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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1909
Page
5
Testimony recounts Governor Patterson and Col Cooper handling a tense collision after a threatening letter. Witnesses describe attempts to avert violence, calls to advisors, and plans to keep Cooper safe while a suspect faced charges.
Briest and Gurlie Ailtetalgh, aged eight and five, were found wandering this morning on East Houston Street. Mes. 4, G. Curie, of the Anedares-Vwiveot, brought the children to a rescuer and they said they had been sent to town to meet someone. They did not know their home, and one parent was unknown. Mrs. Carter fed them and will stay with them to locate guardians. Only likely address in city directory is Chris Mileladorts at Lone Star brewery, residence 200 East Josephing Street.
The account describes Governor Patterson and Cox discussing a reconciliation amid wartime politics. They confirm related conversations, with the court detailing testimonies and the possible influence on proceedings. The proceedings include notes on interviews and a conference request from the state.
A garbled account describes a social event at 3230 O'slae ho inviting members from Har an Wied and others. It notes a social gathering by the Har rimann party and hints at political maneuvering, with plans to meet in May and discussions about a social war and reception.
Temple officials discuss joining a baseball league as a potential franchise in Temple Texas. The city plans to await developments and consider available options while exploring local support and readiness for a professional team.
Jury in Part II district court returned verdict for Willan Tinbert against the Alamo Cement Company awarding $25,000 for personal injuries. Plaintiff was a laborer who claimed to have fallen in pits or kilns causing severe injuries.
A storm developed over northern Mexico and was forecast to move northward with a wide ranging approach. Officials warned of changing conditions and urged caution as residents observed the evolving weather pattern.
The county commissioners approved a slate of personnel changes, naming a woman to head the county office and appointing the county editor to oversee duties. The commission set salaries for 13 officials across precincts. Mary Streak was named to run the Pick tax collector’s office.
Indictments announced include embezzlement charges against Willie Van Talust and others, with Walla Shory indicted for probable murder. The court actions hinge on February dates. Mrs Mary Olde, 88, widow of the late Jara Vaud, died at her home as services are planned. Her funeral details and burial in Oak Stown cemetery were released.
Reports from El Paso show federal investigators probing smuggling activity tied to a car stop near New Orleans. An inquiry led by Commissioner Vandyle examined testimonies over several days, with no final deportation decision yet issued and officials cautioned that details remain preliminary.
In Pearl Texas at noon the coroner had not completed the inquest into the death of Wh Ay Hell felled yesterday by Luther Thrash, a farmer and former teacher. The report notes the suspect plans to plead unwritten law claiming a wife’s insult.
Ane Spizer, a former well known resident of San Antonio, returned to the city for a visit to his sister Mrs. Salle Friedman at 817 Suntree Street. While absent, Mr. Spizer met misfortune when he stepped on an object that caused his tooth to be damaged.
A clash with detectives in New Orleans ends with the death of one thief and injuries to another amid gunfire and arrests. Details are unclear due to fragmented OCR text, but authorities say two suspects were involved and several accomplices are being questioned.
Public schools close Tuesday in observance of Texas Independence Day. Patrialie and civic groups prepare a yearlong program as students and faculty gather for activities in the school building Wednesday afternoon.
In San Antonio Texas on February 27 1999 deputies Nippler and Massey faced indictment actions after a county grand jury found a bill of indictment against them. They resigned and asked suspension pending vindication with bond set at 2000 dollars. The district court transfers will affect trial witnesses and proceedings.
Fragmentary weather note for San Antonio with unclear timing and temperature data. Mentions a two hour window and possible wind changes but details are obscured by OCR errors. Overall impression points to routine local forecast with no decisive conditions.
Legislators arrived from Austhe che more be. A delegation of Fillgens greeted the visitors. They were warmly welcomed and will be entertained.
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