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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1908
Page
5
Ernest B. Griesenbeck, 28, died after a revolver exploded while he was repairing it at his parents' home on Hays Street. The accidental death was witnessed by none in the room. Justice Fisk ruled the death accidental. He leaves a father and several siblings. burial details pending.
A grand jury at noon returned nine indictments with three in custody and others unnamed pending arrest. No gambling charges were among today’s. Antonio Jesus Lopez alias Jesus Lopes is charged with horse theft on November 3 from unknown victims. Annie Brooks indicted for theft from the person, alleged to have taken $30 from Abel Hernandez on November 27. One indictment involves an alleged aggravated assault on ZT A Walker on December ¢. Clyde Creighton and Will Preraen face murder charges in the death of Dana Layton from three weeks earlier.
In the day’s feature, Hate captured the first race at six furlongs with Money and Chian Belle close behind. Lill Bramhite finished second at 11 to 1, while the final time was 122.
Martin F Head of Rowley Steamship Tampico stays with his family at 424 Callaghan Avenue San Antonio before returning to Dallas. Byrd Burlington agent spent the day in the city then departs tonight for road work. Amelia de Reyes sues for divorce from Alejandra Reyes in Fifty-seventh District Court.
Mixed lot of tailored garments and accessories with prices from $22 to $80. Includes herringbone suits, broadcloth coats, chiffons, military coats, satin details, light blue canes, Persian vests, and hand-made canes. Some wording garbled but items emphasize quality fabrics and trims.
A local shop advertises forty suits and coats including both full outfits and separates. The sale features last season’s merchandise offered at low prices of 10.00, 7.50, and 2.50, with easy viewing and no trouble to show the collection.
A vivid listing of infants wear and accessories includes long wrappers in blue pink and white. various cloaks with lace collars. handmade cashmere cloths. crochet and knitted booties. silk wool mitts. infant bands. shirts priced around 25 cents to 2 dollars. cashmere sacques in multiple colors. children’s wearables. hidden pants and vests in silk or wool. knitted sacques and toques. bear skin caps and wraps in assorted colors and sizes.
We announce a complete closeout of our toy department with exceptionally low prices on wagons go carts automobiles dolls building blocks and doll carriages on hand now. Take the elevator to the third floor for bargains and savings.
An advertisement lists a 12 by 4 inch blanket size with blue borders priced at 4 dollars 50 cents, noting fine wool material and options with pints or blue borders.
The advertisement lists discounted Battenberg linens including down comforters, plaid blankets, gray wool blankets, silk covered pillows, and table covers in various sizes. It promotes limited quantities with “Just four dozen to be sold Monday” and features related items like ribbed vests and pants, with multiple prices and descriptions throughout.
Linen table sets offered with varying yard lengths and napkin counts priced from $4.38 to $25.99. Hemstitched and hemmed pieces measured two to three yards, with several sets advertised as low as $1.35 and others up to $5.39. Limited quantities available, claiming a sale of folly discounts and unclear percentages.
Hosiery announcement lists silk hose in colors including green lavender cardinal sky blue navy tang pink champagne black white and Copenhagen. Also notes ladies' silk hose in black and white and assorted colors and 50 dozen extra fine cotton hose with double hole heel and toes offered at 25¢ and 19¢ per pair.
Caracas reports a cabinet collapse following anti Castra demonstrations. Acting President Gomes permits unrest as 1500 loyal interior forces arrive, signaling possible military action and a reshaped government amid a senate plot to arrest President Caste.
Sheriff Lindsey departed for Victoria and will return with Will Clark for trial in the Thirty-seventh district court early next January. Clark faces two counts in Bexar county for bar play and theft and was sought in Victoria at the time of his capture about a month ago and was recently taken there for trial.
President elect faces strong southern desire to host him in the near future. Texas towns and many southern cities have extended elaborate invitations, while Taft plans include a stop in Atlanta and a brick stint in Charleston en route to the Isthmus and New Orleans on return.
The article recalls one of the coldest days of the year in San Antonio on December 22, 1908. A clear dawn revealed frost colors across the city while hydrants froze and the Hicks building thermometer showed 83.2 degrees at sunrise, dropping to 28 degrees later. The forecast predicts a repeat frost, with continued cold across the region.
Washington December 22 Congress member Slayden of Texas said he would back a bill for a larger appropriation for the Signal Corps. San Antonio is believed to be certain of securing the war department experiments including airplanes and balloons. A boy named Phillip Tink was arrested by Officer Stowe on East Commerce Street for malicious mischief. A purse found in a bogey bag while shopping is in dispute. A promissory note action was filed in the Fifty Seventh district court by Frank Hy Wael against DL MM Pour.
A dated advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional treatment taken internally to reach the blood and tissues. It claims to destroy the disease’s foundation, strengthen the constitution, and offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure, listing testimonials and a mail order address.
Austin December 22 Governor Campbell refused to reveal plans to enforce the Lwhin McGregor law against resistance in Comal County. He vows to uphold previous statements and to act, with Rangers ready to move if saloons stay open. New Braunfels reports saloons likely open Sunday amid public opposition to the governor’s stance.
A local saloonkeeper Billy Sheehan is highlighted as a jovial businessman with decades in trade. He started young, built a wholesale and retail operation, and emphasizes fair pricing and quality under U S purity standards. Holiday selections include wine and cigars at No 332 with new phone and steady customer patronage.
Fort Worth Texas cattle receipts number 290 with hogs at 2500. Steers show fair market steady with tops around 4.40. Cows and calves weaker with cows at 2.00 and calves steady to 9.25. Hogs move medium with tops near 5.46. Local market activity indicates modest demand across classes.
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