Wesley Gaines Defeated in Democratic Primary
In Nashville Tennessee on August 8 Joseph W Furnes defeated long time congressman Wesley Gaines in the Democratic primary. Gaines who served in the lower house for forty two years was praised as a tireless worker but will not return to Congress. Tennessee watchers predict his successor Mr Barnes may rise to become an even greater force.
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Tenn
Jenn ‘Wesley Gaines
Tennessee
Joseph W. Furnes
Washington
D. C
John Wesley Galnes
Congress
John S
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Tol Wesles Gaines
Barnes
Small Fire at 1046 South Alam A Treat Hall
Fire breaks out in the hall room of the Mouse family at 1046 South Alam A Treat at 9 this morning. Sol Saper and family narrowly escape in their clothing as neighbors assist. Fire quickly contained by department. house valued around 1500 with 1200 damage and 16 inch loss insured.
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Stariai
South Alam
Nat Kyon
Texas files rail rate complaint against Texas railroads
The Texas railroad commission filed a complaint with the Interstate Commerce Commission alleging increased freight rates by several Texas railroads. The commission's action mirrors earlier charges and seeks fast action, with notice to the railroads within 15 days for response.
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Milroad Commission
Texas
Agaiias
Freignt
Cates
Interstate Commerce Commission
Keane Bye Allison Mayceld
Texas Railroad Commission
Interstate Committee
Timas
Nstal
Deneen Leads By About 15000 In Illinois Race
Early results show Deneen ahead by roughly 12 000 to 15 000 votes for governor with a likely Democratic lean in Chicago area. Hopkins leads Foss in the U S Senate contest by about 6 000, while party managers claim gains in the legislature and possible nominations for lieutenant governor and supreme court clerk.
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Cileagu
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Dengen
Yates
Canator
Hopkins
Foss
Hs Anager
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Hin
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Tokel
Democrata
Clark
Supreme Court
Building Permits Record Listing
E G Hamilton seeks a skeroom dwelling in Delmar for 2400 dollars. A two fullsroom dwelling is planned on Quincy shreat at 1000 dollars. Realty Investment Co. proposes a four-room dwelling on Vitrex stredl for 1250 dollars.
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Delmar Sirvel
Quincy Shreat
Realty Investment Cn
Land Buyers at Fort Sam Houston seek bids for water system
Land buyers from Victoria and Sutherland Springs stayed in San Antonio after visiting the Allison Riding Land Co. A sealed bid for water and sewer work at Fort Sam Houston Cavalry Addition is due August 3, 1908, with plans viewable in the office. Bids must name manufacturers and firms and may be opened publicly. The Army reserves right to reject any or all bids.
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Tayo Privake
Allison-Riding Land Company
Southern
Osiie
Sutherland Springs
San Antonio
Olice
Fort Sam Hanaton
Tedas
Cavalry
Fort Sam Ionston
Fexag
Oor Manufculors
Rooja
U.S
Sentay
Fort Sam
Hertton
Texan
Fleming
Bryan to Make Tariff Talk in Des Moines Speech
Bryan prepares a tariff address for Des Moines Iowa to be delivered August 21 held as the nominee’s campaign pivot August 24 in Chicago Indians polls while seeking to energize traveling men and supporters in struggle for the Democratic ticket. Delegations from various states report sentiment for the national ticket but Bryan declines media comments.
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Bryan
Des Moines
Iowa
Kern
Democratic National
Uwinotsis
Braan
Clayton
Aisbania
Shairman
McClure
Mizaouri
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Fairview
Prohibition Candidate Almost Drowns in Pool Incident
Eugene Chen former prohibition candidate for president nearly drowned at a YMCA pool in Lincoln Nebraska on Saturday night. Three young men rescued him and Maurice Hyland confirms Chen was nearly helpless in the deep pool. He regained full ability after surfacing and later gave a Chautauqua address.
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Eugene Chen
Chafin
Maurice Hyland
Chian Wan
Texas Man Loses Memory Remains in St Louis Hospital
Albert Perviere a wealthy reverend from Galveston Texas has lived in a hospital in St Louis since Saturday with a loss of memory. He improved to recall his name and address but could not recognize friends who visited. A Galveston relative identified him and wired Dyslaclony for payment.
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St. Louis
Albert Perviere
Galveston
Texas
Poutaine
Gelveston
C. H. Brown
New Orleans
Feetiere
Boy Injured In Wheel Run-Over Accident
Fred Dominguez at 31 Ilon street White Mdlox bicycle rider was knocked from his bike by a team driven by Mic Romero at Commerce and Alam streets. The boy struck pavement, head injured, wagon passed over him, carried to drug store for treatment, serious wounds. Romero jailed on reckless driving charge, case set for police court pending condition.
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Llon Street
Commerce
Alam
Mic Romero
Wayriden
Hig
Romero
Offiver Parker
Ind
Martial Law Calls Rise After Georgia Strike Violence
In Birajinghan on August 10 authorities announced martial law in parts of the mining district amid three dozen arrests after a shooting during a strike. Several killed and 15 wounded, including African American and foreign workers. National Guards mobilized, leaders urged disarmament, and miners’ officials face arrest. Robert Sigmon wounded and near death. John P White of United Mine Workers arrived to advise.
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Dia
SS Vincent's Hospital
Robert Sigmon
Eis
Alabama National Guards
Opauty
Fair Rates Tomorrow for San Antonio Exposition
General passenger agents of Exap Talroads plan a meeting in the city to fix rates for the San Antonio Fair running September 26 to October 11. Early rates are expected to be the lowest in the fair’s history, aided by favorable conditions and an early holding date. Farmers are organizing early and will harvest in time to attend the big event for entertainment and instruction.
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Eexap
Jrirpore
San Anhinico
San Andonio
San Antonio
Artillery Batteries Return to Fort Sam Houston
The Third Artillery and two batteries from Camp Fatt Chattanooga Tennessee head back tonight to Fort Sam Houston. The Ninth Infantry Prat Battalion returns soon, restoring full strength to the post. First section arrives at 6 o clock, second at 10, with guns and carriages moved via Southern Pacific. Major Giehin G. Barty tz commands the artillery with Col. Lote Niles on leave.
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Fort Sam Houston
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Fire Claims Four in Tenement Tragedy on East 17th Street
A fierce blaze swept a crowded East 17th Street tenement in New York early today, killing four children of Vine Saustre, janitor, and injuring 19 others. Frank Saustre is dying from injuries while Saustre and his wife suffer severe burns. Ten people resided in the building as police report indicate incendiary origin despite odors of petroleum noted in the lower hall.
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S17th Street
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Vineeengd Saustre
Pai
Saustre
Hueus
Saustee
Halle
Convicts In Texas Pen Report From August 1 2536
Special to The Meght Austin Texas reports the state penitentiary holds its annual inspection with the financial agent overseeing the superintendent. The tally lists on hand seven total, several pardoned or executed, and a number of escapes and deaths recorded. The August 1 2536 figures show a volatile roster with 16 on compa test, 2 returned, and 5 deaths noted.
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Tonvicta
Todalyad
Aleritte
Tischaradd
State House Is Deserted After Convention Absence
The Texas capitol hours show a largely empty State House as officials attend the Syn Agricultural convention. Dr A Calvin appears to have a strong claim to Col Mines job for commissioner of jurisdiction.
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Sheatth
Austin
Tex
Angilo
A. Calvin
Col. Mines
Jeriowlitice
Wright to Win Governorship Likely at State Convention
In Chattanooga Tennessee on August 10 delegates gather for the Republican state convention. T.bury Wright of Rodlawood is nominated as the candidate for governor with eye toward the statewide race and a railroad commissioner seat also mentioned.
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Tatin
Filigen Hondred Semblicany
Momlyty i Aerrape
T. Bury Wright
Rodlawood
Dutch May Whip Castro
The Wague August 26 reports a lone interview with American minister here Arthur Deniinte on the dispute between Venezuela and the Netherlands. It notes the expulsion of M. de Ren, the Dutch minister at Caracas, and discusses foreign officers gauging the American government's views and likely stance in upcoming Congresses.
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Wague
Paving Hanson Street Sealed Bids Opened in San Antonio
Sealed bids will be received at the city clerk of San Antonio Texas until noon August 24 1908 for the construction of about 21000 square yards of new street pavement on Houston Street including track space and 7000 feet of cutting. Bids to furnish and lay asphalt concrete paving or its equal with full base and wearing surface. City to supply concrete foundation material. Deposit required with each bid. Plans and samples available from city engineer ARYAN GALLAGITAN mayor.
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San Antonio
Texas
Vinidad Lake Asphant
Alin
Aryan Gallagitan
Attest: City Clerk Notice for Army enlistment Ava Houston
Attest by Fred Fries City Clerk outlines enlistment for men aged 18 to 21 in the United States with sound character and temperate habits. Provides address moreso for a rewriting officer Moore Building Ava Houston and San Antonio Texas.
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U.S. Army
Elilvene
United States
Moore Building
Ava
Houston
San Antonio
Tex
Airship sovereignty debate prompts new international law
The text discusses a proposed amendment to define state sovereignty in airspace, noting historical limits based on cannon projections and modern capabilities. It cites varying ranges for cannons and airships, suggesting contemporary aerial reach could extend sovereignty well beyond prior coastal boundaries.
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International Sw
Kyion
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