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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1913
Page
2
The Texas press leaders adopted a resolution forcing candidates for the Legislature to state their positions on libel and public printing before receiving press support. The morning session focused on memorials, dues, and by law amendments. Governor Colquitt spoke on journalism, while social events and a charity bulldog fight capped the day.
A New York Shriner demonstrates quick handling as he pulls an animal from a box in a display described as one of the most exciting and closely contested badger fights ever seen. The moment drew attention at a crowded event, highlighting the skill and control of the exhibitor.
A large crowd including newspaper men Shrines and home folks watched the Third Cavalry saber drill at Fort Sam Houston led by Colonel Augustus P. Blocksom. Some seven troops performed while a regiment band and weapons display drew strong applause from Governor Colquitt Adjutant General Henry Hutchings and other dignitaries. The drill showcased precise evolutions with black horses and shining sabers.
Paris May 17 French industry leaders condemned the Underwood tariff bill at a National Association of Industry and Commerce session. Deputy Georges Gerald attacked its administrative clauses as increasing trading hindrances for French exporters. Former ministers Hanotaux and de Lombre attended, urging practical France US accord despite treaty concerns.
In Potsdam on May 17 Prince Henry of Reuss wed Princess Victoria Margarete of Prussia, daughter of Prince Frederick Leopold. The German Empress oversaw the ante-nuptial dress and placed the historic crown on the bride. Civil rites were led by Count August Zu-Eulenburg, grand marshal of the Prussian court.
Assistant Attorney General C A Sweeton announced dates for taking testimony in the state's case against Magnolia Petroleum. The sessions are scheduled in Corsicana on June 3, Dallas on June 16, Houston on June 30, Beaumont on June 30, and Galveston on July 3 after arrangements were completed.
Henrietta Texas May 17 Sterling White received a 50 year prison term for the murder of his alleged sweetheart Beulah Lee in Petrolia last November. Insanity defense was urged.
In San Angelo Texas on May 17 a fire of unknown origin gutted the four room cottage of widow Mrs Lulu Killion and its contents. Her mother and her two young children fled the blaze in only scant attire.
Charles B. Woodward a well known stockman and banker in Pearsall died at his home after a paralysis stroke six weeks earlier. He was 39 years old and survived by his widow and four children.
Herman Ridder of New York says he will not take the job as superintendent of state prisons, a position recently appointed by Governor Fuller.
The junior branch of the Woman's Auxiliary to the Board of Missions opened its annual meeting in St Mark's parish house as part of the diocese council sessions. Representatives from most churches attended with reports heard, a Japan talk by Mrs Massey, a junior Onary play, and inspection of missionary barrels. Luncheon for visiting juniors followed, with 2:30 games for children at St Mark's. A West Texas branch meeting is slated for Monday at 3:30 with branch reports.
Ruth Trufant sues Henry G. Williams proprietor of the Hotel York for fifty thousand dollars alleging breach of promise to marry. The case cites letters said to be written by Williams describing Trufant’s eyes and their photograph as the scene of his fascination.
R G Callahan resigned as president of the Prospect Hill Improvement club at a Crockett school meeting on West Commerce street. A called meeting will be held next Friday night to elect a successor and handle other business. Callahan helped the club gain early prominence and later led the federation of improvement clubs. A billboard removal campaign was approved with a committee to study options and another to urge curb installation on Buena Vista street.
The junior branch and babies branch of the parish will hear remarks from Rev W P Witsell and Miss Bassett of Tennessee. While the council meets after communion on Tuesday another session for junior workers is planned. At 3 30 Tuesday a meeting of the auxiliary will hear parish-branch reports, with Miss Bassett addressing and a social hour to follow.
Washington May 17 The origin of a mysterious midnight telephone to Miss Jessie Wilson has been traced to a mischievous House of Representatives page boy. He made the late call as a lark and is safe at home in Texas where he could not be officially spanked.
Delegates at the international Y M C A convention in Cincinnati hear committee reports on foreign field work. S P Spencer presents Training Agencies, George W Mehaffey on Membership Transfer standardization, William J Parker proposes a counter proposal, and the New Applicants in Federal League is discussed. In Chicago President Powers notes Kansas City and Milwaukee seek Federal League membership. decisions likely in 1914 to avoid disrupting this season.
New York settles a 50 year old civil war damages suit against the city. Charles L. Appleby claimed 7300 dollars and interest that would total about 42000 dollars but accepted 7300 today. Appleby, now about 85, has seen many lawyers and judges pass away. twelve witnesses over 70 testified to the mob damage. U.S. coal exports for the current year are projected at 90 million dollars, up from 60 million in 1909.
The Progressives will secure representation on 14 of 16 key House committees totaling 87 seats. Chairman Underwood of Ways and Means and Progressive Leader have agreed. With 15 accredited Progressives, some will sit on multiple panels. Rivers and Harbors and Agriculture are the only major committees without a seat.
The San Pedro avenue concrete paving from the park to Russell Place is finished and will be turned over to the city after city engineer approval. The project cost about 14 000 dollars with half funded by local property owners who offered to pay 7000 dollars. Residents on Laurel Heights may push a similar plan further up the hill.
Washington report on Maj R C Croxton's plan to recruit 30,000 servicemen yearly via army life films shown in theaters nationwide. A silver tongued recruiter would accompany screenings to highlight military advantages, with expected annual savings of about 300000.
San Antonio business notice lists Sam Speir Hon. Co. as successors to E. L Hofheinz located at 219 Losoya Street.
More than a thousand letters and petitions flood Senator Kern's office urging passage of his inquiry resolution into Paint Creek coal mining regions in West Virginia. A New York man describes being lured to the mines under false pretenses, compelled to pay his own expenses, and forced to steal out to escape mine guards. he offers to testify. Action on the Kern resolution is expected Monday after Senator Goff finishes his argument.
In Essex Market Court Miss Nettle B Lapham accuses Ride-a-Wee Home of cruelty after her Maltese kitten died from a bruised heart and lungs following two days in the care of the society. An autopsy ties death to violent squeezing. case dismissed for lack of proof. Mexico's petroleum output last year nearly matched combined outputs of two prior years.
London May 17 protest against Walter H Page’s nomination as US ambassador to Great Britain. W Coffey of the London Trades Council introduced the resolution citing a New York Allied Trades Council letter. The missive accuses Doubleday Page & Co of opposing organized labor and claims book binders are on strike to force replacement of workers with boys. It urges UK organized labor to publicize the protest and file formal objections with both governments.
Peter J. Brady of the Allied Printing Trades Council of Greater New York says the National Brotherhood of Bookbinders is an outlaw group repudiated by the American Federation of Labor. He will write President Wilson and Ambassador Page to note Conway used council and International Typographical Union insignia without authorization.
Public sentiment in San Salvador rose on May 17 as dispatches reported Nicaragua’s sale of canal construction rights and a U S naval station in the Gulf of Fonseca. Deputies and prominent citizens protested to Congress, calling the move a threat to Salvadoran and Honduran rights and criticizing Nicaragua’s actions.
The Southern Baptist convention voted to end use of the Interdenominational Series in Sunday schools and to require lessons tailored for Baptist churches. The change, urged by Rev. S. E. Tull of Paducah, Ky, aims to emphasize past doctrines and is not binding on individual churches.
Leo Barnaby of Fathead reservation, visiting St Louis with the 101 Ranch Wild West Show, was fined five dollars and jailed after joining a craps game and being startled when his partners fled. He denied cheating, saying he thought the officer was joining the game as the nine pennies remained on the ground. He awaits Barnum & Bailey arrival for possible work.
The Fredericksburg region reports one of the season’s heaviest rains with hail in parts of the county. Crop damage is expected to be substantial. The weather event disrupted local farming and raised concerns over harvest prospects.
Two letters praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female troubles. Mrs Mary Earlewine of Utica Ohio reports relief from a long postnatal weakness with dizziness and fatigue after using the remedy. Mrs Hette Greenstreet of Nebo Illinois claims ten years of illness cured and renewed strength after taking the product.
The tariff bill moved from the Senate floor to the finance committee where it will linger at least two weeks. Subcommittees will not report for several days as they work on the wool schedule and protests against cotton goods cuts. A Treasury hearing with Denison and Curtis urged to let the secretary proclaim general import valuations for ad valorem rates.
An written letter from Charlestown West Virginia features Mrs Calvin Rutherford endorsing Cardus the woman’s tonic. She cites relief from hot flashes pains and headaches after use and notes her professional status as a trained nurse who recently advised a patient to try Cardui. The note emphasizes Cardus as a vegetable tonic aiding womanly strength and invites readers to consult their druggist or contact the Chattanooga Medicine Co for guidance and a 64 page home treatment book.
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