Desertion and repairs mark Watters post notes
Private Schuler sentenced to nine months hard labor at Fort Sam Houston for desertion after capture at Seguin Texas. Post planning sewer and refrigeration upgrades to improve storage and dining facilities. Canteen to issue white helmets and duck uniforms for ceremonies. Mrs Frank Morgan and daughter to visit New York after five months at the post. Manila mail arrivals boost morale at the garrison.
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Schuler
Seguin
Tex
Fort Sam Houston
Quartermaster’s Department
Prs
Frank Morgan
Civil Service
Department of the East
Governor’s Island
N. Y
Ordnance
Heinrich Schonberg
New York
Battery Accident Injures None. Sergeant Chapman Returns
During a morning exercise the battery suffered equipment damage with a broken spare trail handspike and a split caisson chest bottom. Sergeant Chapman, recovering from an operation at the post hospital, is back on duty.
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Chapman
Corporal Herzog Undergoes Hospital Treatment After Operation
Cor poral Herzog is in the hospital receiving treatment following an operation. He stood the procedure and remains under care as authorities report his condition.
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Herzog
Tax payment deadline nears to save on penalties
Only 12 more days to pay city tax es and save interest, penalties and costs as shown in the notice. Officials urge prompt payment to avoid added charges and legal repercussions.
Captain John Green and the Philippines letters to San Antonio
Silas Mahavier describes Captain Green's exploits in the Thirty third infantry in the Philippines. The letter notes a pack train attack near a Candon, insurgents killed, and Green’s capture of rifles and ammunition. Mahavier asserts Green’s fighting record and popularity in San Antonio, while denying a claim he killed 5000 insurgents.
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Joseph Mahavier
van Ness Street
Silas
Company M Thirtythird Infantry
Philippines
Oscar Halamuda
Candon
Batalion
March
Green
San Jacinto
San Antonio
Grandma's Tea Claims Skin Beautifying Blood Purifier
Purports to beautify complexion and purify blood while curing constipation. Sold for 25 cents at druggists with money-back guarantee if not satisfied. Listed as a short-form advertisement.
Police Committee to Meet Investigate Charges Monday
City council police committee will convene Monday at 11 o clock to review charges before the board. All commissioners are urged to attend to complete the substantial business ahead.
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City Council
Noted Texas forger Abe Rothschild held for trial
Abe Rothschild, described as a celebrated con artist, is held in Bexar County jail awaiting trial in the Thirty Fourth District Court on two forgery charges. He is linked to a Gonzales jewelry theft and a long infamous murder case involving “Diamond Bessie,” with past convictions reversed on appeal by Judge George H. Clark.
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Bexar County
Texas
Wales Hennessy
Huntsville
Abe Rothschild
Green
Rothschild
Gonzales
L. A. Kerr
Cotulla
Tex
RE. Hertzberg and
Critzer Brothers
Kerr
Bessie Monroe
Bessie
Tefferson
Clark
Clark-Hogg
Train Timetable for San Antonio and Regional Lines
San Antonio timetable lists trains 1 2 4 7 8 9 10 with departures to Laredo Hearne St Louis and connections. Highlights include The I G N High Flyer at 12 30 via noon to St Louis and through sleepers, and through connections at Taylor Milano and Milano junction.
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San Antonio
St. Louis
Iron Mountain
Taylor
Hearne
Milano Junction
Frisco
Kansas City
Oklahoma
North Texas
N. M
Milano
I. M. Sloper
Gradma's Diarrhora Cure Promises Quick Relief
An old ad claims Grade Ma’s Diarrhora Cure will cure bowel complaints in one hour. It is offered at 25 cents at druggists with a satirical note that there is no cure, yet payment required.
Climate and Crops Report from the United States Weather Bureau
The weekly climate and crop bulletin notes warmer than normal temperatures across much of the country with varying rainfall. It cites drought in the Dakotas, Minnesota, and western Texas, heavy rains in the east Gulf States and Midwest, and favorable conditions for corn and oats in central valleys while wheat prospects vary by region. Crop progress includes winter wheat harvests in Kansas, Missouri, and Virginia, with issues in Kentucky, Ohio, and Michigan, and improved hay yields though overall light.
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United States Weather Bureau
James Berry
Climate and Crop Bureau
Ohio Valley
East Gulf States
Atlantic Coast
Middle
South Atlantic States
Lake Region
Mississippi River
Middle Plateau
California
Mississippi
Florida
Middle Atlantic States
Maine
New England
Rocky Mountain
Missouri
Upper
Upper Lake Region
Rocky Mountains
Gulf Coast
Lower
East Gulf Coast
Mid-E Atlantic Coast
Oklahoma
Texas
Mississippi Valley
North Pacific Coast
Missiouri
Red River
Georgia
Louisiana
Tennesse
Tennessee
Arkansas
Illinois
Iowa
Wisconsin
Indiana
Ohio
North Carolina
Plateau
Pacific Coast
Central
Kentucky
Dakotas
Minnesota
Montana
Middle Atlantic
Oregon
Washington
Maryland
Virginia
Gulf States
South Dakota
Kansas
Michigan
Earvesting
North Dakota
Northwest
Ohio Valey
Mr. Berry
Summer School Sees Large Attendance and Prizes
Eight elegant prizes are offered as summer school draws large attendance. Live teachers guide new pupils entering this week at the Alamo City Insurance Building, 617 St. Alamo.
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Alamo City
Alamo
Cheap lake lots for sale in Lakeview addition
Four 50 by 160 foot lots in Lakeview addition offered at half original price. Contact T. B. Johnson at the Light office for details on the sale of the cheap lots.
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Lakeview Addition
T. B. Johnson
Sleeper Service Expands San Antonio to Colorado Springs
A new sleeper runs nightly between San Antonio and Colorado Springs operated by M. E. & T. over multiple lines. The eastbound departure is 8 p.m. with arrival at Colorado Springs at 10 45 the next morning. The rolling stock of local lines was reassessed by the Bexar county board. Three livestock trains moved through via Southern Pacific from Eagle Pass to Kansas City.
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San Antonio
Colorado Springs
Southern Pacific
Fort Worth
Denver City
Colorado Southern
Regar
San Antonio and
Aransas Pass
San Antonio and Gulf
Bexar County
Board of Equalization
Texas
Gulf
Eagle Pass
Kansas City
Chittim Bros
Green Davidson
Charles Smith Visits Atlanta on Eight Year Return
Charles Smith, conductor of the Southern Pacific, travels to Atlanta with his family for a visit to his old home, which he has not seen in eight years.
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Charles Smith
Southern Pacific
Atlanta
O Newell Injured in Buggy Runaway Accident
Mr O S Newell superintendent of the Pullman company received a serious fall when his buggy’s king bolt broke on Sixth street causing his horse to run away. He suffered bruises to the body and injuries to the back and hip.
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O.S. Newell
Pullman Company
Sixth Street
Market Master Stricken With Paralysis
City Market Master Krempkau Sud Adolph Krempkau collapsed from a stroke yesterday afternoon around four. He was taken to his residence on Main Avenue and then to a hospital in critical condition.
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Adolph Krempkau
Main Avenue
Mids T
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Watters Military
Post News
United States
Manila
Captain John Green
Silas Mahavier
Halamuda
Adamer Bros
Corner Ave. C
Houston Street
Lidstetter
Duerler
Weeks
the Agricultural Department
Southwest
Palmetto
Joske’s
Iaker of
India
Ins
News OF the Railroads
Katy
Mr.onewell
Krempkau Sud
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