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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1908
Page
5
City residents learn Dr Mezes was unanimously elected to fill the vacancy at a regents meeting in Austin. He has been away traveling and is believed to be in Egypt on his way home. Meanwhile Washington University appoints a new chancellor and other local notes touch on a basket social at South Flores Street on Wednesday evening.
Dallas hosts a general exodus of San Antonio waiters led by Henry Wood to assist the city during the EIKH national region. About 10 writers and events include a dance and performances with Artat orchestra and the Dairymen. Two San Antonians are listed for activities as College Station session continues through Thursday evening.
The piece reports Charles J. Stevens and County Attorney New au opposing Black voters’ participation in the Democratic primaries, arguing racial barriers. An Attorney General opinion counters, stating the Terrell election law requires only to pledge to support party nominees to vote, preventing suppression based on past party ties. The law thus stands. officials cannot override it for personal aims.
A stray calf once a affectionate pet of Sergeant Joseph Johaan Knails caused disruption at police headquarters after escaping into the yard. The calf, a Jersey Hereford cross, performed tricks and greeted the sergeant, until a dawn incident with a formally dressed intruder led to the calf charging the yard while the sergeant was struck on the head. The episode ended with the calf perceived as conquering the officer and altering the household routine.
The article explains methods for caring for cream to improve butter quality in Texas farms. It outlines practical steps for milking, handling, and storage to maintain cream purity and prevent spoilage, aiming to boost dairy efficiency and product value.
A counterfeit five dollar note, numbered 276 and dated June 24, 1203, resembles a State National Bank of St. Louis issue from 1882 with check letter C. The main passer has been arrested, and more than $1000 in counterfeit notes were seized.
Justice Fisk presided last evening at three wedding rites. O W Whitehead weds Frances A W end J B Chappell weds Lille I Ratcliff at the justice office. Later at 982 South Laredo Street the justice married Guillermio Gloria and Leonora Ring for a second ceremony.
An open meeting of the Business Men's club will be held Thursday night to hear reports from those who visited Brownsville on the recent trade excursion. The main topic is closer railway communications with the lower Rio Grande country and how to improve it. Dr J O Kemp will be present at the Ding Store New phone 21 and the ring line. Carl Kerchevtils lawyers in Alamo bank building with New phone 2638.
A local show night featured Dr Stew art and his hypnotism company. A balloon act lifted a car with a large casing while a fake greased pie trick and a timber stunt entertained the crowd. The crowd was amused as volunteers were hypnotized on stage and told they could not open their hands. Tonight audience members may be invited for more exciting feats, including a dramatic leap game.
Chief Deputy Sheriff John Trager reports a gambling den near Leon Springs allegedly swindling soldiers of belongings. Sheriff Tobin, en route from Floresville, will investigate upon return. Suspected operators said to be from San Antonio amid Texas gambling penalties. Oring Laxative ad appears at end.
P C Judd was badly cut on the left side of the face requiring stitches after a sharp instrument attack. R Me Diack, of 71 South Prasa street, is under arrest. Judd testified in court that he and Black were neighbors and had been speaking with Hack about remarks allegedly made last night around 7 30.
The text shows a court order transferring a matter to the county authorities due to severity. Mentions Hay, nifaira, Johnson grass, nil. Ends with M. Marucheau in unclear context.
The Lean Springs bakeshop reported adequate bread supply for the troops in camp. The quartermaster earlier telegraphed to San Antonio for further consignments as hunger concerns arose, but the bakery managed to prove sufficient for the men.
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