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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1908
Page
6
Frank Fehtinger testifies as state's witness in Union City Tennessee trial guarded by soldiers. Witness details secrecy surrounding the Night Idea case as proceedings begin.
Report from Union City Tennessee details a night ride indictment with Fehringer testifying about the Black Saddle or Night Riders oath. Witnesses describe killings and assaults by riders including Rankin and others with revolvers and belts.
The United States circuit court of appeals rules that Harry K. Thaw cannot be removed to Pittsburgh for bankruptcy proceedings. The decision, reported from Philadelphia, cites Judge Young of the Western District of Pennsylvania and leaves open whether the case reaches the United States Supreme Court.
Dr Ottoman Zar Advast ha Nish high priest of the Meadanan temple calls the Zoroaster ancient sect to gather in Chicago for the seventh annual quhaabar. American representatives of the Persian magi are said to number thousands with delegates from major cities expected.
After a two day adjournment the trial of Thorn ton Hains and his brother Capt Peter G Hains Jr for the killing of Wm Annis resumes before Justice Crane The state plans to call Mrs Annis next to prove the brothers weapon possession and search at Wayside Yacht club The proceeding triggers a reaction from U S Attorney Darling who threatens to resign but is persuaded to continue the case
Senator Eugene Hele of Maine, pictured, has been chosen leader of the Republican majority in the senate.
In New York City a local assemblyman introduces a bill to regulate street communication by men. The act would require all male residents to register their full name and address if they wish to communicate or address others. False registration would incur a fine or imprisonment.
Washington residents debate where to hold the Inaugural ball and how to fund it. The piece notes past use of federal offices for inaugural events and pressures from the House on post holiday arrangements. Clerical and civic voices discuss budget and location choices amid ongoing controversy.
Niagara Falls, usually busy with tourists, was unusually quiet as Mayor Douglass ordered all valuable shops and bazaars closed. The common council had recently pushed gambling reform, reviving old blue laws in the locality.
Law proceedings show continued suspension for Sid Chybittet’s attorneys as holidays halt all cases. Next hearings target Loanie Hall charged with the death of his stepfather Jacks Aailayson in Alaga, with first post holiday sessions likely to include Giberty Ovintero Rupert Redrigiox and Helion Menalvo in related local matters.
The Fort Worth Stock Yards company announced a one third reduction in yardage fees starting January 1. The cuts will save Texas cattlemen thousands of dollars and bolster trade. Current fees are 19 dollars per head for cattle and 15 dollars for calves.
The Pittsburg resident, a respected member of the community, died after a self-inflicted wound at Mercy Hospital following a period of nervous breakdown linked to overwork. Authorities report ongoing inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death.
Special to The Times Dallas attorney Wyla Halt informs Supreme Court justices that a Texas Water-Pierce matter involving reorganization and penalties will await January action. The report notes ongoing proceedings and references the high court's schedule for the case resolution.
Special to The Linit Homsten details Browdsvills rail dreams and new routes. The post notes a Brownsville bias and a central dispatch tracing a path from Victoria to Antinori, with ties to the Mexican Central and Rio Grande Valley interests. Peter, of the Aransis Pata, visits the Tower Rio Grande area to discuss funding and construction.
A white woman was attacked near Linivel shyvet and San Pedro avenue shortly after 9 PM. Her purse was stolen as the assailant fled before help arrived. Police have a suspect description and are pursuing inquiries into the two men seen nearby.
A partial dispatch from Norfolk reports the flagship of the Mird squadron sailing under orders to the sebih and to meet the new ALILIEG Eekwatt Ade miral Aropld aboard for a voyage. The message is garbled and difficult to fully decipher.
A disorderly report describes saloons barred from reporting to police on a dry Sunday. Police officers on duty were urged to telegraph heads to notify quarantine efforts as they patrolled for violations.
Report from Milwaukee dated December 22 describes an unidentified man wielding a heavy wooden cross and attacking worshippers at a Catholic church. Guards restrained him near the communion rail as priests administered Holy Communion, with bystanders fleeing and the assailant subdued before police arrival. The suspect’s description closely matches Custay Wirth, a Tanatic, who recently shot and killed Sister Theresa at a hospital.
Stock market trading in New York sees broad declines with several major rails and industrials dropping. Notable losses include Central, Southern Pacific, Reading, and United States Steel while other names show mixed results amid volatile session.
Washington announced that the station would be taken today separating T. W. Dowe from the Basle Pasa collectorship. W. W. Collier, first vice president of Woods National Bank, would likely be appointed. Collier’s home is in Uvalde, with strong support from Republican leaders in Eagle Pass and San Antonio. The push followed months of Dowe troubles and intense lobbying for Collier as successor.
Specia to The Light reports Governor Campbell expresses chagrin at New Braunfels defying his Sunday closing order. He delays sending rangers, waits a week for Comal County to act, and considers extreme measures if law is not enforced. Residents fear county officials and local saloons may test the decree.
Judge A W Sesligson limited divorces in the Seventh District, granting Fortuny Samara from Jian Samara and Marian Hyglim from Jobo S Higeine. Bessie Turner filed suit for divorce from George J Furser in the Thirty-third district court.
A suit requests an injunction in the Wisriet court against Treek Inns. The action targets an alleged ongoing injunitive restraint related to a fled case brought by Willian Suipes. The filing indicates court action seeking immediate relief.
A charge of theft involving a person under ten dollars is reported in county court. The case names Ross against Willig Torrol, with details recorded in the county bank docket.
A San Antonio court report describes Saturday night drunkenness arrests and Sunday disturbances. Judge Buckley convened the police court with cases on the docket, noting fines totaling $87 and numerous disturbances linked to the local beer trade. Officers reported a busy weekend, especially late Saturday into Sunday, with the so called “Het fle Brigade” involved in loud, lively gatherings.
Officials report all city saloons shut, with only one daytime operation noted. A close watch remained on activities by county authorities and the Retail Liquor Dealers' association to enforce the closure.
A New York minister argues that a minister must be distinct from others in appearance and behavior to fulfill his calling. Rev. Vanderwaters of St Andrews Episcopal discusses the need for difference, while Lindsay Patten, rector of St Marks Episcopal, declines to comment.
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