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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1909

Page

6

Arrest Man Suspected of Murder and Fraud in Seguin and Hondo

Deputy constables nab a man believed to pose as a Mexican doctor, wanted on three murder charges, two theft charges, and one practicing medicine without license. He was captured after alarms in Seguin and Hondo, with two patients dying in suspicious circumstances. Authorities compared him to a Romero lookalike and recovered items stolen from pawnshops.

Peach Hondo Seguin Jesus Hamero Mores Rithaan John Tramer Phil Messlin Guadalupe County Galbraith Hon Me City Romero Ster Honedo Honda Ramera Medlin Fice Assi Klin Fo Iman Santa Rosa Avenue Louis Rittimar

Veteran Newsman Dies at Desk in New York

Joseph Swan a veteran Associated Press reporter for nearly six decades collapsed and died at his desk in the Battery district office late last night His long newspaper career spanned close to 60 years with the AP and he remained active until the end in the New York newsroom.

New York Puide Joseph Swan Associated Press Thar Sivan

Senator Wile Aids Taft On Firing Aid Appointments

The president told Bailey that his wishes will be consulted as far as possible on appointments. Wile aids Taft in shaping the administration lineup, signaling coordinated political support and influence over future federal choices.

Bailey

Taft to consult senators on southern federal appointments

Washington march 25 indicating to day that President Taft will seek the wishes of southern senators in federal appointments to be filled. Senator Bailey and colleagues will have a voice in selections in the south while Cecil Lyon will no longer be the sole influence for Texas. The policy mirrors Roosevelt era practices and aims to balance patronage among state lawmakers.

Washington White House Taft South Bailey Toosevelt Texas Cecil Lyon Lyon

Refused Check Leads to Youth Taken by Detectives

Authorities report E. C. Durfee, name given by four youths, was taken into custody at 3 PM yesterday at 213 Arceniega street after attempting to cash a $25 Krank Brothers dry goods store check. The bank returned it marked no funds. A formal county court complaint was filed this forenoon. Dorfee, in the city about 10 days, is said to be from Austin, Texas, where his family is described as prominent in education.

E. C. Durfee Newnam and Stowe Arceniega Street Krank Brothers Dry Goods Dorfee Austin Texas

Cattle Rate Reduction Sought To Save Million

Austin Texas March 82 T W Tomlin of the American Live Stock association testified before Master in Chancery James A Shaddon in the Interstate Commerce Commission case against Texas railroads A proposed reduction of six cents per hundredweight on cattle aimed at saving about one million dollars in annual costs The hearing continued this week in the district court.

Austin Tex T. W. Tomlin American Live Stock Association Jas. A. Shaddon St. Low Interstate Commierce — Commission Texgg

Police recover three bicycles and detain suspect

Police found three wheels and three frames of different bicycles at a residence and hold the plunder at headquarters. A young man on the premises is being detained for further inquiry while the thief remains at large.

Market snapshot sparse pricing notes across major ports

Leading spot markets show varied activity with references to New York New Orleans Galveston and Houston. Bales figures around 10 010 and 4K noted with percentages and sales terms. fragmentary data hints at steady status in several hubs and a general pulse of Sag sales and shipping activity.

Yeater Giterpool New York New Orleans Galveston Houston Stony

Grain Market and Fort Worth Live Stock Summary

Kansas City wheat prices for May show bids around 10.27 to 10.82 with No. 2 contracts at 116 to 117. Fort Worth market reports cattle receipts near 2000, hogs rising, steer top around 8.20, calves strong to 6.00, hogs higher with top near 6.80.

Kansas City Fort Worth Port Worth

Roosevelt Sets Sail For Africa In Historic Voyage

Theodor Roosevelt undertakes a voyage from Hoboken to Hamburg with a six member party including a physician and two naturalists. He plans a trek through Africa to study the earth’s largest and fiercest living species, amid public cheers and a formal bronze tablet presented by Italians. Police restore order as the Hamburg departs, and diplomats observe the voyage with roving crowds and band music.

New York Thea Roosevelt United States Forgan Africa Roosevelt Hoboken Onder Hamburg Rooseled Ns Ag Roosevelt Ws Tulians Dore Italy Sicily

Will Clark Faces Burglary Indictment Trial Today

In district court, Will Clark, about 80, charged with breaking into stores and stealing from Frink Frog and other firms last fall. Attorneys sought a continuance citing six defense witnesses. motion denied. Clark, well dressed, appeared as proceedings continued amid ill health certificates and prior delays. An ongoing indictment remains against him.

Will Clark Drial Ulity Seventh District Court Clark and Iyvin Frink Frog Fond Victoria Hallettsvile Tere

South Heights Club Plans Fire Protection Talk Tonight

The South Heights Club meets at Troats Hall at 8 o clock tonight to elect officers and discuss ways to secure fire protection for the area. Local residents will participate in shaping the community safety plan and future action.

South Heights Club Ciyl South Heights Troats Hall O'Clack

San Antonio Delegates to Texas Education Conference 1910

About 100 delegates from San Antonio are expected to attend the Texas education conference in Austin this week. The gathering will include teachers and others, with Theodor Harris of the city on the executive committee predicting a successful meeting. The convention runs Thursday to Saturday, March 26 to 27.

San Antonio Cron Ihigenty Austin Texas Say Antonio Theodorg Harris

Thomas' Manager States Election Legal In Astin

The campaign manager Rh Allen said this morning that the second senatorial district election called by the Governor for April 3 is legal. He cited actual notice and actions, stating the selection will be communicated to voters via press and public speeches and that county judges have posted and complied with criminal orders.

Sulphur Springs Maregh Specia Astin Thoms Allen Win Selict

Flower Parade Prep Drives City Enthusiasm and Plans

The Flower Parade committee meetings opened at Mu Bushes Men's club with 34 entries and 12 women volunteering to decorate carriages. Plans include duchesses from provinces and a queen of the carnival, with committees chosen for carriage decoration, wagons, and tally hoes.

Miss Fault Looney Colorado Wilk de Kor Dady University Mi Iner Greer Countess of York Ait McGarty Basta

Despondent Mason Takes Life In New Orleans Lodge

In New Orleans on March 33 a despondent John Magendie 68 a veteran Mason killed himself in Masonic lodge rooms after years of secrecy. He is father of Punt Magendie and H M Magendie of San Antonio. The body was found shortly after a nightfall shooting. Funeral services will be held tomorrow for H M Magendie.

New Orlean Bertth John Magendie Masonic Lodge Mindy Fudge Punt Magendie H. M. Magendie San Antonio Uris Momily HH. M. Magendie Magendie H. M. Magoldin New Orleans

Indict Adams gaming charge filed in March report

Tex March 24 Thad Aikins a representative was arrested to lay on a grand jury indictment charging permitting famine in his rooms. The report mentions representative and others in connection with the case and names a city and individuals involved.

Tex

Beacon Hill Seeks Sewerage System Plan

A petition from Beacon Hill residents seeks formation of a sewer district to govern a new sewer network. The proposal outlines streets and avenues to be included and notes the need to fix a special tax rate per $100 valuation before proceeding, with a report expected after committee review.

Horse Show Dress Rehearsal Tonight at Fair Grounds

The Mounted will stage a dress rehearsal tonight at the fair grounds for the upcoming show. Attendance is expected from nearly all entrants in the various events, though spectators will not be admitted. Judges and officials will be on hand to conduct a full setup and practice, aiming to give horses and handlers the feel of the real competition. The announcement surprised locals in San Antonio due to plans for special features tied to the event.

Tau Fair Grounds

Bond Election Plans Set Amid Trustee Absences

Four recently elected members were absent as the school board elected officers and scheduled two elections. Edward W. Tynan was named president, Schramm vice president, Lipscomb secretary. An April 27 tax levy of 86 cents per $100 was proposed to fund interest and sinking, with 3 cents for sinking fund. The board approved an April 1 tender vote and noted the tax question is a mere ratification under the new charter.

Absen Capt. Schramm B. W. Tynan W. W. Lipscomb Trudess Iain Edgar Schramm Jetohat Edward W. Tyna Util Anvil Edward W Tynan Capt. Schram W. W. Lipscouy Phen Wand J.swpaney Wendal Gus Maner Mission Garden Win. Chissin Martim Amphi Abithe Bertrand Dé Armold Tormeys

High Court backs up Sunday law in Texas ruling

Dallas March 22 special. The last session of the court of appeals before its move to Dallas was to uphold the constitutionality of the Sunday law. In the case involving B P Ni former manager of the Lenter, Muckiniss was convicted by the county court of violating the Sunday law and appealed on constitutionality. The penalty of 2240 was sustained.

Dallas Tex Ceu Evimiotl Ruslin Wis B. P. Ni Muckiniss

Kennedy Resignation to Be Printed by Howe Journal

A report states Kennedy’s final resignation will appear in the Howe Journal as a record of Revdy’s withdrawal of his favor vote. The piece notes that Caverus influence surrounded Kennedy’s desertion and that others resented Delong’s administration.

Kennedy Howe Journal Revdy Delong

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