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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1900
Page
6
An archaic advertisement from the Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Company urges readers to use long distance telephony. The copy references dictation via stenographer and telegraphs as alternatives and promotes modern phone service for typical energetic Americans.
Pearsall society reports include visits by Miss Mac Dennett of Dechy and Miss Julia Thomson of Moore, a grand ball with San Antonio Music, and weekly church notices. Commissioners approve juries view for a road from Ty to the county line toward Carrizo Springs. A pear weighing fourteen pounds was sent to Pearsall and a two year old horse was noted in stock news.
An 1898-era notice outlines a decision by a federal judge restricting interference with Creek Nation cattle shipments. It notes terms about leases for grazing and moving cattle into the Creek country from adjacent states, with references to Interior Department officials and the Chief Porter role in the process. Also includes a long list of real estate transfers in various locales and parties.
A surprise party was given at Miss Monier's home on Rua fin street Thursday evening for her birthday anniversary. Music and singing filled the event, and refreshments were served at ten o'clock. Hosts and guests included Minnie Gerlach, Della LaBroche, Ton Walters, Jin Gubbart, Lizzie Meenster, Linda Delsite, Mary Monier, and many others in attendance.
TO TONOR WASHINGTON. The Tdeht Nas receiver an invitation to mvril the annual ball of Natehex iihe, Improved Order of Redmen, to be given in Turner hall next Toorsday nicht in celebration of Washington's Neuwtay. The cumulitees are as Lol Tows: Arrengementa-Con Lodorie, Wm, Mumnne, Tack Grieg, Nedges, Mirsleo-W, TH Slnims, Schinner, morger, Bolcom, Pred Miller. Retention-Atra. Kate Van Teper, Miss Clara Van Ainer, Mit Sinma Rat coin, Mes, Sava Haven, Z. Rowe, Curis, Th Stafford, Won, Tyth, Tale, Blone Kal F194, Morris Smith, LG Hullaly, O. B. Vrouter.
Violence erupted as soldiers attempted to rescue a comrade from police custody at El Paso Fort Sam Houston. Officer Stewart was killed and a Black soldier wounded. the incident spurred police and post forces to mobilize. Captain Loughborough faced scrutiny as a separate court action linked to promotion exams and discipline unfolded.
The Cherokee National Board of Health cites widespread smallpox rise in areas ignoring quarantine rules. In Glaremate the outbreak grows unchecked despite local physicians endorsing the board’s guidance. Fairland quarantine faced forceful resistance but will be enforced by federal authority. The disease remains mild but variable, with southern districts hardest hit. Dr Buck of Wagoner and Dr Davis of Muldrow are listed among victims. Davis reportedly died within thirty six hours of a continent case.
Special to the Sunday Light reports Michael Farrell, an Italian saloonkeeper, convicted of first degree assault for shooting out both eyes of To Heeman Palilek O'Keefe last September. He faces a likely ten year fall sentence. Farrell’s victim testified with a strong impression. Farrell, once a media leader in New Orleans, had left the city after the riots.
Chicago on February 17 a jury found that Nancy Batley was under influence when making a will that left her house worth about 10000 to Voufel, a governess, and 360000 in property. Charles Teutel of Chicago was named as alleged influencer.
The state insurance commissioner issued permits to several firms to operate in the state, including Nakloant Sure ty of New York and Liverpool and Lon dolanit Globe of New York. Filed statements show capital amounts ranging from 20,000 to 59, chats and notes list various insurers and their stated capital stocks amid tax and franchise discussions in the legislature.
St Louis interests prepare to form the Lakeside Amusement company using 48 acres at Creve Coeur Lake with a $25,000 park improvement plan. South side investors linked to St. Louis Transit back the Crève Coeur project, aiming for a single-track rail line and enhanced transport to the lake within twelve miles of the city.
A Chicago based Western roads committee chaired by A Johnson of Rock Island has outlined plans to block all freight moving from east to west on the old basis if non member lines refuse to cooperate. Two seaboard lines not in the coalition promise support. freight westbound would be routed via allied lines. A meeting of railroad officials is awaited and may occur in Chicago tomorrow.
Governor Tanner remains confined as physicians close ranks protecting the sick chamber. An acute gastritis attack worsened, with no admission for visitors and a slow path to recovery expected before resuming duties.
New Orleans plans to add four cotton mills, forming a stock company to build in New Orleans. A Feb meeting at the St. Charles Hotel raised subscriptions, with about 85,000 pledged as a preliminary total. Several gentlemen agreed to take large blocks of stock, aiming to complete the capitalization in days.
A social gathering followed a Music List performance at Lenzi hotel to mark a birthday anniversary of Castle Square Company's Morente. The orchestra members, led by Assistant Master Raytonbore, arranged a spread and celebratory tributes amid guests.
Chicago faces potential delays as contractors threaten labor action over agreements with the Building Warriors Council and National Building Rates Council. In Alabama, the dispensary issue resurfaces with a Tuscaloosa debate and a petition drive listing candidates on the ballot, signaling intensified campaign activity surrounding the liquor question.
Special to the Sunday night reports the final interment of Sergeant Glas s Branke who died in action at Man- Ma on March 27 last. He did not enlist from Mississippi and romance surrounds the shipment of his body. In 1898 he came to Meridian on a recruiting detail, met Miss Tya Robinson, and became engaged. His remains will be sent to her home six miles from the city tomorrow morning.
Special to the Sunday Light reports there is strong probability of early changes in Mississippi public school financing by amending section 200 of the state constitution to raise revenues for schools.
Baker tumbled from a freight wagon near Fredericksburg crossing after a collision with a train. Owner H Christ of the San Antonio Boerne route sent help. Baker’s relatives were informed. One horse died instantly, another suffered severe injuries, and Baker sustained a broken thigh and ankle but is reported resting with hope of recovery.
Sidney Williams aged eight, son of Mr Williams, residing at Delmar Street South Heights, was badly burned on Thursday evening when his clothes caught fire while he played near flames. Miss Mattie Everett, staying at the house, saved him by extinguishing the flames but was burned in the effort. Dr L L Shray was summoned to treat the injuries.
County commissioners granted the city permission to use a county steam roller. The sheriff’s quarterly report through January 32 was examined and approved. January tax collector’s report was partially examined and continued. Bills approved include Mutual Electric Light Co. and county jail maintenance, ash removal, road foreman services, brick repairs, gravel for precincts, and an interpreter fee for inquests.
The episode centers on Thomas Mile whose trash cans were halted by Chief of Police Drnse amid complaints that holes were drilled in sidewalls and holes for each of four legs would be cemented after placement. Mills claims the action was a complaint-driven stoppage to block a rival selling cans, with his profit coming only from advertisements on the cans.
The following births have been reported to the city health office for record. A girl, born February 15, to Mr and Mrs Skinner, 214 Willow Street, Roy. A girl, born February 16, to Mr and Mrs G W Rollins, 222 East Nueva Street. A girl, born February 15, to Mr and Mrs Telster, 04 St Marys Street. A girl, born February 16, to Mr and Mrs Fort, corner A Circle Street and Sixth Street.
In London Feb 17 the Queen conferred the rank of major general on General Vreteh in recognition of Kimberley successes. Nearby reports from Pearcall Texas note burglars broke into Martin & Wert at Moore, stealing shoes and dry goods before fleeing. Sheriff warns of an ongoing inquiry. Licensed vows and utensil trades appear in Thames Wheat and Ketle Bell for Ulpsey and Tra Modes.
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