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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1909
Page
7
A deadly tornado outbreak devastates Wise County Texas with fifteen known deaths and causes two girls to lose their lives in Oklahoma. Emergency crews battle the disaster’s aftermath as residents count the cost and seek shelter.
Crippled telephone and telegraph lines slow in reporting from Slidell Greenwood Bolgar and nearby towns after a fierce storm. At least 15 killed including A D Price and Samuel Wilson with two children of Glasgow Clark and a girl blown from her father's arms. Damage expected around a half million. In Wichita Falls two students die when the Howard school house is struck with a girl named Wallace seriously injured. Thirty three students present. only a few lives lost.
Louise Cooke Dipseed, one of the Friday night Polaris shooting victims, still in serious condition. She was moved from city hospital to Santa Rosa hospital at 5 p m yesterday. No significant change reported this afternoon.
Nacogdoches Texas reports a major blaze at the Howard lumber mill destroying the facility late last night. Loss pegged at 1200000 with partial insurance. Fire started in a fuel house hindering pump operation. Strong winds hindered firefighting. four men hurt, two seriously, others overcome by heat.
Denison report notes an elderly woman burned to death in a Gre today that destroyed her home. In Fort Worth a 39 year old man died after lighting a match in a dry box igniting his clothing and trapping him. A lumber company barn fire in Fort Worth killed four horses and two mules, with flames spreading to nearby sheds.
Ter. March 25. Boom for Poindexter as governor grows in Glebiune. Reports say Poindexter gains support as a strong candidate in northern Texas. Campaign chatter highlights his decisive views and rising popularity in the region.
Bartlesville Oklahoma reports a mother abducted her two daughters on Sunday morning. Local authorities say the woman, described as Millie Look, was staying with a business associate in town and left with the children after a domestic dispute. Police search underway as details remain unclear and family statements are being collected.
On Board Shin Hamburg at Sea a swell rolls the ship and several passengers suffer seasickness. Roosevelt and Kermit Roosevelt along with J Alden Thering are listed as seasick while others spend the afternoon in their staterooms as the ship remains at sea.
Grain market notes from Kansas City Missouri show bids for No 2 red and white corn and oats. Prices listed include No 2 yellow and Oats No 2 with various percentages and references to reports and market terms.
Fort Worth Tex March 2 Special J-Cattle receipts 1500 head Steers and cows steady to higher tops 6.00 calves 4.00 to 6.00 heifers and hogs higher with hogs around 6.80 per hundredweight readouts show cattle and calves as buyers show steady demand across classes in today market report from Fort Worth Livestock Exchange.
A grand scene opened with King Horse crowned Ms at the Lovan Show main ring. Amid a display of jewels and ribbons the horse led a marching line of riders, delivering a vivid pageant that impressed attendees and sparked cheers. The audience witnessed a flawless program, with the monarch's poise and neck arch praised as the highlight.
Austin March 25 Special A flood of petitions from yard signs and stake memos flooded the house this morning urging adjournment and to send bills to the governor. Legislators worry about public support as petitions reveal widespread doubt over lawmakers. Speaker Marshall says petitions are driven by special interests and the house refuses to record them in the journal.
Washington dispatch notes a wind disrupted proceedings as the House convened. The bill’s tariff debate reopened after Chairman Payne called the session, with Speaker Underwood of Alabama delivering a lengthy speech in opposition.
Delegations of business leaders from Livoux Oif, Burtington, Dutmghe, Davenport and other large towns arrived in Sheeby to press the constitutional prohibition amendment before the committee. An estimated 50,000 businessmen are in the city to influence the anti prohibition cause.
Society in Boxes reviews a equine aristocrats showcase with Edie ad fashion in the boxes. The piece praises the fine horses and their riders, noting elaborate outfits and high style as the animals pass in review with strong emphasis on beauty, formality, and pageantry. A continuation note appears indicating the article resumes on another page.
A fragmentary OCR copy mentions peace when unsure, referencing March and Budapest. The text is garbled and provides no coherent event, date, or sources to confirm a true news item or outcome.
Two highwaymen held up the occupants of a Pullman car in the Vivien and Ilo Grande railroad yards in West Denver early this morning, securing about $400. Police pursued leads but details remain scant as investigators work the scene.
A report links a paid stenographer, totaling 120, to Miss Tessin Kendig, suggesting the transaction influenced Speaker Kennedy's political downfall. The piece notes Austin's action on March 25 and frames the payment as the event that undid Kennedy.
Fragmentary weather note reports temperatures and conditions for the day. Details are unreadable or missing, with no clear location or time.
An emaciated man, about age unknown, wandered five miles southwest of the city seeking shelter. He could not name his origin and appeared to be in poor condition, aided by residents until transport to Catton Holt hospital for examination. A light reporter recorded the encounter this morning.
City council police committee chairman Alterminy Jaubert announces the jail opening ceremony next week with pomp. Attending officials include Movor and Cheeth mon. events to be led by Pier die iy amid traffic delays and readiness expectations.
In Brackenridge Park area a man named Belcher reports losing a $175 certified check after an approach by three men. One suspect, CG. J. McGauley, described as well dressed, is held for questioning by Justice Umschein's court on alleged confidence schemes connected to the incident. Police believe Belcher may have encountered a gang aiming to swindle him. the missing check has not yet been recovered.
A group of state senators traveled from Austin to San Antonio yesterday to attend a big feria celebration downtown. They arrived this morning and were greeted by local officials including C. B. Pealey and J. t dacas, with a brass band and escort to a hoted. The delegation includes seven legislators from Uvalde and nearby counties, invited by Uvalde citizens to mark the feria. A river procession and a sale of algae products were noted as part of the day’s events.
Attorney General Lightfoot arrives in Waco to announce a statewide insurance probe. Officials indicate the inquiry targets possible improper practices across fifty insurers but details on procedures remain undisclosed.
A jury returned a verdict for $15,000 against G. H. & S.A. in a case arising from a February locomotive boiler explosion. The accident, injuring an engineer aboard the railroad, caused the train to overturn and led to claims for damages.
A broad campaign named Advertising Campaign or Movement Catches on mobilizes funding to promote San Antonio. Organizers say additional money will accelerate publicity efforts, attract visitors, and elevate the city’s profile nationally.
Debates over advertising drive accelerate as five committees report brisk early fundraising, with nearly $600 raised in a short window. Willis Clendenin of Saint Louis to lead ad placing. clippings from southern and eastern papers circulated to gauge national reception. Mayors and business leaders back the effort as subscriptions from banks, corporations, and local firms flood in to push a $25,000 target for a citywide promotional campaign.
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