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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1908

Page

5

Democratic executive adopts May 2 primary for delegates

In a two hour meeting the Bexar County Democratic Executive Committee approved a May 2 primary to select delegates and alternates at large to the Democratic National Convention and delegates to the county convention. The vote split amid debate over how delegates are chosen and whether primaries or conventions should determine representation.

W. N. Cami Yeilbron J. H. Rags Wale H. B. Sailiway Whiie Selig Dentschuun Mr. Dautachmen Alek Denttechman Marshall Hicks Messrs. Saliway Henry Varnar J. H. Magsiale W. A. Morten Meyer Neulachinatt Wicks Batley Mmethod Ilegii Bexar County Texas Mort Worth Bexar Enunty Pexis San Antonio Kort Worth Onds Deta Exid Engqintbuia CO. L. Buss Eldvidga Voll Bass A.J. Avant Sr. T. Connor Antonio Terreris W. B. Ker A. J. Lipscomb Wo Nliam B. W. Knnox Selig Deutschmann Albert Hohrath HE. B. Salliway Russell Caffery William Jones A. E. Heilbron Orn Baird J. P. Dashiell Robert O'Grady Joe Heblalper J. TD. Berk Bascom Bell Richard Wuckley J. H. Ragsdale

Workers Seek Independent Federation Amid Union Talks

A meeting place set for next Monday in Chigaga aims to form an independent federation uniting the Western Federation of Miners United Miners of America and several craft unions. The move is seen as a challenge to the central federation with the San Antonio political scene also in flux as Democratic leaders plan a county convention and primary costs.

Chivaxe Chigaga Western Federation of Miners United Miners of America Hreivery Workers’, Lithogrophers' and Woon Workers’ Unions W.D. Haywit E. Mahoney James Kirwin Robert Randall J. C. Downey J. W. Gallahan Roderick Nebeczie Ernest Mills Federation of Tabor Dioiburel Ceutrcal

Threat Worries Traders on New York Produce Exchange

Members of the Produce Exchange fear a black hand letter demanding one thousand dollars under threat to destroy the exchange next week. W H Trafton, a leading floor figure, received the note. Police assistance has been sought to trace the letter’s source as the exchange shutters its gallery to the public following anarchistic outbreaks.

New York Produce Exchange W. H Trafton Flaslight Prodwie Exchange Stork Dutton

Denial of Slush Fund Payment in New York Race

Cornelius N Biles treasurer of the Republican committee stated that no contribution of 50000 was given to the campaign fund by the Metropolitan Street Railway. He rejected a published report claiming a 500000 donation and dismissed threats of an indictment as unfounded while defending the party’s conduct.

New York Cornelius N Biles Metropolitan Street Railway Company

Shook Out of Danger and Other Legal Tidings

Reports from Santy Ross say Shook is out of danger and may leave hospital soon. Clive Shaul is also out of danger. Walter Darbin ran out on bands after release by Justice Ben Fisk yesterday afternoon. A habeas corpus matter was set at 750 dollars and may go before the grand jury now in session.

Santy Ross Clive Shaul Walter Darbin Ben Fisk Bianco Frederickshure M. Venee C. Bell Nelson Frederickature Pille Albin Sehiel Ase Blanco Roar Thysa Fisting Cresson

Calls on Texans 10 declare themselves on the Bailey issue

Machin Tex Apr 4 Judge G B Gerald of Waco calls Governor Campbell and others to declare their stance on the Bailey controversy and Dallegiamas. He attacks Campbell’s leadership and references San Antonio incidents, urging decisive public support or opposition amid political tension.

San Antonio Bailey Campbell Muld

County Treasury Balance Report From March

County Auditor Iram shows March expenditures of 12 674.63 reducing the treasury to 84 416 for the fiscal year. The report notes 2 874 42 spent on roads and bridges and cites no payments to the Fortwell and Fifty seventh district court as a factor in the lower monthly outlay.

Iram Sev Sima Fortwell and Fitty Corte

Day Back With Check in Antonia Property Dispute

Captain paymaster of public buildings returns to Antonia with $4000 rent for 15 months paid by Hugo Schmuelizer Co for the Alamo property in dispute.

Erin Antonia Hugo, Schmuelizer & Co Alamo

Is Found Dead in Rooming House Mystery Solved

A man identified as Amarifig May was found dead in a rooming house this morning. Police are investigating possible poisoning with no suspects named yet.

Workman Sues Cement Co for 25000 After Fall in Kiln

Wil liam Tarbert, a former employee, sues the Alamo Cement Company in district court for 25000 claiming severe burns and permanent disability from a fall while loading lime into a kiln at the San Antonio plant. He alleges rotten planks, a patched hole, and a dangerous work area caused by negligence. He was hospitalized and seeks damages.

Alatio Cément Company Williames Tarbert Alamo Genent Company San Antonio Attar Lon Hospital

Antitrust Hearing Draws Large Delegation to Capital

A substantial delegation from manufacturers, merchants, labor and agriculture attended a Senate or House judiciary committee hearing on antitrust law. Mayor Seth Low, KH. Wray, and other leaders represented various groups while officials from the National Coal Pilotation and United Mine Workers spoke on industry concerns and suggested reforms.

Washington Lve Loney Fornia Seth Low KH. Wray Abertshaw Tsuy N. Solleman Previdant Tinerners Anil Federation of Luthor John Mitcht All Tadianapolis Ther Refining Toited America

Loretta Whaley Faith in Common Law Spouse Is Firm

Loretta Whaley asserts she is firmly bound to her common law spouse Jan Knode Cook, former St. George's pastor, claiming a church sanction is unnecessary and vowing marriage if divorce occurs. She disputes rumors of hardship and cites earnings and an expected estate between $100,000 and $180,000.

Loretta Whaley San Francisco Gal Flority Whaley Jan Knode Cook St. George's Church Hempatone YxeMiner Today Florent W. Dalcolm Lempatrad Baltoln Hit Gort Cook Alva Daleohy Bulcoln

William Jennings Bryan Shuns New York Jefferson Dinner

W J Bryan declines invitation to attend the Jefferson Day dinner in New York citing the need for travel and scheduling. The telegram response indicates a polite refusal while acknowledging the invitation and discussing potential future participation.

New William Jennings Bryan

Raiders Raid Farm In Quiet Kentucky Night

Mismatched, fragmentary report from Tasington Kentucky describes horsemen raiding a tobacco farm near Mays under unclear April date. Fire destroyed tobacco beds by scraping and windows were broken. riders left before witnesses could react. First known night raid in Clark County.

Tabacco Bede Tasington Labrufta Nishtriders Friouxle Mays Fenaniy 4 Aquitla, Thoms Feunt Phe Ridera Thomas Sinaw Ik

Fire destroys Hotel Square in Meadville, large loss reported

A fire at the Lafayette Hotel in Meadville on April 4 forced over 100 guests to flee in night clothes. The blaze caused an estimated $100,000 in damage as guests left belongings behind, and the cause of the fire could not be ascertained.

Meadville Lafayette Hotel

San Antonio Area Weather Forecast Update

Tonight and Sunday show local rain possible with light winds. Minimum temperature 48, maximum 52 for the 24 hour period ending at daybreak. Observed temperatures today 43, compared with a year ago. General weather outlook for the region remains unsettled with possible broader patterns noted on a national page.

San Antonio

Gigantic Lockout Affects 140000 Workers At Fairs

A three day lockout disrupts 140000 workers including mavany and allied trades over hours and weekly day rest law. Protests occur with processions to cemeteries. authorities deploy troops to maintain order as crowds watch from balconies and streets. A separate New York meeting targets unemployed demonstrators with a planned circular from J A Hunts.

Desperate 17 Year Old Seeks Help After Desertion

A 17 year old mother deserted by her husband found shelter with police matron Campbell after reaching San Antonio amid destitute conditions. The young woman, with a one month old baby, was taken to City Hall where aid was organized, funds gathered, and efforts made to place her with relatives or a suitable home.

Har Varna San Antonio ii Weston Park Campbell Anew

Bond plan would fund Good Roads without tax rise in county

A county meeting with the Good Roads Executive Committee explores issuing 250000 dollars in bonds funded by readjustment of the road and bridge tax. The plan keeps the 15 cent tax rate, with the extra bonds covered by an adjusted distribution and increased property valuations, and requires an election vote.

Bexar County Cownig Ecauulssioners' Court Good Meads Commisseu Wiis Jagge & J. Brooke Albert Steves Chas Cresdon Ingal I Ts Mendy Aidster Hamsey Kapanett Ab

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