Model License Bill Aims to Purge Liquor Trade of Lawbreakers
Legislature to consider a Model License bill urged by the Model License league. The proposal seeks to remove liquor questions from politics by penalizing violations strictly, limiting saloons by population, and suspending licenses after first offense and cancelling on second. It argues licenses should reward lawful behavior and keep dealers politically independent.
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Model License League
Friends
Gilmore
Model
License League
Tional
Orer
Ft Wold
Arrest of a 15 year old in $70 theft case
A white boy named Wil Van Diest, 15, was arrested this forenoon on the fair grounds by police. He formerly worked for Paneotsts Morgan Company and is said to have collected $70 for the company. He disappeared after the report to the police at the Union. He claimed he had been staying at Taylor and reached the city early today, distressing the show grounds before arrest.
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Wil Ve van Diest
Paneotsts
Morgan Cormany
Uni
Pokew
Taylor
Attendees Fill White House for New Year Greeting
Washington reports a large New Year greeting at the White House for President Hoover with diplomats from nearly all nations, officials from every government branch, and citizens. The Italian ambassador attended while Chinese representatives mourned the late emperor and empress. The crowd gathered early at the portico as vice presidents, cabinet members, and others exchanged greetings in informal hallways.
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Washington
White House
Hoosewelt Wishon
China
Od Downs
Mra. Roosevelt
Carnival decision hinges on public support in San Antonio
The Spring Carnival directors voted to decide on repeating the event this year only if robust cooperation and funding are secured. A mass meeting of contributors and interested citizens is set for Thursday night at the Business Men's Club to decide the carnival’s fate. Directors present included George Leroy Brown, Selig Deutschmann, WB Tuttle, AH Halff, Sam Harris, and Charles Graabner.
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San Antonio Movle
Business Men’s Club
Spring Carnival Association
Man's Club
George Leroy Brown
Selig Deutschmann
WB. Tuttle
AH. Halff
Sam Harris
Charles Graabner
LID BRINGS SUNDAY LOOK TO MONTGOMERY
In Montgomery Alabama a Sunday liquor look arrives as legal doubt grows around licensing. Leon Weil a leading southern firm will seek licenses. if refused they will sue to test the act. Saloons remain closed and the Bar Exchange Hotel hosts diminished activity.
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Lid
Montgomery
Ala
Alabama
Montgomery Lynor
Leon Weil
South
Siovile
Bar Exchange
Confederacy
Chicago begins a canvass for $100000 for Italian sufferers
Chicago organizations led by the board of trade and several groups started a drive to raise $100,000 or more for Italian earthquake victims. The appeal urged immediate help with the promise that one dollar will do the work of ten dollars weekly in time. Funds sought before Sunday night.
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Chicago
Chicago ‘Board of Trade
Italy
Governor presses drive to end gambling in Vexag
Assistant County Attorney Dan Lewis says Governor Campbell will enforce the Baskin-Me Grepor law and root out gambling. Lewis returned from Atalin after meeting the state executive to discuss violations and potential punishment for past offenses. He claims many gamblers active in the past years face renewed crackdown as closures stay in effect.
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Campbell
Vexag
Baskin-MeGrepor
Dan. Lewis
Atalin
Tg State
Tr. Lewis
Austin
Guy Armor
Jay
Fair Association to Elect Officers Next Tuesday
Officers of the International Fair association for 1909 will be elected at a 3 80 o'clock meeting next Tuesday in the secretary’s office at Frost National Bank. Directors discuss positions. re election of President Wahrmund and Secretary Vance is likely. Tuttle and Simms have been named for the presidency and plans for next year’s fair will follow the election.
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International Fair Association
Frost
Wahrmund
Vance
W. B. ‘Tuttle
W. H. Simms
Sugar mill blaze destroys Collins plant on Fra City road
Fire at the Collins sugar and molasses mill on Fra City road consumed the building last night. Estimated at 3000 dollars with no insurance, the origin is unknown. PF Collins and Mrs Collins were at home nearby as wires alerted, but fire crews arrived after the blaze had already consumed the plant.
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Tha Collins
Fra Clty
PF. B. Collins
Tate
Collins
Mer
Colling
Tony
Payor to Lead Cattlemen Lobby in Washington
S H Cowan attorney for the Texas Cattle Raisers association says cattle men nationwide plan to open headquarters in Washington to secure needed legislation. The head will be placed in charge of Wy is verified as Pryor of San Antonio. Cowan says he has assurances from Ways and Means Committee members to retain the leather duty and likely raise the tariff.
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Fort
Mayor Given Portrait in Board Ceremony
Mayor Callaghan received two portraits from Dr. J. Hertaberg on behalf of the health board. The presentation praised the board’s work over the past year and praised the city’s sanitary condition as the session continued with reports and routine business.
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Callaghan
Fotba
J. 2. Hertaberg
Behit
Board of Hearth
New Year’s Shattering Bullet Hits Home Window
A stray bullet from New Year celebrations struck the home of J. E. Morria, a Southern Pacific Railway conductor, at 216 Garden Street injuring a heavy window pane but not harming the occupants. The shooting occurred as whistles and bells heralded the new year.
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EL Morria
Southern Pacific Railway Company
Garden Struet
Abort
O'Ethvik
Tunity
Mme
Animera Ferof Ue Family
New Year Police Blotter Reports Light Holiday Crime
The police blotter notes a quiet Christmas period with no serious crimes recorded. Judge Buckley fined about six drunken defendants a total of 41 dollars in a brief police court session. Disturbance cases included Arthur Nelson for door damage on Santa Rosa avenue and Jose Cervantez for loud language at home, each fined five dollars.
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Buckley
Pia Hee
Arthur Nelson
Santa Rosa Avenue
Jose Cervantez
Phillips Named Relief Officer In Police Department
James Phillips is appointed as relief officer for the forenoon shift under Mayor Callahan. He returns to duty tonight and has prior experience as mounted officer, having resigned recently. Relief duties cover officers on days off as per regulations. Julius Bless shifts from relief to regular head.
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James Phillips
Forencon
Callathan
Phips
Julius Bless
Government ready for trial in Woods cases at federal court
Assistant United States Attorney Cresson said the government is ready for trial in the Will Woods cases arising from the suspension of the Woods National Bank and urged Tuesday’s session. Defense motions have previously delayed proceedings, but officials indicated a strong chance of trial with little chance of further postponement. Engelking of El Paso assists in the case preparations.
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United States District
Formy
Cresson
Will Woods
the Woods National Bank
Triad
Cresson Way
Yun
Ming
Tisnet
Engelking
FL Paso
Motorman Darrow Honored With Police Medal
Motorman H H Darrow received a police medal after risking his life to aid Patrolman Froboese during a fight at the corner of Texas Verde and Dolorosa streets. Darrow disarmed an armed suspect and helped arrest the other assailants, likely saving Froboese from serious harm.
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Bis
Ed Froboese
Nomotargian
Hi Anutonts Traction Company
Watt
Darrow
Txvedo
Dolorosa
Mroboese
Hoth
He Nan
Frohorse
Baggage Agents Rally for 1910 Convention in San Antonio
A campaign to secure the 1910 Baggage Agents Association of America convention for San Antonio was launched. Secretary John B Cervington of the Business Men's Club sent out over 200 advertising notices to promote the effort, with George H. Bower of the MOK headquarters in Parsons Kansas organizing the drive. Local weather was not reported due to a holiday.
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Baggage Agents’ Association of America
San Antonio
John B. Cervington
Business Men's Club
Ely
St. Avenstine
Fla
George
Bower
Mok
Parsons
Kan
Wis
La Part Island Not Destroyed After Earthquake
Rome reports the La Part Islands were not destroyed and no lives were lost after a strong quake on December 23. A government torpedo boat sent to investigate confirms some building damage but no fatalities. The news was met with prayers of gratitude across Italy.
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Rome
Janu
la Part
Italy
Death Toll Figures Reported in Reggio Dispatch
An official dispatch from Reggio cites a death toll of about 20 000 with a further figure of 30 000 mentioned as likely. The reading notes concerns over casualties and references a person named Dan L.
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Dan
Reggio
Amon Lo
Ambassador Griscom Awaits Fleet Arrival at Messina
Rome reports Ambassador Griscom awaiting the American fleet nearing Messina likely next week. He sent Major Reynolds Landis and other officials with instructions to aid Americans in Sicily and Southern Italy after the earthquake. He also conveyed Red Cross relief of 360,000 and a $20,000 gift from the Christian Herald.
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Rome
C. Griscom
Mesasina
Slielkon
Messina
Reynolds Landis
Wiltary
Bayard Cutting
Milans
Winthrop Chandley
Sicily
Oulwria
Earthquake Devastates Naples Hospitals Overwhelmed With Injured
The Naples earthquake injured about 2000 people, overwhelming hospitals, churches, bases, and theaters that are being repurposed. Many victims were forcibly taken to facilities, while tankers deliver drinking water to Messina. Russian warship crews shared food, aiding survivors amid widespread devastation. At Taormina Sicily, several Americans reportedly escaped with minor damage.
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Naples
Pislo
Messia
Malhareff
Taatmina
Sicily
Brazil raises sum for relief to calamity sufferers
Rio de Janeiro January 1 The senate passed a condolence vote on the Cilabria and Bielly disaster. Italian Brazilian and German banks subscribed 1400 dollars for the sufferers. The total raised, joined with subscriptions statewide, forms a handsome relief fund via the chamber of commerce chapters.
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Rio de Janeiro
Sénate
Cilabria
Bielly
Chamber of Commerce
El Paso Policeman Forced to Kill After Interference
A El Paso policeman shot a man after the suspect resisted and drew a weapon. The officer acted during a confrontation in El Paso Texas as part of a one day incident. The details were not fully clear in the report.
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EL Paso
Tex
Dan
Mitch
Isa Bors Ruble
Atcoat
Italian Scientist Warns Government of Possible Repeat Calamity
An Italian scientist warns authorities that a future disaster may recur, as the United States pledges close to one million dollars in relief for victims. Relief funds aim to aid affected communities and support reconstruction efforts.
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America
Reggio earthquake toll and future risks prompt stricter laws
Rome reports Prof Alfael of Florence observatory warns kuismica activity may persist three years. The disaster at Reggio calls for tighter building laws in earthquake zones as survivors crowd shelters and orphans rise. Many babies found wandering, some parents missing or dead, regions fear an epidemic from decomposing corpses.
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Rome
Alfael
Iha Florence Observatory
Kuismica
Thalys
Regy Gio Ip
Regelo
Messina
Reggio
Congress to be asked to aid Italy quake relief
Washington reports government and private citizens will cut to relieve the Italy earthquake sufferer. The Red Cross Society today patched practically 400000 dollars for Italy and Congress will be asked for a January appropriation.
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U. S
Congress
Washington
Jan
Red Cross Society
Ital
Gotham raises funds for earthquake victims in New York
Contributions in New York for the earthquake relief totaled nearly 189000 after a day of giving. The Red Cross led with about 47000, the Stock Exchange contributed 21000, and Italian groups raised about 37000. Provisions and clothing for about 50600 needy people were sent aboard the supply ship Celtic yesterday.
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New York
Jan. L
Red Cross Society
Stock Exchange
Geltic
Canada Grants 310000 in Aid for Sicily Earthquake Sufferers
Canada pledges substantial aid for Sicily quake victims amounting to 310000 dollars with further support from generals contributions. Ottawa reports the government will supplement the grant to assist those affected.
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Ottawa
Sicily
Canada
Boston Relief Effort Total Reaches 68506 Dollars
Boston reports a collected relief total of 68506 dollars for earthquake victims in Italy and Sicily. The drive aims to aid sufferers with funds raised locally through ongoing donations in Boston.
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Boston
Masa
Dan
Italy
Sicily
French Troops Aid Relief Efforts Arrive in Mesalta
Mesalta reports French squadron lands with about 5000 troops after a harsh event. The force moves through the city to assist the wounded and maintain order as relief operations begin.
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Mesalta
Nove
Haish
Women nurses head to aid wounded in Paris
In Paris a party of women nurses from the Red Cross volunteers departed to assist wounded colleagues and meet urgent medical needs amid ongoing dangers and disruptions.
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Paris
Fan UA
Rene
Red Crass
Helk
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