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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1912
Page
2
Report recounts clashes with rebels across towns, noting 15 federal and 7 rebel deaths at Kuila and a later battle near Retes and Pericos where 100 troops were defeated. Two railroad workers on a moving train counted ten dead. reinforcements arrived too late to prevent losses.
Secret service men and soldiers have seized 50 000 rounds of ammunition bound for Mexican rebels since Saturday. Rebels use women and children to smuggle cartridges across the river. Among those arrested was a 12 year old boy who carried 149 cartridges and was to be paid 25 cents for the delivery.
Twenty rebels are captured as part of a force of 700 insurgents that began activity near Monterey. The operation occurred near Laredo Texas with swift pursuit and restraint by authorities. Further details on outcomes and command structure were not disclosed.
A testimonial touts Eckman’s Alterative as curative for lung and throat ailments. A woman from Aurora, NL, claims lifelong bronchial trouble ended after using the medicine. She cites improved health, absence of symptoms, and continued written updates, urging readers to request the book and contact Fischer’s Drug Store for sale details.
Volunteers captured a group yesterday near Bustamante, 80 miles south of Monterey, and moved them to Nuevo Laredo today without bloodshed. Prisoners are held in barracks. About 100 passengers traveled from Mexico today, mostly women and children.
President Taft authorized the shipment into Mexico of several consignments of munitions for President Madero's army. An industrial concern was also permitted to receive 7500 cases of dynamite.
Five hundred twenty Yaqui fighters from the Yaqui river country have joined the federal forces and march toward Hermosillo to engage rebels. A small engagement was reported at Bavispa yesterday with an unspecified outcome.
Papers filed today record the sale of Amrhein estate property dissolving the San Pedro Zoo in San Antonio. Buildings will be torn down and hauled away. The sale included stuffed birds and animals, historic relics, a German gun, and a cannon ball from the Alamo siege.
Fort Worth April 9 Identification of anonymous letters in the Norris case and a sheet of paper with sentences dictated by the County Attorney Hosey were identified by Clarence Ousley, foreman of the grand jury that indicted Dr Norris, at the trial opening.
Fire swept through the business district of Coahoma Texas ten miles east of here early today destroying the section. Estimated loss reached thirty thousand dollars.
Special to The Light from Laredo Texas reports that Mexican employees on the National railways may join American conductors and engineers in a walkout. Rail men predict a wage cut of at least 60 percent on all National roads if Americans strike. Mexican workers oppose the walkout, fearing wage reductions and likely to strike in sympathy.
American conductors and engineers employed by the National Railways of Mexico plan a walkout on April 15 unless circumstances change. Some 750 workers would be affected as managers refused their demands. Ambassador Wilson had tried to avert the strike, but to no avail.
Report from Laredo Texas notes E Corri gan and P Curtis of the engineers and conductors avoiding comment on the Mexican railroad crisis while confirming last night's forecast of trouble. Ninety eight percent of American railroad workers vote to depart if needed to push their demands. Officials warn Mexico could struggle to staff its lines with adequate men if Americans leave.
L Bozeman a night mail clerk was sentenced to two years in Atlanta federal penitentiary for opening and removing money from letters. Post office inspectors caught him in the act while taking money from a letter in Baton Rouge.
Many cases of piles have been cured by a trial package mailed free in plain wrapper. If it proves valuable, purchase from your druggist at 50 cents a box. Clip the free coupon and mail with your name and address to avoid surgery and bills.
Turmoil grips Texas Republicans as anti Oppenheimer factions plan a meeting in San Antonio to gain control of the party. They aim to influence precinct conventions and nominate delegates for the national convention while Taft supporters push for district delegates via the state convention.
George R. Gillette appears set to be the Citizens' league candidate for the thirty seventh district court judge, opposing Edward Dwyer and replacing James D. Walthall who will seek attorney general. Gillette’s prior league work and commission charter activity align him with the movement as Lightfoot declines reelection and J. F. Carl is urged to run for attorney general.
Several hundred delegates arrive for the second annual National Drainage Congress in New Orleans. A committee to Washington on a national river regulation and reclamation commission is expected to be acted upon. Edmund T. Perkins of Chicago notes resolutions from Chicago last year will be renewed. An auto tour and harbor river trip are planned for delegates.
The Arizona House passed the suffrage bill 21 to 4 yesterday and sent it to the Senate. Senate leaders announced public hearings before action.
The first annual hall of railway mail clerks will be held April 11 at Elks hall.
An old ad copy promotes Eimer and Amends NY 2851 for relief of rheumatism. It claims high recommendation from users and notes it is sold by all druggists. It lists A Collman as plumber with two phones.
An advertisement argues a disease tax drains wealth and promotes promulsion, an ozonized cod liver oil emulsion, as a preventive health tonic. It targets families, touting strength, purification, and easy consumption, offering a 3 oz bottle by mail from 548 Pearl street.
Acceptances from 150 merchants for a Kerrville trip on April 11 under the Manufacturers and Jobbers league. A special train leaves Sap depot at 8 AM and arrives Kerrville at 4 25 PM with stops along the route. Expenses set at 8 dollars and tickets not required as collections will be made on the train.
County commissioners agreed to settle for 75 with attorney and U S commissioner R L Edwards who filed a 100 bill for legal work defending the county in last year’s injunctive suit. The case involved residents opposing the creation of a new district to establish a high school.
Davis, an SP shop yards clerk, departed for Ennis to take a similar position with the Houston and Texas Central railroad. He has lived in San Antonio for two years and has many friends here.
A historic beauty note presents two remedies from Louise LeBlanc. Wrinkle Remover uses powdered saxolite dissolved in hazel water as a wash lotion for instant effects. Face Peeler applies mercorized wax at night to shed worn skin in thin flakes, revealing a fresh under layer with a rose tint, claiming inexpensive drugstore ingredients.
City voters faced unusual campaigning as Mayor Callaghan reportedly ordered all city employees to vote for Goggan Florian and Bliss. Opponents mobilized for Duggan Hensel, while rumors of black voters influencing the ballot proved unfounded. Polls closed at 6 pm with results to be canvassed by the school board.
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