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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1900
Page
6
A Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone company advertisement extols modern long-distance communication. It notes that handwriting is slow while dictation and telegraphy exist, and asserts that the typical American uses the long-distance telephone, offering a word to the wise.
Pearsall residents host visitors from Laredo and Moore while local ministers and merchants attend to church and business. W B Cowley and daughter Lucille, Rev T Z Hutcheson, and Mr N B Sluts are among those noted. A fish pond event at the Beevers home drew a large, sociable crowd.
Special to the Sunday Light from Washington reports Chairman Payne of the Ways and Means Committee introducing a bill to redeem revenue stamps that have been spotted destroyed or rendered useless or unfit for their purpose. The bill sets a minimum redeemed value of $2 and allows refunds for destroyed stamps or those taken off ships with proper proof. It notes concerns from business about recovering value for unusable stamps and assigns the measure to the Ways and Means Committee.
In Boone County Missouri the case of W F Nelson a Missouri University student against Tandy and Dison livery firm, over injuries from a wagon overturn while the Missouri football team returned from Fulton, goes to Mexico for venue change. Plaintiff Nedson seeks $300 with his nose broken and other injuries, while the verdict reportedly shifts on the severity of the accident.
A Curran Catholic protest met to oppose the appointment of a new bishop. Delegates prepared dispatches to Rome and Washington denouncing the move while establishing a special committee to pursue action with Wood and Gee. General Maxima Gomez sent a sympathetic letter though he could not attend. An additional meeting was held that evening.
Special wire reports from Ornetown say a colonial guard named long faces treason charges for conspiring with the queen's enemies and damaging a railway in the Douglas district. Michnu, assistant secretary of Kimberley Afrikander Bond, is reported captured at Meenon's camp near Mader River. both men await court martial with death as the penalty upon conviction.
Local nurse training group reports growing success. They have secured a fine building at Mesquite and Virginian streets and plan further construction, praising the location as attractive and near the street car line for accessibility.
The Texas secretary of state filed charters for Tioga Miners Welln Co Smithville MIU Co Calvert Fire Dept Greeneville Water Co with capital stocks noted and permits granted to Order of Pendo Columbian League Arch Phoenix. The adjutant general verified disbandment of Hempstead Light Guards and Brazos Light Guard with honorable discharges issued. Gov Sayers reappointed board of regents for two years to counter Supreme Court trustee rulings. Foreclosure suit filed by American Freehold on Falls county land against B. Gustey et al for 35000 dollars.
Telegraphic dispatch from Philadelphia notes the Republican National Convention may shift to New York as Philadelphia officials struggle to fund the treasury with a $400,000 target. Chairman Boonh says a new plan may be called while senator Hanna and Mayor work on remaining pledges. city backers reportedly faced pressure over past commitments for jubilee and Army of the Republic support.
The Inter Ocean Publishing Company files a $500000 suit in Chicago against the Associated Press and listed officials and papers alleging conspiracy to injure its business. It claims expulsion from AP membership damaged its news services and standing as a newspaper.
Ada F P Murray of Norfolk Virginia wed Henry M Alden of New York in Washington DC this morning. She is widow of Kenton C Murray former editor of the Norfolk Landmark. Alden, a widower and long time editor at Harper and Harper and Brothers, has three daughters and resides in Methuen New Jersey.
New Orleans crowd swells for the carnival season as visitors from the north arrive by train. City hotel space is nearly exhausted and overall accommodations are expected to be taxed to capacity during the festivities.
Special to Sunday Lights February report notes Britain seeks allied intervention from Germany France and Russia for Iran conflict but faces reluctance. Allies fear broader war and US withdrawal could boost British leverage. Despite war strain Europe, Britain and colonies demonstrate resources, yet financial stress persists while America hesitates.
Special wire from Washington reports Carnegie's concealed influence on the McKinley campaign. The president sought guidance on Maigell and expansion, while Carnegie faced pressure to support a major political push. Despite offers of funds and interests, Carnegie refused to alter his stance or fully back a candidate.
A San Antonio Messenger service considers employing ten girls with wheels as messengers. Mr Lovey, a backer, says the idea is not new and would prove capable and reliable. Parents’ prejudice and cold weather hindered a prior trial, but officials remain hopeful about a future run.
Attorney General McGhurg declares that Masonry lodges and kindred orders are taxable under the state tax law, despite claiming charity. He reasons charities are restricted to members and their staff, while exemptions require charitable institutions to be open to the public.
Mobile Alabama February 24 Tossie Mitten eighteen was killed instantly after a dispute at a Bayou Le Hatro canning factory. John Crashman twelve claimed the girl assaulted his mother and fired at her, killing Mitten instead. Authorities intervened as lynching threats rose. a deputy sheriff secured Crashman at the scene.
Special to the Synaay Night reports a Black soldier fled from Fort Bliss pursued by officers with eighty golfara reward offered for capture. Another soldier arrested today for alleged complicity in the assault on the city jail and the murder of Omer Stewart.
A wire from New Orleans reports a heated opposition within the Democratic party to Bryan's nomination. Key figures from Alabama and other regions are seen rallying against him, signaling a tense conference in the city as tensions rise.
North and east excursionists arrive as Katy railroad tickets and mind reading tests stir interest. Prof Calet and Mr Bass under scrutiny over performance claims with a St Louis prize trip promised for successful test subscribers. Multiple rail tours from New Orleans to Mexico and California draw crowds as officials monitor events.
The piece satirizes local Democratic and Republican activity with references to the Silk Stockings, Jefferson club, and McHugo's Chronicle. It notes a poor rural turnout, denounces trash talk, and hints at tensions in Waco and Belton with figures like Geo. W. Breckenridge and possible Republican candidates.
Coroner Sweeney investigated a death at the Laclede hotel where a man found in bed with morphine poisoning was identified as J. GC. Smith Wa o. A postal card to Ed Evans referenced Odd Fellows Taylor Texas meeting. Undertakers J.T. Burnett & Co arranged disposal. estimated age about 23.
Two habeas corpus petitions were filed in county court yesterday over child custody. Jacinto Castillo seeks custody of 12 year old Patra Castilis claiming illegal restraint by Victoria Canthia. Apolonio Garza seeks custody of two year old Antonia Garza alleging restraint by Angelina Cuellar and asserting she is the child of his marriage to Eusebia Garejaa.
Reports from Quay supporters in Washington on February 24 say the senator may be seated after a vote to dispose of his case. A new group of Pennsylvanian allies has formed a bloc predicting 48 votes in the Senate, four past a majority, though the exact timing remains unclear. Opponents led by Senator Burrows say a fight to block the seating may continue.
Mow Orleans reports Seattle Alty Vexngs ship arrived at port this morning after docking opposite Gani Street. The vessel was welcomed noisily and is expected to come here in a few days.
A report from the Thirty-seventh District covers new trial for Harry Lee Bird on forgery charges, with Jacob Renz filing a verdict for $19,000 in his damage suit against W. L. Bird. Judge Green granted a new trial, while Ed King and others faced sentences or releases in varied cases. Several cases moved, including Harry Lee Bigamy set for Monday in Rosilin Lemon v WR McBerton, and a $70,000 rail damages suit nearing closure with a $10,000 verdict for the plaintiff after two days of trial adjournments.
Major Charles Thompson opened bids yesterday for sixty cavalry horses at the Department of Texas. The exchange of programs followed a protest by the governor general of Cuba. A circular ordered men to walk to the guardhouse. sick reports and furlough updates filled the post. Lt Serjeant Oscar Mami moved to quarriNo 5. non commissioned staff shifts noted in Sixth Infantry and Twenty-fifth Infantry. Corporal Bennett returned from furlough with movements and vacancies among staff.
In memory of a lady, about 11 couples attended a complimentary dance. The event featured Capt Guerre Ginyta and Blas Minnie Aviezsi leading the volunteers in a lively program with arrangements by Emile Zinameyer and others.
A conference of state campaign committee members and Alabama leaders reviewed Morgan's gains across counties. The chairman said Morgan swept counties donors did not expect and predicted he would carry forty of fifty four counties in April. He voiced strong confidence in Mor mans success and outlined vigorous campaign plans from now to the April primaries.
McKinight, chairman of the Populist state executive committees, has called a state convention in Atlanta on Tuesday, April 16. Delegates will be elected for the national convention in Cincinnati May, and candidates for governor and other state officers will be nominated. The meeting will handle other business as appropriate.
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