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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1912

Page

2

Democratic Fund Coupon Aims to Back Wilson Campaign

The notice calls Tue Lieur supporters to contribute to the national Democratic campaign fund with gifts of any size. Governor Wilson asks Democrats to back their vote with donations within their means. Contributions will be acknowledged in Tue Lien daily and sent to Democratic national headquarters in New York City.

National Democratic Campaign Fund Woodrow Wilson Democratic National New York City

Jubilee Association May Gain Strength

At a Chamber of Commerce board meeting a Harvest Jubilee proposal to join as a division may boost its strength and broaden fall festival plans. About 5000 of the 15000 goal remains. volunteers urge a day of canvassing to raise funds by Saturday night to hold the jubilee this fall.

Chamber of Commerce Harvest Jubilee Association Horn of Plenty Jonn . Carrington W. B.tuttle Louis Hermann Gus Heye A. M. Fischer J. Castanola Albert Steves Jr Tary Rennert

Judgment in Favor of Greene Against Loan Company

Justice Ben Fisk awards E A Greene judgment of 17 dollars over Liberal Loan and Realty Co in a usury dispute. The suit claimed Greene was charged 8.50 on a 25 loan with monthly payments. court finds 60 percent usurious interest and orders relief under statutes.

Ben Fisk E. A. Greene Lberal Loan & Realty Company Greene M. Chambers M Company BE. A. Me Ira Ogden San Antonio Trac

More Trouble Over Army Appropriation Measure

A long-delayed army appropriation bill faces renewed dispute as conferees from the House and Senate clash over a rider affecting Major General Wood’s role as chief of staff. The issue stems from a veto and legislative maneuvering that could redefine control of the staff position and the administration’s plans for the general.

General Wood Funston Taft White House House Senate Rae Hington Wood Pntraff

Angel Vargas Surrenders Over East End Killing Threats

Angel Vargas surrendered to Constable Trainer after threats from relatives of Juan Turin, killed in an East End affray. Vargas produced two revolvers and sought protection, claiming self defense in the Turin killing. habeas corpus was denied, bond set at 2500, witnesses to be summoned.

Juan Turin East End Angel Vargas Trainer Tarin Vargas Tarth Camp Forty-fifth District Turin

Old furniture made new Carter Mullaly Transfer Co

A brief note announces Carter Mullaly Transfer Co offering services to restore and relocate antique furniture. The piece highlights byline about furniture revival and moving expertise.

Carter- Mullaly Transfer Co

Aransas Pass Celebration Plans Open Deep Water Port

Chamber of Commerce directors will be invited to join a September 7 to 12 joyfest in Aransas Pass marking the opening of the deep water port. The San Antonio & Aransas Pass railroad offers low fares to visitors from San Antonio as officials note government spending of 2.5 million dollars to secure deep water and private investment in terminals docks and warehouses. Aransas Pass has raised 1000 dollars for the celebration and aims to attract many attendees.

Chamber of Commerce Aransas Pass Commercial Association of San Antonio United States Port Aransas

San Antonio Seeks Lower Fire Insurance Rate

State actuary has not yet sent a man to investigate conditions here. Jake Wolff, chair of the Chamber committee, says state board arrangements are being made for early investigations. He urged confidence that San Antonio will secure the lowest key rate, noting improvements that could cut the rate from 24 to 16 cents.

Office of State Insurance Roulet San Antonio Jake Wolff Chamber of Commerce State Insurance Board

Train Service Resumes After Rebel Disruption

After a two month interruption due to rebel activity along the line, train service resumed today over the Mexico Northwestern railroad between Juarez and Chihuahua. The first train carried several hundred refugees, both Mexican and American, back toward the Casas Grandes region. A five man Mormon church committee visited the deserted colonies of Dublan and Juarez to assess resumption of life in their homes.

EL Paso Tex Mexico Northwestern Juarez Chihuahua Casas Grandes Dublan

Besieged Americans Rescued From Mexican Mine

Governor Colquitt learned by wire that a Mexican escort reached Tominil to protect American miners and will escort them to the coast. Mrs. J B Underwood praised his intercession with President Madero, saying it saved lives and hoping for stronger action if he were president.

Austin Tex Colquitt J. B. Underwood Tominil Mex Madero West Houston Street Mexico

Rebels Are Still Strong In Mexico North

In Mexico City Aug 22 full credit is given Gen Huerta for occupying northern territory held by rebel Pascual Orozco but his failure to destroy the rebel army signals a renewed campaign. Orozco continues guerrilla warfare while southern districts test government forces and keep regular troops in the north.

Mexico Morelos Guerrero

Deny Capture of Gunboat Guerrero

Mexico City reports the Mexican gunboat Guerrero is laid up undergoing repairs after rumors of capture by rebels. Gen. Garcia Pena says rebels remain in mountain districts with no coast presence in the Gulf of California and no chance to seize a Pacific port.

Mexico City Guerrero Garcia Pena Gulf of California Pacific

North Texans pass through on way home after coast trip

About a thousand persons have passed through San Antonio in two days returning to North Texas from coast points. The Katy Railroad reports heavy northbound trains, a special rate boosted travel, and expects similar rates in September. Uniforms for train crews to be issued November 1 accompany renovation of worn equipment.

San Antonio Texas Walter Walthall Katy W. A. Webb Schaff Missouri, Kansas & Texas Katy Lines

Flood Warning Plan Joint U S Mexican Effort

The Mexican government will cooperate with the United States to establish an improved flood warning system along the lower Rio Grande. Dr B Runnemeyer of the US Weather Bureau visited to outline adding river stations and extending services with direct reports to his Houston office for warnings 24 to 36 hours before floods.

Uncle Sam Rio Grande B. Runnemeyer United States Weather Bureau Houston Laredo Mission Rio Grande City San Juan River Mexico Bunnemeyer

No Chance for Peace Jerba Autonomy Move Angers Arabs

In Jerba Aug 22 chiefs of interior Tripoli tribes refuse peace talks and vow autonomy and continued war if Turkey and Italy reach terms. Turkish officers present say they will stay and fight with the Arabs. Riebe Undertaking Co auto ambulance service 221 EB Com Phone 341.

Jerba Tunis Tripoli Turkey Italy Riebe Undertaking Co Auto Ambulance Service

Auto Accident Fatal in Austin Leads to Death

Austin Texas August 22. Frank Heirman a wealthy foundry man and longtime resident died from injuries suffered in a Wednesday automobile collision. Heirman’s car struck another vehicle and he sustained a broken leg and additional injuries. His condition had been hopeless since the accident.

Mobile Frank Heirman Austin

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