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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1908

Page

20

Dulling Pioneer San Antonio Merchant Dies at 62

George Dullulg of 124 Nolan Street a long time San Antonio resident and leader in business died at 11 p.m. at Santa Rosa infirmary following a four day illness from appendicitis. He built a retail and wholesale grocery empire and helped found the Fifth National Bank, later Alamo National Bank. He leaves fourteen children and a wife Frances Dulling. Funeral arrangements announced today.

George Dullulg Nolan Street San Antonio George Dalling Commerce Street Alamo Plaza Santa Rosa Infirmary Dullaig Alamo City Austria Dalling Fifth National Bank Alamo National Bank San Amonio & Gulf Victoria Southern Pacific Jie George J. Dulling Dulling Dry Goods & Grocery Company addit@n Frances Dulling Mise Princes Varnon George J, John Chris Dulling Chires Otto Eddie Albert Adolph Mittan Daudters A. F. Dignowby del Rio Charles, Rische Gus Bonnet Frank Bonde Meg Minnie Lala Corrine Dalla

Dallas Mayor Asked by 3000 Voters to Run Again

Special to The Tiight reports 3000 Dallas residents sign a request for Mayor Hay and city commissioners to seek re election. Democrats discuss a primary to nominate a complete city ticket.

Dallas Hay Caning

Carmack Slayers Seek Freedom on Bail Hearing

An application for bail was filed today in Nashville by attorneys for Col. T. B. Cooper Wigson Robin and others charged with the murder of Senator Carmack on November 9. The state will oppose the bail request. the hearing is set for Tuesday.

Carmack Slayers Hearst News Sorrira Nashvile Tenn Tor Ball Barry Col. T. B. Cooper Wigson, Robin fannaxGheritt John Od. Sharpe Dormer KB. W. Carmark

Taft Wants Wilson to Stay as Treasury Prospect

Washington dispatch reports Taft prefers a western secretary of the treasury and names David R. Forgan of Chicago as likely appointee, with plans to keep Secretary of Agriculture James Wilson in place if possible. Other contenders include Myridan Terrick, Postmaster Meyer, and Secretary Bacon, while Wall Street ties are noted as a factor in choice.

Hearst News Service Washington, D. Cy Washington David R. Forgan Chicago Taft Will Street New York Tatt Forgan Association of Commerce of Chicago James B. Forgan Canada Lyman J. Gage Natonal Bank of Mr. Gage McKinley David .R. Forgan First National Clearing House’ Association Ward Cattago Bedlhs Wilson Tafwigheg Janes Wilson Taft Rent Lea Willson le Dalrymen Nervick Burton Foraker Charles P. Taft Myrian T. Terrick Obie Ie the Treasury Meyer Bacon Ar. Bacon State Department J. F. Morgan

Woman Dynamiter Seeks Tragic Death in Cell

Isabelle Martin convicted last week of conspiracy in dynamiting the home of Superior Judge Ogden in Oakland attempted suicide by swallowing powder glass in her cell. She was found unconscious on the cell floor and later sentenced this morning to several years in prison.

Hearst Francisca Cal Ars Isabelle Martin Ogden Oakland Martin Sannenun

Preachers Fight On Texarkana Street

In Texarkana Arkansas two traveling and Pentecostal pastors clashed on East Broad Street. Rev W A Phillips pleaded guilty to disturbing the peace and was fined one dollar by the police court. Both men were working together in a revival, with others nearby in the crowd.

Hearst Texarkana Ark W. A. Phillips Pentecostal Rese Hill Riv. J. Delak East Broad Street

WINS COURT SYMPATHY FOR FORGERY CHARGE

Mrs Marie Clapp of New Braunfels Texas is arraigned in Jefferson Market court on forgery charges over a $50 check. She claims the check was given by her husband Herbert Clapp and asks for Texas authorities to handle the case. Authorities say felony warrants exist and she is in custody with probation officials awaiting instructions.

Hearst News Service New York Mariel Clapp New Braunfels Vex Herbert Clapp Philadelphia Barlow Jefferson Market Court Friues, George Hotel San Antonio Tex H. G Henle New Branfels Fram County Henn Che

Hill Pughase Harriman War

The Burlington Railroad has purchased the Fort Worth and Denver railroad, strengthening Hill’s position against Harriman projects. The Denver road takes a part interest in the Brownville line, boosting access to Texas ports and a short route to Mexico. Canadian shipments may reach the Panama Canal, with great consequence for Texas.

Speeral Houston Tex Builington Fort Worth & Deter Texas Hill Panama Canal

Vision of Wealth Dazes Junk Dealer

Special to The Light. Houston Texas December 19 Jacob Wolff a Polish junk dealer yesterday was poor now worth three hundred thousand dollars Tonight he tries to grasp the significance of his fortune He received a cablegram today notifying him that a relative had died in Holland leaving him wealth Two hundred dollars were sent for Wolff to return home to see his aged father before he died

Houston Tex Der Jacob Wolff Wolff Holland Whiff

Knight Facing Gallows Seeks Appeal in Fort Worth Case

The Court of Criminal Appeals will hear the case of Ike Knight, sentenced to hang for the murder of Ed Larmon in North Fort Worth. Knight’s appeal faces a first-week session as the appellate court reviews the conviction from Tyler, Texas.

Bnedal Tyler Tex Court of Criminal Apnoala WI Ed Larmon North Fort Worth

Law's Coil Grows Tighter In Night Riders Case

Union City reports the dramatic testimony in the circuit court as eight alleged night riders face trial. Charles Russell testified he was forced to join the Reel Foot Lake night riders’ association, linking suspect Wred Pinion to leading the band. The testimony promises further revelations as the case continues on Page Seven.

Union City Team God R. Z Charles Russell Night Riders' Association of Reel, Foot Lake Wred Pinion

Bond waveers must aurry releases signed by subscribers

The Browneville railroad proposition nears closure as releases on bonds surpass the $65 000 mark. Saturday saw all large subscribers sign, most smaller subscribers also signing, with promises of $20 000 more. Officials plan to close releases promptly after January 16 when J F Edwards returns with his pass. Secretary Carrington said total signed commitments should exceed $65 000, and all bonds of $1000 and above have signed, with nearly all $500 subscribers also committing.

Browneville Business Men's Club J. F. Edwards St. Louis Immo Carrington Bush Neat Men's Club

6000 Commissions Await Governor

Special to The Light Austin Tex Dec 1 Nearly 6000 commissions await the signature of the governor and the delay in some instances is causing a dilemma The governor says he is not holding up any commissions except in cases of violations of law Fort Worth reports Judge Dick succeeds Judge Irby Dankin in the district court and Dankin succeeds Judge Pressler in the court of civil appeals Neither Buck nor Dink Mn have commissions and parties at law will sue to have officers declared not qualified Courts will urge Austin to hasten sending the commissions along

Austin Tex Ifs Fort Worth Irby Dankin Chat

60 000 Unemployed Men Stir Berlin Crisis

Berlin faces a severe unemployment surge as 40 or more measures are debated by both the city and Prussian authorities. Over 100,000 men and women are out of work due to suspensions in building trades, signaling escalating social and economic strain.

Berlin Spreial Vire Light Dos Ely Prusalan Antaorizer

President Roosevelt Accused by Rider Miss Greer in Rock Creek Park

Miss Henrietta Greer, daughter of Beaumont judge, recounts an incident in Rock Creek Park where President Roosevelt allegedly rode down a riderless path and collided with her horse. She says the president did not apologize and that his party passed them without recognition.

Miss Greer Beaumont Roosevelt Hearst News Service Heston Tex Rock Creek Park Henrietta Greer H. W. Grifter Washington Dispatchts Forest Glen Seminary Homie Hid Mise Greer Tham

Dove of Eagle Pass faces policy setback in port case

A high official reports Customs Collector Dove at Eagle Pass will lose a key allocation after the president reportedly passed on the case. The decision is expected to be announced Monday as officials pursue a new approach to the matter.

Eagle Pass Washington, D. C Dove

Bardwell Affidavit Inspires By Love

Dallas dispatches report J Bardwell an insurance agent arrested here on an affidavit from San Antonio at the instance of Commissioner Love He is charged with soliciting business for unpermitted Texas companies Love is in the city today for the case

Dallas Tex J. Bardwell San Antonio Commissioner Love Texas Lave

San Antonio Likely Site for Army Aeroplane Experiments

The United States army considers San Antonio for experimental aeroplane and balloon testing. General Alton and Secretary Carrington back weather and wind studies led by Major Buell. Congressman Sullivan says he is pushing to decide San Antonio as the station, with forthcoming detailed weather reports to Washington.

San Antonio United States Army Alton Carrington Business Men's Club Buell United States James L. Sullivan Congress Mullery

Pretty Actress Shot By Unknown Men in Chicago

Police hunt two men seen with Margaret Wi Well, known as Peggy Derry, after a pretty actress was fatally wounded in her hotel room. Detectives press for clues as they probe the gay era mystery and the names tied to the case.

Hearst News Service Chicago Tia Tne Margaret Wi Peggy Derry

Lucky Baldwin Leaves Bed After Ten Years

Jos Angeles California reports that Death Angel known as Lucky Baldwin at Arcada woke from bed for the first time in ten years. He faced a pneumonia threat but is now weak yet recovering, with an early improvement anticipated.

Hearst News Service Jos Angeles Cal M. J Lucky) Baldwin

Only Town in the State to Throw Down the Gauntlet and Invite the Rangers

A bold local note claims a single town has issued a challenge to the Rangers, signaling a bold public invitation and stirring regional attention. The piece frames the town as uniquely proactive, casting the invitation as a defining local stance.

Rangers Seni

Sunday closing laws sweep through Texas towns

In Dor Dec 19 Governor Campbell pushes Baskin Maj Gregor measures to close saloons and theaters on Sundays. New Braunfels resists enforcement while other cities like Galveston Beaumont El Paso Denison and San Antonio report varied adherence with saloons and theaters remaining open or closing as orders loom. Local officials and saloonkeepers weigh actions amid Sabot unrest and public curiosity about enforcement.

Oy O New Braunfels Baskin McGregor Linn Beaumont Specter Beaunont Tex Campbell el Paso el Pass Sreelal Lagat Houston Goveryne

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