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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1912

Page

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Richter to Run for Mayor of San Antonio After Callaghan Death

William L. Richter mayor pro tem announced his candidacy for mayor of San Antonio following Mayor Bryan Callaghan’s death. He said his bid comes amid city employee unrest and unpaid salaries, promising council control of budgets and steady street improvements.

William L. Richter San Antonio Bryan Callaghan Richter Callaghan Mr. Richter Auris

Katy Limited Held Up Near Coffeyville Kansas

Missouri Kansas & Texas passenger train No 9 known as the Katy Limited left Parson s at 10 last night. Six masked men held the train for two hours near Coffeyville guarding passengers and trainmen. They tried to blow open the safe but did not injure anyone and left on their own. No arrests reported.

Parsons Kan Coffeyville Bartlesville

Protest at San Antonio School Board Meeting Over Longer Sessions

More than fifty fathers and mothers gather outside the Washer building at 7:45 PM to deliver a written protest to the San Antonio School Board. They seek rescission of the recent lengthening of daily school sessions as the board considers plans for a new building. Dr Frederick Terrell signals willingness to hear the parents while stressing focus on children’s welfare.

San Antonio Frederick Terrell

San Antonio Area Forecast Tonight and Thursday

Local forecast for San Antonio and vicinity calls for fair conditions tonight and Thursday with no precipitation. Temperatures are not specified in the available text. Winds likely light to moderate.

San Antonio

Home Weather For Tourists Observations By Morning

Weather summaries from multiple cities note temperatures ranging from 64 to 82 with skies varying from clear to cloudy. Winds mostly southerly or westerly, cooler Thursday expected in several locations, and record low or high temperatures within the last 24 hours.

ST. Louis Chicago Milwaukee Wis ST. Paul Minn Kansas City New York Boston Mass Washington, D. C

San Antonio Tight denies AP wire sharing claims

The statement clarifies that no other newspaper carries the AP leased wire into San Antonio, asserting the claim is unfounded and without basis in fact.

Associated Press San Antonio

San Antonio Chamber Plans Bonus Rally on English Railroad

Charles Graebner calls a general chamber meeting at 8 pm to marshal funds for the $250,000 English road bonus for the San Antonio Rockport Mexican railroad. Subscriptions total $105,195 with hopes to exceed $110,000 tonight as committees push for bold returns.

San Antonio Charles Graebner Chamber of Commerce Chambers of Commerce Rockport H. 4. Hildebrand Greater Chamber of Commerce of F. L. Hillyer C. M. Stone O. F. Heinen J. H. Haile J. H. Savage R. L. Ball A. H. Muir H. E. Hildebrand

Tennessee Bar Association Delegates Hear Reform Critiques

In Knoxville the Tennessee Bar association annual convention heard Noble Smithson critique the Primary Initiative Referendum and Recall. Alexander H. Robbins discussed Ethics code enforcement and Cyrus Kehr spoke on Inventions and Inventors during the second day session.

Knoxville Tenn Tennessee Bar Association Noble Smithson Smithson Alexander H. Robbins St. Louis Cyrus Kehr

Woman Pleads Guilty to Arson in Gonzales Texas

In Gonzales Texas on July 10 Elmer Polk a Black woman pleaded guilty to arson and received a two year penitentiary sentence. Dan Ryter a White man pleaded guilty to burglary. Plum White a Black woman was found not guilty of burglary.

Gonzales Tex Elmer Polk Dan Ryter Plum White

Lorimer Debate Grows Heated At The Close

The senate debated the Lorimer case as speeches near end and a vote expected tomorrow. Senator Johnston defended Lorimer amid charges of unamerican conduct over Roosevelt and public clamor influences. Senator Jones changed stance citing witness testimony while Alden Smith rebutted insinuations of cowardice.

Lorimer Washington, D. C Senate Senator Lorimer Illinois Johnston Alabama Roosevelt Hamilton Elub Chicago Senator Jones Washington Jones William Alden Smith Michigan Senator Smith

Senator Lorimer Forgery Perjury Accusations Stir Senate

The Senate debate touched on public sentiment and perjury with both sides admitting perjury in the case. Senator Jones charged forgery and said the Lorimer case rests on forged evidence. Lorimer planned a recess rather than closing remarks if the debate extended.

Lorimer Smith Senate

Heat Wave Claims Two Lives In New York City

Two deaths occurred in New York City due to heat this morning as official temperature reached 88 degrees at noon. The report notes the high humidity and heat strain during the day. The news item records the human cost of the heat spell.

New York

Two Deaths From Heat In Syracuse

Two residents died and over twenty people were overcome as Syracuse endured 90 degree heat overnight. Local authorities noted the extreme temperature contributed to the fatalities and health advisories were issued for the city.

Folk predicts Wilson landslide in Texas visit

Former Missouri Governor Joseph W. Folk, a Democrat, says Wilson would win the presidency today. He estimates Wilson would carry three fourths of the states and faults only a possible blunder. Folk believes Wilson would attract progressives from all parties.

Folk Wilson Waxahachie Joseph W. Folk Missouri Woodrow Wilson

Automobiles For Everybody Read Lieut auto bargains

A reader bought a five passenger second hand car advertised in the Automobile Column for under 200 dollars. The car provides good service and is highly enjoyed by the whole family, comparing favorably with pricier models.

Licar

Vasquistas Stir Up Orozco Faction in Rebel Ranks

Juarez Mex July 10 General Pascual Orozco Jr faces mutinous pressure as a new Vasquisto rebel junta seeks to depose him. Secret talks in San Antonio plan to install Gen David de la Fuente as military chief with Emilio Vasquez Gomez as civil head. Orozco may relocate to Casas Grandes as Sonora invasion looms.

Madero Orozco Vasquez Gomez San Antonio Tex Emilio Sonora Juarez Laguna Seund

End Says Smith Rebels Hold Americans

Sen Mark Smith of Arizona warns of Mexican outrages rising and predicts major action within a few days. He says 18 has not discussed the Mexican situation with President Taft and suggests a proclamation or warning to Mexico.

Washington, D. C Mexico Mark Smith Arizona Whi House Senator Smith

Americans Held Prisoners as Juarez Rebels Seize Railroad Offices

In Juarez on July 10, twenty five Americans including American Consul Thomas D Edwards were confined inside the Northwestern railroad offices for nearly two hours as rebel guards barred them from leaving. Rebels demand $11,000 they claim is owed for recent high grade ore shipments while El Paso banks refuse payment on a $5000 export duty check.

Juarez Mexico Americ Thomas D. Edwards Mexican 'Ni Western Railroad Mexican Western American Smelting & Refining Company Chihuahua el Paso Railrroad Northwestern Edwards H. C. Ferris Thomas Ryan C. T. Cadson Waters-Pi Oil Company Col Parcual Orozco Orozco Mexican North Railroad Alty Mexican Northwestern Railroad Edewards Co! Orozco Maxie Rojas J. O. Crockett Mexican Northwestern

Mormons Blame Maderists for Trouble in Utah

In Salt Lake City Utah residents blame federal troops for unrest as Mormons accuse Maderists of fueling the violence. The confrontation centers on authorities and local factions amid tensions in Utah.

Salt Les City Utah Mors

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