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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1909
Page
5
A courtroom confrontation centers on the admissibility of a physician's testimony. Lawyers clash over interpretation and relevance as the trial proceeds, with judges weighing medical opinions against established evidentiary rules.
Nashville observers report tense courtroom scenes as the Capper Sharp trial for the former Senator Carmack slaying resumes after ad journment. Defendants, appearing in good humor, confront cross examination while debates over Dr Glasgows testimony and state instructions reveal contested facts about the murder weapons and the autopsy.
The term opened with H. B. Baker on trial for burglary alleged to have occurred January 2 at the home of Theodore Meir. Baker, a well known man, is represented by C. C. Todd with District Attorney TC. Baker prosecuting for the state. Ten jurors have been chosen including Louis Herbst and J. A. Wolf among others.
Guaymas Sonora March 1 Captain Castilla de la Roncha commands rurales in the Mier district reporting four bandits killed and two captured after a desperate mountain clash with the bandits.
Special to The Light Fort Worth Texas March It was announced here today that dTtt Bar ramore of Abilene and Burke Winnett of Fort Worth mentioned as candidates to succeed the presidents of the Texas Cattle Raisers Association will throw their support to Al McKadden of Victoria for that office
Weatherford Tex March 1 The state ments of Pythian home for widows and orphans was opened here today It cost 250 000 Four orphans from Amarillo were the first...
City figures indicate February permits for dwellings and main structures reached $570,695, surpassing January’s $307,806. Building Inspector reports 286 permits in 25 days, totaling the second largest monthly value in city history, trailing only August’s $607,890. James Wahrenberger will file a full report soon detailing the month’s construction activity.
WA Clark, indicted on burglary and theft counts, secured another delay as his case appeared in the Thirty-seventh district court. An attorney from Hallettsville cited health danger to Clark, a doctor's certificate accompanied the filing. Judge Thwyer reset the case for March 15, hoping Clark can attend. Police had arrested him last fall for alleged entry of Emil Blum’s Houston street store and linked clothing items to another store.
A man who yesterday assaulted Mrs. Anna Baxter, a widow, with a razor and then wounded himself, died by suicide today after leaping from the third floor of Pittsburg Hospital. The incident occurred in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, where authorities investigate motive and connection to the victim.
Directors of the International Club will meet tomorrow night in the Commerce Street rooms for their third annual meeting. New officers and directors for the year will be chosen and business relating to the club will be transacted.
Advertising committee of the Sprig Carnival association meets this afternoon at 8 at the Business Men's club temporary headquarters. Plans for the thorough advertising of the avaux spring event will be laid out.
Washington March 1 The senate committee on judiciary voted to report a disagreement on the Culberson resolution calling for an investigation of the absorption of the Tennessee Coal and Iron company by United States Steel Corporation.
A Citizens Committee of 15 met in the city council chamber to review extents for Travia street. Property owners proposed no modifications to the original figures and urged the matter be passed to the city council. Participants included Terrell, Upson, Langer, Lipscomb, and other local residents.
Special to The Light from Austin on March 2 reports Henry S. Wagner of Temple announcing his candidacy for labor commissioner to oppose Joe S. Meyers who entered the race the previous Saturday. The contest centers on railway employees and unions, with both candidates described as popular and prominent in their circles. The appointment rests with Governor Campbell, who had not indicated a preferred candidate.
Mayor Callaghan will present the fiscal budget for 1808-09 for ratification at this afternoon’s city council meeting. The tax rate is expected to drop from 1.15 to about 1.05 or 1.07 per 100 valuation, with the school rate at 29 cents, following higher real estate assessments and current expenses.
The report notes temperatures in San Antonio with a low near 62 and a high around 78. It references hourly readings from early morning through noon and indicates a warm day ahead with mild overnight lows.
A proposed three member school commission with power to levy taxes and operate independently of city government is debated. Representative Adams voices opposition to women serving on the board, proposing a substitute with salaries and tax authority under a separate system. The measure aims for immediate effect if enacted, with expected committee action and possible House passage.
A Harriman party from New York lands in Sydney led by Mrs J U Harriman and members Miss Gavol Harriman and Mrs Jailus Wheatlerhnill. The group, including Goelet, aims to rally local backing during their visit.
The February report from the health department notes San Antonio is in excellent condition overall. Only a few premises were found substandard and required cleanup orders. Officials credit the cleanups and ongoing inspections for maintaining high sanitary standards.
Deputies under City Agr Stappenbeck have worked day and night on school tax receipts. They completed the pledges and will turn them to the bookbinder soon. With the new hex rate announced for city government, prep of tax receipts and an adlex is underway as 12 rates exist from improvement districts. The completed tax roll must reach the collector by April 4. Extra help seems unlikely to be used.
Austin March 1 The senate passed a measure restricting the employment of railroad trainmen to sixteen consecutive hours. The bill comes as a setback to the workers campaign and is seen as an obstacle they had not anticipated.
The Thirty-Seventh district court opened a new grand jury with members listed including IL Weller B Palfrey N Graham Gus Giesceke W Baker William Bassey Tako Muhiola WA Chapa W G Tobin Hugo Zmart He L Welty and BH Dean. The session sets murder and felony trials for March including Wat Tsvene, Ethel Wims and Charlie Jackson, Lonnie Hall, Henry Deron and Ed Vidal. Judge Dwyer appoints T Puffey foreman and adjourns until April 5 as a large number of cases, plus gambling raid felonies, are scheduled. The previous grand jury finished last Friday after more than a month of exhaustive work.
Mrs McKinney says reports are false regarding her abandoned child and alleged theft. She explains she left for Athens to attend her daughter’s bedside and denies Joby McKinney was ever in L. Elkins custody.
In Los Angeles on March 1 B J Lucky Baldwin died at his Arcadia ranch after several weeks illness. He was 71 years old.
Postal service will observe Sunday hours tomorrow with limited operations. The measure affects regular mail handling and window services, aligning with a regional holiday. Residents should check local facilities for specific service availability and any anticipated delays.
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