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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1900
Page
6
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City council to discuss Andrew Carnegie funding for a public library. Proposal suggests placing the building on the north end of Alamo Plaza near the streetcar line, with city donating land. Carnegie would give 50,000 for the building if the city maintains literacy services free to all. A committee will study details before action tomorrow.
City council recently granted requests for actite street lamps, but delays persist due to severe weather and material shortages. Superintendent promises rapid progress. Mr Johnson writes to Mr Jenkins seeking reasons for the hold up and assures patience until lighting is completed.
Special to the Sunday Light reports a January 27 event at Beethoven hall on Lavaca Street by Library School No. 6. The benefit program featured songs, recitations, operetta scenes, and a merry-dance after the main acts. Performers included Mary Dechman Ethel Carrol Daisy Generai Annie Schuetile and others with Mrs Ed Hoyer on piano. The event raised funds for the Whrery recessful with a strong turnout and local attendance.
Austin January 27. A sessionless morning left the revenue and taxation committee to report the beer tax bill as is, replacing the old fifty dollar levy. Secretary of state records filed include Yasqul River Mining of Palestine, E Grant General Merchandise of Dallas, Galveston Houston and Western Railroad earnings, Cane Belt Road tax, and permits to Metropolitan Plate Glass of New York and American Hondong Trust of Baltimore to operate in the state.
A fragmentary report describes white residents in Hogansville threatening boycotts and actions against postmaster I H Leftin amid tensions over a negro postmaster recall. A June incident allegedly involved a fake unofficial post office, mail misdirection, and a threatened resignation by Leftin rekindling fears of a political shift in the town.
The Mississippi legislature passed a resolution inviting Admiral Dewey to visit Jackson. Ushered amid tension as Inchnaberg incursions and WHI beat Memphis at an early date, observers hope he will extend his southern trip before returning north. The invitation was sent in the name of the state legislature and its people.
London dispatch from special Telegraph correspondents notes Queenstown reports that Boer forces number about 1000 at Stromburg and another 1000 at Dordrecht. Gatacre movement described as cautious while lines hold.
A fragmentary report describes a Friday dance at Mrs Rahane street for Lena Halbauer with many attendees listed by surname. It also notes a boys’ date at 3 o'clock and a preparatory meeting for a February series led by Rev J M Carroll of Baylor College. men are urged to attend for the Four ble meetings.
The case in Justice Stock's court involves Pauling J and Earl M Rogera Blod seeking 399.99 damages from G.11.& 8. A. railroad over a trunk broken open during a San Antonio Mexico arrival. Customs officers reportedly damaged or opened the trunk, with Mexican drawn goods and a black dress cited in the petition.
Special to Sunday Night dispatch from El Paso reports United States Royal at Juarez W. Kimrick informed Washington of six American prospectors killed near a Yaqui camp by Torres army last week. Consul agent at Guaymas ordered thorough investigation. Two of the slain were El Paso prospectors Charles Burns and Geo Laat.
The Southern Pacific unveils a refined Pullman service with a sixteen foot captain car and plush upholstery replaced by cane. Aboard the new cars, lighted with tach gas, the slice of travel includes daily through San Antonio westbound except Tuesday and eastbound except Wednesday, overseen by ticket agent Joseph McMillan.
A obituary notice describes the death of Tames Worton Cabosn-aged B at Essex street South Heights from consumption. Remains held awaiting an uncle’s arrival. wife at bedside. Undertaker J. E. Burnett to embalm. Brother’s telegrams and shipments to St. Louis noted. Funeral services for Willim Smith conducted by Rev. John M. Moore. Funeral tributes, including a carved harp, from county courthouse staff. Also reports a thirteenth birthday party for Miss Selma Berger with games and refreshments at her North street home.
Committees appointed by President Ardrey to canvass the city for subscriptions report progress. J E Adams and Ben M Hammond spent time soliciting Writley and eight others, securing subscriptions from each, eight of whom were new members. Nichols and Kla committees had similar success. If this rate continues, the club will gain meaningful support in 1900.
London dispatch reports General Buller’s forces failed to capture Spionkop and the Ladysmith defense remains. Analysts note Boer rearguard actions at Chiavely and Warren’s tactics may shift supply routes. Parliament debates war funds totaling $76 million for operations through March 31 as costs escalate.
Special to the Sunday night notes that the Hagen Amendment 13 to the Mississippi Constitution passed the House by 210 to 1 and had prior Senate approval by a strong majority. The measure now awaits gubernatorial signature to become law.
New Orleans planter L L Lampert leads a delegation of sugar planters from Louisville to Manatee Florida to evaluate setting up cane cultivation and sugar production. They aim to escape Louisiana difficulties and locate suitable lands for substantial purchases, hoping to relocate farming efforts.
January 27 Miss The remnant of Dr Wirt Johnston who died last night of pneumonia were interred this afternoon in Jackson cemetery with Masonic honors at 3 o'clock. Members of several lodges attended in a body. Johnston was a leading physician in the state and for many years secretary of the state board of health. His loss will be widely felt in the community.
New Orleans La January 27 smallpox spreads with over one hundred cases in Charity hospital ward and additional public buildings turned into smallpox hospitals The Richardson Memorial building at Canal and Villegareche is used as a medical student hospital with twenty seven ill The authorities suppress excitement and with no yellow flag displayed.
Special to the Sunday edition reports on the Union Pacific receivership with Col. G B Laintieron outlining actions in the United States Circuit Court. About 6 million dollars were allocated to creditors, including 824000 to the U.S. government, over a six year period. The Union Pacific Railway Company assets have been sold to Union Pacific Railroad Company and the new firm has assumed control.
New Orleans reports indicate Mobile and Ohio railroad extensions toward a deep water port at Porterville and a planned Mobile and Bay Shore line reaching Danpuneteland. The project aims to cost Mobile a fraction of today’s shipping costs, potentially making it one of the world’s cheapest ports. If Delaware Central gains control, the joint system could dominate regional commerce.
Secretary of the Business Men's club mails resolutions to congressmen urging aid for the Commercial Cable company's effort to secure a permit for a new cable between the United States and Cuba. The move is framed as in the best interest of the country and especially the south, with other clubs urged to adopt similar resolutions.
London cable reports growing English panic over Ladysmith siege. Major General Younghusband warns the defense may fail without White’s force, while ongoing news from Bill reflects pressure to continue the relief attempt. In Puerto Rico trade talks, a House committee hears about free trade benefits and risks for rice markets.
A court action in Vorrton Texas was filed today by Bishop Gallagher of Galveston to recover possession of valuable property recently deeded to the Catholic church. The case centers on a dispute over grantor terms and past payments, marking a notable legal battle.
A special train carrying about two hundred limbermen from Kansas and Missouri arrived in New Orleans on Thursday afternoon. They tour the city, visit the Toulgiann Cypress yard, and plan a river excursion before returning west Monday.
A New Orleans report details an experimental electric refrigeration test on a railroad car route from New Orleans to Pass Christian. The 118 mile run between Jolietville and Nashville showed a car temperature of 63 degrees during loading and 40 degrees after sealing, with ammonia pumps forced through coils under the car roof.
New Orleans School Board launches four lecture series by Dr Jones of the Charity Hospital to train teachers in sight testing. Aimed at preventing eye problems, the program follows successful results in northern districts and began with a Boys High School audience including Normel and city students.
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