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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1896

Page

8

Spanish Cuban War News Darkened by Attacks and Fires

Havana reports say rebels burned Manuel Anton Morales estate near Almeria, and San Antonio estate near Alquizar valued at 300,000 dollars. Diana estate in Matanzas province valued above 000 was destroyed. Fourteen political prisoners were reported at Canta fort. Rebel leader Quintin Batataidas led an attack at Guyabo repulsed with casualties. Spanish forces suffered one captain wounded and losses at Candelaria.

Ipsurgenta Pri Cripple Spain Sos Havana Moralitoa Manuel Anton Morales Vlmer United States San Antonio Alquizar Mamerto Pulidond Candelaria

Smallpox Quarantine After New Texas Cases

Sualipor in Smith County reports two new smallpox cases with twenty exposures totaling twenty four. strict quarantine in place and no public alarm. In Chicago, Illinois the Democratic Convention set for June 24 and 25 following a conference among party leaders. Fort Worth reports James Sinclair, a barber, poisoned by carbolic acid amid gloom. Waco youths fight leaves one stabbed. other items note misidentification of a burglar and a burned post office in Vernal, plus Lawson's logs valued at $1500.

Smith County Tyrer Tex Connelly Lint Fort Worth James Sinclair

Galveston Railroads in Texas Aims and Political Note

The Galveston La Porte and Houston railroad led by president J Waldo faces possible Southern Pacific control as new alliances form. In Dallas a new Texas Trunk railway venture seeks extension rights, while commentary on Negro influence in Republican conventions argues for equal party organizing and social recognition in Texas politics.

Galveston la Porte Houston Austin Tex J. Waldo Southwestern ‘Stake Association Galveston, la Porte and Houston Waldo Ling Efonston Transportation Company Southern Pacific la Porte Road Dallas and Bouthenstern Edward II. Pardes New York Dallas McKinney Texas Trunk Railway Pardes Texas Trunk Xantman County Pardee Cal Newcomb Texas Chen Forca South Spealker Mission Garden Fv Dred Msnet

Democratic Convention Committee Plans Colosseum Prep

A Chicago based report states the Democratic Convention Committee in charge of arrangements, led by Chairman Harsity, toured the Illinois Central suburban area to inspect Whomoth Coliseum as the nominal convention venue scheduled for July 6.

A. B. .Booth People's Party J. J. Waddell Central Committee Palia Ait Ait Aprizl Chicago Harsity Illinois Central Ts MsMmoth Coliseum

Texas T. P. A. Adjourns, Officers Elected in Dallas

The Texas T P A adjourned to meet next year in Houston. Officers elected include Vernon W Jones as president Chas L Sanger first vice president J J Simmons second vice president F L Jordan third vice president Malcolm Graham secretary treasurer. Galveston post designated official organization but resisted. Charlie lockatt ex alderman of Cleburne arrested on forgery charge.

Houston Benish Sunday Lion Dallas Tex Vernon W. Jones Chas. L. Sanger Waco Yice J. J. Simmons F. L. Jordan Fort Worth Malcolm Graham Galveston J. M. Benish Suxnay Sraur Cleburne Charlie Lockatt

Catholic rites and parish events across local churches

The bishop confirmed seventy five converts at St Hedwig last Wednesday. Heather Audet from Santa Novaos pils joined him. Fr Blahap Forest travels to Casteau villa to administer confirmations and returns tomorrow. Rev McSorley of Beaumont attended city events and a funeral. Next Sunday first communion at St Marys at 7 20, with vesper prayers. A bishop trip to Elmendorf is planned next Wednesday. A Polish built church three miles from Ityls costs about 1200. The parish will include about thirty families. St Josephs society meets in coming area terms. St Marys branch K of A plans a regular meeting Tuesday night.

St. Hedwig Heather Audet Santa Nova Elmendorf Ityls St Joseph's Society Lermusa St. Mary's Branch Fort Po Trentied

Converts of a New Religious Circle Arrive in Chicago

Representatives of the International Commercial Travelers Circle Order of King's Sons arrived in Chicago to establish a mission among travelers. The group aims to reform commercial travelers through Christian living and example, with a silver cross badge and a one dollar initiation dues. Members pledge to follow Jesus Christ and abstain from evil as part of this new organization.

Chicago International Commercial Travelers’ Circle Order of King's Sons Phe ¢Iele United States Canada Inwa Lord Jesus Christ Order of King’s Soul

King's Sons Disk Distribution Prompts Reader Interest

A religious group, the King's Sons, distributes over 162 gay disks bearing verses like Jesus died for thee to attract public attention. Leaders listed include President John De Witt of Brooklyn and vice presidents in Albany, Baltimore, Boston, Plainfield, Philadelphia, with Edwin S. Trohbins as secretary treasurer. Separately, Bavaria faces the longest lawsuit on record, a 36-year case from 1505 between Nurginn and the Lords of hunger over entailed rights and a forest dispute, unfolding in Unterfranken.

Jesus John de Witt Brooklyn N. Ys Gus Hannock Albany N. J Sccond R. M

Local Hotel Stake Drive Weighs Future of Menger Property

Citizens debate the sale of the Menger hotel, with H B Kampmann proposing a stock company to raise 8503,000 for transfer and improvements. A corporate committee backs a plan, while negotiations with Kampmann stall as architects draft expansions and financing nears 100000.

San Antonio H. GB. Kampmann Business Men’s Club Citizess Qumimitier Fama Vom! Inlytes Kampmann Alon Plaza Jum Street

Juvenile Arrest In Sebulenburg Case Sparks Action

A 14 year old identified as Jota Brown was arrested by Darcutlyn Shonf sosterdy after an incident at Wot bar in Sebulenburg. The suspect, described as part of a four colored group, is linked to an earlier confrontation at Dr. Clark’s home, with authorities continuing the inquiry and seeking further details.

Jota Brown Darcutlyn

The Evy Club Ball At Mission Garden

Despite bad weather the Indies of the Toy Social club hosted a soap year ball at Mission garden at night. The event drew a strong crowd and was described as a jolly, well attended social gathering with lively dancing and entertainment.

Toy Social Club Mission Garden

Saengerfest Preparations Under Way Attended Meeting

The Saengerfest committees met in Salztnhalt last night to finalize plans for the grand event. Soloists with orchestral accompaniment are confirmed and the program will feature mostly classical music with German and Dag subjects. Governor Culberson is expected to attend, and a substantial amount of literature will be distributed at the event.

Sehalztanalt Sears Ave Thorn Afr Culberson

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