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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1911

Page

3

Express Trike Strike Involves Over Five Thousand Men

Drivers and helpers from Adams United States and Wells Fargo express firms in New York City and Jersey City walked out today while American and National Express crews reported for work. Leaders say upwards of five thousand workers are involved and the action began days ago with Adams men protesting alleged discrimination tied to last fall's general strike. Early today an Adams driver was pulled from his seat and severely injured.

Associated Press New York Adams United States Wells Fargo Express New York City Jersey City American National Express Adams Company

Llewellyn setters sold to judge for 575 dollars

E E Taylor of Taylor Texas disposed of two high pedigreed Llewellyn setters to Judge Cox of Terre Haute Indiana. The male Rodney Luckstone whose sire was Champion Prince Rodney and dam Llewellyn Girl won the all age Stake in the field trials of the Texas Breeders club in January.

Taylor Tex E. E. Taylor Llewellyn Cox Terre Haute Ind Rodney Luckstone Prince Rodney Llewellyn Girl Texas Breeders’ Club

Seguin Lodge Elects Delegates for County Convention

Seguin M W O A lodge members elected T H Donegan S M Lillard as delegates and W F Carpenter L K Mc Daniel as alternates for the county convention on April 1 in Seguin. A delegate will also be chosen to represent the county at the state convention in Waco on May 3.

Seguin Tex M. W. O. A. Lodge Seguin Lodge T. H. Donegan S. M. Lillard W. F. Carpenter L. K. McDaniel Waco

Instant Foot Relief Through Warm Baths and Calocide

A home remedy advises soaking feet in warm water with Calocide dissolved for immediate corn relief. The treatment aims to soften the corn for removal with a dull knife and may require several nights to complete. Calocide is available to the public through druggists, costing about twenty five cents per package.

Senator Clarke Backs Reciprocity With Canada

United States Senator James P. Clarke of Arkansas endorses reciprocity with Canada as beneficial for continental commerce but doubts the Democratic party will adopt the Republican plan in full. He identifies wood pulp as the central issue and predicts some form of reciprocity may pass in the current special session.

Associated Press Little Rock Ark United States James P. Clarke Canada United States Congress Clarke Toto Congress

Buckley enters Texas Industrial Congress prize contest

Taylor farmer J W Buckley announced his entry in the $2500 prize contest for the best ten acres of cotton and ten acres of corn raised this season. He has prepared the two tracts on his farm. Two Taylor Boys' Corn Club members also prepare to enter the $1000 prize for the best two acres each of cotton and corn.

Taylor Tex J. W. Buckley Texas Industrial Congress

Local Bank Statements From Flatonia March Reports

Flatonia Texas on March 17 reports bank activity with First National deposits at 145000 and loans at 170000, Latonia Bank deposits 58000 and loans 40800. The figures reflect the town's financial position as published for local banks.

Flatonia Tex First National Mlatonia Bank

Gulf Coast Citrus Men Form Permanent Group in Houston

Gulf coast citrus fruit men held a meeting in Houston last night and established a permanent organization with Col. Sam P. Dixon elected president.

Associated Press Houston, Tex Gulf Coast Citrus Fruit Men Sam P. Dixon

Penitentiary Dentist Arrives in Huntsville

Huntsville Texas March 17 Dr. Lewis of Ennis newly named as penitentiary dentist has arrived and begun his duties.

Associated Press Huntsville Tex Lewis of Ennis

Rev D E Hardin resigns as pastor at Giddings church

Giddings Texas March 17 Reverend D E Hardin resigns as pastor of the Methodist church and Reverend S Marshall succeeds him effective immediately in the local charge finalizing a church leadership shift.

Associated Press Giddings, Tex D. E. Hardin Methodist Church S. Marshall

Protesting Rail Rate Hike and Banking Talks in City Meeting

Real Estate Exchange directors urged protest against railroad plans to raise homeseekers rates, warning Texas and San Antonio would suffer. W. W. Collier discussed loans and discounts, comparing US and European banking systems and noting limits on bank credit for real estate paper. March 30 Terrell Bartlett to speak on civic needs and city beautification.

Real Estate Exchange Exchange Southwest The Texas San Antonio W. W. Collier State Bank & Trust Company R. H. Wester B. F. Nicholson Terrell Bartlett Collier United States Heinze Joseph T. Talbert National City Bank Civic Improvement League Bartlett

Life Sentence for Accused Woman in Nebraska Murder Case

Hartington Neb March 17 A verdict of murder in the first degree with imprisonment for life was returned today against Mrs Maggie Davis accused slayer of Ira Churchill It was alleged Churchill promised to marry Mrs Davis but on the eve of the wedding married another woman

Associated Press Hartington Neb Maggie Davis Ira Churchill Churchill

Luling to Vote on School Trustees and Extra Tax

President Cc E Lipscomb calls election for May 6 for school trustees. Voters also decide on a 25 cent per $100 tax for schools. Hog demonstration drawn crowds as farmers viewed fine hogs. Plans for two story brick buildings by Drs Watkins and Nichols on Harwood block shown. T Welso to publish plans for his two story brick building. Sam Balke of Lissie jailed on charge of criminal assault on stepdaughter aged 14 in East Bernard.

Luling Tex Cc. E. Lipscomb Moulton Drs. Watkins & Nichols Harwood Block T. Welso Associated Press Wharton Sam Balke Lissie East Bernard

Rain general across region saves crops

Reports from Corpus Christi and surrounding area indicate yesterday and today’s rain was widespread and ample, helping to save crops.

Associa Press Corpus Christi Tex

Casino association sets dates for LaGrange fair

LaGrange Texas reports the Casino association choosing May 18 19 and 20 for this year’s annual fair. The announcement names LaGrange as the host city and lists the event dates for community and visitors.

LaGrange, Tex The Casino Association

Mrs Gustave Mertscher Dies From Burns

Giddings Texas March 17 Mrs Gustave Mertscher died from the severe burns she received yesterday in a terrible incident.

Giddings Tex Gustave Mertscher

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