Rise of the political machine in San Antonio's history
The narrative outlines how a political machine formed around Cal daphen and Callaghan reshaped San Antonio and Bexar County politics. It describes the machine’s growth from a local corps to a dominant force, leveraging Mexican and other votes, with Callaghan serving four terms after being groomed as mayoral candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Cellagras
San Antonio
Callaghan, Wu
Oacary Inlander Tretta
Paria
Fsnd
University of Virginia
Dente
Isu
San Antonso
Ryan Callaghan
Machine
Political merger era described in local governance tale
A fragment sketches a union between city and county amid a shifting political scene around 1600, naming figures like mayor and county officials. It references a powerful coalition and factions such as the Hig Alx and Hig Beren, with notes on leadership style, rivals, and bureaucratic roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hailih Ap Dia
bin Electios
Ety
Politier
Ceichines
Joe Dwyrt
Doe Caasinnn
Trager
Lewis
Big Siz
Psill Lise Inc
Exciting Elections In The Old Days Compared To Today
The piece recalls bygone campaigns with heavy employment on city payrolls and heavy partisanship. Voters faced scrutiny, with era-defining tales of voters urged to be registered and crowds mobilized. It notes transportation methods and political privilege shaping city leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elecona
Split Over Sheriff Whe Sixt Held Together For Nearly
Fragmented OCR text recounts a county political struggle involving Whe Sixt, Wilkens, Campbell, and others. It notes defeats, shifting alliances, and a voter shift in a late 19th or early 20th century county race, with references to mayoral influence and leadership questions amid a fractured coalition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seara
TESA
Eben Tolin Wilkens
Campbell Hota
Cal- Saeko Aid
Arcive
Aes Enn
Emith
Cjjrien Wilkens
Weveray
Smith
Pas Frame
Therven
Calla
Mayer
Pities
Lesdom
Lohan
Cattashane
City County Machine Dominates Early Texas Politics
The piece traces the rise of the Bexar county political machine through figures like Lambert, Callaghan, Wright, and Black, detailing factional clashes, elections, and defections. It covers how the city and county machines solidified control, the Ku Klux Klan's alleged entry into politics, and leadership shifts up to Lambert’s era before a death altered the balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Black
Meyer
Ram Bell
Lambert
Bell
Wright
Tobin
Chce
Fred Friez
Pritmary
Beli
Andres Goy Ani
Louis Beuerimmon
Ing
Treet
Resjeousels
Dlack
John P. Pfeiffer
William J. Rieten
Mathice
Ku Klux Kjoc
Exerieil
Tomboetghd Wright
Primacc
Thrin
Collreguen
Atreight
Day
Hroermann
FAMOUS CITY-COUNTY POLITICAL MACHINE
Garelick withstood the onslaught but courthouselike forces seized control of the county machine. The league pledged to strike a blow on the city as threats hardened into action when officials reshaped the field. Four commissioners, three aligned with the band, and Jaroh Rubdlota drafted Leach to fill Lambert’s vacancy after Lambert’s death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garelick
Ana Chambere
Commissionera
Feos
Tnbin
Jaroh Rubdlota
Leach
Lambert
Jests on Cooking Cause of Death by Own Action
A 24-year-old wife of a Motion Picture executive killed herself after joking about cooking. In front of Mrs James H and Mr Finker she prepared dinner, sat at the table, and shot herself in the head, ending her life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Molly Woot
Neriauny
James H
Finker
Motion Tutare Producers
League Claims City Election Bought and Stolen
Citizens league officials voiced harsh attacks after the city election gave the Administration ticket victory. Leaders said the contest was corrupt and vowed to continue their fight, naming defeated candidates and accusing the process of being rigged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Awl Stator
Citizens’ League
Pelle
Guy S. McFarland
C. A. Chambers
Michael
B. Weakley
The
Who
Cantor
Fire and Police Commissiantr
Frank Norris
A. G. Roemer
Woodhull
Anton I. Heinen
Cotowiisioner
Paul B. Stettler
Sttevt
Baylor president Dr Samuel Pf Mroves near coma
In Verser May 13 Dr Samuel Pf Mroves, veteran Baylor University president, slipped into a semi conscious state this morning and weakened gradually. Medical staff report he may lapse further within 24 hours.
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Waco
Samuel Pf. Mroves
Baylor University
Wariner
Syraoke
Schol
Taylor
Citizens League Women Smile in Face of Defeat
Citizens League Women smile despite defeat at headquarters on Travix Street. Reporters note cheerful faces amid gloomy remarks as supporters vow to celebrate later. Several women express confidence their candidates will overcome the setback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens League
Citizens” League
Vaight
Travix Street
Lefeat
League
Court Upholds Two in Election Suit
In Nevada on May 1, federal judge Jude T.C. Mungerges and former Republican senator Victor Seymour challenged the constitutionality of a senate campaign rule tied to the state primary. The court rejected their case and upheld the challenged provision.
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TANC
Oln
Nev
Jude T.C. Mungergesmer Saat Xrocer
Victor Seymour
Jener
Authority of the
Senate
Tunda Rammitico
Trae Nebraske
Weather and rainfall summary with a fire warning
The report notes rainfall totals for the past 24 hours with Wyomistle computed figures and a monthly total of 2.99 inches. A weather bulletin from the Flying Combinations section mentions a thunderstorm threat with moderate winds and a fire risk advisory.
Picture Ready for Clara on Recovery
Hollywood May 13 Clara How recovers from a nervous affliction that had confined her for years. A blindfolded stunt will be readied to show at the studio, and her hair is growing back. She hopes to be fully recovered for the coming months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara
Hollywood
Dickson 70 Renew Fight Leads Local Fray
Charles Dickson, league leader, issued a harsh statement alleging the citizens' league spread falsehoods that bought and paid for traders influenced the election. He claims the ring spent large sums of taxpayers money to sway votes and control the public school system, despite opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Dickson
League
Feader
Almbar
Ring
Che Ring
Nncome
Ioamie
Wagie
Hatte
Polar Submarine Na Luz Dives Ahead Of Arctic Trip
New London Conn May 13 The polar submarine Na Luz descended for deep tests in the Thames river as the first step in a series to prove the vessel’s readiness for the planned expedition beneath the ice cap of the North Sea. A naval tender stood by while Lieut Commander Sloan Danenhower prepared to command the Nautilus on Sir Hobert Wilkins northern voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New London
Conn
Thames River
Sloan Danenhower
Hobert Wilkins
City Officials Celebrate Election Victory Amid Cheers
Mayor Chambers wins reelection by a wide margin with over 300 telegrams of congratulations. Commissioners Brelfler Writ and Rabinthwatt thank supporters and vow continued efficient governance in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BL Chambers
Martin Io Suerday
Weliceday Gece
Fhouaands
Chambers
Paul 2. Brelfler
Smial
Duckie
Banjowwin
Phil Writ
Amaycer
Carman Werdnonvay
Anil Paytion
Toner Frank Bustick
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Cates
Hale
Gentury
Callaghan
Callegt
Solomon
Besar
Callarhan
Fathers OF
San Antonis
Counly
Ine Dwyer
Bexar Couty
Tunnhect
Tenders
John ‘Tahlu
Wberitt
Bejgome
Cconty
Politien
Cuttighan
Ratter
Gus Tones
Allert Steves Sr
Clinton Drawn
Sam C. Bell
Sincora
Lembert
Phil Weighe
Tom Newton
Deceola Archer
Geckt KH
Burke
Neil Campbelt
Coy
Heuermann
Neek
Iane
Hlackway
Teeleetann
Joban Tobbi
Rberitt
Wan Ke Lode
Cayl Ste Mor
Frank Thiabick
Flack Faetion
Wrightsles
Mo Ulaambern
TA. McAekill
Thindinf
Lambert Ricked
Chambera
Newton
Tirke
Campbell Roucht
Cevers
Wea
Ibet Campbell
Torres EB. Nohertaon
Duutire
Prare
Ray Lambert
City Machine
John W. Tobin
Joe E. Dwyer
Thad Stith
John Campbell
Wan Hide
Joe Cassiano
Big Six
Turing
Dees
Manor Parks Street
Pulicw
Ain
Wen Ei von
Brooks
T.a
Wilymouth
SUL Mucertegn
Texas
Oblahomae
Snild
Ardensetyes
Chaeteston
Ersenne
LiGiene
Gartiasieiley
Grondy
Andy
Annie
Clearleaz
Ilan
Ifree
Wheeling
Studebaker
Dickson
Bellans
Bellans Wes
America
Frank Bros
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