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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1908
Page
2
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A dispatch from Austin quotes Railroad Commissioner Storey supporting a limited freight hike for Texas from interstate origins, with appeals to the Interstate Commerce Commission possible. Texans and shippers resist a targeted increase while noting broader national rate trends and rising costs, including print paper. The piece also mocks political theatrics around campaign tactics and public scrutiny.
The Geological Survey estimates US precious stone production at 471 800 dollars in 1907, up from 208 000 in 1900, driven by sapphire in Montana and diverse gems including tourmaline, chrysoprase, turquoise, garnet, and others, with total sapphire around 220 800 dollars and new mineral varieties noted.
The article discusses difficulties in valuing mineral outputs from mines in 1907, noting that figures mix elaborated gem values with mining costs. It emphasizes the Geologic Survey's aim to present useful state statistics while acknowledging uncertainties in yield. It also argues roads benefit farmers and communities, urging road improvements as a priority. It mentions local politics and public debates on prohibition and governance in Texas.
A visiting foreigner mocks American favoring imported goods and French style, arguing Americans pay for imported items at high prices. The debate shifts to pride in domestic manufacturers and tariff fairness, noting English advertisers capitalizing on home loyalty.
The San Antonio Light comments on a recent disturbance within the Bexar County Democratic Committee during efforts to interpret Terrell election law guiding primary holds. It notes the goal to let voters express wishes and critiques the controversy in editorial form.
A fragmented Chicago style column notes poverty and social images with irony. It contrasts careful speech and timely breakfast with appreciation from others while associating dating norms with popularity among girls. The piece presents social observations in a sharp, aphoristic voice.
Local report from San Antonio covers a robbery near West Zoro street, horse runaways causing damage on Ahung plaza, and a completed grading contest at Manermann's pasture. Also notes rail traffic plans, a mill street brick shop permit, a wall corridor contest in Waco, a branch line rejection, and a Gulf & Interstate depot demolition with a new one due by October.
An opinion piece argues that women, led by intellect, will overthrow male dominance. It portrays men as inferior, reliant on force, while women use wit and strategy to seize power and secure survival within social hierarchies.
The Light announces numerous Democratic primary candidates for Bexar County offices including Sheriff George Surkey W. J. Goforthee James McCloakey and others, County Attorney Vivian Hamilton Michael Campbell Frank Newton and more, plus District Judge M. J. Buckley and Nelson Lytle for District Attorney, all subject to Democratic primaries.
A fragmented history note lists 1708 Marat assassination by Charlotte Corday and Robespierre faction plans. 1822 Cherinopying Greek war entry. 180 general John Chaniey. a 1413 date. 10 The Milled foray apon the natige city. astronomical events mention rises and moon phase. text is garbled with many mis-spellings.
In Houston and Beaumont electrical storms caused extensive telegraph and telephone wire damage. Houston reports about 300 telephones out of service, with companies hit hard. A farmer near Jollad was bitten by a monkey at a riverside party, then treated. Telegraph lines blown down disrupted service for hours.
Temple Texas May 1 Imy 1 Will Roach was shot and killed in a location here that night Ray G Willcox had been arrested and will have an examination this afternoon Horch was shot through the heart He lived with his mother in the city Palestine Tex July 13 Ray R H Croziny pastor resigns after more than twenty years The parsonage will be deeded to him at home Organize Rise Exchange Houston July 14 The Houston Rice Exchange has been organized and chartered The capital stock subscribed and the exchange will open on August 1
The Licht authorized to announce Wester H. Terrell for Representative Place 3, Bexar County, subject to the Democratic primary. The Licht also announces Oita Walkmund as candidate for Representative Place No. 2, Bexar County, subject to Democratic primary action.
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