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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1908

Page

4

Bailey Ready to Fight Forewarned Letter To Democrats

Senator Bailey plans a forthcoming letter to Texas Democrats outlining an ultimatum on war versus peace, with strong attacks on Attorney General Davidson and lawmakers who voted against him. The lengthy forecast, to be read in Washington, frames his defense as a stand for integrity and constitutional obligation against political enemies.

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Dramatic Scenes At A Big New York Fire

New York January reports a massive blaze at the Parker building on Nineteenth Street and Fourth Avenue. Firefighters battled flames for hours, three men missing, several rescued from upper floors, others injured, and the structure largely destroyed with losses estimated around six million dollars.

New York Nineteenth Street Fourth Avenue

Federal Grand Jury Indicts Seven People

A federal grand jury handed down indictments against seven individuals in a central district case. P Scully a former postal clerk was charged with unlawfully opening a letter and faces a $20 fine with possible imprisonment if unpaid. Other defendants include S. A. Pender and Ringelstein accused of unlawfully taking or purchasing government property, with counterfeit items and forged stamps also alleged. The grand jury continues work and expects further action next week.

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Chicago School Frats Vote On Abolition At Board Meet

Chicago officials report a school management committee has voted to abolish a certain practice in city schools. The board must approve next Wednesday amid strong legal objections. Local observers expect court rulings to influence the final decision and attendance is noted for the Castlehalt Monthly event featuring three notable figures.

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Strange Law Jails a South American Visitor

Alfred Pike arrived from Colimaia in South America and was arrested this morning for alleged agitation with an officer during duties. Officer Guerrera led the arrest. Pike posted bond and was released. He claimed to be in the city about a week and his hearing is set for Monday.

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Fragmented OCR Summary of Political Maneuvering

A convoluted report notes Attorney General statements about lr Davidson being withdrawn under disputed circumstances. It discusses a Bailes movement and rhetoric from Senator Batley and allies amid warnings of treachery to factions. Correspondence hints Governor Campbell may be pulled into stances aligning with Senator Hex BAe.

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Officials weigh heavy prone bills over court house needs

At a court house meeting next Tuesday officials will discuss rising costs for a telephone system and fuel for the court house. Commissioners note likely reduced rates from local companies and plan a vote on a two acre land purchase to establish a quarry road rock supply for Frederickburg and area roads.

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Spouse Cruelty Alleged in Divorce Suit

A Dallas area suit filed in the Thirty-seventh district court alleges cruelty by the husband to a wife married in 1893. The plaintiff seeks an absolute divorce claiming repeated ill treatment and a broken promise to provide support, with a violent incident cited as the cause of separation. The case names attorneys Deen and McTatec.

Thirty-seventh District Court Bary McTatec Agalmel TJ. McTater Val Rogedtier

Wounded motorman case in self defense claim

J S Goodwin night dispatcher fired a shot after Bowen the motorman advanced on him with a knife in an intoxicated state. Bowen lay wounded in the right side with a chance of recovery slight. Goodwin was arrested on assault charges but posted bond. Police will present evidence to a grand jury.

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Battle Prep in Thaw Case as Jury Selection Looms

New York January report outlines defense and prosecution gearing up for the Thaw trial. Attorneys review testimony. jurors are middle aged with many men fathers. Readiness for opening statements and evidence presentation is described, including juror selection dynamics and the judge’s night sessions to finish the panel.

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Local Weather Forecast For San Antonio

Weather forecast for San Antonio tonight and tomorrow. Morning temperature around 44 degrees with light wind. Record of temperatures shows little change from a year ago. No significant precipitation reported. barometric conditions noted.

Lee Teas San Antonio

Ghurc hman Seeks to Cure Inebriates

Chicago notes a proposed branch of Samuel Fallows Topeka unit aiming to treat inebriates. Reports mention a reform tale with mixed commentary and local reactions while detailing the plan for a Christian therapeutic approach amid controversy.

Chicago Jon Tobeintos Ia Samuel Fallows Cristian Ganes Wivos

Tenderloin in Houston Goes Tenderloin in Houston Goes Special Bo

Four Houston wealth owners led by Tonetti Vex and Jim 11 Houston residents secured an injunction closing properties in Stappy Hollow. Special police patrols will enforce the orders as the city reacts to the upheaval over property disputes and business versus moral concerns.

Tonetti Houston T. Renderloin Eset Jones Wilson Douglas Burnett Li. J. Perry

San Antonio Wins Round in West Houston Street Case

In a federal court dispute over property needed for widening West Houston Street, Judge Maxey ruled costs taxed to the defendants. The case centers on Baldwin and Anderson versus the city of San Antonio, with removal to county court and efforts to move matters to federal court. The city deposited 226,000 and proceeded with the street project amid ongoing litigation.

San Antonio Houston Street Soledad Street T. S. Maxey United States Court Bexar County Y. H. Baldwin Julia W Anderson Cincinnati Ohto Faonirie Garza Main Avenue Apd Baldhuiu Anderson X Street TN. Brown PF. H. Baldwin Julia W. Anderson Houston Arena A. E. McCormick Tighr Cult of Appeals New Orleans Estopile Frank Walug Pai Bai Wey Baldwin Land Anderson West Houston Street McGown Baldwin Ath County Jane Bolle

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