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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1908

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Campaign forecasts and early election voting notes

Republican county chairman Mr Im merman predicts Taft will carry Brig county by 10000 plurality and Asa Hughes slightly behind. Democratic leader Fitzpatries says Bryan will win Erie County by 8000 plurality and Chanler by 9000. Buffalo voter turnout at 8 30 am, Blair ar arrests for buying votes. James Sherman, candidate for vice president, votes with his sons. four straight Republican votes cast. Governor Hughes votes in New York and Roosevelt votes at Oyster Bay.

Immerman Taft Brig County Asa Hughes Wh. H. Fitzpatries Erie County Bryan Chanler Buffalo Blaira Onerman Uties James Sherman Hiethes Seventh Ward Sherman

Heavy early voting and clear weather in Ohio

In Cincinnati and Toledo voters flock early as polls open at 4 20 and close at 6 34 amid foggy cool weather. Cleveland reports intense interest with a heavy morning turnout while Columbus sees half the vote by 9 am and farmers urged to polls benefiting Taft and Harris. Taft heads home from campaign tour and plans a noon vote.

Cincinnati Harry Toledo Taleo Cleveland Taft Mize. Taft Columbus Ohio Harris

Kern Votes in Indianapolis Amid Busy Election Day

John W. Kern, candidate for vice president, arrived in Indianapolis after a speaking tour in Ohio and, with his son Billie, registered his vote No. 407 at the local polling place as heavy voting continued under mild weather.

Kern Indianapolis Ind John W. Kern Ohio Billie

Weather and election notes collide in brief dispatch

Washington Brattle Washington November 4 weather bureau predicts general showers across the state. Milwaukee Wisconsin November 3 report notes Democratic Chairman H H Manson’s final remark on money spent in Wisconsin election efforts.

Brattle Wash Weather Bureau Milwaukee Wis H. H. Manson Wisconsin

Miona Tablets Promise Quick Dyspepsia Cure

Raxar Drug Co offers Miona tablets claimed to strengthen stomach walls and restore proper churning, promising permanent relief from indigestion and related symptoms. Ad highlights digestive failure of pepsin and asserts energy in stomach walls removes constipation, nervousness, night sweats, and heartburn with a money back guarantee.

Ste Raxar Drug Co

Diapepsin Digestive Aid Promises Quick Stomach Relief

A vintage advertisement touts Diapepsin as a harmless candy like powder that digests undigested food after meals. It claims to prevent indigestion sour stomach belching gas heartburn and headaches, promising complete relief with a 50 cent case from your druggist.

Pane

Minnesota Late News Brief on Election Early Voters

Vague report from St Paul Minnesota notes early voting began promptly and heavy turnout, with mention that a Democratic ticket may win by more than 40000 in Minnesota. Weather described as unclear amid fragmented OCR text.

St Paul, Minn Voling Waather

Early Vote Heavy in Fargo as Weather Clears

North Dakota voters in Fargo report heavy early voting on November 3. Weather is clear and moderate, aiding turnout as residents line up to cast ballots. Local officials caution residents to verify polling place and ID requirements ahead of returns.

Fargo, N. D

Sioux Falls Voting Opens Clear for Election Day

SOUTH DAKOTA Sioux Falls on election day opened bright and clear with early indications of a heavy vote as voters cast ballots early in the morning. The scene suggested strong turnout potential and active participation across precincts.

Sioux Falls

Navy Balloted Day Opens Fair and Cool in Baltimore

Maryland voters in Baltimore navigateElection Day as polling stations opened under clear skies and cool temperatures. Weather and turnout conditions shape early reports from city precincts.

Baltimore, Md Navy

Vermont dawn rates fall below a and weather clear

Montpelier Vermont November 2 early hours saw rates generally below average as splendid weather prevailed across the state with calm early morning conditions reported.

Montpelier Vermont

Polling Places Crowded as Voters Turnout Grows

Rhode Island Providence notes heavy early turnout as polling places fill and waters turn out, amid perfect weather conditions. The brief report highlights strong voter interest and favorable voting day weather.

Providence R. 1

Campaign donor figures reveal key contribution total

The record shows a campaign total of 8471.28 with a single named contributor Alexander Berger, a Hoard of Trade man whose daughter is said to be engaged to W J Bryan. Berger gave 3509 to the cause and the Democratic National Committee supplied 5000.

Alexander Berger W. J. Bryan

Republicans Rally for Gains as Polls Open in Oklahoma

Guthrie Oklahoma November 1 Republicans, despite Democratic control of state and legislature, push every vote. Early indications show fine weather. Voters line up as polls open, signaling possible gains for GOP.

Guthrie Okla

Connecticut Voters Savor Pleasant Election Day Weather

Now Haven reports Connecticut voters enjoyed ideal conditions as they headed to polls on November 8. Bright skies and mild temperatures facilitated the election day turnout across the state.

Wyoming Votes Expected Amid Good Weather Across State

Good weather conditions across Wyoming on November 2 encourage voter turnout as residents head to polls. Officials report favorable conditions in Cheyenne and rural counties, with anticipation of steady participation in local and statewide races.

Chicago Prepares for Heavy Vote Amid Scratching Trends

Chicago reports an early heavy turnout with a bright autumn sky as polls opened at six odlocts. By 7 a.m. twenty five percent of votes cast in many precincts and widespread scratching on the state ticket. Republicans claim Don gen may win Cook county by a reduced margin while Democrats insist Stevenson remains safe in the county. At 1 p.m. two thirds of Chicago's registered 411120 voters were polled with no disturbances reported.

Chicago Repulicans Dongen Cook County Stevenson

Kansas politics under way with weather favorable

Topeka November 2 Republican leaders voice concern mainly about the legislature as Democrats anticipate gaining many votes. The day features good weather across the state.

Topeka Kan

Tolls Open Amid Wide Iowa Weather

A stormy November day across Iowa marked the opening of tolls with persistent frosty conditions and widespread coverage, affecting travel and daily routines. Local forecasts indicated continued unsettled weather shaping commuter plans and regional activity.

Utah Early Vote Heavily Cast In Clear Weather

Salt Lake City voters reported a heavy early turnout on November 3 as skies were clear and cold. Polling stations opened with strong participation from residents across the city and surrounding areas.

Salt Lake City Utah

Philadelphia Faces Heavy Vote Indication in Early Morning

Pennsylvania Philadelphia November 2 early morning reports show an exceedingly heavy vote anticipated in the city with polling activity already underway and voters streaming to the polls.

Philadelphia

Volta in Boston and Massachusetts sees heavy early vote

Massachusetts voters turnout in Boston and nearby towns amid ideal weather, with large early morning crowds signaling a heavy election day turnout. The report notes widespread participation across cities and towns as polls open.

Boston Mass Massachusetts

Maine Overcast Skies Mark November Day

Overcast conditions dominated Maine on November 3 as weather fronts moved through the region, easing sunshine and creating a muted, gray day across towns from Porting to coastal areas. Forecasters warned of lingering drizzle in southern counties.

Disorder and arrests at St Louis voting place

In St Louis Missouri on November 8 disorder broke out near a polling place. Oliver Burkhart republican judge of election was beaten. A score of arrests for various offenses were made by noon. Felix McAdam, Democratic nominee for the Third district legislature, was among those detained.

St. Louis St. Lowi Oliver Burkhart Felix McAdan

Prospects trend in New Jersey berry vote polling

In New Jersey on November 3, reports suggest likely polling results for a berry vote with potential consequences for Werther. Local officials and residents weigh the issues as voters prepare to cast ballots.

Delaware Begins Voting in Wilmington as Polls Open

Wilmington voters began the citywide election today as polls opened with both parties asserting their claims to the state. Weather is clear and voting proceeded promptly in the morning.

Wilmington Del

West Virginia election expected to draw larger vote

West Virginia Wheeling dispatch notes clear warm weather on November 9 and forecasts indications of a larger vote statewide than in any former election with voters returning to polls across the state.

Wheeling W. Va West Virginia

Weather conditions in Oregon and nearby states

Weather conditions across Oregon Washington and Idaho this morning show generally fair air with exceptions in the Puget Sound region, where conditions differ. Reports from Portland indicate clearer skies and seasonal temperatures as the morning progresses.

Portland Ore Oregon Washington Idaho Puget Sound

Nevada Weather Note Cites Pleasant Morning

Nevada Reno report notes fair and pleasant morning across the state with calm conditions. No significant changes expected as skies clear and temperatures mild in early November.

Reno Nevada

Bryan votes in Normal as crowds offer cheers

Mlestion day at Fairview opened with clear skies and calm weather. Brvai, early awake, searched telegrams from across the country predicting democratic victory. At nine, he rode to Heitlin's grocery in Normal and cast vote No. 44 while store patrons cheered and wished him well.

Fairview Brvai Heitlin’s Normal Bryan

California Polls Show Heavy Voter Turnout Forecast

In San Francisco forecasts clash over national ticket amid intense labor influence. A high voter count is expected as polls open with weather mild and turnout described as heavy in the early hours.

San Francisco Cal California Bryan George Stans Voft Allte

Sailor in irons escapes and goes ashore

A United States revenue cutter sailor, placed in irons for unruly behavior aboard the Wio dom, escaped while anchored in mid channel. He secured a boat, paddled ashore, and had his irons filed off, but no trace of him was found by nightfall.

Galveston Tex United States Revenue Wiodom

Weather aids early voting turnout in Helena

Ideal weather in Helena Montana boosted voter participation as early voting proceeded on November 3. Local officials reported steady lines and strong turnout across precincts.

Kentucky Race Poll Report From Louisville

Louisville November 3 dispatch reports from various points that in Kentucky the renta 2 heavy vote is being polled. Weather is clear in nearly all districts with observers noting low clouds and calm conditions.

Louleville Kentucky

Nebraksa Polls Open as Heavy Voter Turnout Expected

Lincoln voters queued at polls as laborers and others gathered early predicting a heavy turnout. Weather favorable with clear skies likely to aid participation. Bryan and Omaha appear favored by supporters though details remain unclear due to fragmented OCR text.

Weather and voting outlook in Colorado hints at heavy turnout

Denver reports show unsettled conditions with rain possible across Colorado and forecasts suggest a heavy voting turnout amid cautious forecasts for the election day. Local officials urge voters to plan ahead as conditions may affect travel.

South Carolina Brief Confirms Local Event

A fragmented South Carolina clipping from Columb seeking details on an event dated in November. Readable text notes Gh and gtk terminology, with limited context about place and participants.

City Council Advances Oil Storage Ordinance and Property Condemnations

The city council introduced and adopted an ordinance regulating hot crude petroleum storage within fire limits with penalties up to 200 dollars per day. The measure accompanied by suspending rules condemned several walls and buildings for safety and ordered improvements for District No. 6. The ordinance also allows special permits for existing plants and cites a 6500 gallon oil reservoir planned near Travis and Navarro streets. Mayor Chllaghan supported adoption to prevent the oil tank in the business district. Several properties at Houst on Soledad Dolorosa Flores Ave D and others were named in the condemnation actions. The action also postponed the third reading of improvements pending further tax assessor information.

Braden Mivyermann Quockwead Chllaghen Cillaghan St. Anthony Travis Navarro Houston and Soledad Streets Frank H. Biliwin 7. W. Anderson Z. N. Brown Dolorosa South Laredo Car Jos Guergin South Flores Street W. F. Thompson Charing Taliasor Avenue D G. Bedell Moore Bratten Lambert Ricer

Voted and Hunting Trip Reported after Early Vote

William Aubrey voted early in the morning and then went out to the country to bag birds and pursue a deer today. He spent the day hunting as part of a customary routine following the vote.

Wiliam Aubrey Rex

DEDICATE THE HIGH SCHOOL TOMORROW

Dedicatory exercises begin at 9 AM in the new high school assembly hall seating 720. Superintendent C J Lukin presides with a concert by the orchestra, a chorus of 100 pupils, vocal solo by Marian Foulle, and addresses by a prominent citizen and W D Williams. The program ends with a patriotic song.

Train robbery arrest in Gainesville Texas

Special to The Light reports Sheriff Ware arrested Walter Jones on a southbound Santa Fe train near Warren's Bend. He is accused of robbing J. W. Ray of 19 ten dollar bills. arresting officer found $135 on the suspect. Details end abruptly.

Gainesville Tex Sheriff Ware Walter Jones Santa Fe J. W. Ray Warren's Bend

Girl nearly drowns after river plunge at asylum park

Emmy Walton, a Wise attendant at the Southwestern Insane Asylum, fell from a plank into the river while pecan hunting with a group in the asylum park yesterday around four. Summer Fridge, a bystander, rescued her from drowning through quick, heroic effort.

Emmy Walton Southwestern Insane Asylum Asylum Park Summer Fridge

San Antonio Native Shines on Stage in The Southerner Debut

San Antonio boy Harry F. E. Millarde, who played David Letrande the gambler in The Southerner at Grand Oners house last night, shows his theatrical promise. He left five years ago to pursue acting and has since appeared with leading companies including The Wall of Jericho and Walker Whiteside in The Magic Melody. His performance was well received, highlighting his success in the profession he chose.

Harry FE. Millarde David Letrande Grand Oners House San Antonio Jericho Walker Whiteside

Patrolman Ellis Fled Affidavit Over Aggressive Assault Case

In county court John Green faces aggravated assault charges filed on behalf of Jeanette Green. The alleged incident arose after she was found in her home at 908 1 2 West Commerce Street early Sunday morning with a deep gash in her left side.

H. Ellis John Green Jannette Green Jeanette Green Weat Commerce Street

Postoffice Clerks Plan Social Ball at Turner Hall

Postoffice clerks of the city arrange a social ball for December 16 at Turner Hall. OC A Tack J Oscar Chap gran W W Gentzen and H J Ford head the arrangements committee and vow to make it a first class affair. A winter program mentioned includes four series of dances and fashion tips for women with a beauty tea product promotion.

Turner Hall A. Tack J. Oscar Chap Gran W. W. Gentzen H. J. Ford

Affray Leads to Head Injury at West Commerce and Cibolo

In an afternoon incident at the West Commerce and Cibolo streets intersection Jim Stokes was struck on the head with a six shooter or slo shooter. His injury was a deep cut. Charges of affray were filed against Stokes and G W Sexton, though Sexton had not yet been arrested.

West Commerce Cibolo Jim Stokes Stokes G. W. Sexton Sexton

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