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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1913

Page

8

Alam o Fight Begun Again Daughters of Texas Hope for End

After a lull, the Alamo dispute threatens renewed action as the Daughters of the Republic of Texas and counsel for Governor Colquitt pursue possible Supreme Court intervention. Interrogatories seek plans, authority, and funding details for efforts to continue or end the conflict, with court proceedings lingering in district court and a Supreme Court ruling anticipated.

The Alamods Daughters of the Hepadile Texas A.B. Conley B. R. Getsiche Epaciah Colquitt Supreme Court Abe W.S. Anderson Nollee Nollee Ty Given Alsi Daugters Conley Gelsicke Dr. and J. Benteeflic Professor Guise Twase Anderson Vininsel Ingner Wille St. Carl Terror Staries Conley and Geiackh Tar Thirty-seventh District Court W. Sanderson Laredo Amaiqr Sanches Anerson San Antonio

Serenade at Menger Hotel for General Treving

A local band led by A Martinez serenaded General Geronimo Treving in the Menger Hotel rotunda. The group played El Nacional de Mexico and other operatic pieces as the general, pleased with the attention, greeted the musicians and thanked them for their patriotism while expressing hope for peace in their country.

Geronimo Trevind Krand Man le Bande de Los Amizos el Purhio Menger Hotel A. Martinez Treving Tim Ttn

Strike Remedy Planned in Chicago for Bridge Trades

In Chicago an unusual agreement between employers and workers aims to curb strikes in the bridging trades. If signed this week, it would require both unions and employers to avoid strikes or lockouts without first consulting a joint arbitration committee. Large bonds would be posted and forfeited for noncompliance, enforcing the contract’s terms.

Weather summary from central U S stations

A fragmented weather report lists temperatures from St. Louis Chicago Milwaukee and New York with descriptions of clear or cloudy skies and varying winds. It notes the warmest readings around 78 degrees in many cities and mentions the coldest readings near 23 degrees in Milwaukee along with recent 24 hour lows.

Wade Mt Bean ST. Louis Chicago Cleudys & Mid Cluvey Amasouter Howra Fogreen Milwaukee Gertkrart Paul Kansas New York The Horkhewert Petty Forest Noston Washington

Bernan and Zadek Acquire West Commerce Street Property

The firm of Bernan and Zadek purchased a lot on the north side of West Commerce Street between Navarro Street and the bridge from Youkum and Sam Bennett for about 115000. They plan to widen Commerce Street by 8000 and remodel the two story Star Building, moving tenants to new quarters on West Commerce Street. The deal closes after negotiations in New York and includes future height increases and thorough renovation of the property.

Fof Berman & Zadek B. @ Youkum Sam. W. Bennett West Commerce Street Navarro Street Pancoust-Aorgan, Company Commerce Jtreet Lome New York Youkues Bermati Commeree Street Messrs Berman & Zadek Flrat Tis West Commerce Street

Austin Mayor and Commissioners Testify on Medina Dam Case

Mayor A. Woolfridge of Austin arrives in San Antonio with commissioners Maddox Bartholomew to testify in the Medina dam case before Federal Judge Tudge Maxey. The group stays at the Menger Hotel and discusses bond issues, municipal governance, and the impending election.

Medina Damase Wooldridge San Antonio Austin Fonio

Farmer laments corn yields on Gold Fen Gate farm

George S Laures complains about high corn costs and poor earnings citing a field of corn on his Gold Fen Gate farm five and a half miles north of town. He notes nine inch long ears with kernel fullness, claims eight acres are as good, and recalls a lecturer's advice about deep planting and its result. Miss Inez Matlwand Weds Warene Holssevain in London steps.

George S. Laures Goldfen Gate Saur

Newlands Bill Aims to End Wage Dispute with Arbitration

Washington July 15 The Newlands Bill to revise the Friedmann law would provide arbitration for wage disputes between railroads and their employees. The measure moved through the House swiftly toward President Wilson’s signature as Senate action followed. Both sides favored an independent mediation board, with officials naming mediators and outlining steps toward final passage and implementation.

Wasslngton D. C Newlands Wilson Senate Wilte Hall Congress Martin Knapp Commerce Courts Dearies P. Neill Gee of Hay Erdman Pda Williaam Len Ely Seth Low National Civic Foderation Treanmen Tribunel Lecatee Know Tongs A. B. Garvetson Department of Labor

Settlement Talks Continue Over Rail Wage Dispute

New York July 1 Officials from the Railroad Trainmen and Railway Conductors committees met in New York with reps of 199 unions to report on an armistice with eastern railroads. Erie lines refused to join arbitration, risking a stalemate as the wage dispute moves toward reconsideration under the Newlangs bill.

New York Lee and Garrétson Railroad Trainien Tratn Washington Newlangs Erie Conference Committee Cali

Washington seeks to save money on armor plate factory

Naval experts estimated a government armor plate plant at 3.468 million dollars could save 140 dollars per ton and more than a million dollars annually, with Secretary Daniels sending the report to Congress. He urged a thorough, party investigation into costs and the price of armor plates produced by private firms versus a government plant.

Washington, D.C Congress Daniels Senate Statemuita Issicg Yy Lim Urinor l Anc Ronveros

Senator Murray Resigns Amid Penitentiary Reform Debates

Sente r Murray, long time lawmaker from Ploreaville, resigns to pursue a role assisting Governor Colquitt with penitentiary reforms. The proposed plan includes reorganizing prison oversight, creating a new governing office, and elevating the penitentiary manager to a central supervisory position as the Legislature weighs the measure.

Floresville Vox Jute Ls Italy A. Muray Ploreaville Gave Stuar Colauttt Sennicy Murray Penitennaries Pusilla CaNqbitt Cairinun

Bristow Criticises Action Over Secretary of State Salary

Senator Bristow attacked the action and questioned salary levels for the secretary of state. He argued $1080 a month is insufficient, urging Congress to address the pay to prevent neglect of duties and allow for full participation in official duties and lectures. The resolution faced Republican objection and was tabled.

Washington Bristow Airica Wilson Sivan Bristaw Calind State Department Congress Korn Lewis Senate

Russia Demands China Recognize Outer Mongolia Autonomy

Peking reports Russia today pressed China to accept full autonomy of outer Mongolia and to acknowledge Russia's suzerain rights. Moscow says it will mediate per 1912 Urgua protocol. China’s parliament convened to debate the demands amid strong opposition and widespread concern.

Peking Russia Outer Mongolia China Urgua Mongalla Curie Evrats

Maine Doctor Prepared Tf and Mulhall Wants Pirates Knifed

In Washington D C on July 15, Senate toby committee resumed testimony with Chairman Overman meeting President Wilson. Mulhall’s testimony referenced correspondence dating back to 1907 involving Van Cleaye and Mulhall about tariff campaigns and political influence. A damaged excerpt shows Dr Grockatt writing critics of Mulhall and a request for the full story, while others discuss alliances and re-election efforts linked to the era’s political maneuvers.

Washington D. A Henate Toby Chaiman Overman White House Wilson Reed Marin M. Mulheil Tellers Tite Tames Gace Sherman van Cleaye Malhall New York Mulhall Indiana Watson Marine Reed Cead G. Lantey Grockatt Yhormasien Maing Ceockett Etta Petiev Dell Washington, D.C Fred Schwedtman van Cleave Republicon Om Gressmet Arkad

Thought He Was Dead Pikeville

A 15 year old boy named Miles Wak fell from a bike and was reported dead by the family in Pikeville yesterday. Undertakers later revived him after the prostration. he remains in the home with his family.

Pikeville Tae Nim

Disqualification Claims Against Judge Ward Arise in Suit

Reported motion in an injunction case alleges improper involvement of Judge Ward of the Seventy-third District, with arguments that the higher court injunction infringes jurisdiction. Pleadings discuss court authority over water company charges and prior suits and the request to amend pleadings during a morning session.

Tudee Bell Ward Tnev Bml Powell Ainghy S. Grten Pat Seourt Akarney Pewed Thor Pleadings Matena Court Justice Court Meher Severity-Third District Court Dora Grt Dany

Delayed Vacation Tak es First Time in 25 Years

A.M. (Doc) Courtnay, longtime San Antonio maintenance official, takes an unexpected vacation after 25 years of service. He left quietly last night with no fixed plan, no New Orleans ticket, and thoughts of possibly visiting friends in New York or Missouri. Courtnay, once a mine car driver for Colonel Belknap, rose through the ranks to become a prominent figure in local transit circles.

Action Company A.M Doc Missouri Corutiey San Antonio Colonel Belknap Irsclion Company Irethas Teteranth Courtney

Massacre Reported as Bulgarians Retreat Before Greek Advance

In Salonike Greek commander says Bulgarian troops fled before Greek advance. Villages near Drama burned, many inhabitants killed. Reports describe renewed fighting around Sees and Draima with Bulgarian forces fleeing north.

Salonike Vout Drama Ated Kleasy Tasceder

Concerted Moves Hinted as Diplomats Seek US Mexico Policy

London officials suggest European powers push for a US declaration on Mexico while the State Department omits comment. Secretary Bryan declines to discuss inquiries as European governments threaten actions to protect their citizens. Officials warn that without an official US stance, powers may act to restore peace amid unrest in Mexico.

Mexico State Department Republic Washington B.C Cit Abexton Bry Uintil Wilson Temors Bear United States Miterlan Lis

European diplomats urge US recognition of Huerta regime

In Mexico City diplomats from European powers met and urged immediate U S recognition of Huerta, denouncing U S aid to Constitutionalists. They warned U S inaction could cost lives, and pressed embassies in Washington to influence Washington toward recognition as newspapers voiced anti American sentiment. Ambassador Wilson signaled improved conditions but caution persisted amid rumors of Austrian Marines offshore and plots by Madero associates.

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