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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1908

Page

5

Davidson Rules Poised to Rule on Sub mission Issue

Special to The Light from Austin Texas Aug 5 reports Attorney General Davidson and Deputy James J Walthall prepare an opinion on the submission issue. The opinion, due tomorrow, is said to support that the Terrell election law requires a majority vote within a party to demand a platform submission. Walthall says the request came from Will A Morris, a Democratic state committeeman.

Austin Tex aAttorey Davidson James J. Walthall Attorney General's Department Rently Terrell Big Democratic Party Teig Attor Walthall Will A. Morris Removcratic

Taken on charge of murder denied by suspect

A suspect arrested on a murder charge vigorously denies the allegations, asserting innocence as investigators pursue leads and await further evidence.

Man Confesses Witness but Denies Involvement in Mart Killing

Ruiz, a 26 year old tailor, was arrested by officers Will Green and Kit Korn at 11 am near the International and Great Northern depot in Waco in the Juan Pena murder case. He claims he came to see his sister, was with a group returning from a pool hall, and saw Genaro killed but had no hand in the crime. The case ties Pena to a prior shooting near San Fernando cemetery. Genaro allegedly died in Mart under the name Eayuel Genarto.

Bonafady Ruiz Will Green Kit Korn Connecion Juan Pena Aliaa Marl McLennan County Waco Mart Ruiz Focal Polices de- Wiitico Vy Wice Kent Waco Lamor Row Nuiz McLennan Via International & Great Northern West Commerce Street Genarlo Generio Parez San Fernando Nana Eayuel Genarto

Mayor Callaghan Leaves With Family for Month

Mayor Callaghan and his sons depart for Farpon for a month. He will return on the 20th to attend a Houston street improvement meeting. City officials prepare pending matters, including a bridge alteration contract, with Alderman Richter acting as mayor in his absence.

Callaghan Tymys Ng Alfred Callaghan Bryan Mailerman G. A. Mauermann Farpon Tnst Houston Onilaghan

Gompers To Draw 10000 In Fort Worth Visit

Fort Worth Texas Augusta City Woodman of this time today received word from President Gompers of the American Federation that his September visit to Fort Worth will last three days. He plans to address a large crowd and visit Dallas and other Texas cities.

Fort Worth Tex Augusta C, T Woodman Gompers American Federation of

Yellow fever quarantines cast South Texas cities in war on mosquitoes

State Health Officer urges South Texas towns to boost sanitation as Yellow fever spreads in parts of Mexico. Dr J F Braves of the health department reports multiple fatalities and calls for stricter quarantines against Mexican points entering Texas. Audits and notices emphasize mosquito control measures.

South Texas Audtin Awe. Das Mexico J. F. Braves Wc Ulate Stanby Texas South

Two Shot In Street Riot in Pensacola

Pensacola Florida August a fight between streetcar workers and black passengers led to two shots in the street near a BagShore car. One man was killed and another seriously wounded as the incident arose from fare refusal.

Pensacola Fla Nesses Street Railway

Couple Receives Marriage License in County Clerk Office

A couple named James Wortham and Bulph Lewis obtained a marriage license in a morning ceremony at the county clerk’s office. The official issuance confirms their legal eligibility to marry and marks a formal step in their union. Further details on date or upcoming ceremony were not provided in the readable text.

James Wortham Bulph Lewis

Markets Amid Mixed Prices In New Orleans Report

New Orleans markets show varied activity with cotton and grains fluctuating. Interior shows receipts and shipments changing from last year, with mixed signals across nearby futures and spot markets in New Orleans and other cities including Liverpool, New York, and Houston.

New Orleans Hull Yoeter Liverpool New York Galverton Houston

Gun Fight Lays Five Wounded in Layman Kentucky

A gun fight at Howard's store in Layman near Harlan left John Blanton dead and Sherman Blanton, Stockley Osborn, and Lee Russell wounded. A fifth unidentified youth was shot as a school election dispute broke out after last Saturday's vote. The incident occurred last night amid tensions over the local school election and other local grievances.

Harlan Patilo Howard John Blanton Sherman Blanton Stockley Osborn Lee Russell

Fire destroys church and homes in Temple incident

Fire of incendiary origin gutted the Wannet church and Negro residences in Temple on August 4. Estimated loss about 5000 dollars, partially insured. Authorities follow a developing clue as investigators probe arson.

Temple Tex Wannet Church Canning Ass

Forest Fire Destroys Town of Michel in British Columbia

A massive forest fire in Michel, near Vancouver, British Columbia, raged for three days and consumed the town. Winds shifted from east to west, turning gale force and driving flames from the hill toward the rail yard, destroying four loaded rail cars and two CPR locomotives as crews fought to save homes and lives.

Vancouver B. CO Michel Kootinal Eerness City Inn Iniue Tadars Car Company Canadian Pacific Garry

Submittal Question On Terrell Act Set To Be Decided

The attorney general's department received a letter from Wit A Morriss of Sad An ivale asking if section 120 of the Terrell election law requires a majority of all votes polled or a majority of votes cast for a submission to prevail. Debate centers on whether the prohibition ship is submitted. the attorney general is considering the issue and a decision is expected to shape the submission outcome.

Avetin Tex Attorney General’s Department Morriss Democratic Yovern Potls Beira Ri Ig

Hollamon’s Bereavement Reported in Seguin

A message to the United States marshal’s office from Lovday states that Magistrate John G. Gordon has died at Seguin. Mrs Gordon is the mother in law of Deputy United States Marshal T. H. Hoilemon.

United States Lov Day Mag. John G. Gordon Seguin

Local Weather Report for New Anton and Vicinity

Weather outlook for New Antonio and vicinity with mostly cloudy conditions today through Thursday. Minimum temperature shown as 70 degrees and maximum around 96 on the 24th, per the weather office. a comparison with last year follows.

Antonio Tontehk Thorrtay Tampanares

Anarchy Grips Georgia Towns After Dynamiting Probe

At Brighton near Birmingham deputies arrest Will Miller in connection with a recent dynamiting at Finley Fuller’s home. Miller’s body is later found hanged in a maple tree after the jail break. a massive mass meeting vows to curb lawlessness as further violence erupts in the region. Governor considers sending troops as conditions worsen.

Birmingham Aly Brighton Woodward Will Milter Finley Fuller Miller Uning Blow- Ingham Nanpington Prlynton Wylam

Bryan to Be Openbinder and Campaign Tour Across Nation

Affalo New York reports Bevan and Bryan plan a broad campaign tour covering most major cities from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Norman Mack, Democratic National Committee chairman, outlined a general itinerary with Kern, the Democratic vice presidential candidate, possibly joining and speaking with Ursa during a visit to New York State.

Affalo N.Y Bevan Atlantic Pacific Norman Mack Democratic Nationa Committee Kern Cand Data Mackhopiz

Screen Foils A Burglary At East Houston Street Store

Daniel preservation clerk at Tuogidad's dog store on East Houston street found a rear window tampered with and screws removed but a wire screen blocked entry. He believes a night watchman frightened off the would be burglar and notes the place was burglarized earlier.

Daniel Tuogidad East Houston Street

Hatchet Attack Sparks Stampede in South Concho Fight

A Jamaica native, Alesander Wiles, allegedly attacked Tom Evans with a hatchet after a heated quarrel in South Concho Street last night. Evans warded off the strike and Wiley was fined one dollar and exiled with a five knot punishment.

Alesander Wiles Jamaica South Concho Tom Kynns Kaye Evans Wiley

Bisbee flood wrecks post office and offices

In Bisbee Arizona on August 4 a cloudburst tore down a street side building and wrecked a distillery business office complex. Damage is estimated at 100 dollars. Postmaster Cassidy and 18 office workers narrowly escaped as floodwaters surged through the Poste Office with water several feet deep. Thousands of tons of rock and dirt were swept into the streets and surrounding areas.

Biubie Ariz Pal Street Cassidy

Sells flesh buys machine in West Texas scope

A note from Uvalde reports a local trader Mawers sold a carload of mowers in New Orleans for 1060 dollars. Mr Flowers studies automobile operation for investment. Mawers owns large ranch near Crass Canyon, praised as prime winter land. rain prospects uncertain, business pace remains brisk in town.

BR. Mowers Uvalde Agers New Orleans Mr. Flowers Mr. Mawers Texas Flowers

Airship Bolts to Ruin in Thunderstorm Crash

An airship named Zehiporin exploded during a thunderstorm over Siulignet Ark 2 GomTne. Reports say the craft was struck by lightning before the blast, leaving the vessel completely ruined according to West authorities.

Patrick Donoghue Granted Month Long Leave of Absence

Patrick Donoghue received a one month leave of absence reportedly for personal reasons including health. The action allows him to visit relatives in California, with authority noted for the absence.

Patrick Donoghue Donoghus Ciclifortia

Death of San Antonio Peace Officer Knox Shocks City

William M. Knox a 54 year old San Antonio police sergeant died suddenly while en route to Otto Rock's Grocery on South Laredo Street. He had served as a law officer since age 37 and recently left desk duty due to ill health. Neighbors report he may have suffered a heart-related collapse amid neighborhood disputes. Knox was famed for arrests against law breakers, notably the capture of “King Fisher,” and was the son of the late William B. Knox a former Texas militia brigadier general and county sheriff.

William WM. “Knox South Laredo Street Otto Rock Mr. Rock Billy” Knox San Antonio Ttbeta Walle Racks State Sonid Thomas Hemandex Poltee Knox Cama Billy Wea Ron Ore Devedent William B. Knox Tke Texas Bexar County Charles . Stevens Igag Willan B. Knox Alamo Senate

800 Men Go On Strike at Canadian Pacific Shops

Winnipeg reports 800 workers including craftsmen and apprentices walked out without warning. Timeframe shifts show 2200 men reportedly quit or refused to work across the system, per Bell Hardy in Montreal. The strike hit Canadian Pacific rail shops and spread nationwide.

Winnipeg Canadian Pacific Railroad Hanved Stramen Bell Hardy Sommites Montreal Jel Anguaigue Canadian Pacific Railway

Divorce actions filed in Piray district court

Two suits were filed this morning in the Piray seventh district court seeking divorce. Ida Behulix Goltbeck sues Bem Goliberk alleging a long but broken marriage dating from 1889 after about 30 years of cohabitation. James Shiver sues Viewle Shiner for divorce.

Aleddin Piray Ida Behulix Goltbeck Aginst Bem Goliberk Marefot James Shiver Agatage Viewle Shiner

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