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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1897
Page
5
The report notes Mather & Co.'s flour deal near Pox teri Ohio totaling 150000 and 40000 Beaxarin county, while a string of violent incidents injure five after a shooting. Coverage covers Cullt reports, Le high profile trials, and Cripple Greet concerns as deaths, labor actions, and global events ripple through communities.
Fragmented text depicts a dramatic, chaotic scene with references to a deceased person, a brother Streffer, a missing sum of money, and a chaotic inquiry. The core names and places are unclear, with many garbled details and injured prose, but hints of a family tragedy and investigation surface amid the damaged OCR.
A Benton Kellerfontaine south bound street car collided with an Aston line westbound car at Eleventh and O'Fallon. The Union line motorman was thrown from the dash and landed near a pile of debris. Several passengers escaped serious injury. traffic was halted for a couple hours.
A dec 26 dispatch from Binmingville Alabama reports a lineman killed at a textile mill after a fall from a ladder while investigating a burglary spree tied to T A Davis Co store break in. The death occurred as officers and witnesses describe a violent accident during salvage and machinery mishaps.
A violent incident near a railroad crossing left Downing fatally wounded and lacerated. Witnesses report a ghastly scene as doctors at the home note a small chance of recovery for another injured in the attack. Downing, a Civil War veteran, served in cavalry and was not a member of Company 1 at the Soldiers' Home.
Treasury wire dispatch reports available cash of 1,287,188,240 dollars and a gold reserve of 1,595,000,000. The figure reflects the current condition of the treasury as of December 25 with emphasis on liquid assets and vault holdings.
In a troubling report a 19th century account describes a person mimicking the death of Miss Lelia Herbert after years of illness and nervous distress. Affected by a prior suicide attempt, the subject attempted self harm by crawling through a sun window to fall onto railway property, reflecting her imitation of the Herbert case.
Special wire from Lima reports Mary Barney Pickett an aged widow was found dead in the hay loft here. Administrators searched the premises and recovered over 10,000 in bank notes and silver, plus 5,000 in personal notes. Two thousand dollars were found sewn in a wood bonnet, suggesting poverty and a final struggle. No heirs declared. no heirs known to claim the property.
Commissioner of pensions Clay Evans plans to urge Congress after the holidays for an appropriation around $200,000 to fund a public census of pensioners. The record would include names addresses and pension amounts, aiming to catalog ongoing pension applications and recipients in the region.
A special wire reports a skirmish near Boule Terre La involving Tree Fred Mims and 4 Urakenin on the alppl aver aml Boune Terre railway. They became involved in an altercation with Henry Owens a bartender in Wil liawson's stloou and wissfigt and killed.
A Leavenworth Kansas report notes a special Sunday operation near Leavenworth producing superior lead ore from sands. The site at Whe Inkes shows eight inch thick clear sud layers, with evidence pointing to favorable commerce prospects.
Fragmentary OCR text reports on a high school girl named Gertly T. Lewis from San Praxce, described as married with unclear age. The piece notes she continues school at Art Salon and mentions conflict with law over married status affecting pupil eligibility, but details are garbled.
Special wire from Brookhaven Mississippi reports the jury returned a guilty verdict in the state case against Agpon Loftob for the murder of Kirby Suillthe. Sentencing details not provided.
A July conference among Alexander Rexwell and four Boston ticket Republicans aligned to back May Boxwell for the speakership while keeping options open on the U S Senate. Delegates indicated strong support for Boxwell, but no commitment on the senatorial vote, signaling ongoing negotiations within the party.
In December 25 report from Tullar MW two married defendants, Wipnetoe and his wife, were led to a prison charge for attempted crime but received a superior mercy. An order from the Supreme council directed the prisoners to be taken to Ginbridge for admission, granting a new trial and lifting their fourteen year sentence, leaving them overjoyed as they returned home through a late rain.
Mrs Grant writes from Washington to deny ever being engaged to Alfred Sanford of St. Louis. She recalls urging a job for Sanford as a neighbor of her family, while stating Grant never pursued marriage with Sanford or any other person.
Thovas Hyland was found guilty of murdering David Witzgerald and sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary. The case echoes a prior trial when Isaland faced killing charges against a different man, with a mistaken target.
Dennis Kaly, a well known weber of Jean colony and no locomotive engineer on the National railroad, was shot dead in his car near Salina, Mexico. No motives have been given for the act, and the case remains unsolved with few clues available.
Senator Mekueryattaw voiced strong backing for a national quarantine measure as lawmakers debate constitutionality and practical design. He noted four bills have been introduced and more are anticipated, with Dr. Gallinger regarded as a capable chair guiding a preferred single measure to the Senate for health protection.
Fragmented wires report a dispute between President Mekintey and Secretary Gage on fiscal policy. The 2 December notes say their treasury views differ, with rumors of a Senate ally pressing Mekintey to push Gage aside, while a cabinet split remains evident.
Dexgergus Pal reports a grave accident during a train crew run to the water tank. Foreman Powell stepped from the engine and slipped off the side, plunging about 20 feet to the bank below. He sustained a broken nose, severe scalp wounds, and facial cuts but is not deemed dangerously ill. He was moved to the hospital for treatment.
New Orleans December 25 Secretary Hester reports the world’s visible cotton supply rose by 74 393 bales in the past week while last year’s figure rose by 132 459 and the year before by 80 35 matter. Total visible supply stands at 4 110 455 bales, with American cotton at 3 927 455 against 3 841 062 last week and 4 862 776 a year ago. Egyptian Brazilian Indian and other kinds show mixed changes, with Egyptian and Brazilian declines offsetting gains elsewhere. Major shift leaves total all kinds nearly 300 000 bales under the year’s dust. Special wire in Supply Light Rock Ark December 25 Maj Al Stilwell a veteran printer aged 57 died after civil war service with Co J P Ragoe now Governor of Arkansas. He served in the battle lines and carried 40 Dis grave wounds suffered in action.
Sibel, a Missouri stock dealer of wealth, was murdered in a sensational incident years ago in Wannibal. In the latest case in this city Major Stilell shot and killed in a personal dispute. Dale Connell faced the FESMtt of a personal difficulty and was required, the killing ruled justifiable homicide.
A New York divorce case centers on Mrs Astor seeking custody of her children from Colman Drayton. The dispute involves education plans and the father's wish to keep the children, with the mother arguing for access and warning of potential removal abroad. The case references a substantial annual support provision and emphasizes the children’s welfare and schooling.
A council meeting reviews bids from Alderman Mr Olek Kenan and Alderman Win. A. Oheine for building works on Moanth Waces A Meranin and a renu at State and Polk streets. The discourse signals wary scrutiny of proposals amid aldermen’s ward responsibilities.
Voters faced registration delays before a constitutional convention in two weeks as May 20 figures show 66,000 registered and April turnout around 46,000. Officials fear low interest and foregone conclusion amid weak opposition. In Hot Springs, utilities dispute prompts power cuts and lamp dismantling as talks stall. New Orleans garbage dispute ends with city paying 150,000 to settle, surrendering claims and ending litigation over waste disposal control.
A damaged line notes editor Orth Stein once served in Kangor City and mentions Rochester General O Neal and an attorney in connection with an unspecified matter on a Sunday.
Amid a mounting dispute Johnson withdraws Anite ce presentitives and factional clashes intensify. O'Neil and Tote San vow peaceful channels while warning that Stein may threaten Meir’s name. Stel issues a statement threatening leaders or enemies with leaving town or death, setting an impossible near future for a détente.
A garbled dispatch reports officials in Tilwsi, Mixs., and nearby areas debating quarantine rules amid concerns over enforcement and public impact. The correspondent notes W. J. Gaawе expressing worry that new measures may influence compliance, with mentions of elevated tensions at coastal communities and the potential long term effects on civil duties.
The report describes Emil Karltan detained by officers Finau and Juntin on North Tweletly Street after an alleged breakin and theft at a shop. He claimed innocence and cried about fearing an innocent old mother at risk while awaiting police processing. Local residents and witnesses provided sparse details as the case moves to court.
A cryptic Texan health case summary highlights inspector actions and actions by Wise Led and Dame. It notes advances in health copies and copyrights with references to Vickivurs and Tani. Details remain uncertain due to fragmented OCR text.
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