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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1912
Page
10
Pinkerton detectives spent most of last week in San Antonio investigating the burglary at Alex Joske's home three weeks ago, in which diamonds and jewelry valued at 7500 were taken. Sheriff Tobin may hold further clues as the men depart the city.
Eastward trip underway for To Tour East-Lee Ransom of Ransom and Silsbee. He sails this morning for Chicago and the East to attend two national conventions and tour the region before returning home. A separate note mentions a camping trip lasting two weeks for Mr and Mrs George Con.
The group including ring Mr and Mrs Robert Michael and others left today over the Sap to Waring Texas. Camp will be pitched between Waring and Listerdale with provisions and fishing tackle. Drs Garring and Hatcher osteopaths listed with local references. A youth Sonny Lewig 9 charged with vagrancy, case moved to juvenile court.
Five fine hens were stolen from a chicken coop at 416 Cactus Street in an early Sunday raid. The thieves fled with the birds and the owner possesses leads to track them down. arrests may follow.
Skirmishes between federals and rebels at La Cruz near Bachimba result in government 12 dead and rebels 2, with a later repulsion of a larger rebel force by Colonel Rojas. Rebels under General Del Toro press Huerta toward Bachimba as mine owners face back tax threats under rebel control.
Copies in miniature of the Davis international lawn tennis cup will be presented this month to sixteen American players who have appeared in the contests since its 1900 inception. Notable veterans Whitman Ward and Davis are among those honored alongside many long-time representatives.
A cloudburst in Guanajuato Mexico flooded the city to depths of several feet. Many lives and much property were lost or damaged with bodies carried miles away and not recoverable for days. The Porfirio Jar drainage tunnel helped avert a larger disaster.
Four Mexicans clashed in El Campo Texas leading to S Garcia a restaurant keeper and labor agent being struck with a heavy instrument presumed revolver and dying hours later Police arrested two suspects while a third man remains at large The incident occurred after a night of drinking early Sunday morning
The Rev. J. B. Weld, an American clergyman, was run over and killed by a motor bus in Cock Spur street, London. He had just left his hotel for a stroll when the accident occurred this morning. Mrs. Weld learned of the tragedy on returning to the hotel.
Mrs Harriet McFarland, 35, delivered three baby boys in Pittsburg today. Each infant weighed about four pounds at birth and doctors say all are strong and likely to live. Mrs McFarland noted no surprise at the rare event, mentioning three twin-born relatives on her mother's side.
Washington reports that the US will not intervene in Cuba while hopes of insurrection suppression persist. Foreign expulsion threats by Antomarchi have led to widespread depopulation near El Cobre but no attacks are observed as Cuban forces amass and about 200 Marines guard the area. The administration keeps 5000 troops ready for possible action to protect foreign interests.
Governor Monteagudo, commander of government troops, telegraphed to President Gomez that the revolution appears over after the surrender of Eugenio Lacoste in Guantanamo district. Lacoste was viewed as the insurgent leader and his surrender had a decisive effect.
The battleship Nebraska departed from Key West at 9 this morning bound for Guantanamo Cuba amid ongoing naval operations in the Caribbean region.
Santiago June 17. Julio Antomarchi, who on Saturday ordered white residents from El Cobre to depart, issued a proclamation this morning vowing to hang anyone who dares suggest he surrender.
James Silcock age 12 of 1709 San Marcos street died at 8 15 AM at his parents home from a gunshot wound sustained yesterday afternoon while hunting ten miles from the Sutherland Springs road. The cause remains uncertain but he said it was his fault. He was visiting his uncle on the Sutherland Springs road and was taken to the city for aid before dying. Interment will be at the family burial plot after transfer at Sayers Post Office.
Los Angeles reports anticipate further sensational developments in Clarence Darrow's trial for alleged jury bribing. The focal point will be John Harrington of Chicago, chief investigator for the McNamara defense, who may testify to numerous acts of corruption.
El Paso's new million dollar Pearson plant began operations with one unit started. City officials and business leaders hosted a luncheon for Pearson officials. The 40 acre plant will produce boxes wrapping and print paper and sash and doors from Mexican raw materials.
A fisherman discovered a woman’s body in Lake Como this morning. She is believed to be Ella Almquist, 26. A note bearing the name Ellen Almquist, plus an umbrella and a hat, were found near the lake on Sunday.
Several Republican convention delegates from Georgia were injured in a railroad accident just outside Chicago's Union Station. No serious injuries reported. Names include A. W. Bryant Valdosta M. B. Morton Athens W A James Sparta A N Flanker Argyle A S Simmons Macon M C Leman Atlanta. Smithville defeats Orange five to one in Texas game with Tolbert's two run seventh inning and Utzman striking out thirteen.
At Cedar Point strong opposition to the anti option bill for bidding grain for future delivery and to the bill for federal grain inspection was voiced at the opening session of the National Council of Grain Exchanges in Sandusky Ohio.
Corpus Christi Texas June 17 The Corpus Christi Musketeers of the Texas National Guard will be mustered in this afternoon at 4 o clock by Assistant Adjutant General York of Austin. The new company has 65 recruits. H D Hoskins formerly of the Galveston coast artillery has been elected captain and H G Knight first lieutenant.
Will Roberts 17 son of J B Roberts a farmer near Mt Peak drowned in a small tank while swimming with other boys. He was seized by cramps in water beyond his depth and died before help could reach him.
Gonzales Texas June 17 R Dilworth announced his candidacy for the legislature from Gonzales County. The announcement leaves three candidates contesting the seat.
E C Askey of the Leesville neighborhood died at his home Saturday night. He was about 60 years old and had lived in this county since childhood.
G W Long a deaf mute was run down and crushed to death by a switch engine in Texarkana this morning.
Grasshoppers seize corn in northern and southwestern Texas with damage in Gillespie McCulloch Bastrop counties. Lamar reports chinch bugs. State horticulturist to investigate.
General Passenger Agent W G Crush said the Katy will add trains across Texas to lift service quality. The plan raises 600 train miles per day and aims to ease delays amid the state penalty suit seeking nearly half a million dollars.
William Zuehl aged 84 founder of the town of Zuehl Guadalupe county died Saturday morning in Zuehl where he had lived 60 years. He left an estate valued at 200000. Surviving children are Carl John Henry William Oscar Louie Mrs. Herman Winkleman and Mrs. Rheiniger. Funeral was held at the old homestead with San Antonians in attendance.
Chattanooga Tenn June 17 Ex United States Senator James Frazier spent a restless night in a much low spirits condition this morning his physicians report that he is no worse and they take this as a good indication They believe his withdrawal from the race for governor announced in morning will have a tendency to relieve his mind of worry and result an improvement of his condition His physicians are still undecided as to the necessity of an operation which they state may be performed later.
Governor Colquitt will address gatherings in a string of Texas towns from June 17 to June 24. Scheduled stops include Hamlin Anson Stamford Seymour Wichita Falls Henrietta Archer City New Castle O ney Jacksboro Bowie Montague Nocona Whitesboro Tioga Van Alstyne, with morning and afternoon sessions listed for each location.
Highly recommended for relief of insanity, nervous headache, nausea and impaired digestion. Av Collman, plumber, 416 Main Av.
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