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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1911
Page
13
Aged revolutionary leader General Reyes rides into Linares and surrenders to the commander of Rurales. He seeks amnesty for his followers saying none responded to his call and that he obeys the will of the people who reject him.
United States Attorney Lock McDaniel said he would seek extradition of General Bernardo Reyes to face two charges of neutrality law violations. Reyes surrendered at Linares after a brief chase, asking for trial away from Monterey. Trevino will decide where Reyes is tried, with Linares as the initial holding point.
Rome reports active exchanges between Italy and other powers on the Tripoli war and the possible renewal of the Germany Austria Hungary Italy triple alliance. Constantinople and Rome seek a basis for peace while discussions could lead to Italy leaving the alliance and strengthening the Entente among Britain France and Russia.
In Austin on December 26, Assistant Attorney General C. E. Lane advised state revenue agent E. B. House that a retail liquor dealer selling more than one gallon faces a $375 additional tax for acting as a wholesale dealer. Counties and cities may collect half each. the gross receipts tax also applies, but local authorities cannot collect that tax. House will push retailers to obtain the wholesale license when selling larger quantities.
For San Antonio and vicinity to Tuesday and Wednesday fair and colder. The outlook calls for tranquil conditions with gradual cooling and no precipitation expected. Temperatures retreat with daytime readings in the cooler range and overnight lows dipping modestly.
Observations at 8 am report varied conditions across the region. Cities including Louis, Milwaukee, St Paul, Kansas City, York, and Washington show temperatures from 16 to 84 with snow and rain expected tonight and Wednesday. Winds range from northwest to southeast, and record lows in the 16 to 34 degree range are noted.
A fragment states no fee statement or leased wire from Associated Press to San Antonio should be carried in whole or part by any newspaper and asserts no basis for such claim in the founding of the San Antonio Light.
London reports martial law in Teheran after Persian cabinet dismisses W Morgan Shuster. Russian actions at Resht and Tabriz raise alarm. casualty figures vary, with claims of 500 at Resht including women and children. Russian sources warn of anarchy and push for stronger guards to protect banks and property amid clashes with Persian elements.
New operating amalgamation would unite Southern Bell and Cumberland Telephone under one head for Carolinas through Tennessee plus a separate district for Virginia and West Virginia Maryland and the District of Columbia. W T Gentry would lead both companies. M H Buehler would head the Baltimore district as VP and general manager. Directors plan the vote next month with effect around February 1.
San Antonio post office reports 17 to 26 percent more Christmas week mail than 1910. Letters cards and packages arrived earlier and in greater numbers. For first time all items delivered on schedule during holidays with no delay. Clerks praised for efficiency while staff worked Sundays and Christmas Day to ensure delivery. Many packages still held but stamped and sorted for pickup.
In Chicago on December 26 the federal trial of ten Chicago meat packers indicted under the Sherman act began. The government called its first witness as it outlines the pre National Packing pool history, aims to prove price fixing and reduced competition. The defense revived an immunity plea claiming it applied to all ten defendants. the judge reserved ruling and ordered the case to proceed. Albert H. Veeder testified about Swift & Co.’s organization in 1885 and involvement with National Packing, noting Swift Armour and Morris owned its stock.
Salt Lake City December 26 Jack Curley Chicago manager of Jim Flynn Pueblo heavyweight announced he would guarantee Jack Johnson $20 000 for his share of the purse win lose or draw for a finish fight with Flynn for the heavyweight championship of the world Curley said the battle ground would be in Nevada and insisted the fight be to a finish and could not be staged elsewhere
Chicago December 26 Jack Johnson states he will not fight Jim Flynn for less than a $30,000 purse. He declares willingness to meet Flynn anywhere in the world but insists on the $30,000 amount.
The British steamer Guillemot from London to Genoa foundered December 21 in the bay of Biscay with the captain and fifteen crew lost. Seven survivors were rescued by the steamer Lincairn and landed at Glasgow. A Spanish steamer in distress, name unknown, sank with all hands before aid could reach it.
Dr Samuel Espinosa de los Monteros and Ramirez Aguiana and another man were released on bonds of 500 dollars each by US Commissioner Edwards after arrest for violating US neutrality laws. D R Williams of Bandera County acted as the surety on each bond.
Emphatic denial of reports that General Bernardo Reyes surrendered to Mexican forces at Linares was voiced at his San Pedro Avenue home by Senora Reyes and friends. They called the reports a bluff, saying no telegram from Reyes existed and he would never surrender, noting he was far from Linares the day before.
Information indicated the general’s whereabouts remained uncertain after a Sunday telegram. The latest message placed him some distance from Linares, with Senora Reyes and Senores Parra and Enrele unsure of his location. Reyes family members in the city include his daughters Amalia Sada and Rafaela Davila and Alejando Reyes, while Rodolfo Reyes stays in St. Louis awaiting further telegrams.
Rodolfo Reyes received a telegram from Alejandro Reyes in San Antonio denying press reports that General Reyes surrendered at Linares, Mexico. Rodolfo planned to travel to Chicago tonight unless confirmation arrived, then would proceed to San Antonio.
Ninety nine persons stood before Judge Buckley this morning after arrests from Sunday and Monday. One hundred six defendants filled the police court with fines totaling 89 dollars. Most offenses involved intoxication or disturbances from Subtide celebrations. only two minor injuries noted. Average fines around five dollars, with a few cases at fifteen or twenty five. The court session and crowds filled the forenoon.
Frisco conductor F. E. Bannister of Houston was killed when he was crushed between the caboose and a freight car on his train at Hasima near Bay City, late Christmas afternoon, officials reported.
Marshall Hicks, attorney for General Reyes, said a bond of 10,000 remains in effect with Col. F. A. Chapa and Fred W. Cook as sureties. Reyes surrendered to Mexico and faces sedition charges. Trial moved from Laredo to Brownsville with Reyes not expected to appear next Monday. Chapa plans to announce ready for trial. his whereabouts unavailable.
Rain fell last night to about .02 of an inch. The forecast calls for fair and colder conditions tonight with light northerly winds. San Antonio expected to cool but not to extreme lows. Extreme temperatures reported in Winnipeg area. zero is from Mood, Minnesota to Winnipeg.
The Associated Press reports from Mexico City on December 26 that the week is expected to conclude with further developments regarding the General, with details continuing on page 2. The notice hints at ongoing military or political activity but provides no concrete outcomes in the available text.
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