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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1912

Page

2

Provisions of Terrell Law Highlight Election Representation

Dallas Aug 7 The Terrell election law provisions are explained by Senator Maen McNealus noting that representation for the San Antonio state convention will be based on the July 27 primary rather than the 1910 election. Delegates may be instructed only via a 10 percent petition and majority vote under section 140 of the Terrell law.

Dallas Tex Texas J. C. Maen McNealus San Antonio Terrell Galveston Democratic Executive Committee

Roosevelt and Johnson Nominees Face Rough Platform Debate

Delegates at the convention adjourned for a 1 pm recess after Fort of New Jersey moved the break. Roosevelt and allies reviewed the draft platform with his team, aiming for a concise 1500 word document, while factions debated corporate control and taxation amid heated discussion.

Fort New Jersey Roosevelt

Cement Walk Man Endorses Plant Juice Cure

San Antonio contractor N F Jordan testifies Plant Juice relieves his ten year stomach trouble and indigestion. He claims it helps liver kidney and blood derangements, is vegetable and potent, and recommends trying Fischer's drug store at Alamo.

N. F. Jordan San Antonio Fischer Ton and Alamo

Stubbs Probably Wins Curtis Seat in Kansas Senate Race

Early returns from the Kansas statewide primary suggest Governor W. R. Stubbs has defeated Charles Curtis for Curtis seat in the U S senate. Overnight clerks resolved contests in the First and Third districts giving incumbents Anthony and Campbell Republican nominations by reduced majorities. Democratic races for senate and governor appear close with figures from all counties needed.

Topeka Kan W. R. Stubbs Charles Curtis United States Senate Stubbs Curtis D. R. Anthony P. P. Campbell J. B. Billard Topek George H. Hodges W. H. Thompson Hugh Farrelly Arthur Capper Frank Ryan Loeren

Automobile Licenses Listed for Dr G L Johnson and Others

License records show No 264 for Dr G L Johnson at 1221 Virginia boulevard No 2616 for James D Russell at 111 River avenue No 2616 for Henry Rodgers at 219 Powder house street and No 2613 for J P DeLesdernier at 205 West Craig place.

Dr. G. L. Johnson Virginia Boulevard James D. Russell River Avenue Henry Rodgers Powderhouse Street J. P. DeLesdernier West Craig Place

Burial Permits for Local Residents

Burial permits issued for William F. Arnold age 66 who died August 6 on San Juan Road Florence Murray eight months who died August 6 at 3116 West Houston Street and Frances Stapleton 26 who died August 6 at 2421 Wyoming Street.

William F. Arnold San Juan Road Florence Murray West Houston Street Frances Stapleton Wyoming Street

National development and tariff reform in a new era

A speech argues for broad national progress beyond party or office battles. It calls for open public counsel on tariffs and trusts, expansion of banking and currency rules, and protecting citizens while expanding opportunity. It stresses cautious, downward tariff revision and inclusive governance.

The Philippines Republican Party Congress

Voice of the People on Economic Reform and National Service

Public address argues for partnership between labor and capital, calls for banking and currency reform, and urges conservation, waterways, and a revived merchant marine. Emphasizes federal responsibility, education, and a government free of private manipulation in policy.

America Philippines Philippine Islands

Texas Rifle Team to Compete at Sea Girt

Adjutant General Hutchings announces Texas will be represented in the interstate rifle matches at Sea Girt despite the War Department’s refusal to authorize official team participation. The selected members will fund most expenses themselves, with the state covering transportation. Last year’s regimental team won the interstate championship and holds the Ramboldt trophy, to be defended this year or lost by default.

Austin Tex Hutchings Secretary of War Texas Sea Girt N. J

Pure Food Commissioner to Inspect San Antonio Dairy Herds

Pure Food Commissioner Abbott travelled to San Antonio to inspect local dairy herds for bovine disease, part of a statewide series of checks with dairymen largely cooperative. He will meet with city chemist and bacteriologist Dr Q B Lee who was recently appointed state inspector.

Austin Tex Abbott San Antonio Q. B. Lee

Polling Place Changes Announced for Two Precincts

The city council changed polling locations for precincts 12 and 23 yesterday due to homeowners not allowing their sites. Precinct 12 moved from 407 North Pecos to Otto Elvert at North San Saba and Morales. precinct 23 moved from 1503 Jones to Felix Trevino at 524 Diaz. Voters were notified by post cards.

Pecos Street Otto Elvert San Saba Morales Street Jones Avenue Felix Trevino Diaz Avenue

Col A H Swanson Dies at 84 in Pass Christian

Col A H Swanson died shortly after midnight in Pass Christian Mississippi at 84 years old. He was among the last living pioneers in Texas and Louisiana railway construction, linked with Morgan's Louisiana and Texas line and the Houston and Texas Central and branches. He led management of the latter road, served as receiver for the Cotton Belt lines in 1891 with Col S W Fordyce, and leaves many relatives in Texas cities.

Houston Tex A. H. Swanson Pass Christian Miss Texas and Louisiana Colonel Swanson Morgan Louisiana and Texas Houston & Texas Central Col. S. W. Fordyce Texas

Electrocution accident halts lineman in Austin

E Baird a 30 year old Western Union lineman was partially electrocuted in Austin Texas when he touched a live wire at work. He hung suspended briefly before being lowered. One arm and his face were seriously burned with additional injuries reported and a full recovery hoped for.

Austin Tex E. Baird Western Union Telegraph Company Lie

Vote for A. H. Jones for Mayor

A political notice urges voters to support A. H. Jones in the mayoral race. The call emphasizes backing the candidate without presenting additional platforms or opposition details.

Death ends misappropriation case in West Chester

Colonel Gibbons Gray Cornwell died by his own hand aboard a Pennsylvania train while returning from New York to answer charges of misappropriating funds. Merchants and professionals planned to aid his family as an investigation into missing sums, estimated between 55 000 and 150 000 dollars, began. Cornwell held trust funds and estates worth about a quarter of a million dollars and resigned as commander of the Sixth regiment. He left a widow and four children.

Westchester Gibbons Gray Cornwell New York Cornwell William Mullen West Chester Colonel Cornwell Arthur B. Reid Darlington Harrisburg

Citizens' League Meeting Shapes 49th Precinct Vote

About a hundred voters in precinct 49 attended last night’s Citizens' league meeting at Roberts' place. A P Barrett C S Fowler Alderman Alexander Boynton and J S Kirche ville spoke outlining the league platform for tomorrow’s election and signals of strong support for Jones in the 49th.

Citizens’ League Roberts’ Place A. P. Barrett C. S. Fowler Alexander Boynton J. S. Kircheville Jones

Building Permits Reported For Multiple Dwellings

W F Swan files for a six room dwelling on Nolag street valued at 2400 dollars. William Maurer seeks a second story addition on Madison street valued at 1200 dollars. F Dugosh plans two three room dwellings on San Jacinto street valued at 500 dollars. Nic Binger proposes two room addition on Mulling street valued at 450 dollars. F A Eisele requests a stable on Barrett street valued at 500 dollars.

W. F. Swan Nolag Street William Maurer Madison Street F. Dugosh San Jacinto Street Nic Binger Mulling Street F. A. Eisele Barrett Street

Hot Springs Liver Buttons Ad Praises Remedy Fame

An advertisement from Hot Springs Arkansas touts HOT SPRINGS LIVER BUTTONS as the world’s greatest sanatorium remedy for constipation sluggish liver and related ailments. It promotes a 25 cent box and claims widespread consumer preference from Maine to California.

Hot Springs Arkansas San Antonio Maine California

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Ments. Outfitters Svete Aue Rey TWO_ CONVENIENT STORES Johnson Kansas Senate Stearns Stearns’ Electric Paste Co Chicago the Hudson Becs TO Hudson Galvez Hotel the Hudson Company Avenue C United States Mississippi River Panama Canal Suez Canal Democratic Party Horlice Sea Girl Pure Food A. H.jones Col. Swanson Pioneer Railroad Pass Christian, Miss A. H. Jones
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