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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1896
Page
5
A garbled Sunday column rails at Alderman Mackey and Indian vote tactics, mocks street sprinkling delays, criticizes city suppliers and the Koerner case, notes old streetcar lanes, and jokes about newspapers and beer in San Antonio amid a storm of ambiguous phrases and local gossip.
Special Wire to Sunday Light from New Orleans reports the largest cotton cargo cleared yesterday on the Bring steamer American. It comprises 22 570 bales and is the largest cotton shipment ever sent from this port by steam vessel.
A Hamburg vote by 7,265 to continue the strike and 3,671 to return to work shows the workers’ intent. The survey sought the strikers' view on whether to persist or resume duties amid dock labor action.
On the Rebecca plantation twelve miles above Teumao Felix Adam an 18 year old fell between the large spur wheel and small cog wheels of a cane mill and was instantly ground to pieces. The scene was described as most astonishing.
Special wire reports from Ashiavula Ohio say a early Working at Sheffield seven miles from town saw P Aely and his Finnish wife escape a blaze at 3 AM. They tried to rescue their grandchild left inside but the floor collapsed and all three perished in the flames.
An explosion at the Resilza colliery in Buda Hungary today killed eleven men and injured twelve others. Rescue efforts continue as additional miners are believed entombed.
Special wire from Mobile reports Nicaragua preparing for possible war with Colombia over the Great and Little Corn Islands. A patrol boat roams Rama River conscripting laborers and sending men to camps, amid a dispute over the islands 60 miles from Bluefields and 160 miles from Nicaragua.
Angustin Tex December report notes Governor Culberson will begin work this week as he returns to the capitol. He plans retrenchment and reform and redistricting the state, with debate likely to follow in the legislature. Data from departments suggests he will press for changes. The article cites a high court and district attorney statistics on felonies and indictments to illustrate judicial questions and pardoning power.
Police captured 12 year old James Touls Shepherd, stepson of Edward B Stavinsky, for the murder of six year old Mary Falk in Stavinsky's kitchen on Friday. He claims the girl teased him by rubbing flowers on his face, pulled him down, and rubbed his behind. he then fired his father's shotgun, killing her instantly.
In New York on December 19 Henry T Bas ford and ex Detective Edward Tompkins were found guilty of counterfeiting. Government detectives uncovered a cache of sin, antimony, plaster of Paris and other materials used in the crime.
Raleigh dispatch reports Senacor Butler’s paper says Hoo. Shoman PR. Watson will contest the seat of Black in the Tenth Georgia district. It notes loyalty to Watson’s vice presidential nomination but states the loyalty cannot endure and withdraws support.
Secretary of state reports congressional results by district with Democrats winning all but one seat. State officer totals show Democrats leading governor lieutenant governor comptroller treasurer railroad commissioners and other offices with Republicans winning one seat in the tenth district. The note confirms party alignment across the ticket and railroad commissioners election results.
Austin reports the state petitions Travis county district court to recover 71,680 acres of school land unlawfully held by private individuals, with one man occupying 62,080 acres without any title. In Washington a bill to fund National Centennial participation passed the House, carrying a $45,060 appropriation.
Jacksonville Florida December 19 O Claus Meyer a respected citizen ended his life yesterday by shooting himself in the temple. He had been distressed by business troubles and was formerly part of Meyer and Miller, wholesale grocers, who ran schooners between Baltimore and Jacksonville.
Major McKinley spent the night in Evanstowne and returned to Chicago this morning. He had an interview in Evanston with Judge W. B. Day of Canton, a name often connected with the office of attorney general, though Day is not confirmed.
Chicago December 19 reports indicate the Illinois Central Railroad is negotiating with Trans Atlantic steamship lines for a service between New Orleans and European ports. The aim is lower Mississippi valley rates and enhanced oil and wharf facilities in New Orleans, aided by terminal improvements by Illinois Central.
A Rome based cable dispatch to the Journal cites an expert stating the pope may renew relations with the United States by creating a legation. The report notes preparations and cautious diplomacy, with limited details on dates or concrete actions.
Secretary Olney stated that recognition of the Cuban republic would be an advisory opinion only and that the power to recognize lies with the executive. Senator Frye said a two thirds vote could make a law, with the president compelled to act, while Olney warned against alarming consequences of the resolution's passage. Foreign reports from Madrid and London noted Brazil would not recognize insurgents and Italy may bar volunteers, with European papers weighing potential impact on U.S. policy.
August Bennest and Tillenthal, former German American Trust and Savings Bank officials, are charged with defrauding the bank in May. Tillenthal as president allegedly drew a fraudulent check. both waived preliminary examination and posted $1,000 bail. Other cases are pending in the court of appeals.
At a meeting of the exclusive organization of the trade mark association of pink lucco manufacturers in Fontsville Kentucky the group aims to push Congress to pass a law requiring marks to be registered and protected to prevent duplication. They plan penalties for unregistered marks and levy assessments upon approval.
A woman calling herself Countess Rossi, real name Mine Galilord, was arrested in Paris on burglary charges for robbing the Count and Countess Bothe during their absence at Monte Garlic. Born in America to French parents, she claimed marriage to Italian Count Tassi who is deceased. authorities note her notoriety as an adventuress.
In New Orleans on December 19 a Ferrera grand jury indicted Watter W. Girault Henry Ganlea and Thomas Jr Du Mengvoml over the wrecking of the American National Bank. Gabiles, once bank president, and Girault the cashier faced indictments while Underwood, the paper indorser, is charged as an alleged accomplice. Warrants were issued for the accused.
Wrighington December 18 reports a grand military display planned for the inauguration day march. Expected units include the Twenty second and Seventh regiments of New York, the Pennsylvania National Guard, and militiamen from New Jersey and Ohio with a special train for the Seventh regiment and their arrival.
Minneapolis nurses volunteer to travel to Cuba paying their own expenses if arrangements can be made for passage. Seventy to eighty men have also offered, with a New York junta telegram sought to find routes for purveyors to reach Havana where several wires await.
Georgia election on the 16th placed Crisp son of the late ex Speaker Crisp as the sole candidate. He was sworn in amid applause as the 357th member took the floor and assumed the duties of his father. TheHouse approved a $30,000 appropriation for the Tennessee Centennial exhibit in Nashville next year amid debate on banking and southern finance. An extension to December 12, 1868, was agreed for the court of private land claims and salaries for Indian Territory court officials were set at $4,000 each.
Baltimore December 19 John K Cowen reelected president of the Baltimore and Ohio railway by directors. Andrew Anderson secretary since 1888 resigns and is replaced by W Woolford. Anderson had 36 years service including roles with John W Garrett. Boston December 19 Frank C Miles treasurer of the Boston Safe Deposit company absconded with likely theft around 100000.
A masquerade ball at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. Po Wilcox in Georgetown Texas on December 19 drew many in costume under the F A D auspices. Refreshments were perfect and attendees enjoyed the lively social event. The sheriff saved the mob in Louisville Kentucky on December 19 as a lynching attempt against George G. Pierce and Howell failed after a chase ending near dawn.
Police report describes the arrest of Gardiner by Roberts across the creek amid improvised notes. The detainee wore neat clothing but failed to provide a satisfactory account of a specific incident and remains in custody pending further investigation.
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