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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1908
Page
9
Judge Matthews grants writs of habeas corpus for eight alleged night riders confined in Davidson County jail. Bail set at 10,000 dollars for four prisoners, half that for the others. Davidson sheriff ordered to transfer prisoners to Owen County sheriff, who must release them when proper bail is posted.
Mr Karston, San Antonio manager for B F Robinson with offices in many cities, notes on a Corpus Christi excursion. On the beach he observes waves and compares swells to the bold customers at Moore Building shops. A group of neighborhood girls ask about teasing and where to find the best teas at Hartman’s on East Commerce Street.
Beaumont report states the well known racehorse Dr Mack was recovered at Buna in Jasper County after being stolen Monday night. J W Maton, a valet at the track, was arrested with the horse in his possession. Dr Mack is a San Antonio racing favorite familiar to local enthusiasts.
In a Chicago report dated December 1, 1908, Peoria County records show the highest divorces per marriages. From November 1, 1907 to November 1, 1908 one divorce filed for every four and two thirds marriage licenses, according to Statistics Peoria and census data.
Dr Wharton formerly led the First Christian Church will preach at the Burlingame Men's Club Assembly Hall on Sunday. He will fill in during the interim before a new pastor is secured, with arrangements under way to bring in a leading minister from the state.
The ad claims La Grippe drains vitality and warns of lasting weakness. It urges Dr Miles Nervine during convalescence to restore nervous energy and prevent further illness. Attributed to F J Norton of Freaville New York.
New York Dec 3 The government suit to dissolve the Standard Oil Co was resumed today with John D Archbald vice president testifying that Standard purchased the Pacific Conant Oil Co of California in 1900 for 761000. Capital rose to 77000000 by 1908 and the name changed to Standard Oil Co of California. Archbald said Texas Oil Co was not owned or controlled by Standard though it sold some output to Standard.
In Oimeinnatl Ohio three men were found dead in an abandoned iron tank near the centre bridge. The victims appear to have suffocated after exposure to charcoal fumes during a failed attempt at a hoist or improvised use. Local authorities are investigating potential causes and circumstances of the deadly incident.
Wireless from Maddalena Bay reports the Pacific squadron departed last night for South American waters. A funeral notice for Jona H. Affleck lists survivors and biographical details, noting his long career in Texas livestock and his passing after illness.
Mrs Nancy Nave widow of Inte A J Nave secretary of the Mexican War Veterans association is dead in El Paso She was a pioneer of Columbus and Houston and leaves sons in Bay City San Antonio and El Campo Richard J Nave of 124 Crosby Street is a son He was an engineer on the Southern Pacific bound for Del Rio and left this morning on a trip not yet knowing of his mother's death The notice notes her extended illness and confinement to bed for over a year
Federal officials in this city received circulars from Kier Wilkie of the Secret Service in Washington stating a new counterfeit silver certificate and a counterfeit five dollar note are in circulation. The silver certificate bears check letter Dani of the 1899 series, shows an Indian head, and is described as very deceptive. The five dollar note has check letter D, bears President Jackson, and is said to be a poor imitation likely to be spotted by the money-savvy.
A young girl died from burns in Elmo after a severe incident involving a burning wrapper. Authorities report the victim was located by her father near the scene, with clothing remains the only identifiable item. The investigation continues to determine the cause and exact sequence leading to the tragedy.
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