bishop of San Antonio endorses Dr Borders at the British Medical Institute 201 Avenue C claiming long cancer history and successful treatment with little scar. The ad cites cures for skin and rectal diseases, piles, impotence, sterility, and other ailments with hours 9 am to noon and 1 30 to 8 pm.
The Southern Pacific Land and Immigration agents hold a June conference in Galveston with a dense program from June 20 to 26. It covers talks by J M Vance on West and Southwest Texas, tours of Beaumont Houston Victoria and Corpus Christi, entertainment, an old time fish fry, church services, and a special train with stops at Arkadegra? and Sugarland among others.
Building permits list several projects with costs: J T Wilson to erect iron clad warehouse on Perez Street for 800 dollars. Mrs Welch to erect closet on Jackson Street for 10 dollars. A Bibl to build four room dwelling on North Flores Street for 400 dollars. Mrs Kampmann to repair store front on West Commerce Street with unclear cost. Otto Lindau to erect stable on South Presa Street for 860 dollars. Geo M Maverick to erect awning on Houston Street for 250 dollars.
In a tale of wealth and romance, Ethel Bradley, heiress and social belle, falls for Ned Hughes the coachman she first trusted for his skill and wit. After a series of clues from a missing heir hunt, Hughes returns as Sir Hugo St John, and wedlock with Ethel is consummated in a surprising twist of identity and class.
Postmaster G G Clifford returns from the coast and fills a substitute carrier position with Fred Bell. Lucy M Lytle, money order clerk, takes a month’s leave and plans to depart for Colorado. Letter Carrier E J Fisher travels to Kokomo Indiana to visit aging parents. Sub Carrier Dan C Bitter covers the route. U S Marshal Captain George L Liebrecht heads to San Francisco to deport several Chinamen and take one free here and several from El Paso.
The Woodmen picnic committee in New Braunfels plans a final meeting this week to close business. Magnolia Grove Woodmen Circle reports Friday initiations and refreshments. Alamo ruling Fraternal Mystic Circle initiated members. July first meeting to elect officers. Knights of the Maccabees to meet and wrap up Beethoven hall performance proceeds. Akicita Tribe and Leora Council I O A M to host lawn party June 18 at 214 Warren St. Alamo Hive No 22 Ladies of the Maccabees reports nine new initiates and healthy condition. Ed Ashley of Vas o arrived in the city as Eagles delegate to Minneapolis and will stay until Monday. He is a longtime Bel Paso resident and active Eagle.
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