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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1907
Page
6
Pittsburg reports about 100 miners in the Schoenberg mine near Moningahela escaped death as a fire raged. Six more bodies were recovered at the Darr mine in Jacobs Creek bringing the total near 100. Rescuers say many were kneeling, praying as the deadly gas took them.
Writs reach city claiming Trarma Flo rea Maxon Antonio Villareal and Li hvido Rivera, former San Antonio residents, ordered back to Tombstone Arizona to face U S commissioner over alleged incitement of Mexican military movement. Local Mexican colony tense as arrests of revolutionists prompt expectations in San Antonio.
A Paris man, siting with a friend at the depot in Waco, collapsed and died this morning. The incident occurred about 3 o'clock, leaving a wife and daughter. local authorities and a nearby engineer were mentioned in fragmented notes from the report.
In New York on December 24 Edward Payne Westen, aged 0 years, traveled from Maine to Chicago facing Dan OLeary in a notable match. Westen claims a decisive victory over OLeary, noting OLeary is seven years older than Westen and referencing the substantial challenge overcome.
A. Gugenheim and volunteers at the Alamo hotel kitchen prepare 150 baskets for Christmas distribution to San Antonio's destitute. Each basket includes a chicken vegetables fruit candy and nuts. Gugenheim seeks names of needy families to receive the meals and asks ministers charities and Humane Society for referrals.
Prench Lick Indiana December 92 Chairman Thomas Taggart of the Democratic National Committee issues an official notice on the method and timing for the next convention. The announcement, approved by Taggart and Secretary Ury Woodson, sets December 12 1907 in Washington as the meeting and designates Denver Colorado as the convention site. It invites loyal citizens to join in support of a pure economical constitutional government. Special committees for arrangement include Roger Sullivan James Pablo John K Galore Clark Howell and others across states and territories.
The San Antonio post office registry department reports its biggest day ever Bahirtay with continuous rush at windows. Ten clerks worked, five assisting, to handle holiday demand across all sections as the record surpassed all previous totals.
Washington reports two hundred eighty Ghileans killed in Tanique Cille as 10,000 laborers who entered the city from the interior refuse to return to work in the ultrate industry. The dispatch cites the American government representative as source.
State Health Officer Benwhy, returning from oyster beds in Texas bays, reports no evidence of bad oysters being shipped. He continues examinations with Abbott, Dairy Food Commissioner, in attendance during the probe.
County Judge Phil Shook declines direct answer about seeking renomination ahead of July primaries. Friends tout his record and finances stewardship, while others anticipate a crowded field with sheriff and constable rivals signaling campaigns.
A bank in Atlanta was seized by the state authorities after an official announcement that the state bank examiner would take charge. Depositors faced a pause as officials reviewed accounts, with President Thornton estimating full repayment of deposits after stabilizing moves. In New Orleans, State National Bank suffered a leadership resignation and solvency reassurance amid Adler & Co. finance concerns, the Clearing House aiding liquidity and support for creditors.
The Supreme Court did not issue a ruling this morning in the Waters-Pierce Oil Co. receivership. The decision will be delivered this afternoon at four o'clock on the motion by the state to divest Receiver Eckhardt and take charge of the company's physical property. The report of a possible compromise with Waters-Pierce defense attorneys sparked stir, which Attorney General Davidson denied.
The U S Supreme Court denied the petition for writ to bring to the court the case of Geeon and John F Gaynor. They face combined terms of imprisonment for charges including embezzlement and conspiracy in a scheme involving Daron Ab Carter and harbor improvements in Savannah.
Local weather forecast notes tonight and Tuesday with reported temperatures around 42 to 46 degrees during the 12 to 24 hour periods. It references wind speeds and general conditions, with safety notes and the forecast to continue on another page.
Chicago report notes signals of a shift against Harriman in the fInois Central fight. Fish faction brokers, led by Air Fish, claim large stock blocks show Wall Street turning against Harriman as brokers desert the effort. Fish promises reorganization and Chicago residence if victorious, with immediate director changes and future governance moves.
The Beethro dramas club celebrated its first anniversary with a hall decorated in yellow and white. A twelve course supper featured a prominent pastry card, music throughout the event, and a series of speeches praising the club and its future. Notable speakers included My Shewes and William Herpel, with toasts by The Guibs' Baul Books and others praising the newly elected officers and prospects for 1908. The committee, chaired by A.C. Sien, included numerous members such as Louis Altmann, Walter Amoll, and Willi Hernal, who planned the gathering into the early morning hours.
David Marsh of Plorones Kentucky and a Marshall and Mulvin resident were bitten by a mongrel dog. Both showed rabid symptoms and were hospitalized. Authorities warn residents to seek care after dog bites as rabies risks rise in the region.
Watlington Nevada December 23 Appeals to President Roosevelt to keep the troops stationed at Goldfield as state efforts to control the situation proceed. The White House says the December 30 withdrawal order by Salomay will not be changed until the state proves control is established.
A severe storm last night disrupted telegraphic communication from Chicago toward St Louis and Kansas City. Northward lines were badly affected with many wires cut. Evansville to Indianapolis area saw near standstill by six oclock as high winds intensified the outage.
The Missouri, Kansas & Texas, the Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe, St Louis, Brownsville & Mexico, and others face suit over $22,000 in damages claimed for railroad negligence in shipment losses. Plaintiffs Je Holocaimp and Frank Oakey of Tanorton City allege improper handling and failure to transport cattle and hay safely from points along the lines to Clearview, with claims including $20,000 in one case and $18,500 in another.
A chaotic winter scene shows a vast pile of evergreens gathered for holiday decorating. Vendors chant and bargain as they stack trees for homes, with Santa a possible centerpiece amid clutter and crowded displays.
Des Moines, Iowa, Dec 2. A fire practically destroyed the WoT Pisagt Wall Paper Company here today. Losses run to 400,000. A careless employee dropped a match on the maker symbol, starting the blaze and destroying two cars of paper.
Governor Campbell announced no appointments now amid a dispute with Col W A Bryan. The public notice cites ongoing tension and a pause in state senate confirmations as of December.
70 Hampton tells a startling tale of assault and robbery on December 13. He says Trevinio and Diaz struck him on Nueva and Monterey, stole from him, and left him unconscious. Constable Stevens expects to prove deadly weapon use and file capital robbery charges.
Field officers from Fort Sam Houston completed a weather delayed test ride ordered by the War Department. The 1¢ officers passed the physical and the ride covered 11 miles, with five officers on foot and five on horseback, all meeting fitness requirements for continued duty.
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