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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1896
Page
3
A negro escaped convict is active in hiding about seven miles north of Wein and is armed. Officers scour the area for him, fearing bloodshed if seized. A large religious gathering at Osage, seven miles northeast, drew many away from Wein. Cotton prospects look good as rains favor crops.
Special wire report from Vancouver dated July 4 says to July 8 Chinese forces report that Mohammedan rebels have annihilated his th ousand troops. Also Senator Spuller dying. Paris dispatch notes he is dying at Dijon.
Washington deliberations focus on the status of national committeemen who oppose Bryan and Sewall as gold Democrats join the Chicago nominees. Minnesota is cited with D W Lawler named among dissenters, prompting questions if a vacancy should be declared and filled by a party-aligned appointee.
Landen July 24 The trial of Dr Jameson and officers from the Veausvant raid resumed in the Queen's Bench division of the court of Justice The prosecutor closed with reading treaties and maps explaining the invaded territory
In the British House of Commons James O'Connor asked adviser A J Bulfone to urge the queen to pardon an Irish prisoner jailed for treason on the occasion of her sixtieth accession anniversary. Mr Balfour said it was not yet time to decide what should be done for the anniversary marking the queen's reign beginning July 20, 1807.
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania on July 25 the report of nine experts finds further search for entombed miners would be dangerous and useless though Newton Coal Mining Co has ordered continued search. A solemn high mass will be held at St Mary’s Catholic church for the victims.
A partial wire report from West Florida notes an incident at night with unclear details. Names and exact timing are unreadable but the item appears to involve a notable event or confession broadcast via the wire service. Local authorities and affected parties are not clearly identified.
The report from St Louis details Bryan’s nomination by the Democratic party on its platform, with Texas delegates threatening to withdraw if he did not accept. A tumultuous scene followed as Norton held solid support and Bryan’s camp claimed unity with Populists in the South for Bryan and Sewell.
A man named Dave Berryman killed his wife and three of his children and the 2 month old baby before turning the gun on himself in his Madixon County home on a Tuesday night. Neighbors say he had been drinking and had conflicts with his wife over infidelity with another woman. Berryman had a prior divorce from his first wife for cruelty and had remarried, living with his second wife for the children’s sake.
A special wire from Sundly Light London reports a petition presented to English courts seeking the winding up of the Gom mereh Bank of Austria after it becomes unable to pay its debts.
Special wire report from Athens notes fights between Greek insurgents and Turkish troops at Niowmstl in Macedonia. Several Turks fled, eighteen were executed or died, sixty-one captured, with four Turks escaped amid chaos and casualties reported. In Raleigh a sensational Franklin County case unfolds as James Moore surrenders after allegedly killing Genadus Jackson. coroner orders bail at $2,000 while authorities coordinate transport to Louisburg for further proceedings.
In a noisy scene reported by Special Wine the utility lights dimmed as rivals Olive and Corpubtie clashed when a staged duel erupted. Judge Geo. Es broke in to stop a fight while Governor Evans faced insult from Dysins. Pistols waved briefly, crowds pressed in, and both generals Maltis and Ticlithis argued over adjutant Zoremy.
A. Rolfs proprietor of Leavenworth cracker factory sues the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway for 320,000 damages in Morris county district court. He alleges he rode a Santa Fe train, offered a thousand mile book to the conductor, was ejected unlawfully at Diamond Springs, faced ridicule, and suffered mental and physical pain. He says he missed a business appointment and lost a 3,000 contract, seeking 5,040 in additional claims.
Tominastan of Washington D C files suit in the district Supreme Court against Dr Marr Parsons a local dentist claiming malpractice false arrest and imprisonment and slander totaling 25 000 in damages He says a defective front tooth was to be fixed but caused pain leading to an arrest on a false theft charge and subsequent jailing He seeks redress for mental distress and damages to his reputation and associations with Parsons.
Special wire from Sudey Fagin reports in Chicago that Wilkinson and Warkhurst, tied to the Steel company, face a disputed assignment rumbling over assets near 200000 dollars. Warkhurst is said to be president. no statement issued.
A protest in Lille as German delegates arrived for proceedings met by cheering crowds and anti German chants. Police and demonstrators clashed with several injuries reported amid strong French anti-German sentiment.
In Canetown on July 2 the parliamentary inquiry into the Transvaal raid quoted Mr Schreiner, former crown advocate, describing Cecil Rhodes as dejected and agitated after Jameson’s raid. Rhodes allegedly claimed Jameson had ruined him and that he doubted Jameson acted freely.
A large crowd witnessed Bratechos defeat the Stil Crabs as the game moved quickly in Petro Park yesterday afternoon. Seven runs highlighted the contest with strong hitting from Gines and Hisey, while Nerina pitched well and Grin supported the effort on defense.
San Antonio’s popular young set visited Rockport for summer revels led by Mrs. Geo Saunders and accompanied by Mrs. Chamberlain and others. Judge L. G. Denman’s friends welcome his return as a rising Lone Star figure. Republican discord noted with Senatorial convention split. Corpus Christi hosts a rally August 6 to nominate a congress representative, with Crouch and Plevee discussed.
In Calaveras July 25 cotton growing well after rains and brick yard and sewer works at Saspanee operate at full capacity. Local revival under Baptist church. several residents visit San Antonio and Floresville for church and business. Watermelons plentiful and cheap. Wood owners form to press price increase for brick yard wood. expect firm prices and resistance to lower offers.
Special wire reports Jersey City and Brooklyn bankers Hiren and Elza involved in a suspected embezzlement scheme. Eliza, president and keeper of the bank, allegedly refused deposits and faced a furious crowd. Police seized Eliza amid accusations of conspiracy to defraud. losses around $100,000.
Special wire reports a Sumatra dispatch stating that Mite forces defeated Acheinese rebels at Lanivada. Inamigen chief Ninun kai is said killed, with the rebel leadership scattered and retreating.
London dispatch reports the House of Commons debating the Irish land tenure bill amid a tense session. The newswire notes opposition and government positions shaping the controversial reform as July proceedings unfold.
A Pittsburg party of over three hundred delegates from the Eighth National Convention of Window Glass Workers arrived in Canton this morning. The group, comprised of actual working men, represents eleven states and is seen as the most important deeiation since Major McKinley's nomination.
In Laversia July 25, heavy rains boosted crop outlook with cotton near opening while harvest is not yet underway. Farmers take a rest before gathering. A large camp meeting underway seven miles below town draws San Antonio visitors. Local residents and visiting couples enjoy the week.
Reports from Fairview neighborhood describe cotton growers plowing and rejoicing after timely rains. Protracted meetings, cemetery association gathering, and local court notes appear amid a mix of community events. Dairies expand, school district votes pass, and city streets are set for cleanup projects as harvest prospects brighten.
Reports say Sanetonian troops halted a Macadorn advance near Parkieh as Demnie Hise led defense. Details are fragmentary and a ceasefire or restart of fighting is unclear.
A collection of social news from Pearsall describes tea parties hosting families at home, departures for Del Rio and Yonkun, visits by Misses Daugherty and others to the Alamo City, and attendees at the Republican convention in town. Mentions of Mr Crawford and Mr Lowry attending, Mrs Danelly’s trip, and Mrs Savink at the convention. The Baptist church expansion is noted as progressing toward completion.
July 23 in Corpus Christi the wedding of Jon AMonid and Hannah Jelly drew officials from firemen to the ceremony and reception at Actushin square under a bright moon. report notes generous crowd, quiet celebration, and local scenes, with other city notes on roads, cotton prospects, and a sick child Roy Ayers improving.
A white man named Lom Jackson assaulted his wife Amy in Watal Mississippi with fists a butcher knife and the blade. He struck and slashed her until she fled and was later found unconscious. Jackson was arrested and jailed awaiting further action. If the mob takes action the case may end in lynching.
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