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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1911
Page
2
A two day wind and lightning storm in New York and vicinity leaves five dead and five missing with nearly one million dollars in property loss. At Clason Point a revolving Ferris wheel is struck by lightning and knocked from its axis, tossing passengers. rescuers lower them with ladders as women try to jump to safety.
In Washington DC on June 12 investigators led by Corporation Counsel H E Thomas probe who left parts of a body in the streets. A heart was found in a back alley and a leg in a sewer trap, with medical students suspected. Dr Kober of Georgetown and Dr Borden of George Washington University assist authorities.
In Washington on June 12 the Canadian reciprocity bill enters senate discussion. Senators Bailey and Williams clash over tariff policy with Williams promoting free trade and Bailey pushing for equal duties. The hearing touches on price differences by region and whiskey pricing, though those remarks did not appear in the printed record.
New York on June 12 began a reform long sought by officers. The three‑ton plan replaces five platoons with eight hour patrol duty eight hours on reserve duty and eight hours at home with two and a half days off every twelve weeks. More patrols will be on duty 10 PM to 6 AM than in other hours.
SHDALIA Mo June 12 The harvesting of wheat began in Central Missouri today. The grain is in excellent condition with an estimated average yield of fifteen bushels per acre.
Secretary Henry M. Taylor of the International Cattlemen's Association issues a call for a November meeting in San Antonio during the International fair. The group aims to secure uniform livestock sanitary regulations across the United States Mexico and Canada to protect cattle health and broaden markets and stable prices for producers.
Middletown Connecticut June 12 George M Ward celebrates his seventy third birthday and sixty fifth year as a paperboy. He has delivered papers since before the Civil War on a route spanning twenty seven streets and twelve miles. He still walks the route daily in about two and a half hours with no fatigue.
William Zander, a young white man, convinced the police court he was employed and not a vagrant. He explained he entered Gulf Refining premises to fetch Johnson grass for his horse after work, denied stealing oil, and the judge dismissed the case.
Relatives of Miss Johnnie Hanley, found dying from carbolic acid in Dallas, claim the department store girl was murdered. They allege skull congestion as the cause, though investigators have not established a murder theory. The body was found by a Black man in South Dallas suburbs on Sunday morning. The splice have yet to confirm the murder claim.
Mrs. Lunsford and Mrs. Margaret Lunsford, mother of John R. Lunsford managing editor of the Express, suffered a second paralysis attack at their home on 801 Indianola street Sunday. Her condition is serious. she has lived in San Antonio for thirty years.
In Binghamton New York on June 12 a severe electrical storm caused two fatalities. Mrs. John Allen of Maine town died of heart failure after fright from thunder. Mrs Mary Buckley was killed instantly when a tree fell during a camping test attempt.
Palestine Texas July 12 The surface shows nothing about the International and Great Northern sale tomorrow but officials believe it will proceed. A company official said he had not been advised about the sale and did not know who would bid. He added the Gould interests did not know if other bids would be offered.
In Austin on June 12 the railroad commission will not act on rebonding until the International & Great Northern shows a clean bill of health and the road is sold. No representatives appeared. officials said they would not influence the decision.
A cyclone struck Kilmichael Mississippi last night causing many houses to be demolished. Two people were slightly injured. Other nearby towns are reported struck but details are unavailable.
Wells Fargo Express plans to extend service to Gould lines in Texas on or about July 1. The expansion covers the International & Great Northern and Texas & Pacific railroads with interstate links from St. Louis to Mexico City and all Gould lines in the state. Agents are finalizing office checks as replacement of Pacific Express is now expected to proceed on schedule.
A masked herald claims Bright's disease is curable with Vito Nuevo Mineral Water. The ad touts a weight gain from 102 to 123 pounds and claims a high albumen test, urging readers to visit 115 Avenue C for treatment in California mountains.
Washington reports world onion supply and demand shifting as the Texas crop ripens. Egypt and Liverpool influence pricing with Egyptian exporters hit by falling American demand. This year the United States imported about 150000 pounds of Egyptian onions.
Louis R. Meyer died after a long illness at his home 118 Rusk Street San Antonio. He is survived by his mother two brothers and six sisters including Joseph Meyer Clayton Missouri and Charles Meyer San Antonio. He was born in San Antonio and worked in the grocery trade. Funeral at 5:30 pm from the residence followed by services at St Joseph's church with interment in St Joseph's Cemetery. Pallbearers named William Dielmann John Jehl H Jaeckle Louis Mueller Emil Schiffers and Henry Menger.
Benjamin Patton, 25, died Sunday at a local hospital after a long illness. He came to San Antonio from Linton five days ago for medical treatment. He is survived by his wife and several children. The body, prepared for burial by Sloan & Hagg, will be taken to Moundsville West Virginia for interment.
Chester Lyssy two died Saturday night at his parents home 116 Parker avenue funeral Sunday at 4 from the residence with interment in St Marys cemetery. Katie Knaup forty five died Saturday night at 11 30 at 1202 North Laredo street after a long illness funeral Sunday at 5 from the residence then at St Marys church and cemetery. Mrs Knaup mother of the Knaup boys of baseball fame.
George A Sayers, 57, died Sunday at home 518 Seventh Street. Survived by wife and two sons. A San Antonio resident for 30 years, he was a carpenter. Funeral held at 10 this morning from the residence, interment in City Cemetery No. 3.
A committee of twenty has called a 4 PM meeting Tuesday led by Chairman Henry L. Halff to review stock holders of 450000 dollars in stock, complete as of Saturday, and discuss a five percent assessment to hire an engineer to select the best route for the new road to Brownsville.
The San Antonio Playground Association will have a member on the reception committee for noted landscape architect Geo E Kessler, who will arrive in the city Thursday morning. The committee member is to be named today or tomorrow.
The hearing on news meaning faces Senator Bailey's grudge against papers. General Manager Stone argues news favors sensationalism while praise of the good should be printed. Public figures detest muckraking, except hard party organs which avoid criticism and align with their own side.
The Associated Press reports subpoenas for several prominent men to testify in the Lorimer investigation. A Senate sergeant at arms officer heads to Chicago to serve them, aiming for secrecy. Named potential witnesses include Lee O Neil Browne Edward Hines Edward Tilden and Clarence Junk. Lorimer returns to the Senate for a vote on a direct election resolution.
Theo Artzt orchestra notes plans for remodeling the Moose building at Market and North Presa streets. M Barnett of Houston purchased the property for 100000 dollars and will spend about 25000 dollars on alterations converting it into an apartment house. Tenants are relocating as work approaches. D J Woodward and Ernest Altgelt offices moved to the Moore building.
Delegates to the National Association of Master Plumbers arrive in Galveston Texas for the group’s annual convention. President Walker and other officers are in the city preparing for the opening session tomorrow morning.
Galveston club manager Donahue has released pitchers Baldridge and Hise, catcher Chandler, and fielder Jack Powell. Second baseman Harry Redmond has been released to Greenwood, Mississippi.
The city council adjourns to vote on a sixty day budget proposed by Mayor Callaghan with a plan for ongoing interim budgets. Insurgent Aldermen vow to block approval, seeking a temporary financial arrangement to give new members time to assess city needs.
Theodor Plummer W R King and F G Hillie sue L Kirkpatrick and L J Crawford for 1500 and foreclosure of a lien on 53 acres. The notes tied to the land purchase form the evidence, with the suit seeking a court declaration that the land belongs to the conveyors.
Edna Dess and others sue Christine Schick and others for partition claiming a one fourth interest in a lot on Go liad street between Peach and Fountain streets in this city. The property is valued at $5000 per the petition.
Galveston Texas June 12. The battleships Minnesota Mississippi and Vermont sail this afternoon at six oclock for Pensacola Florida to report for target practice.
J. C. Maeder of Cleveland was indicted for offering a bribe in connection with the loan shark bill. He appeared in common pleas court today and posted bond of $1000.
The French Mutual Aid Society plans a July 16 celebration at the fair grounds marking the fall of the Bastille. The event will feature elaborate programs, music, dancing, refreshments, and a grand ball with dancers in period dress.
Pelico Villareal told Judge Buckley he did not strike his wife as neighbors testified he did. He said he only tried to place a mescal bottle near her nose to revive her from a fainting spell caused by a letter from her mother. The court fined him $15.
Eighty three cadets will graduate as second lieutenants at West Point tomorrow. Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson will deliver the graduation address and Major General Leonard Wood will present diplomas. The class began with 148, but 83 survived the four year course. Honors go to Phillip Bracken Fleming. The class includes Thomas J. Christian, grandson of Gen Stonewall Jackson, and Wilfred M. Blunt, great grandson of Francis Scott Key.
Riebe announces expansion of auto ambulance service based in 221 E Commerce with contact at phone 341. The notice highlights increased emergency transport options for the community.
In Bastrop Texas on June 12 the state case against Oscar Perkins for the murder of Prof J D Bird a year ago was abated as Perkins had died recently at his home near Sayers in this county.
Mission Finishing Co at 701 Gibbs Building offers Kodak film development for ten cents per roll with quick service and central location details. The notice highlights a pricing point and the business address for customers seeking film processing.
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