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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
2
Subscribers urged to provide both old and new addresses to avoid missed issues. The piece argues the Terrell law overreaches by governing party naming and funding, suggesting Texas would benefit if its provisions were challenged. Also reports on 1920s production gaps in tin plate and iron ore, plus a USPS plan to replace horses with automobiles for mail collection.
A restored democratic preamble labeled a grim joke on Texas democracy is recalled from Denver and Fort Worth, showing a split over party principles. The piece notes reform rhetoric against predatory wealth and calls for equal rights and shared power, amid a Texas turnout for the national convention. It references Bryan and a shift in leadership.
Fragmented report notes North Dakota Supreme Court ruling overturning a state primary fee to place a candidate on the ballot. The decision hinges on equal access to the ballot and voting rights, raising questions about Terrell law implications.
The Houston coverage discusses the Denver convention’s stance on the negro vote, asserting the issue is not for national action and emphasizing Texas voters' response to the Brownsville incident. It questions mobilization prospects and notes northern African American voters have historically backed Republicans, predicting continued support despite outrage.
A bustling urban motorman faces the perils of crowded streets and frantic pedestrians. The piece describes the constant vigilance required to avoid accidents as people with carts bicycles and cars threaten to derail safe operation. The narrator promises a cautious ride through a dangerous urban maze with a pledge to stand treat if nerves hold.
A 19th century San Antonio society note covers a gathering at Mrs Koerps on Mast Commerce Street, a ride to Mr Fred Sohl’s house, and a reception for newlyweds Mr and Mrs Henry Rheiner with supper and dancing. It also mentions local park plans near Riverside, a Bastille anniversary celebration, a new beer from Alamo Brewing, Prohibitionist activity, a 50 mile race at Berlinger Garden between Nellia Taine and George Merili, a Belnap Armory hop with the Bishops Cavalry band, and Colonel Belknap’s return from the north and east.
In a playful deluge of fanciful prose the tale moves from old saws about serpents and teeth to Don Cipriano Castro of Venezuela and Dr. Jo hann BR. de la Barra. The dentist’s fee in depreciated currency sits at the center as Castro’s tooth is removed and the tale spirals to Holland’s royal court with Wilhelmina.
On July 18 events span centuries with Queen Anne of England's death in 1687, Anthony Wayne's force capturing Stony Point in 1770, Napoleon Bonaparte addressing Bellerophon captain Mattland in 1915, along with notes on the Baroness de Stael-Holstein, Tad Lincoln's death in 1853, Mrs James G Blain e, and astronomical hints including sunset times and Mercury’s apparent station.
Birth announcements list five newborns with parental names and street addresses. A boy to Mr. and Mrs. Geartach on East Quincy Street, a boy to Mr. and Mrs. Battaglia on Peach Street, a boy to Mr. and Mrs. Conway Bavens on North Olive Street, a girl to Mr. and Mrs. Whilen on Calling Garden, a boy to Mr. and Mrs. Alberto Hernandes on North Pecos Street.
Burial permits record two deaths Philip Bishop 78 died July 48 senility 1815 Palmetto Ave and Gustav Jermy 78 died July 12 old age 217 Castro Street with interments noted. Also a public notice invites sealed proposals for furnishing cavalry and artillery horses at San Antonio Texas with opening set for August 11 1998 and bids to be sent to Robt. Stevens. follow up administrative details and vendors listed.
The Light announces multiple candidates for Bexar County offices including sheriff. Names include B. D. Lindsey W. J. Goforth Tames McCloskey and more, all subject to Democratic primary actions in July 1908. Other posts cover County Attorney District Clerk Constable County Clerk District Judge and County Judge with similar primary conditions.
The Light 3 authorized to announce Chester Herrell as candidate for representative from Bexar County. The announcement concerns the Democratic primaries and the action is positioned within party proceedings.
The TA girl stated Otto Wahrmund is a candidate for Representative Place No 2 in Bexar County, pending the outcome of the Democratic primary.
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