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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1908

Page

5

Prisoner brought to City HQ over intoxication and arms

Frescelano Castro, a young Mexican native, was searched at police headquarters after arousing suspicion on the West Side. Police found a loaded gun in his belt while he faced an intoxication charge and unlawful carrying of arms. The firearm charge was sent to the county court with an accompanying affidavit.

Frescelano Castro Mexico Hils Hell Castro Daniels Tire County Court

City to name new passenger and ticket agent

Rumors swirl in St Louis over who will fill the vacancy created by E G Griffin’s resignation as city passenger and ticket agent. Bruce Morton, former Katy city agent, may return to San Antonio. General Passenger Agent W G Crush is currently in St Louis, a move seen as significant.

Tlonis Empire Theatre San Antonio

Seven Naval Recruits Prepared for California Training

Quartermaster M J Matthews of the U S naval recruiting station reports 16 applications for enlistment since returning from Dallas on Monday morning. Seven have been accepted so far. He expects Lieutenant Smith and Surgeon Moran from Dallas tomorrow to arrange for the recruits’ departure to the training school on the California coast.

Dallas M. J. Matthews United States Naval Recruiting Station Matthews Smith Moran Tomorow California

Escape plot of Williams revealed by condemned man

The condemned Williams described a possible escape plan involving a buggy near the Southern Pacific tracks, saying he believed he could elude officers if he reached freedom. Modesto Torres warned Williams against discussing such matters, and Father Waring visited the inmate for an hour, noting Williams has gained weight and is free of pain but must stay quiet.

Aew Doc Williams Williams Southern Pacific Modesto Torres Death Walsh Torres Mr. Torres St. Peter Civier's Catholic Church

Perez fined for assault in police court case

Garza pleaded guilty to assault and battery in connection with the case and was fined $10 in police court this morning. A guard suffered a cut and a nose injury described in the guarding saga as Perez raised his hand. White and Theo Artzt Orchestra mentioned in the garden hall context.

Saga Perez Garza

Williams supporter sues for gubernatorial nomination at Port Worth

Webb, a commercial agent for the Lo& G R&R Railroad, now in Port Worth, previously in San Antonio, backs R. Williams for governor. The note suggests he is pursuing the nomination and aims to win the race.

Williams Webb Lo& G R&r Rallrand Port Worth Fe San Antonio Eves Hay R. R. Williams

Walker Seeks Divorce and Custody in District Court

Mrs Walker filed for divorce from George T Walker Jr in the fifty seventh district court at George town. The suit states the couple married October 3 1899 and lived together until July 10 1908. Plaintiff also asks custody of Aline Walker aged 11.

Central Democratic Anti Tart MasSsHy

Lyric Theatre Weekbill Draws Big Crowds

Attendance at the Lyric increases nightly as the managers enforce strict top acts. The Sylvan-Goxtildine company headlined by Casey’s trio Keith Procter and Swede Leonard Phillips delivers engaging singing, dancing, and encores. Wall Kennedy delivers rapid costume changes and a strong act, ending with a song and moving picture. At the Edisonia Lon­er presents a Western themed film, a likely draw for patrons seeking variety.

Hamilton Sylvan-Goxtildine Hook Keith Procter New York City Amsicat Casey Leonard Phillips Sonbrette Wall Kennedy

Dramatic Frontier Scene Portrays Tragic Kill

The fragment describes an early Western settler scene with a pivotal killing moments after a character named raion is slain. The waterfill sequence and ensuing actions heighten tension, marking a standout dramatic moment not seen in other depictions.

Will of murdered man filed in Bexar probate court

Certified copy of the last will and testament of William M. Hee filed in Bexar County Probate Court after murder. The will, from New York Surrogate Court, cites Houston assets valued around 580000 and claims exceeding 1,000,000. Legatees include Frederick A. Rice and wife, nephew William M. Rice Jr, with proceeds to a William M. Rice Institute for literature science and art in Houston. An additional public notice reports malicous mischief charges against two African American youths and unrelated property theft. a kidney care ad closes the item.

William M. Hee Lie Willionalye Albert J. Patrick Miya Sing Sing Bexar County New York City Texas Cope New York Lone Star Houston Tex Hore Hardz County Rice Frederick A. Rice Willam M. Rice Wit Wiliam M. Wee Institute For the Advancement of Literature Science

Can't Find Negro Myriel Armstrong Escape From City Hospital

The report states Myriel Armstrong, described as a negro, escaped from the city hospital Tuesday night and had not been captured. He had been previously taken in the county jail last week and required surgery, with officials noting he resisted officers. Armstrong was jailed in El Paso two months ago on an assault charge.

Myriel Armstrong

Well 850 Feet Deep Drilling At Market Street Property

The Arlesiah well, drilled by Tudsoh and Davideon on Market Street for the Water Works Co, reaches 850 feet with a current flow of 1,000,000 gallons daily. Efforts aim for 4,900,000 gallons per day while recovering lost drill bits and resuming work.

Arlesiah Tudsoh & Davideon Strep God of

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