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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1908

Page

5

Buckley Returns From Kansas City Meeting

CityNews notes Judge MW Ma Snokier among attendees at the national convention of the Wisights of Columba in St Louis and St fans visit Chiangox sins. Buckley claims the Goa yanlion was well represented and predicts the Log Star state will host the next gathering in 1910 Metile Alale lauded the Welsh.

Buckley K. C MW. Ma. Snokier St Fans Wisights Columba Uneklay Chiangox Goa St. Louis Metile Alale Atma

Wash House Burns in Fire Damages Home

A rear section of a residence at 107 Word-Mart price caught fire while the family was away. Prompt fire department response checked the flames before they spread ahead, leaving the wash house damaged and valued around $260.

William Vanaloonanhnyze Wiord- Mart

Local Hopes Rise for Loper Brost Edisonia Shows

Applause greets two Maxque Bull and Improvised Staine sketches at Loper Brost Edisonia as new pictures and acts debut for today. Big Tent Theater reports strong turnout for The Flower of the Ranch with Luke Short and Roxey, while Lyric presents Delvering the Goods and other acts ending with the Globe Trotters film.

Loper Brost Edisonia Tauth Maxque Bull Texas Bolisouln Big Tent Theater Will A. Peters Luke Short Velma Whitmer Mir Lester Frank Delmare Man

Hill Arraigned for Speed Violations in August Case

O. A. Hill was arraigned in the Hee court on speeding and traffic violations. He was released on bond after two affidavits were judged, including one alleging operating a vehicle without lights and another noting a speed ordinance breach on August 2.

O. A. Hill Chargley Mr. Hill

Jones Appointed to Vacant Secretary Post in City Units

KG Jones, purchasing agent for the San Antonio Gas and Electric Company and the San Antonio Protection Court, is named secretary to a vacancy created by Clarence J. Thomson's resignation. King has appointed an auditor to the post.

R. GC. Jones KG. Jones Oie San Antonio Gas and Electria Company San Antonio Proction Courting Clarence J. Thoniss V Tu King

Lambert's shifting stance in sheriff race sparks party talk

Ras Lambert signals possible party switch amid platform debate, saying he may align with Republicans if the conviction plank is adopted. He notes personal pressures from his wife and emphasizes uncertainty until the convention decisions are set.

Lambert

Rowdy Texas county convention over seating row erupts

At the Texas county convention delegates clashed over seating credentials and a substitute proposal by Jones. The hall burst into chants and protests as chairman Juke Wolters and others argued over recognition and party loyalty. The dispute delayed adoption of the credentials report and highlighted tensions within Harris and surrounding counties.

Bryan Jake Woltyrs Tarts County Linwalis Pexas Bexar Dayton Moser Furnell Tréentiais Dav Arthur W. Jones Tnilve Delosa- Mon Delegata Burnett Eet Arthur W. Dongs Alea Jones Thanukar Alul BE. Garrett Houston Mehati Jake Wolters Harris County Mna Ant Garrett

Convent Committee Delays Report at Afternoon Session

The text records a delayed report on a convention vote with the committee 98 on platform preparing a report by 8720 this afternoon. The chairman announced a postponement and the session was adjourned until later.

API Beig

Convention Deliberations Reach Tense Point in Texas

Reported conventions show 696 credential votes with Bexar county rising to 22 from 10. Senator Skinner appeals for campaign funds while George Burgess praises unity and warns against party division amid chaotic seating debates and procedural clashes.

J. B. Cleaver Bexar County Gryynwood McNellins Skinger Annia H. M. Johnson Houston Liurts Skinner Skiners F.C. Davia San Augund County Delegatons

Bargain Fashion Sale Liquidates Silk Petticoats to Linen Suits

A crowded clearance highlights deep discounts across garments and fabrics. Silk petticoats, lawn waists, lace trims, lisle hose, Kayser gloves, and cretonne hats feature low prices. Home sewing fabrics include ginghams and percales with swash fabrics for children's school dresses. Deals target budget shoppers with wide color options and new-season goods.

Harris County Delegates Clash at Convention Over Bailey

The Harris county faction clashed with supporters of Bailey as votes and credentials were debated. Judge Garrett defended himself amid denouncements while Walters of Cook County asserted loyalty to Bailey and contended he was not aligned with brewery interests.

Harris County Martin County Narrie County Bailey Jasue Garrec Gar- Tell Garret Wolters Haileyisa Batley Houston Tee Sociatios Postap Joe Bailey Dalley Phil Siwmidstay Bexar Tones Vnsiiento Credent Committee Creden Abs Walters Duke Walters Houston Kewe'y Sbrdgst Garrett

Freight Rate Injunction Sought Against Texas Rallroads

The 12th District Commissioner Storey filed in Austin seeking a federal injunction to halt a proposed rise in railroad freight rates into Texas. The move aims to block rate increases pending actions before the Interstate Commerce Commission.

Austin Tex Storey St Antonio Texas Commission Federa Texas Ure Interstate Commerce

Will A Morris Named State Committeeman At Bejar County Caucus

The Beaur county delegation held a caucus after adjournment of the convention and nominated Will A Morriss for state committeeman. P W Houston chaired the caucus with Bob Barker as secretary. 100 delegates present voted in favor. A county committee meeting followed with T Gobb as chairman to place Morriss in nomination for the senatorial district nomination.

Will A. Marciss Obs Ciivcua Beaur County Elig Peutschmann Morriss P W. Houston Bob Barker Morrigs Houston Diytelot Wus Bexar County Capans Ker Awl Will A. Morris Sel

Boy Escapes With Silverware After Chase

Officer Pat Donahue recovers a sack of silverware believed stolen from Acme residents after a chase through several blocks. A boy dumped the sack from a bridge, scattering forks and tea sets. the items, valued around $15, were recovered by police at headquarters.

Pat Donahue Acme Croskud Phreet Banka

Fragmentary Agricultural Market Teletype Reflects Prices

OCR reads like partial New Orleans market notes with numbers for commodities such as corn and wheat, dated August 12 in Transas City Missouri. Included are scattered high and low figures and grain lot identifiers that are incomplete.

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