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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1909

Page

6

Fire destroys Suni evn hotel in Fort Worth blaze

Jan 6 fire at a hotel near the Barr Fe station gutted six adjacent buildings. Three railroad workers died in the blaze, with several women workers injured. Rescue attempts saved some by jumping, and a bystander torched scene as firefighters fought the flames. Victims include Milam Hamilton of Cleburne, Charles Bryant of Fort Worth, and Joseph Vaughan of St Louis.

Fort Worth Tex Jones Street Barta Fe Basqulal Milam Hamilton Cleburne Tux Charles Bryant Port Worth Joseph Vaughan St. Routs de. Isvrow G. Petty Haga Okla Manning J.B. Manning Dallas Bryant Paty Mate Stegall Vaughan St. Louis Potel Patty Ula Leavins Charles Gryant Hamilton Santi We Bryant and Vaughan Denvey

Lends Interest to Grand Jury Probe in Oklahoma Case

A grand jury probe in Oklahoma gains attention as Hearst faces a claim of another attack, tied to a fraud investigation in Muskogee.

Grand Jury Oklahoma Hearst Muskosoa

Anti Senator Says People Above Party in Texas Session

In Austin on December 26 the louse committee on state affairs moved to work unfavorably on two bills: one to create a representative commission and bureau of information, and another to review Civil Statutes and the criminal code. Senator Murry of Wilson urged against submission, arguing the people were above the party. The chamber adjourned with plans for further debate and possible actions on medical chairs and street improvements.

Austin Tex Louse Committee On State Affairs Jebkins Commission Bureau of Information Murry Wilson Wig ‘Spevek Subinise Sten Hune Subussion Sommtor Cofer Shibi Stam University Halsey

Ex Governor Blanchard of Louisiana Weds in Manitoba

Former Louisiana governor Newton Aarciard married Char Jotte Tracey in a Manitoba ceremony last night. The couple exchanged vows at the bride’s home in Baton Rowe, Louisiana, amid society circles.

Withnives Manitoba Gan Newton Aarciard Louisiana Ive Mirriud Neopiaman Char Jotte Tracey Baton Rowe Demattos

Fragmentary notes on sales and locations across several firms

Fragmented OCR style record lists multiple sales entries and places such as New York New Orleans Galveston and Houston. It mentions firms and figures like AWE 66.1008 3.90 and $4318 with unclear contexts. Entities include cities and a few numbers, but the overall meaning is fragmentary.

Yasler- Tolay New York AWE Orleans Galveston Silex

Grain Market Summary From Fort Worth Trade

Fort Worth Texas January 24 cattle trade mixed with steady hogs futures. Purchases included 2500 head of cattle with slow steers and higher cow demand. Hog prices held at 6.30 tops as volume remained moderate. Grain prices for corn and soybeans showed modest firmness with typical regional variations.

Fort Worth Tex Caltle Son Foe Fay Slowdy

Theft charge filed over cash and items reportedly stolen

A City Detective unit confirms a complaint accusing an individual named Colter of theft of under fifty dollars. The alleged incident involves eight items taken from Wierda, with investigation ongoing as authorities pursue the suspect.

Bess Ermily Court Gomag Calor Wierda

Texas Witnesses Present in Oklahoma Jury Inquiry

Muskogee Oklahoma January 26 federal grand jury day to investigate alleged Cove Lot frauds. The case draws national attention as jurors are guarded by U S marshals and rumors of a juror. Governor Charles Haskell weighs in claiming the matter stems from William Randolph Hearst’s enemies. Authorities say dummy claims allowed entries to many people across multiple states. About 260 witnesses are summoned to testify on their roles in the alleged test cases and applications.

Muskogee Okla Federal Arand Charles Haskell Wm. HK. Hearst Bern Texas Ohio West Virginia Tennessee Michigan Pennsylvania Mississipi Virginia Arkansas

High officers refuse defeat in Waters-Pleteco case

Special to Tha Light reports Waters-Pleteco Co officers at headquarters deny defeat as the Nexus dispute continues. The fate of the company remains unresolved with a rehearing not yet requested and secrecy surrounding proceedings. Attorney General Davidson says the state will enforce rate accords and bonds if required, with no plan to force payment of a large sum to meet federal mandates.

Pletco Ol Co Te Dorporation Tex Davidson

First School Team Closes Next Friday

The frattery of the San Antonio BNL schouls wil, elope Friday with certificates and books distributed. The various high sighth grade will hold closing exercises in the afternoon, and students will be equipped to enter the Wigh school on Mane day for a four years' eonyce.

San Antonio Bnl Schouls Gerade Plassey Momune

Poll Tax Totals At Noon Reported For Day

Up to noon today the poll tax total reached 7357 with all taxes paid to Gamly Colecter Bitler. Seven hundred eighty five had been paid by midnight last night and 201 receipts were issued during the forenoon today. Mr. Witter has not yet received any ruling from the attorney general on the legality of poll tax receipts. a ruling is expected Sunday.

Gamly Colecter Bitler Wight Witter Questian

Wisconsin Senator Bought Primary Votes Case Shrouded in Allegations

Madison reports a Wisconsin primary votes bribery claim accusing Senator Stephenson and associates of paying to secure votes. The charges allege funds around 106000 up to 250000 dollars funneled to printers and voters, with several named individuals cited and fourteen Republicans among fifteen indicted Wisconsinians resisting vote for the U S Senator.

U. OC Ellov Sawa Racin Roy Moria Funduliec Inumkars Wisconsin United States Tess

Col Risdon Narshall Moore Dies at Home

Col. Risdon Narshall Moore, aged 86, died today at his Lip Vourn Avenue home after a long career with the United States Army and the Immigrations Bureau. He served as a brigade commander during the Civil War and later taught at Kenrlree College. Survived by his wife and two sons, services will be held at Trinity Methodist Church.

Risdon Linon Kenrlree College Col Madre Cane Alamo Plaza Onis Wiese United States Immigrathon Cal Mortire Trinity Methodist Avenue Oyne Ashe Grand Army Pula Col. Moore Gyosore Adauehier George W. Meore Detroit Childran Moore

Jurors Read Newspaper Issue Delayed Trial in Nashville Case

In Nashville Tennessee jurors struggled with newspaper readings during the trial of Golumel and Robin Cooj er as John Sharpe on a key fori matter. The panel faced questions about ratios and competency of Turor Leigh, with H P Jackson a 98 year old blacks smith and M Hide among potential jurors. A juror who never read newspapers and held opinion on pinkliment was seated as Juror No. 9 while others were excused or challenged.

Nashville Agapet Turor Leigh Wil H. P Jackson Core M. Hide Sears Oll

Wredhester Announces Interment at U S Military Cemetery

Wredhester afternoon declared that his ya Withe will be interred in the United States military cemetery.

Wredhester United States Matignal

Seven Negroes Not to Be Lynched Says Sheriff

Indianola jail holds seven Black men charged with the assassination of two men. Sheriff reports no likelihood of lynching and says the situation is under control as Governor Noel is notified.

Shertf Weissinger Sunflower County Tafay Noel Angracs Hidianola AL Tradley Welty

El Paso Ice Factory Damaged by Fire

Fire damaged the El Paso ice factory causing partial destruction to the Swift and Armour houses and county facilities. Estimated loss placed at $3900 while investigators assess the extent of damage and possible causes.

EL Paso St el Maso ePine Swift and Armour Houses

Mine Tomb for Score at Pittabivg Mine

Three gas explosions trap workers at the Matled Con mine in Somerset. An investigating party enters to inspect, as officials report all six men believed to be awake after tie damp impedes rescue efforts.

Pittabivg Palao Boswell Somerset Pamity Werk Mrinberg Davileh Logan Andrew Stonoki Aimung Deag Geo. Watts John Cole Wim. Hay Othe

May Change Tak Payments To City Tax Reform

Before revising the new tax rate, officials consider eliminating poll tax payments tied to property taxes. City Assessor Stappenbeck explains that placing poll taxes on unrendered property caused confusion and extra work, as charges incorrectly applied non residents and voters alike. He advocates removing the poll tax from unrendered lands to simplify filings and cut office workload.

Woman Bitten by 606 Gone Missing

Mrs. Perez, described as about 30 years old and weighing around 150 pounds, disappeared after being bitten by a dog while returning home from San Patricio Street in South Colaspaulo. Husband Leon Perez reports she was nervous prior to vanishing. police vow to search nearby ranches including Dietz ranch near Schehrishion, with appeals for information and watch for her head covered by a black shawl.

Comal Pe Bern Hashim Dbs Wade Tor Potlee Tusbenn San Patricio Geir Colas Paulo Ste Leon Perez Uecl Dietz Ranch Seherlsition Ion Percy Turnishert Vears Old

Mrs Mundy Still In Serious Condition After Shooting

The report says Mrs Rosie Wueis remains in serious condition after a shooting that left both she and Adolph Grow badly wounded. No further changes noted since yesterday afternoon as authorities continue to investigate the incident.

Atv Rosie Wueis Adolph Grow

Local Dance Event Delights Mele Youth Crowd

The fragment notes an afternoon gathering Monday at 1 o clock with Miss Rossie Nannie Knight and others. Details are sparse but indicate a social event entertaining friends at a Mele youth area.

Misser Rossie Nannie Knight

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