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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1908

Page

7

Walsh 10 JL Fur Fl Yeirs Walsh Court Denies New Trial

Chicago March 13 John RB Walsh former president of Chicago National Bank was denied a new trial in U S District Court by Judge Anderson. The defense sought arrest of judgment while the prosecution argued against. Walsh was sentenced to two years in the penitentiary.

Chicago John RB Walsh Chicago National Bak Tudge Anderson United States District Court Sawleby Ivy Forea Dobyns Tva

Boquet for Evans From Navy Head Warhiston

March 8 telegram from Secretary Metsill to Real Admiral Evans commends the naval officer corps for the Atlantic voyage plan and ship efficiency. A torpedo boat destroyer Perry arrived from Magdalen Bay under Lt. Larimer for repairs, with slow progress along the coast noted. Two Milwaukee and St. Louis ships are set to sail, while Mexican officials assume control of a village in Magdalen Bay.

Warhiston Metsill Evans Department Atlans Paclie Magdalens Bay San Francisco Cal Destoyar Perry Magdalen Bay Larimer Milwaukee St. Louis Mexico Marchiena Bay Clarge Wonie Perry Ackputeo Wiyclass

Morse Bankrupt Petition Filed in New York Court

A bankruptcy petition was filed in the United States district court today seeking relief for Charles W. Morse, a former banker and steamship promoter, seeking to be declared bankrupt. The move marks a major development in Morse's financial situation and orbits the ongoing legal and economic maneuvering surrounding his business empire.

New York Charles WW. Morse United States District Court

Club Booster Expands Field of Usefulness for Interest Increase

The booster plan aims to promote the organization’s interests through persistent effort and enlarged influence. It envisions greater membership, broader opportunities in San Antonio and southwest Texas, and the possible launch of an international magazine with Mr. Shepherd as manager.

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Cupid Works Overtime on Isthmus of Panama

New York dispatch reports Miss Varick Newall explaining the Panama Isthmus women alhs as organized for government service. She notes the strain of overwork on corps wives and describes hospital refusals for young recruits, while detailing housing, water, and supply conditions for married and bachelor quarters.

Cupid Panama New York Varick Newall Purtla Club Jos Shin Monary

Chamberlain Appointed Land and Tax Agent for Railroad

Geo W Chamberlain formerly agent of the San Antonio and Aransas Pass railroad has been named land and tax agent for the company a new office created March 1 by Acting General Manager J S Palen and approved by President Tarre with headquarters in the city. He will handle all land and tax matters relating to the railroad's property reporting to General Attorney A W Houston. G C Goodloc moves from assistant claim agent to offset duty while Chamberlain travels the Sap territory. successor to Goodloc not yet named.

Geo. W. Shamberlahs Ae- Sistinkalain San Antonio Chamberlain A. W. Houston Sip Auio Lees Tme Mim G. . Goodloc Elaim Sap Goodloc

Dream of Burglar Ail When Remarkable Affair Unfolds

Washington reports a treasury department clerk Hugh Hobly formerly of Louisville shot and killed his wife on Newton Street in the north western section at about 4 o clock this morning. He woke, drew a revolver from the pillow, and killed her instantly then returned to sleep, later recalling the event in a distressing dream.

Washington Hugh Hobly Treasury Department Louisville Internal Revenue Newton Street

French Spy Steals U S Code Cypher

A French espionage case involves a spy who allegedly stole a United States code cypher. The suspect fled toward Constantinople after a perplexing wave of alleged wrongdoing amid US state department and embassy concerns.

U.S

San Antonio Clerks to Get $1200 Salary Under 1910 Bill

The 1910 act will raise salaries for eligible San Antonio clerks to $1200 annually once the bill takes effect. Prior to July 1907 San Antonio was not a first class post office, delaying higher pay. Four clerks will qualify for the $1200, while other carriers await changes tied to post office classification and postmaster recommendations.

Congress San Antonio San Aritoriag Mim

Millionaires Wives Sponsor Mission to Nevada Indians

A society including Mrs Bayard Cutting and Mrs Vanderbilt plans missionary work among Indians in Nevada under Sybil Carter. Mrs Homénway arrived from New York to teach homemaking and Roman cut work to Walker Reservation women. She says native education has progressed well, especially among California Maquis.

BNO NIV March TA Homénway New York Tilt Ke Omakig Roman India Walker Reservation Wong Beau Lines California

Rumored World War Ship Route Seen From Manila

Washington reports limited confirmation of a rumor that warships from Hawiti Samoan territories and allied fleets may travel by way of the Atlantic through Panama to New York, with possible movements via San Francisco, amid talks involving Australia the Philippines and Admiral Evans.

Washington Hawiti Sietenine Sydd Australia Evans’ Hatuestigalent Rauiin San Francisco

Suit for damages follows bed bug poison explosion on pullman

Henry Taomess, an employee of Puilman company, sues for $2000 in a damage suit after a bottle of bed bug poison exploded on a pullman car. He claims exposure while applying poison to springs, resulting in injuries to mouth, throat, stomach, eyes, and permanent impairment. He alleges negligence for improper handling and seeks damages.

Fallsing

Farwer Shot and Fatally Wounded in Texas Incident

Special to Thoughts Houston reports farmer Will Tammage fatally shot at Hamp Head by John Wilson after a wrangle at Sunnyside. Earlier, Moore shot at Dave Wilson and his two sons. the conflict escalated, ending with Wilson opening fire this morning. Authorities describe the morning shooting as part of the ongoing dispute.

Houston Tex Hamp John Wilson Winchester Ific Sunnysile Willige Ganmoore Dave Wilson Wilson Ouerse

Dawes Declines Lead Offer At Knickerbocker Trust

Chicago March reports Dawes president of Cenk Trust Co declined the top post at Knickerbocker Trust Co of New York. Final offer was extended but refused giving Dawes no interest in reorganizing the bank. The news notes Dawes is a prominent local financier with ties to Chicago firms.

Chicago

Five Hundred Poisoned At English Lutheran Social

A large crowd at an English Lutheran church social fell ill after eating chicken and water fowl. Many victims were unable to leave, and store workers closed early as fear spread through the town. Authorities investigated the incident and sought explanations for the widespread poisoning.

Lioner Marah Wacirod English Lutheran Church

Liberty League Will Wage South Battle Over Prohibition

Chicago reports a new alliance backed by liquor interests aims to crush the anti-saloon league wave in the South. The secretive organization, claimed to be in every state since October, lists chapters in major cities with headquarters in Chicago and subsidiaries in New York Atlanta Louisville St Louis Denver Seattle San Francisco. It plans a mid year state convention to nominate candidates for state offices and legislate early to influence the presidential campaign.

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Road to riches ends abruptly in troubled city tale

Vernaldra Way pursues quick riches but faces police scrutiny after a chaotic incident involving a grinyel merchant and wholesale tools supplier Wardware company. The scene features tense exchanges, a crowded showroom, and an ensuing morning loss amid suspicions raised by Pat Osta.

Vernaldra Andres Moon Pat Osta Vernalday Esch Inne Bane Wardware Company Vernaidra

Local Weather Forecast for Sam Antonin and Victolive

Tonight and Saturday the forecast covers Sam Antonin and Victolive. 8 oclock this morning the temperature was 48 with a maximum 70. Wind at 8 oclock was four miles per hour. The weather office notes 62 at 7 am and 12 pm today as part of a routine report comparing to last year. The forecast calls for continued unsettled conditions countrywide with occasional clear periods and warming trend expected.

LaGan Sam Antonin Victolive Munger

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