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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1908

Page

5

Detroit Becomes Backdrop for National Masonic Reunion

United States delegates gather in Detroit for a national Masonic reunion and grail lodge session. Opening exercises start at 8:30 PM at the Fair Grounds auditorium with welcomes by Mayor Hay and Governor Campbell. Grand Exalted Tuller Wenner of Pennsylvania delivers the response. The first business session begins Tuesday morning at the opera house, with the annual parade planned for Thursday as Los Angeles and Detroit vie for the next Pennington convention.

Dailey United States State Fair Park Fair Grounds Hay Campbell Tuller Wenner Pennsylvania Grant Indwe Opera House Los Angeles Detroit Pennton Strang Ole Entluns

Spill acid burns face in police court case

Chris Dly, a young man claiming to be a discharged soldier, appeared in police court with burns to face and chest after an acid spill at a park. He admitted attempting to break into a toothache remedy vial and was fined $1 after authorities found a small vial near him.

Chris Dly Aity Hall

Police Court Docket Records 53 New Cases In Morning Session

The police court docket featured 53 new cases called in the largest morning session in nine months. Arrests since Saturday totaled many, with the greatest number made yesterday afternoon. Over half the cases involve charges of fights and disturbances of the peace. Funds imposed totaled 110 dollars.

Fie Iternoon

Liquor Issue on Bexar County Ballot Primary

In Bexar County a liquor issue will appear on the July 25 ballot after sharty plot. A county committee set the ballot order listing governor candidates and state offices before local options. The large ballot spans four columns with pledges local option prohibition and statewide races, followed by county and district offices.

Bexar County Sharty Bascom Gell H. 3. Jalliway A. E. Heilbron V. M West JH. Rogedale Sicilices Wiltima Campall C. W. Geers Denton Eganish Davidson R. V. Davidvon R M. Wynng T. P. Stone Rebusol Office Commmnissioner FB Blades George PF. Farker J. W. Stesheng Charles 3 Gide

Market Report From New Orleans Slips On Weather Outlook

New Orleans markets showed a drop in the stock and grain sectors, attributed to favorable weather and harvest prospects. October and December futures slid about 13 points, with steady to mixed closes in futures trading and activities in wheat and corn led by No. 2 grade bids.

New Ohrleans Peloes New Orleans

Children of Thirteen Nationalities Learn Patriotism From This Flag

Children of thirteen nationalities gather at School No 8 in San Antonio as the Public Playground association starts a program to provide safe play spaces. Aimed at crowded districts, the effort uses a public flag ceremony to teach patriotism and civic pride while children from diverse backgrounds explore the meaning of the nation.

Ila United States Ana Wmder Tae Publ ‘Ie San Antonio Stata Mexicia Hengisl Harsa Ids Association Tovn

Taft to Deliver Labor Plan Speech at Hot Springs

Hot Springs Arkansas July 1 Taft will deliver his acceptance speech on the ninth instant at Cincinnati addressing the Republican platform issues and the tariff reform line while officials visited Hot Springs in the days prior Washington reports say the speech will be concise and focus on vital campaign themes. National Republican committee opens headquarters in New York and Taft plans a Utica conference with Representative Sherman as vice presidential candidate in the week ahead.

Hot Springs Wellig W. H.taft Cinemnatti Republican Party Taft Republcan Wilbu Mr. Taft Washington, DC

Thaw's Trial Date Set for September in Westchester

White Plains N Y July 13 Harry Thaw's application for a jury trial to determine mental condition was adjourned until September by the supreme court of Westchester. His arrangement was entered into defense with Terotity New York. In the meantime Thaw will remain in custody of Sheriff Cuimiey of Bytelesx County and will stay in Sall at Poughtiecs.

White Plains N.Y Harry Thaw Supreme Court of Weslchester Midge Mills Terotity New York Cuimiey Byteliesx Sall Poughtiecsele

Auto Crash In Omagh Leaves Several Injured

Louawie July 13 An auto accident near Smithville injured 81 people, two of them well known in the ad world. Names Ira Shelby and Shelby Tronnle among the injured, with others including Richard Munofer and Shirley. Internal injuries reported and serious conditions for several. drivers Frank Ball and Dr Wiseman listed among the injured.

Louawie Smithville Ira Shelby Tronnle Les Sroken Mes Shelby Boinle Shirley Richard Munofer Dr. Wiseman Hicken Frank Ball

Saloon Licenses Granted by County Judge Shook

County Judge Shook granted 25 saloon licenses this morning for city saloon keepers. Since June 1, 252 license applications have been filed and 185 granted under the Buskin McGregor law, with all licenses expiring before Augusta. Licenses must be issued before the month ends. new licenses replace prior permits.

Shook Augusta Nuran Ra

Motor trip outlines plan to reach St Louis and sign painter prep

John Filpone left this morning for Tytler then to St Louis to complete a sign painting contract on the Great Northern line. He will be joined at Hunter by C Farris of St Tenue as arrival is expected in four to five months.

St. Louis John Filpone Tytler Pont PuMporne Tatle Fillbone Hunter C. Farris St. Tene

Despondent Man Kills Himself in City Yard

Willan T. Thompson, a 36 year old African American resident, shot himself in the left chest at his home on 426 South Cherry Street. He left a widow and two children. Thompson, once honorably discharged from the United States Army, had been employed at Ente & Bro and had a week’s vacation. Neighbors say he seemed despondent, but no motive is given. He had lived in the city 24 years.

Willan T. Thompsee Whasele South Cherry Street Weluek Thompson Porler Ente & Bro Godares I Oldham Stavnes Red Alex Tinelman Tin Theaypeon

Local Firms Win State Contract Awards

Special to Te Ligne Auslin Tex July 1 The state awarded contracts for building equipment and supplies for child welfare and related agencies. Bidders include Prime Toolker Mig, Cango Schmeltzer Co, Goodin Grocery Co, and My Castinolk & Sons all from Antonie.

Ligne Auslin Tex Mirchasing Mgenk Hytaten Amerg 4Prinae Toolker Mig Cango Schmeltzer Co Goodin Grocery Co My Castinolk & Sons All Fun Antonie

Republicans Await July 25 Developments in County

Local Republicans led by Jue ks M Oppenheimer say they will appoint committee members to fill vacancies after July 25. A Saturday meeting discussed a possible county ticket, but most favor waiting for Democratic primary intraparty contests to settle. The county chairman noted blacks may participate in the Democratic primary, with emphasis on avoiding conflict.

Jueks M. Oppenheimer Oppenheimer Ramiks Ald Ure

No Bitulithic Paving Bids Seen in Houston Street Work

Mayor Callaghan notes surprise at low bids for paving and that bids did not appear for the bitulithic project. The city engineer reviews submissions and classifies offers. A Wednesday award meeting with property owners and aldermen is planned, with a cost comparison to the West Commerce street brick and asphalt pavements.

Migor Callaghan Cily Corals Loa Houston Street Aod Wil Commerce Street

Bryan and Kern Confer in California Campaign Talks

Bryan and Kern confer with W J Bevan and Indiana Democratic officials at Fairview. Train delayed four hours near Fairbury due to a washout. Samuel Gompers Fran Morrigan and James Duncan of the American Federation of Labor visit Fairview. Talks focus on Theodore Bell vs Bryan campaign plans for California. Bryan suggests notification after Clayton and committee finalize timing after Denver trip.

Airview Lingam Ivy J. W. Kern Vicw Democratic Party Indiana Chaiman Indiana Democratis Anto Central Committee Wm. J. Bevan Fairbury Samuel Gowpers Fran Morrigan James Duncan American Feteration of Labor Fairview Theodore Bell Bryan Bell California Rousevelt Bevan Caliifornia Roosevelt Yelern Mr. Tagh Clayton Denver Ly Ma. Cliyton Paele Coast

Run Over by a Wagon on Hast Commerce Street

Meher residing at Tanho Street Swans was run over by a sea wagon on Hast Commerce Street yesterday. He was severely injured as the wagon wheels pressed on him and a horse kicked him, causing a head wound and other injuries.

Seeks to Restrain County Commissioners and Others

Bass files injunction against County Judge Shook and county officers over July primary election. Judge Camp sets 9:30 a.m. Wednesday hearing seeking to bar interference by defendants and compel use of presiding judges. Parties discuss mandamus to permit election setup and access to polling places. Allies report possible agreement with terms largely as Bass stated, including representation rules for two-candidate offices.

Ben. C Bass Phil Shook Commissioners Court H. B. Sullivay Li Lie le Mondo Permanent Judees Raga Ansaldo Shank Andres Coy Jr Hass Tinsamé Mr. Bass Comet!vieners W. WV. Walling T. A. Thridge R. G. Scott Steve Sandoval TL. M. School

7000 Peddlers Plan Holiday Parade in New York

July 13 the cantido peddlers will meet in executive session Wednesday night to decide their vacation day for the coming fair mer. They plan to take a full day off and then parade with about 7000 participants after a half year of work.

New York Cantido Peddlers Executive Seasion

Local Weather Forecast for Sveane and Adjacent Areas

Generally cloudy with showers tonight or Tuesday. Temperatures vary by hour, with a morning low around the early 50s and a daytime high near the upper 60s. Records indicate light winds and a mild humidity level, with no significant weather warnings issued for the region.

Weultine Sveane

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