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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1909

Page

11

Testimony in Haskell case dominates May hearing

Special Dispatch from Tulsa reports the government began hearings in the Mussagee town case involving Governor Haskell. Nine witnesses from Dane Fille to Norzolk Virginia testified and described alleged efforts to influence the case, while former officials and attorneys recalled key incidents and challenged earlier statements.

Tulsa Gila T Haskell Mussagee Dane Fille Norzolk Virginia Gan Baber Firadiah Huckleberrs Ian Sapoy

Journey case not decided in high court of appeal

Fragmentary notes show multiple cases before the supreme court including bail application discussions and motions. Several names and firms are listed with outcomes partially firmed, reversed, or remanded in the volatile morning session.

Surprising Verdict in Bains Case Shocks Court

May 12 report details a manslaughter in the first degree verdict after jurors debated a murder charge. Captain Hain reacted with a stiff stance as the jury read the decision. Juror comments and earlier ballots show a long, contested path to the compromise verdict. The defendant was escorted away to Queens County jail after the session. The article also notes confessions and expert testimony amid the legal drama and mentions a Woman’s Home Mission Society meeting at McKielty Avenue Church.

Associated Pres Winsiting Pan Bains Ueng Waing Capain Hain Voronsen Jrey Mavis Hiter Queens County William Craft Fony Hetota Bix Jnganiti Latilyeanetheras Lion Holies Ed Tecantina Chet Mis Claestyiis Adnix Aunis

Railway conductors in session at Boston Mass

Boston May 12 The Order of Railway Conductors of America opened its thirty fifth convention in Boston with thousands of delegates expected. Major topics include preparations for the grand division and the annual convention of the Ladies Auxiliary. Local officials and city venues are registering plans for future events and bids.

Boston Mass Order of Railway Condactors of America Mon Wille du Antonia

Funeral notices for Knapp Weber Athort and Porioi at city undertaker

Funeral services are slated for T Knapp and Bplacy VT Kapp at Rivbe's establishment with burial to follow. George Walter, George Weber, and Arthur Athort, all aged in the mid twenties to seventies, died recently in city hospitals. Florence Porioi, 18, died after a Home on Fullaga Avenue, survived by kin. services held this morning with burial arrangements in Texas and St. Louis connections noted.

T. Knapp Bplacy VT Kapp Ceiwatertuy Rivbe George Walter George Weber Ventixs Bart Texas Riche Nulentiking Arthur Athort Arthur Cthoff Mast Commerce Street San Antonio Atlons Towiten St. Louis Florence Borter Florence Porioi I O'Aloek Fullaga “Avenue Fer Linakquel Ot, Parton Gil Eam Ater Na

Thomas to Speak on Graft in Senate

Thomas prepares to address the Senate on graft and corruption. The outburst comes amid controversy over his alleged ties and prior legislative conduct. He aims to present a statement outlining his stance and response to accusations while deflecting calls for accountability.

Thomas Senate Tinesom Thamar

Gulberson Raps Mr Wick ersham In Senate

In Ashington on May 12 Senator Culberson commented on recent event decisions in the tobacco corporation antitrust probe. He cited four U S court judges voicing opinions on monopolistic practices and questioned the attorney general's strategy. The remarks touched on enforcement of the Sherman act and the anti trust law approach.

Associated Presa Ashington Senate Cdherson Tobacco deHent Jugticn United Studies United States Culbersim New York

Hotels and Personal Notices From City Visitors

WL Geer of Waco is in the city on business. Thomas Sawyer and wife of Galveston spend a few days here. J Fitzpatrick of St Louis is stopping at the St Anthony. M A Bernstein of Dallas is here on business. WN W Cottal of Maria visited yesterday. Joseph Regensburg of St Louis guests of Monger. P T Phillips of Greenville attends to business. John C Harris of Houston is a visiting business man. O Simpson of Dallas arrived for a short stay. Ray for a short stay. Benefii of Port Worth is registered at the Menger. Oakes of Galveston spent yesterday in the city. WS Bowley of Fort Worth at the Bexar hotel. Horace B Wilson of distant city en route. Joustneys Fister in town for a short play. Mr Vinononday in the city. AW Galbreath, cargo agent of Kaly, arrived here. O Merhayd of Houston spending a few days in the city. Midge Me Rackles attended the convention in Catunihus. Alderman Pinu! Ruch officiates at the port. Mayor Ahas and T Maal of La Angula in town a few days. The Ge for a few days. Mllaping at the A Awan Mes HW. Tiunaned Jerk Aaah tonight for Mort Wepth. Mrs. Thain Pecos at home in AlA West Russell 2 are inue.

Wl, Geer Waco Thomas Sawyer Galveston J. Fitzpatrick St. Louis St. Anthony M. A. Bernstein Dallas WN. W. Cottal Maria Joseph Regensburg P. T. Phillips Greenville John C. Harris Houston Bite O. Simpson Dally Tors Ray Cou Noyes Port Port Worth Tadus Bt. Anthony Mia PR O. Merhayd Wouston Ify Antinny Midge Inadt Catunihus Saat Vention Ak Conias Pinu Peice Ahas T. Maal Angola Datkas Thain Pecos Ala Weat Ruwsell

Sheriff Attaches Swate Car in Land Dispute

The sheriff attached a car and fled by parties at Harlingen after a premeditated dispute over land owned by Sela. The New York Central railroad official tied to the case, Garcia, was present. The amount due was 70, and the vehicle, a Alfa Romeo, remained held at the scene pending developments.

Cox New York Central Railroad Norn Shavift Garcia Harlingen Sela Wotyin

County Commissioners Refer Special School Tax Question

West Gardensdale ere County Commissioners Court heard a request from School District No. 4 for a special election on repealing the special school tax. The matter was referred to the county attorney for opinion. A petition to open Stuart Road was considered and a jury of view was named including Pirie, Stuart, Whittaker, Beck, and Couver, with other details noted.

Stuart Road Pirie Stuart Whittaker Betty Beck Couver

Keep Cool In The Glenwood Apartments In San Antonio

South ventilation in every room. Suites of 4 or 5 rooms with private hall and bath. Furnished or unfurnished. This is the coolest place in San Antonio. Better rent an apartment now, you won't be able to get one if you wait until summer is here. Take Hot Wells car or call at uptown office, 113 Avenue C. n. A, FOX, Proprietor.

Villa Rosa Glenwood Hot Wells Glenwood Apartments Ave. C San Antonio Uptown 113 Avenue C. N. A FOX

Dainty Toilet Article Advertised for Theatergoers

An advertisement from Fr. J. Hapk tag of Great Jones Street New York promotes a dainty beauty powder product. It claims easy removal, perfume, and skin brightening effects under theater lighting, pitched as an essential item for refined appearance and facial cleansing. Five cent stamps are requested for purchase.

Govraui Fr. J. Hapk Great Jones New York

Deportation Order for Twenty Three Chinese Individuals

A federal deportation action orders twenty three Chinese people detained for removal. The decree cites lax border controls and states deportation to be carried out from Texas with deputy marshal accompanying the group. Readouts mention Del Rio and El Paso as destinations.

Ubingse Texas Xerantine del Rio Elo Paso Fred San Antonio

Cotton market fluctuates amid weather and demand

New York cotton prices show mixed signals as supply prospects and weather influence bids. Traders note expectations that current price levels may not be temporary amid cautious buying and unsettled futures. Weather pressures and spot demand drive further activity across markets in New York and Kansas City.

Divorce suits filed in fifty seventh district court

Divorce suits listed in the fifty seventh district court include Felix Buentes vs Rosa BL Tuentasy and Dorie Mellaifey vs Dave Motattes. Criz Lundombrie vs Epigmine 1 and Zambrainy Ta Privdinan vs Eatmad Michman follow, with cases moving to the third to seventh divisions. Herier court Fo TL Tripp granted scopes from Mattie Trip.

Felix Buentes Rosa Dorie Mellaifey Dave Criz Lundombrie Zambrainy

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