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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1909
Page
7
G A Davies moves to quash during the defense, ridiculing the governor's policy in a courtroom showdown over gambling charges. The article portrays Davies asserting rights and challenging state policy while the Campbell defense claims procedural flaws.
In the thirty seventh district court Gov Campbell was criticized as C A Davies challenged the quashing of gambling indictments against Flaten Sanchez and others. The defense argued the motion to quash sought to criminalize actions long viewed as innocent and urged justice for all citizens regardless of status.
In open court at gan o'clock the five gambling indictments were called. Defendants Plato Sanelver Augusto Morena Mevanides Bena JI Saenz and Gonzo Garza face separate trials. Judge overruled defense motions as Moreno trial opens with prosecutor testimony to follow. Garza died since indictment and was removed.
Denison authorities probe a shooting at a home in Denison Texas where Mrs T Ve Madox was reportedly grazed by a bullet from an unknown assailant. Police say they are pursuing leads and expect an arrest.
Washington February letter reports President Hoover inviting Dr. Charles Eliot of Harvard University to serve as ambassador to Great Britain. Eliot reportedly was tendered the post with titles to be assigned within six months and may accept under these terms.
Reports from Oklahoma and Henrietta indicate positive word of Cy Snake's capture reaching authorities by March 24. Deputies on horseback and Col Hoffman's militia pressed dawn patrols near Stidham and Ghesotah amid fears of a Creek raid. Officials aim to move the leader to Muskogee prison quietly to curb unrest.
In Amarillo's Potter County local option vote, a Bexar County court ruling by Associate Justice J. H. Neill found fraud in the election. The 1917 ballot contest overturned a marginal dry victory of seven votes after illegal ballots were excluded, remanding for retrial. Other opinions in the decision list reversals and affirmations in related cases.
Partial returns from Nehd last Saturday in precinct No.4 show 332 votes cast on the stock law repeal with 16 against at Bulverde Selma and Coker reporting. Final tally indicated repeal lost by four votes as remaining precincts came in.
Major A Harris head of the Texas division based in Dallas arrived today to lead an open air Salvation Army gathering this evening on Alamocplam. Major dards will host another meeting tonight at the Salvation Army barracks located at 112 North Flores Street.
Beginning next Saturday local wholesale houses will close at 1 P M on Saturdays during April May June and July. After that they will close at 4 30 P M on Saturdays for the rest of the year. Firms listed include A L Prank Company AY, Tuff Bros M Bernstein Co Oppenheimer National Amaco Shoe and Hardware and the San Antonio Brig Company.
The court is trying Recahinte officials and has decided to apply to the United States for extradition of Nicholas Iscalante, believed to be Niches da Pexas, likely in San Antonio. Police and sheriff say no knowledge and have not been asked to investigate.
Washington March 21 Representative Brantley of Georgia argued the cotton schedule serves New England manufacturers while Rotherman of Pennsylvania challenged the proposal in a brief but forceful exchange. The exchange touched on pulp and paper interests and broader economic impact.
Mapila Margle Word reports the murder of Dr Tones, a noted anthropologist from Meld Museum, Chicago. He was in Dumobato near the headwaters of the Cagyan river in Tibella province. no details of the attack have been obtained.
Col Speers from Tucson arrives with Mrs Shivers and Helma at the Cabitajay Camp, staying through the Swing Carnival, as described in a folded report from the region.
San Antonio area forecast shows unsettled weather with rain tonight and Thursday. Temperatures fall tonight with a low around 40s, then warming with a top near 80 in the afternoon.
Dallas and Austin dispatches report Horace Chilton, former United States senator from Dallas, being considered by Governor Campbell for the railroad commissioner post. Chilton held conservative federal policies and is said to be reticent on acceptance. Awaiting governor’s decision with speculation Chilton may be named. Mar 31 reports place the appointment in view.
In Atlanta, Sully formerly dubbed the cotton king promotes a conservative revolution in cotton handling and pricing. He plans to replace the middleman with a system that directly links growers and investors, predicting a shift of New England mills southward within 20 years.
In The Hague, March 3, the Staats General approved a regular election in the event of Queen Wilhelmina's confinement. Debate centered on the queen mother and the prince consort, with objections to abdication fears and a push for a clause linking regency to acceptance of a foreign throne. The birth of Queen Wilhelmina's child is anticipated within a fortnight.
The heaviest snow of the winter falls across Amariillo area with reports from Quanah Wichita Falls and Childress. Snow depths reach up to ten inches in places while forecasts note cooling temps across North Texas. Livestock reported unharmed and rail traffic remains active as farmers anticipate a strong crop season.
Mrs Jilin Koenigsberg a longtime San Antonio resident died at her daughter's home after a stormy illness. Survived by daughters Sol Dalkowice and Alea Tews, and multiple Koenigsberg relatives in San Antonio and elsewhere. Funeral arrangements set for the next morning with pallbearers listed among local names.
The city hall shows a monthly payroll walk through led by City Auditor Beze with a focus on March vouchers and salary distributions. Only municipal staff receive pay during the event, while virins departments rest next week as the finance committee approves payrolls before warrants are issued from the salary fund.
Amarilla Texas March 81 heavy snow storm stops public demonstration in honor of William Jennings Bryan. Many visitors arrived in the city but were unable to proceed due to the weather and a large crowd.
A daughter of the late Herr Krugo plans to sue for divorce from Herr and Mme. Undbach in Chicago. Reports say the couple had lived apart since the death of their infant son about two months ago. Mme. Bonn Undbach is identified as a daughter of Herr Kanpp.
Italians in Messina show keen interest as rumors circulate about ex president Roosevelt possibly visiting the American quarter. Observers note the district comprises wooden houses shipped from the United States.
Building operations in March 1909 show a 3137.45 increase over the previous year with 503 permits issued in the last 21 days, valuing $279,635. The city building inspector anticipates a full ward breakdown and notes March highest activity in dwellings, while February set a prior record at $1,069,695. A notable permit for a 1 story building on East Crockett and a $20,000 project on Howard Street were among the largest items.
Chicago May 31 prediction from Charles R Jones chairman of the prohibition national committee states four states Michigan Indiana and Ohio will abandon liquor in the coming election. He foresees adoption of prohibition in Florida and Arkansas by year end and says the committee will provide top debaters for public discussions in principal cities.
Reports from Union Pacific headquarters say a near bound passenger derailed by a landslip and caught fire near Utah in early July. Fireman Liwhan of Evanston is reported killed. no others injured.
R. O. McCormack named eight years commercial agent for Frisco-Rock Island lines to become secretary and traffic manager of the Port Worth freight harbor tomorrow. His successor has not yet been named but H. C. Franks, his assistant, is believed to be the choice. Franks' friends express hope he will land the post.
Maltas Tex March special reports that painters have organized a strike set to start tomorrow. They seek a 50 cent daily raise on current $3.50 scale. The strike involves around four hundred workers and stems from wage grievances.
A tremor was felt in Lisbon and surrounding areas causing some anxiety but little physical damage. Observers noted distant shocks and occasional aftershocks in nearby provinces, with officials reporting no major injuries or structural harm at this time.
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