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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1898
Page
5
A lifeless body of a stranger was found beneath an overturned wagon near Commerce. The wagon, described as heavily loaded, appears to have caused the fatal accident. Investigators recover the scene as authorities search for the deceased’s identity and next of kin.
A man, named C. J. Wheeler from Vannin county, died when his wagon overturned near a creek two miles southeast of Commerce. Mules and a fine wagon were involved, with 15 dollars found in his pockets. He had been seen in Commerce that afternoon and driving toward Sulplay Springs road before the incident. Relatives are being sought by wire with no reply yet.
Mag. John Jacob Astor, in ill health, sailed for Europe today following physician orders. Col. Astor plans to join her there as soon as he arranges his business and stay until her recovery.
Albany N G December 17 The National Guard Association meeting to be held tomorrow promises strong support as a proposition to place the organization on the same level as the regular army in matters of uniforms, equipment, and pay.
Boston on December 17 under the Irish charitable society the centenary of 1798 will be celebrated in the Boston theater tomorrow evening. Mgr Thomas J Conaty of the Catholic University at Washington will speak on The Influence of Ireland Upon the Nations. General P A Cpl Vins will preside as chairman amid a large brilliant gathering. The society dates to 1737 and has shifted from Protestant to largely Catholic composition.
Special Wire to Sunday Light Fort Worth Tex Dec 17 Benjamin Stuart aged seventy nine fell through an elevator shaft of a three story wardhouse He died slowly due to internal injuries with one important bone shattered authorities note the accident occurred several days ago and details remain sparse
El Paso, Dec 17 1898 Dr Yandell writes to N W Velins president of the El Paso board of health accusing them of failing to isolate smallpox cases and hang yellow tags He urges a meeting to discuss quarantining Juarez to prevent imported infections from that city He signs as quarantine inspector with initials M D.
A special wire report from New York describes a meeting with speakers including Rev. M. If Savage, Geo. Reward, the Rev W TL BP Paine, and General Stewart Ford. The event addressed proposed extension policy by territorial acquisition and featured addresses delivered to Elu?
A Washington special says Congress leans toward a new canal proposal over Senator Morgan’s bill. The shift supports two ideas: negotiating with Britain to abolish the Clayton Bulwer treaty and have the United States build and finance the canal under U S control, with Caffrey presenting a substitute.
Manila dispatch reports naval authorities pressing Washington to decide on a Philippines policy immediately. They warn the Philippine republic risks losing support due to heavy taxation on wealthy natives and note a lack of property security in the province.
Richard's Howland reported from Havana after investigating the conditions of the poor. He found 3590 people publicly destitute living in hovels with loathsome diseases and rampant yellow fever in the city’s lower areas. Medical care and segregation of contagious cases are urged as immediate needs.
Louis Fenway, a deckhand aboard a Houston Direct Navigation company steamer between this city and Clinton, vanished last Thursday night while traveling the Wayou. A vest with a boiled watch was found, and searches by the crew and other vessels yielded no splash or sign. Debts and a nomadic past are noted, with family in Washington, New York, and San Antonio connections.
Montgomery dispatch reports Alabama general assembly members, invited by Georgia to attend a jubilee in Atlanta, arrived to find no welcome committee. They entered capitol under Alabama flag, learned Georgia assembly had adjourned, and some officials apologized for a timing misunderstanding. The Georgia House pressed roast regulations that Speaker Walker blocked. Assembly adjourned until January 21.
Scranton Mississippi December 17. The suffrage clause of reconstitution shows mixed support in some quarters and may rebound on opponents. The last municipal election revealed a portion of white men, including many well to do, wavering in allegiance and stance as the issue unfolds.
Sad Mondifion reports from Austin on a week of heavy rain and mud. Streets are three to four inches deep with pedestrians forced to use improvised heel passings due to rising water. The city lacks electric light after the plant failed, leaving streets inky dark after sunset and navigation difficult.
Suoviat Wire reports in Sunday light that George Morgin and Charles Jouhnson died yesterday in Ogeiuaw after drinking bay rum and Tajaka sivgay. Mike O'Connell is expected to die soon from the same cause. A long spree of drinking affected several men for months. Dr. Garber conducted a post mortem today. results not yet released.
Specal wire report from Sunday Light notes the following charters: Mercantile Storage Company of Houston Texas with capital stock 31,000 and Texarkana Moexarkana Een company of Texarkana Texas with capital stock 24,000. Secretary of State sent notices urging taxpayers to pay taxes by April 20, 1899 or face a $5 penalty.
In Amstis Wx on December 17 officials expect no department transfers before Governor Sayers’ inauguration. Early plans to install new heads January 1 give way to a hold on until January 27 when the governor-elect is sworn in, as current department heads opt to remain in place until the last moment.
Major General Wesley Merritt and his bride landed from England aboard the Lacania today and were met by friends at the dock. They were escorted to the Waldorf Astoria where the general will spend several days before proceeding to Washington.
Spanish troops and Cuban depot families flood Havana as evacuation to Spain quickens. Daily transfers top 1,000 with some days reaching several thousand. ships return immediately for more. Contractors profit at 17 dollars per soldier and 120 per officer, while officers’ wives gain 200 in passage. Families face domestic strain as wages differ and Spain offers little Cuban work.
Special dispatch from Paris reports President Rafael Iglesias of Costa Rica arriving from the United States with his retinue. He will visit England until February before returning home, expressing deep gratitude to President McKinley for the cordial reception during his month in the United States.
Berlin reports a Copenhagen jubilee with an exhibition detailing the Ni Honal theater’s history. The 150th anniversary tomorrow will feature souvenirs from each stage of the institution and highlight actors who shaped Denmark’s literary scene.
Irish Americans bitterly oppose selecting Lord Roseberry as Liberal leader. The Liberals face internal splits and the Irish question tests party unity. Debate centers on Home Rule, Gladstone's record, and opposition from Tories and Irish spokesmen. Roseberry is criticized as vacillating and aristocratic.
A nearly unreadable item reports a unanimous vote by the National Congress ratifying resolutions praising citizens of Troustun Gadston Victoria Cuero San Antonio Fort Worth and others for support of Farmers' National Congress travelers. It thanks Colonel Guuningham Sugarland and Colonel O. Tively for aiding the region and promises copies to the press for publication.
A special meeting of Waco city council passed a resolution to extend the city boundaries to include contiguous property. The move aims to bring the area under police control and municipal government and seeks publication of required notices for a possible legislative special charter change.
In Newark New Jersey on December 27 arguments were set for Monday in a writ of habeas corpus concerning Edward J Clifford the condemned murderer The case involves whether a reprieve by acting governor Foster M Voorhees was legal since Governor Griggs had resigned to join President McKinley s cabinet The defense claims the acting governor lacked authority to grant mercy and urges discharge of the prisoner The proceedings include testimony on indictments convictions and the Governor s actions and a question over a sign paper by Voorhees alleged as a reprieve and whether he was then administering state government
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