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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1908
Page
6
Judge Camp rules county commissioners may remove wires and appurtenances from the courthouse as needed to serve the public, denying Stevens an injunction to prevent removal of the Southwestern Telephone lines. Stevens vows to relocate his office and continue serving the people, citing indispensability of both phones.
Stevens says his aim is to preserve office efficiency by using all means to serve the public. He notes the Southwestern telephone covers many areas not reached by rivals and remains unconnected to local peace officers. Judge Camp ruled the Commissioners' court may remove his wires, and Stevens plans to relocate his office to continue duties with both telephones at his expense.
Vail wizard and financier Harriman, who was sixty, remained active after a days‑old illness, visiting his office to attend ceremonies for the opening of a new railroad under the HadtaY river, proving he can cope with the challenges of managing vast railway interests.
A letter from C J Gattan in Sedalia requests participation in a citywide cleanup planned for March 10. The Tacel movement grows daily as residents prepare, urging children to help and turning the day into a half holiday with yard work across the city.
Night riders attacked Broussais Gregory’s residence one mile west of Hopkinsville Kentucky, firing the bedroom where Gregory, his wife, and baby slept. Mrs Gregory was shot at but not seriously harmed. house burned to ash. Local guard units arrived but riders had fled. A note blamed Gregory for violating a pledge to the night rider group. Reports mention subsequent raids and guard movements in Kentucky tobacco regions with related arson claims and disputed insurance.
T N Morris receiver for the Woods National Bank has filed a writ in federal court against A J Wincaist for the allotment of assets. The action marks the first suit by the receiver in the United States circuit, with Morris saying he will pursue the case in whichever court yields quickest settlement. He denied any involvement with Washington, asserting the case is for federal action only and that dividend decisions remain unsettled.
Weather office daily summary notes 42 hour period ending 6 am with temperatures around 48 degrees and a high near 48. Wind speed not clearly legible. Compares current 12 month period to prior year with sparse figures. Full national forecast appears on page eight.
Special to The Light Austin Feb 27 Members of the railroad commission press claims about a statement attributed to George Gouldthal. They blame management for the I and G N railroad losses and dispute responsibility for a potential receivership. Commissioner Story calls the situation surprising while noting the commission bears blame for all outcomes. The International line remains under the commission for rates though orders on improvements were removed.
Mane Villevest and Th Cardenas the two youths accused of assaulting Harry Lavell at A McDonald's store were taken to county court by Judge Mackey. The youths, aged under the age unit, faced possible handling by city authorities as the hearing began in the tavern court.
Witnesses describe a chaotic scene as rocks were hurled toward Lewis during a public event. A projectile struck him through a broken hole, causing significant facial disfigurement and prompting medical attention. Authorities urged calm and investigated possible assailants.
New York February 7 Countess Gladys Glulyx Sonehews formerly Mrs Clady Vienlorlir today gained control of bonds formerly held in the estate of Countling Varlorillt. The transfer moves the estate funds to Countess Glulyx and promises bond interest payments to her. Other trusts valued from $1 000 000 to $2 000 000 are expected to be reassigned in the near future.
Denver murder suspect Cesare Allio, held on charges linked to the St Elizabeths altar attack, was flown from Colorado Springs to Chicago amid fears of lynching. He arrived with four detectives, silenced, en route to jail as prosecutors prepare for a quick trial and possible execution.
W A Hooker of Warren Street reported to the police early yesterday morning that two men assaulted and robbed him in an alley between Soledad Street and Main Avenue. Hecker said the attack occurred as he was returning along North Ings Street and Hesker. Detective Newnam followed leads at Substation No 4. the suspects fled. Hooker lost 2.59.
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