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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1908

Page

7

Ursuline Convent Commencement Dramatizes Fifty Seventh Year

The Ursuline convent on Augiste street held its fifty seventh annual commencements this morning in the assembly hall. Lavendar and white decor graced the hall as graduates performed songs, solos, and a literary discussion in a program led by Miss H Weller and Miss A Mullera. Medals were awarded including the Mather Constantinian and chancellor honors to students such as Miss Tllonde Grover and Miss Gertrude Elizabeth Truanley, with several others receiving premiums and diplomas.

Urschine Augiste Sud la Grace Bobn H. Weller A. Mullera H. Guiterres Migs Monstautan M. Rominnes M. Rel Gertrude i. Buckley A. Ruhnke M. Petran Jes A. Mothers May Lats Uly Gertrude Buckley M. Dolan Margaret Dolan Elizades Grover Fair Gorge Gertrude Muckley Pathan A.’"Rohnke Afisy Y Arelson Misa C. Held Migg A Qfulhern L. Auhnke S. Flory B. Buckley Mandoilis Ckrel B. Wheeler Fings Misa Blonde Grover Gertie Hicktey Reid Mis Fk. Reid Mather, Constantinean Micd Tllonde Grover Oiven Rev. A. Henchman Misas Gertrude Elizabeth Truelley Margaret Mary Dolan

Everybody Represented At The Polls In July Election

County executive action last Monday adopted the amendment guiding the primary election and limited election officers to those chosen under the Terrell law. Bass says all organizations candidates and issues will be represented at the polls on July 28 and will prepare a list of presiding officers by July 28. He notes a majority of the committee must approve any appointment and that he is backed by Judge Camp in ensuring representation and may seek mandamus if needed.

Chatman G. L. Base Tls Bass Hass Camp Renderer Threstund Gut District Court Camy Basu

Fourth Preparatory Glass Gold Medals Awarded to Misses Fisher and Hickey

A lengthy school event lists numerous awardees across classes from Fourth Preparatory to Sub Pigunating, naming Miss Mary Fisher, Miss Florence Jower, Miss Matle Loualannevay Heymints, and many others for gold medals, premiums, and certificates. The fragment notes various Misses and their placements, with multiple named individuals across preparatory and academic classes in a 19th or early 20th century school program.

Wdase Nelson Wilzabeth, Fisher Mary Sperent Noon Hickey Tile Matone Watle Hipps Josephine Behultz 19Ilae Shertz Pauline Vale Scalie “Sehwira Theodorn Rudiges Jonly Fravbol Concha Hold Adulaide Royagne Ors Bourland Margaret Sanders Clara Palltza Mary Wellesperger Mary’ Fisher Pbroutunig Murgarel Hickey Florence Jower Sane —Scott Katie Ricard Kathleen Spelman Milne Fr Bel Josephine Palltan Tarcille Bhpalox Jeremy Nalson Muttle Kehuc Monviso Fibres Matle Loualannevay Heymints Cutlerrez Markt Maratta Mabel Chittress Stabe Rock Lenz Rubnke Amalie Sullutect Stetina Nelson June Foebel Dit Mhyang Chesate Dingan Katherine Bar Caroline Lacsote Emlifg Ruhnke Say Agnes Mulher Adi Moore Anitta Ferelda Pauline Moore Dorothy’ Stuart Josephine Castarala Tie Muicyalusks Sareh Flory Moneho Traffe King Josen Phing Sayineugh Blanche Buckl Mian Annin Way Hurts Annie May Harris Adeline Lacoste Hoberly Reid Aiases Nona McClaws Teresh Cuvmnaugl Kate Weller Mildred Haifield Elizabeth Cockrell Marin Rovlriguez

Black Bronchos Win 4 to 1 Over Black Sluggers

The San Antonio Black Bronchos defeated the New Orleans Black Sluggers this afternoon at the baseball park by a score of 4 to 1. A large crowd witnessed the game.

San Antonio New Orleans Baseball Park

Texas Delegation Backs Sherman With Taft Support

June 14 report: the Texas delegation cast its 36 votes solidly for Sherman in line with administration wishes and Secretary Taft, maintaining unity for the nominating convention.

Chiesto. I Texas Sherman Taft

Negro Bank Closes Doors in Arkansas City

Capital City Savings Bank, the only Negro bank in Arkansas, closed today after being placed into receivership. About $2,000 in cash left on hand, liabilities around $76,000, and assets reportedly higher, with doors not opened.

Wright to succeed Taft as Secretary of War

Luke Wright of Tennessee, a Democrat and former Philippine Commission member, will be appointed to replace Taft as Secretary of War. Taft resigns effective June 30 to join Roosevelt's cabinet, and Wright's prior roles include governor of Tennessee and ambassador to Japan.

Washington Luke Wright Tennessee Philippins Commission Japan Taft Wright Sen Ito McKinley Philippine Commission Roosevelt Henry Clay Ide White House Chosan Wright Ig Memphis Associated Press Luke 2 Tate War Department Kenptal Wright Port- Tolin

President Roosevelt Congratulates Sherman on Nomination

Washington June 19 President Roosevelt sent a telegram to Representative Sherman congratulating him on his nomination and offering hearty congratulations and best wishes for the success of the Taft and Sherman ticket.

Washingtont Roosevelt Sherman Taft Shoe

Taft to Name New Chairman

Taft to name a new chairman as the Republican National Committee designates Powell Clayton of Arkansas a temporary chairman to serve until a permanent choice is made. Bier Dover is reelected secretary and W. S. Stone sergeant at arms as a committee weighs reappointing a sub committee to go to Cincinnati to confer with Secretary Pate on selecting a permanent chairman to manage his campaign.

Cheage T Republican National Committee Powell Clayton Arkansas Unti Bier Dover Stone Cincinnati Pate

Graduates Honor Banquet Board at St Marys Alumni

At St Marys, graduates and alumni gather for a banquet tonight to honor the event yesterday. John C Sullivan is to preside with remarks, joined by Mayor Bryan Callaghan and several local figures. Faculty from St Marys and St Louis colleges will attend as guests of the alumni association.

St. Mary's John C. Sullivan Mary'n Heroe Auinog Bryan Callaghan Thaye Wa Iawyer Edward Graehner Leon Walk Tha Go. Tynan Stevesying St Lous Colleges

Taft Nomination Sparks Global Reaction Across Nations

Paris and Rome report mixed but favorable views of Taft for president. The French Petit Republique calls Taft a victory for imperialism while Rome notes Vatican approval, and Berlin mentions Roosevelt’s influence shaping opinion. Manila wires celebrate Taft’s nomination with pride and optimism for Philippines ties.

Bryan’s Reaction to Convention Vote Sparks Interest

Lincoln, June 19. William Bryan learned of the Republican National Convention action and showed keen interest in the vote results. He requested updates on other candidates, notably Senator La Follette, and said he would issue a statement on the convention platform later.

Lincoln Neb William Bryan Bryant Senator la Follette

Local Weather Forecast for San An a fonio and vicinity

Tonight and Saturday the forecast calls for mild temperatures with a low around 74 and a daytime high near 66. A weather office bulletin present notes indicate clear skies with light winds though the legible lines are partly garbled. The overall tone suggests typical regional conditions with no significant storms forecast.

San Ana Fonio Folli

Sherman's Long Career in New York's 27th District

James Schovlratt Sherman represents the twenty-seventh New York district in Congress. Born in Utica on October 24, 1866, he graduated from Hamilton College in 1878 and was admitted to the bar in 18—. He led the Utica Trost and Daposti company and the New Hartford Canning company, chaired the Republican National Congressional Committee in 1966, and has served in Congress for fourteen terms.

Sherman James Schovlratt Sherman New York Congress Tle Utica N. Y Hasiltomt College AHS Uten ‘Trost and Daposti Company New Hartford Can- Ning Corpiny Mavay Chalrimin Republican National Congressional Committee

Rock Falls Near Death for James Kearney in Rock Falls

James Kearney a bricklayer was crushed by a large rock weighing about 1000 pounds while removing brick front of the Hits building on East Houston Street in Rock Falls. The rock fell from above a doorway, pins him then a rope and a two by four plank helped to relieve the weight until he freed himself.

Jamer iKenney Tie Hitks East Houston the Woods National Bank Kearney

Improvement Club to Meet at Wilkinson's Store

The Prospect Improvement club will halt meeting at Wilkinson's store on West Commerce Street at 8 40 tomorrow night. A large number of property owners in the newly manned Improvement district will attend where bond election for a sewer system will be held next month.

Prospect HU Wilkinson's West Commerce Street

Postmaster Stevens Improving

Postmaster John J. Stevens, noted as steadily improving, remains under care. Doctors estimate several feverish days before he can be out, with recovery expected to take some time.

John J. Stevens

Nomination of Sherman at 1904 GOP Convention

Chicago June 4 The Republican National Convention nominated James Sherman of New York as vice president alongside Taft after a brief session. Delegates and leaders backed Sherman with strong support from New York, while others backed Fairbanks and Sheldon. Cannon delivered the nominating speech as Sherman’s victory became unanimous. Delegates began departing after the decision.

Chicago James Sherman New York Bsen Wm. H. Taft William Warner Missouri Grand Army of the Republic Taft J. C. Burrows Michigan Shermen Sherman Tony Gannpy Timothy L. Woodruff Cannon Congress Curtis Guild Masaachusetts Franklin Mareshy New Jersey Shernny Fairbanks Sheldon Nebraska

Selection of Sherman Nominated Dominates Convention

At Cheago June 19 the convention scene centers on Sherman as the vice presidential chatter gains momentum. Delegates from New York push the Sherman wave with Lodge delaying order while Woodruff asserts no ticket has failed with a New York vote. Cannon electrifies the hall with a fiery plea for Sherman, followed by renewed cheering as Lodge and others back the New York lead.

Cheago Gponker ATG North Carolina Myron ‘Uy Herrick Ohio Uriel James 8. Shergan New York Sloan Fassett Sherman Lodge Chahama Lodge Rabbi Sebantarber Chicago Deerine Timothy L. Woodrole Eberman Mr. Woodruff Cannon Canon Taz Hud Sherman Wilson Kentucky Sharman Davils Guild of Massachusetts Govermor Quild Unarles H. Osborn Michigan New Jersey Thomas McCarter Franklin T. Murphy Pennsylvania Olntead Pennaylyant Louisiana Sharman Stong Lonigiann

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