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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1909
Page
5
A deadly feud erupts in Williamstown Kentucky as rival families clash after a bullet wounds a girl. Seven people are struck in the pitched battle prompting local authorities to intervene.
In Williamstown Hygan 9, a feud between the Lantern and Ransom families erupted after a dance. One woman, Miss Ransom, was killed by a bullet and Sid ney Ransom was shot near the heart. Charles Clark and others were wounded, with Grover and George Lantern jailed on the day of the clash.
Concerned residents staged a hold up protest against a gubernatorial pardon for Guadalupe Grim Singer, serving a life term for the murder of her husband John Grin Singer six years ago. The protest, tied to Governor Campbell’s reported unavailability, was not presented in Austin as planned.
Obituary notices report the death of Ira Wilma Hendricks at 130 Woodward Place from la grippe after a three month illness. services to be held at 3 pm tomorrow at Alamo Masonic Cemetery. Also listed are the deaths of F de Rayes and Francisca de Rayes, typhoid fever, with interment in Losoya. funeral of Joseph Mery from 17 Bush Street by Knights of Pythias. funeral for Henry Bade from 17 West Houston Street with Hermion Sona' territory interment. Coroner cites heart failure in Bade case. Rose noted for past horse accident with heart displacement.
Special to The Light Austin Jan 9 Governor Campbell denies calling Tuas Commercial Secretaries a gag and says he was jesting with Tow Larkin of Brumont. He praised furies, will back roads legislation, and disapproves of secretaries seeking remission of cyrygnon taxes while criticizing Larkin for attacking him without warrant.
Advocates push general river and harbor funding and aim to report a measure in the upcoming Congress session. The Ohio River plan to create a year round nine foot waterway from Pittsburgh to Cairo may be the leading inland project, with Rivers and Harbors Committee members weighing the needed funding for this work.
Mr Carter commends Fire Chief Wright and his men for quick arrival and effective containment of a Carter residence fire. Mrs Carter reports a timely run and strong police cooperation. Water pressure was limited but crews fought the blaze valiantly despite difficult circumstances.
Union City January 9 Judge Jones sentenced six night riders found guilty of murder to be hanged on February nineteenth. Defense attorney immediately gave notice of appeal to the state supreme court.
Reported by Dr Daniel Ricardo and Dr Rosenberger that pig's blood treated medically shows high value against tuberculosis. Independent experiments say pig blood has more hemoglobin than cow blood, with swine fed better. theory cites blood quality as key factor in combating disease.
In a rural area a man named Karl Vsehareh fired at Henry Tucker and his new bride of two months. He claimed to fear intruders and admitted hiding $600 in his house before vanishing, leaving the community shaken by the deadly attack and the suspect’s sudden flight.
Washington officials push for funding of the Army Signal Corps band as essential for morale and tradition. General James Allen, chief signal officer, testifies before the House committee on military affairs, arguing bands exist in every army unit and boost esprit de corps despite questions about tactical value.
Special to The Lig Bastrop Tex Jan James Kirkwood aged 3 percent was electrocuted today when he grasped a live wire in the rear of a grocery store. The wire hung down from a pole. Kirkwood tried to remove it.
Special to The Texan from Latin Texas says Ray Shirley, charged with assault and robbery of Mrs. C. N. Ballager, was examined today and remanded to jail in lieu of a $5000 bond. Hearing held behind closed doors.
In 1908 March about 400000 letters were mailed in San Antonio, a notable surge noted by officials. The report cites authorities on mail volumes, with figures like 20 million in receipts and related agency figures. It mentions telegraph links and regulatory commentary, suggesting a broader growth in postal activity and communications leadership in the period.
Juan Leal, a boy shot in the chest last Wednesday on Sanita Rosa Avenue, remains in serious condition at the city hospital. Doctors report possible penetration of the lung but no other injuries. an operation to remove the bullet is planned with guarded hopes for recovery.
A strong earthquake rocked the western coast of Mexico yesterday, with Acapulco and Guerrero hardest hit. No fatalities are reported as aftershocks ease. Parliament considers tax changes and relief measures including waivers on housing tax for 16 years and directing seized valuables to survivors.
Geneva residents report lake waters rising and spouting for two days in a siphon like display. Authorities note a similar event preceded the Messina quake and the Sanri star event, suggesting gas suffocation possibilities. Local observers compare this to past seismic related water activity.
A collision today between two tramway locomotives near Potomac killed engineer John Pew and fatally injured a new employee. The locomotives were wrecked in the crash.
Philadelphia and Philadelphia area medical men hail a claimed TB breakthrough by Dr Randall C Fiasentorg of Jefferson Medical College. They say blood tests can detect tuberculosis before lung involvement, enabling destruction by anti toxin. A paper by Dr Rosenberg is slated for medical journals. Thompson Whitking’s discovery was dismissed by Jefferson faculty, with ethics limiting discussion.
Dallas Texas January report shows WMF Woods testifying in a Sunday show case. Fine of 5200 assessed against Fine Ban, manager of the Mijestle banter, for dating the Sabbath closing law by staging a performance. Case appealed.
Special to The Light reports in Part World Texas that six Chinese men alleged to have jumped a Texas and Pacific freight car were arrested by local police shortly after the train arrived from El Paso. The car was believed to contain contraband and the suspects, named Copninre and W. G. Anderson, faced charges. Orientals were said to be en route to various states.
Special to The Light nonsign 7 dan. While still asleep with His Morning, L. Anderson pushed his invalid wife from a dwelling bed and emptied her out of taps. The belt was near the grate and her clothing caught fire. Ag dergo was in the next room asleep and he says he did not realize he saved his wife until awakened an hour later.
Henry Bade died in San Antonio on January 8 1909 aged 68. Funeral from 1217 West Houston Street Sunday at noon. Friends and acquaintances and Werder Lodge No 800 D H S and Grand Army invited. Interment at Hermann Sons Cemetery.
In federal court W F Woods scored crucial points in the trial over alleged $34,000 embezzlement. Cross examinations challenged the notes and authority of Vineyard Walker & Co and highlighted a $700 deposit linked to an unwrapped bundle. The moment hinged on a balance question revealing potential shortfalls, as Woods faced family in court before adjourning for page continuation.
Market notes show Whent and May listings with cotton and oats prices, Fort Worth and Dallas area receipts and stock signals. Prices quoted include calf and steer values with cattle and grain futures indicating firm demand and steady cab receipts bias. figures are partially legible with top entries referencing No 1 heifers and No 2 white cattle.
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