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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1899
Page
6
The notice discusses a Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Company offer claiming low cost for telephone service during business hours. It notes inconvenience of no paper on Monday and mentions editors reporters and Doyle invited to dinner tomorrow with allangements accepted.
Eighty eight residents of San Antonio were reportedly treated to festive presents at the city jail during a holiday event hosted by Mayer Hleku and City Morshid Druse. Inmates faced sentences from 1 to 200 days, with potential dismissal or further action pending, according to records.
A bustling scene in City Hall yesterday involved city officials and tradesmen as the treasurer and auditor oversaw payments to plumbers for re-plumbing work and a redraw from the city hall fund. School teachers and various department staff received salaries, including an itemized $1,819.50 for a department, while a notable stir and public interest marked the day.
San Antonio citizens attending midnight mass can ride home with no worry after services as the San Antonio Street Rally Company plans a special car service. President H. Jenkins arranged loading at Houston and Soledad streets at 1 30 am, continuing to Government Hill Prospect Hill San Pedro Springs Aransas Passagepal to cover the city. This first public welfare move aims to ease post service travel and is expected to gain wide praise.
Real estate deeds record transfers from Andrew and Carolina Back to Oito and Karl Schulze to KH, J. Navis to Jemee Luttrell, and the estate of J. Burnett to G. M. Huntshurer with prices listed. The Grand Opera House opened last night with a strong crowd despite mixed attendance. Marty Clarke and Cortnas highlighted the bill, with further performances and new productions planned through late December.
Eyewitness reports say a panther was shot at in East End yesterday, with Dr. John Wileing Sr and Dr. Hooper confirming tracks and a bloodhound discharge. Captain Wilkens and local hogs feed dogs followed prints across East End and South Heights, while residents fear the animal’s movements and question its origin and daily habitats.
Special to the Sunday Light Mouston Texas lists delegates including Major John F Dickson John D Woolford Aue M Levy Captain J C Hutcheson Cr Chas THingham Bq Kiam 4 14 Mitchell Cole T Halt G C Street J J Pestorizu Pleasant Danzi also notes a complimentary dance at Mist's garden honoring Miss Hulde Muskalt Hattie Tucker and Josephina Fischer with grand march led by Mr Simon Pendietos and Miss Hulda Bluehall Moody's fundial reports funeral plans for the late Bwieht L Gdoody next Tuesday afternoon
A two week old baby was abandoned on a train near Schriever station after the mother, living in Morgan City, boarded eastbound and disembarked at Gibson. The conductor notified authorities. the baby was cared for by Ah. Albright at the Schriever hotel until the mother was found and arrested. She admitted guilt under threat of prosecution and was released on condition she care for the child. The incident drew many visitors to Schriever. The mother returned to Morgan City while officers pursued further proceedings.
Mr and Mrs J Ta Bennett and Mr and Mrs Bre C Thacker of New Lexington Ohio are visiting Prof and Mrs T Downey at 917 South Preston. They express delight with San Antonio and praise Texas as superior to other states after travel through the region.
Washington December 23 Though Theodore Burton says no diversions on immigration unless Congress acts the committee may still craft a bill within this session. Representative Berry of Kentucky challenges Burton arguing that the river and harbor panel will approve measure after several meetings.
Dr John Wenceler a prominent physician and father in law of Kimbrell who lived near Berry station had not spoken to him for over a year over a dispute about his daughter. Wheeler, returning from a patient visit, passed William Ray and Kimbrell at a country store and greeted them. Kimbrell replied I ordered you not to speak and fired two barrel shotguns at Wheeler as he rode away striking him in the head and chest. Wheeler fled as a posse pursued the assailant and a lynching rumor spread.
Police in Lake Charles Ka deced to clear crones and suspicious crowds as carnival grounds faced disruption. Officers patrolled streets all day and several suspects were detained while others fled the town amid reports of gambling swindles and counterfeit money.
Janice Miley, a prominent local farmer, was killed on the road to the adjacent county. Her body was found along the roadside with a horse and buggy nearby. Evidence suggests a motive linked to alleged improper relationship with a young girl. the crime remains under investigation. Police report over $300 on the victim.
A large store at G Hamilton in Austin was burglarized this morning. Thieves forced a door, stole cash drawer contents, leaving a clue as officers pursue the suspects. The incident marks Austin’s boldest burglary in recent memory.
General McKibbin receives dispatch from Colonel Hare about Captain John F. Green's battle wound in the Philippines. Major Logan's death noted, with tributes to the Thirty-third United States Volunteers. Fort Moltke and unit transfers described as the Tenth Cavalry arrives from Cuba.
This afternoon at 2:30 o'clock a grand union meeting for men and boys will be held at the Young Men's Chiles Wan Association hall. The gathering unites the boys and men's meetings into one praise service. The Rev. Mex Morey will deliver the Christmas address while Mr. Herbert Reed will lead songs. All men and boys are invited to attend for a pleasant hour.
A memorial meeting for the late Dwight L. Moody will be held at the Young Men's Christian Association building at 4 30 this afternoon. speakers include Dixhop Johnson and Dr Moore. The gathering invites clergy and mourners to attend in sympathy with the bereaved. City marshal W D Druse warns that the city ordinance against discharging fireworks on streets will be enforced during the holidays with arrests for violators. Fireworks may be used in yards or on private property but not on the street.
A letter from Manuel Campa recounts Major John A Logan's death and the Thirty-third Infantry's moves from Manila to La Loma and San Fabian. It details engagements at San Jacinto near five miles from home, heavy fire from snipers, and the casualties including Major Logan, Zinjor Fagan, and several wounded. The writer notes a fierce fight, heavy enemy losses, and hospital details amid the campaign.
Special Officer Bethel of Brackenridge Park arrested Anton Drigch yesterday for plucking mistletoe from a public park. The man faces charges of defacing trees. two earlier similar charges were filed against Re, earder Kroeger.
Fort Worth Texas December 22 all trains are delayed due to heavy holiday traffic and wet roads hindering electric streetcar lines. The disruption affects schedules citywide as crews work to restore service.
A Detroit patent belongs to Platt Troxey for an improved sound transmission device using liquid pressure and a glass indicator in the receiver. It promises simple operation, submarine or underground cable use, and compatibility with Morse code. The inventor hints at further extensions and broader power applications.
Fire at 327 North errest erupts when a gasoline glove explodes during breakfast prep. Mrs Hy O Crozierfaints as flames lash, neighbors rescue her, extinguish blaze, and throw solvent container from stove. Fire Chief Tobin commends quick actions and cool heads of nearby women.
Special to the Sunday Glens from New Orleans reports the Lily White faction of the Republican party may nominate a separate state ticket. The aim is to secure recognition from national Republicans and the president, potentially drawing strength for future elections. A Lily White convention is planned in the city within two weeks, featuring top state men without public office ties and proposing a strong ticket to challenge the regular Republican slate.
Special dispatch from London reports Boer forces extending twelve miles along the Modder River, forming a crescent around the British camp midway between two river mouths. They prepared an attack from all directions though their range cannot reach our positions, while fever and illness affect the British camp's health.
A telegram from Houston confirmed the Pras telegram about an investigation into a mail car incident. Clerk Thomas Hathaway was found dead. the undisturbed contents suggest possible accidental or undetermined cause, with Schutz union members noting the tragedy.
A special bulletin from Sunday Light describes a provisional armistice between British and Boer forces. Movements occur as both sides test ceasefire terms to aid wounded troops from the recent engagement, with midnight discussions noted.
An elaborate wedding on Crosby Street in Government Ell joins Afr W F Sibert and Miss NM Haneho Johnston. The groom hails from the San Antonio Printing Company and the bride is described as a popular, charming young lady.
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