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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1898
Page
6
Laredo police report arrest papers from San Antonio for Antonio Rodrigues, a carpenter in the Mexican Nations machine shops. Diaz captured Rodrigues awaiting officer transport, amid confusion over a supposed San Antonio murder linked to the suspect.
Special wire from Aust Texas reports Secretary Maddern was served papers to appear in the western district federal court in April to answer an injunction sought by Arkansas Holding Wind Loan Association. The case stems from a dispute over franchise tax based on capital stock under a new law versus the old flat $34 payment and mandamus attempts in the Texas Supreme Court.
Special wire from Austin on March 3 reports multiple insurance firms granted licenses to operate in Texas for 183s with tax and fee details. Frank Life Association of Illinois paid 30.08 tax 22 fees and 3 agents certificates. Parragut Five Insurance of New York paid 2840 tax 22 fees and 1 for agents certificate. Lloyd Pile Glass Insurance of New York paid 21.uy tax 322 fees and 387 for agents certificates. Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Society of Springfield paid x 22 fees and xx for agents certificates.
New York dispatch reports Armatecon Wailforth Co says claims Spain bought and protected cruiser for Chile are unfounded. The Amazonas departed Tyne with a Brazilian crew for Brazil, and sister ship Barrosa is already there.
At New Orleans on March 6 a large crowd witnessed fine racing. The Crocker Woolworth Bank stake drew nearly 7,000 fans as the two miles produced excitement and a $200 prize for the winner. Sir Floriin, owned by Morris Bros, claimed the Jexington selling stake with L. Smith riding to a standout performance.
War department telegrams show readiness for a coast defense by the regular army and swift volunteer enlistment from Southern states. Officials say regular troops would guard the coast while Southern volunteers sail to Cuba to fight, with Confederate veterans urged to serve. Rumors place Consul General Hugh Lee in command of volunteers if war is declared.
Gen Clark orders all Alabama Guards captains to report exact company rosters, equipment, and readiness. Questions cover men, guns, ammunition, rifles, blankets, and uniform fit. Command says units ready to fight at a moment’s notice.
A special wire from Sunday Light New York reports that three Pennsylvania steel companies Carpenter Steel Bethlehem Midvale Steel Philadelphia and Firth Sterling Steel Pittsburg have verified an imminent start on a $1,000,000 order of steel projectiles for newly mounted coast defense guns.
Special wire reports that about 1000 African American militiamen in South Carolina offered their services to Governor Hildebrand. Col. Roberson of Charleston and Col. W. H. Robertson of the 1st Regiment National Guard request to mobilize 800 ready troops, with Adjutant General Watts confirming. Senator Tillman indicates war with Spain could follow a Maine disaster, heightening urgency of a colored troop deployment.
From Montrerey Mexico on March 5 observers warn that in a U S Mexico war the region would rapidly depopulate of American colonials. The nuclei of several American regiments have already begun mobilization and evacuation plans.
Enthusastic cavalry unit announces readiness to return to their home lands as Governor Tanner receives a telegraph, detailing Company L of the 4th Regiment marching twenty miles to Claremont and back, fully equipped under Captain Fratz Atunch, an ex-regular army officer.
Captain Stanhope and Rock Island Arsenal commandant Blunt left Davenport early for Washington with no word on mission or return. Opinion splits over links to the wage dispute or talks with the War Department on equipping forces for Spain. naval moves include Gallimore to Asia for powder and projectiles and a board to study merchant ships for military cruiser conversion.
On March 9 the Carpenter Steel Works will begin double shift work for government projectiles. The factory will operate with 250 workers instead of 225, increasing output as of next Monday.
A Mississippi railway mission and Gulf and Ship Island Railroad advocates push for a deep water channel from the mainland to Ship Island harbor. They plan a new survey route from Gulf Port to Ship Island and from Bay St. Louis to Ship Island to determine the best dredging path, with renewed hopes after prior unfavorable reports. The Rivers and Harbors Committee heard the delegation but no action was taken.
Georgetown Texas reports a local option election result with a 300 vote majority for the pro position statewide and an anticipated 400 vote margin in precinct tallies. The outcome reflects strong support for the measure in Georgetown.
Georgetown Texas March 6 the music department of Southwestern University gave a concert in the college chapel to a large appreciative audience. Mr and Mrs I J Brown of Temple guests of Mr Brown's parents Capt and Mrs J eH Brown Miss Mamie Fischer entertained many friends at a dance Tuesday evening delicate refreshments served Dr and Mrs Black entertained Kappa Alpha society Thursday evening with a splendid banquet Capt D H Snyder at home train after months in Mexico Judge R E Brooks in Delton holding court this week Mrs A L Sharper returned from Temple where she was guest of her sister Mrs Charles Campbell Mrs J D Stell and children called to Leon county due to the sudden death of her husband.
Washington March 3 The committee on Tales of De fense debated a possible special order for the formation of two additional artillery regiments. Current totals show 4318 artillery, 6611 cavalry, and an infantry force. Acknowledging manpower limits, experts warn that mounting more guns requires more crews, with estimates for fort defenses around 24,000 artillerymen nationwide and 893 guns planned by July. The change would raise men per gun from about ten to roughly nineteen, increasing duties and fatigue among crews.
The Supreme court held the Atlanta recorder cannot issue licenses for selling whisky or intoxicants without a state license. Retail licenses are a state offense and local authorities cannot compel saloonkeepers to obtain one, risking loss of about $80,000 annually to the city. Whisky dealers may refuse city licenses and face state court fines instead.
Special wire from Washington reports Private Karry Simpson of Company G 4th Infantry now at Fort Sheridan requested a transfer to the 5th Cavalry at Port Sam Houston Texas. The note lists his unit changes and current posting.
Special wire from New Orleans reports Secretary Hester's notice on world visible cotton supply. Total 4,901,901 bales, down 35,312 from last week and 422,008 from 1895. American stock 4,071,901, rest including Egypt Brazil and India 260,000. Yearly totals compare to 1895 crop year ending 9,961,009 bales.
Auglin county today redeemed 3200 dollars in bridge boats held by the permanent serial fund. New Pine Company of Austin reported the Texas Yellow Pine Lumber Company charter for Houston was filed with the secretary of state, capital stock 100009 dollars.
A lively event at the Reuter building hosted by Travelers Protective association and the ly Miter with violin solo by Prof. Jose An dovegal and a recitation by Mr HB Marstrank of Dallas. Freshments, compliments to hostess Miss Bertha Johnsen, and a lively Jingmong club dance followed in a night of festivities.
Brewers Union No. 12 hosted a dance in Mission Garden last night attended by about sixty couples. Fritz Delainger, the spa manager, acquitted himself creditably and helped ensure the evening's success. A late supper was served at 2 o'clock.
The musical comedy Wang opened at the Grand Opera House with strong costume and capable leads. Kingely as Wang performed well despite a cold, Zaili Howe praised for the star roles, and the chorus received applause as the engagement ends.
County commissioners awarded contracts for re publication of delinquent tax lists. The Eyprias and the Stoaats Zeitung joint bid won publication rights. The 1887 delinquent tax list was awarded to the Light alone.
Barbara Walter petitions for divorce from George I. Walter in the Warty Fifth District Court alleging neglect and failure to provide. The couple married in Bexar County on December 41 1884 with Maint alleging serious domestic strife and threat to livelihood.
Friends and city officials gathered at 112 River Avenue to pay final respects to Mrs Page widow of Capt W J Page. Rev Harris of First Baptist led and memories of her devout Christian character drew tears as floral tributes honored the departed. Pallbearers included Mayor Callaghan and City Marshal Shurcien. Remains laid to rest at the Masonic Cemetery.
Uvalde Tex March 5 Last night A Canquet was given at the residence of Mrs Gus Mueller A large number of young people were present A good rain fell here Wednesday morning Jim Spoll smooth of Montell killed a large black bear in week while out hunting A Deagant party awax given at C Howing worthy's Monday night of this week
County commissioners finalized bids on 293080 rebuilding courthouse and rail related bonds. Bidders included Dietz Denison Prior for 240000 G H S A railway subsidy bonds and Rudolph Kieghbolte Co for 65000 bonds. Offers featured premiums and settlements with attorney general approval pending final delivery. Commissioner Bell praised the sale as well warranted.
Mrs J P Prewitt aged 60 died last night at 8 10 at 304 Maverick Grove. Sloan Shelley will ship the remains to Fairview Worcester county for burial tomorrow. A resident of Oscensedt for two years she leaves a husband and several children.
The last will of Jozeph Kollatachay, who died in January, was filed in probate court yesterday. The estate includes insurance policies or dues on certificates from the Deutscher Kriegerbund von Nordamerika. Jacob Weber named executor and administrator for the deceased's children Adolph and Agnes Kollatschny in Germany. Witnesses listed are Jax Letzel and Karl Righter dated October 12, 1897.
A fire at Moelock last night gutted a barge and wagon house near the Fale grounds. The blaze ran beyond control before firemen arrived, with $400 loss to owner Ringelstein. Fire chiefs will investigate as arson suspected. department returned at 12 46.
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