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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1909

Page

6

Woman Testifies She Shot Brother-in-Law in Court Fight

Martia Real 20 testifies in Thirty-seventh district court that Arthur Groszoghmigen threatened to kill her after she refused his advances. She says he followed her on the road, fired at her as she rode in a buggy, and she grabbed the gun barrel to prevent harm. The prosecution rests on her account as jury deliberates the case.

Arthur Grogzaehmigen Martia Real Miss Real Groszoshmizen GE. G. Smith B. Arnstein T. Brown Ja Wart Fred Frave Sbi J. F Gallagher Aarcs C.F Water Tiluesgrand Nd Id M, Melineny Artur Groszgehmigen

Four Gie Crash on River Near Rockport Ky

In heavy fog on Green River above Rockport Kentucky a steamer Seamel struck a raft, crushing men asleep in a tent and causing multiple fatalities. The dead are Fred Westerigld Belgin Madnox Reg Amok Dan Heelen, all of Rochester, Kentucky.

Rockport Jost Seamel Green River Fred Westerigld Belgin Madnox Reg. Amok Dan Heelen Rochester Ky Iangey

$800000 Bill For Quake Victims Law Signed

The president signed a bill, previously passed by both houses, appropriating $300,000 for relief of Lalian earthquake sufferers. The action occurred shortly before two this afternoon.

Washington Congress

Hospital Building Under Way On Corner Lot

Work has begun on a two room hospital at the corner of Myrtie and Misdale avenues for Venable. The project costs $15,000 and will be built with stone. Venable will operate it as a private infirmary. Contractor GT Finchim expects completion within several months.

Myrtie and Misdale Avenue Venable Stunco Ter GT. Finchim

Boss Croker to Visit Texas This Spring

Spael) to The Light Deals Tex. Tun fn 1 Met esl oC Pat Neneh Fla is tere in doy ON BANS be arceived polithia ad vices from Ros? Rinhara Crokes that he will visit Texas on a plursma trip fairly this aprkng.

Spael Tex Ros Rinhara Texas

Murder and Kidnap Near Vallacilo Amid Christmas Tragedy

News reports a grisly Christmas Eve incident near the Mexican border where two men, Inee Rodriguez and Victor Coltax, were hacked to death after abducting Coltax's wife Manuela. Suspected fugitives fled into the mountains as villagers raised alarm. Rodriguez and Coltax were killed, Berduge missing, and signs of a violent struggle noted at their ranch.

Rodrigues Nunelo Rodriguez Cutlax Berduge Pholoum Mexico

San Antonio Drives $124 050 Gift for Italy Quake Victims

Citizens in San Antonio raised 124 050 for quake and tidal wave sufferers in southern Italy.14 canvassing volunteers gathered 1340 50 on day one from residences and businesses. The City and Lone Star Drawerbest led with 100 each as individuals averaged 5.0. The relief fund was to be sent to the Red Cross after tomorrow’s meetings.

Italy San Antonio Eligiam Red Cross Society Roleawatda City Lone Star Brawerbest

Arrest of Soldier in Rear of Business House

A young man claiming to be a soldier was arrested by Patrolman Ton Mock at about 12 o clock in the rear of Wirkeniger Ul cycle repair shop at Navarro street. He attempted to force a window and was jailed. A temporary charge of malicious mischief was lodged at the police headquarters.

Wirkeniger Ulcycle W. D. Longworth Ton Mock and Jorged Prisperial Police

Aged Dallas Man Dies After Blow

Dating Tex Jan AC. W Thyran an aged man knocked down during a personal wit enky yesterday died today. He is well known over Texas. J Bvana Sr prominent attorney was arrested and released on bond.

Dating Tex Jan Wi Thyran Texas

Insufficiency in Wil Woods cases sparks federal demurrer

Defense attorneys argue the indictment is defective amid plans to quash and seek continuance. Prosecutor Boynton seeks 2 pm recess to study the demurrer and authorities. The judge grants the delay as parties confer and prepare for recall.

Wil Woods Id N Henry Terrell William Aubrey Greg Roynton C. Cresson Ins Aden Henry Tin Rel Hree Fens Jayimun Atlomney

Texag twister wrecks houses near Mineola Texas

A Texas twister struck Mineola causing extensive damage five miles west of town. J. C. Johnson farm, Mrs H B Bryant home, and the residence of J and Darkhead were destroyed. The Jadtars family sought shelter in a ditch as the storm passed. No fatalities reported.

Mineola Tex Jane Uwlscer J. C. Johnson H. B. Bryant J. & Darkhead

Griffin May Be State Sel'y Griffin May Be State Sel'y

Austin January 5 Lingernor Calugobell refused to say if he picked G G Griffin for Secretary of State successor. Officials believe Griffin will get the job. Griffin, a former governor's private secretary, is known in San Antonio from early railway work with the I and G N and later with the Katy railway.

Austin Lingernor Geiffin San Antono The Katy Simmer

Woman's Ruse Costs Waller Man Five Hundred Dollars

A Houston man lost $500 to a clever ruse by a woman who embraced him and claimed connection to missing relatives. In seconds the thief slipped away with the cash, leaving the victim puzzled at the corner.

Houston Tex Jas James Lanelerson

Clubs May Sell Liquor on Sunday Ruling Issued

Assistant Attorney General Crawford issued a lengthy opinion allowing clubs to lawfully sell liquor on Sundays. The decision extends to Eagles and may prompt new affidavits, with the secretary of state expected to resolve outstanding questions.

Crawford Secretary of State

New Brick Storefront to Rise on Commerce Street

The former satt yack site on Commerce and Water streets is being cleared for a one story brick building costing about 20000 dollars. H Houghton of Austin owns the property and has begun breaking ground with C Fineham building for a three month completion.

Emner of Commerce H. Houghton Austin Houghton C. Fineham

Third Park Doe Killed By Buck In Brackenridge Park

Alderman Lockwood reports a buck fatally injured a doe and attacked other animals and the keeper in Brackenridge Park Monday night. The buck is described as vicious and the incident occurred after the injuries sustained the day before.

Buck Brackenridge Park Lockwood

Bond Free Smith After Affray In Pleasanton

A bond of $1000 frees R R Smith from a charge of assault with intent to murder after a shooting near Pleasanton. Smith waived examination with Justice Fisk. companion G A Riddell was detained. Smith, who surrendered to Sheriff Lindsey in San Antonio, claims Shields fired first. Authorities and bondsmen stood by as further investigations proceed and partnerships face charges.

Shite University R. RR. Smith Alas Ema Justice Fick Jack Shields Smith San Antonio Lindsey Menger Pleasanten G. A. Riddell Nim Chester H. Terrell Dink O. Terrell Henry P. Tracy Cin Fon G. Brown Thay Morriss Richavison M. Bowyer Pleasanton Taye Hee Fisk Biveside Anstha Gos Losoyy Davar Wesondiekin Bilas Henry Borchers Riddell Shield Ifland Shiells Siith Toldett Shiels Cit Int Bagsage Avid Thay Smit Austin Intima Lexis+ Tatre Mrges Agsannt Fora

Ranger Killed at Amarillo in Texas Shootout

Amarillo Tex Jan 9 Dee Thom a Texas ranger was shot and killed. Jailor Keeton and deputy share JM dn held. Authorities believe the violence arose from a dispute over the renewal of Arthur Rimister from the county fair in Are kansas. The shot occurred at close range with the bullet entering above the right eye after an hour of intense suffering.

Amarilla Tex Dee Thom Texas Keeton Share JM Arthur Rimister Arekansas Clase Téage

Death takes Seguin banker Beasley in Seguin Texas

Special to The Light Seguin Texas Jam 1 Has died at his suburban home after a long illness Beasley 69 years an agr man and wealthy resident held large Guadalupe river land holdings He was a heavy stockholder in the First National Bank of Seguin and a leading figure in Steffaing His estate is valued at 150 000 The widow Mrs Bearley formerly Miss Felix Herring and three children survive The body was taken to Wucotortay for burial.

Seguin Tex Jam. i Z. T. Beasley Lot Lime Guadalupe River Bearley Felix Herring Gurytyes May’ Hulehogon Hallo Ribera Monterey Moxie Bafford Besstey Wucotortay Burlel

Brighton Fire Upon Hindus Incident Report

Fragmentary OCR notes describe religious tensions between Hindus and Mohammedans in Calenta and Tihwhur. References to Helash troops required to intervene after fires and clashes near Wyeakon, with reports of firing on individuals and escalating sectarian violence.

Calenta Tihwhur

Hains Calm Under Cross Examination

Thornton Hains faced a tough cross examination after the direct case, keeping calm and confident on the witness stand. He described his only statement about pointing a revolver to Roberts and said he did not recognize others aboard the boat until seeing them there, closing his direct testimony.

Piushing Thornton Hains Aday Hains Roberts Bubtke Andrews

Pleads for Noose for Night Riders in Obion County

Union City Tenn Jan 1 May Hal Holmes opened the argument for the defense in the night rider case Mrs Quentata Rankin present sobbed as the lawyer described the killings in a fervent appeal for execution of the one name. Folnes devoted two hours delivering the argument as the most fervent plea. Judge Jones stated the jury would be charged at about 22 oclock Thursday morning.

Union City Tenn Hal Holmes Quentata Rankin Folnes Obion County Jones

Tragic suicide in jail awaiting federal trial gunman Holbrook Johnson

Prisoners discover Joseph JL Johnson alias J H Holsbrook hanging in his county jail cell at 7 44 am The man about 50 had recently faced charges of fraudulent use of United States mails He previously practiced law at Eastland Texas and Roswell New Mexico He left letters for his wife and a friend and his death ends a tense federal case in Fort Worth Texas

Joseph T. Johnson Nies I. H. Holbrook Win George Bergel Johnson Oliook United States 4Tela San Pedro Avenue Fort Worth Johnson Midy Atring States Starshot Hollo- Win Savienne Atull Speel John- Som Il Lop Hatbrook Joseph JL. Ahnson Eastland Tesas Roswell New Mexico Johnson Wi i Bt

Local Weather Brief by Gadlem WUE Oe

Vague weather note appears with fragmented OCR text. Nearby context not readable to identify location date or specific forecast details.

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Gun Wa Thrill Court Martha Real Dallas Demurg the Woods Jd. Hill Wie Herthwest Canthl- Wition Yoakiunt Axpentat Harriman Texag Twister Wrecks Mineala Griffin San Antonian Davie Commerce ST Representative Plant Mark Ranger Amarillo Sebuin Guadalupe County Ji Li Johnson J. H. Holsbrook Holbrook Beryve Bergel Justice of the Peace Umsched Barthlon Ana Ereelberg
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