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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1897

Page

5

Keene Shines In Richard III In Grand Opera Debut

Review notes Thomas Keene’s compelling turn as Richard III at the Grand Opera night praised as masterful. Audience lauds Keene’s restraint and menace, with Hanford as Richmond and supporting players Baker Thaberman and Menhager Walker also commended. Houston Post features Punch Robertson’s company in A Shrugage for Gold with new specialties and strong scenery drawing cheers.

Qoyarren Houston Post Pit Dome Punch Rovertson Tnt Walter Fahey Mies Granger

Relic Bugle Tied to Civil War Rangers Band

A damaged relic describes Captain Joeusenr possessing a Civil War bugle linked to the Texas Rangers era under Governor Davis. It belonged to Captain Geo Bennack and was used in the Civil War. The instrument bears a soldered bullet hole and shows extensive service wear, recalling many youthful memories for Captain Tohr.

Joeusenr Texas Tangers Covernor Davis Andreas Brown Rangers Nic Peters Ame Geo. Bennack Captein Tohr R Dave

Church Notices and Services at Local Congregations

Government bill discussed at the Episcopalian church. Rev A L Burleson presiding rector offers 21 seats free with strangers welcome. Morning prayer and holy communion, evening prayer at 7:30. Sunday school and Bible class at 9:45. Parish Aid meets Tuesday at 4:40 at the Military Academy. Cumberland Presbyterian church corner Fifth Street has services at 9:30 and 11. Pastor E G ateLean to give an illustrated C E convention talk in San Francisco.

SG Pauls Kpiscopal Church A. L. Burleson Parish Aid Society the Military Academy Ivenge Cumberland Presbyterian Y m San, Francisco E.G. ateLean

The Knox Damage Suit In Federal Court

Anna F Knox sues R T Knox and wife for damages up to 50000 in federal court. She claims legal marriage and alienation of affections by the husband's parents amid a separation. The plaintiff and her three year old child were present. letters will be introduced as evidence when the trial resumes Monday.

Anna F. Knox R. T. Knox Maxey Plaintif

Tyrolean Quartette to Play at Atuth's Pavilion Tonight

The Tyrolean Quartette will entertain the public at Atuth's pavilion this evening. The Government Mil. Apprendia program has been selected and promises a good show for all who attend.

MUTH Atuth

Baptist Convention Ends With Election Of Officers And Mission Reports

The Texas Baptist convention held lengthy sessions with heated debates and a formal election of officers. Key figures named include Buckner of Orphans' Home as President, and Truett delivering a pivotal address on the board's missionary report. The gathering, featuring notable speakers and a strong orphanage fundraising drive, adjourned after extended devotional and business periods.

Ato 2 Oelach Fwt Te Open Itu Atthers K. C. Buckner Orpians Rome Vin ‘Dallas W. DB. Tenson Galveston D. MM. Thebertson

St Louis Businessmen Return After Tarpon Run

A party of St Louis businessmen returned from the coast aboard the Midland special train via Rockport and Aransas Pass. The group including R. Kevens and J.C. Van Glarcom among others landed seventeen tarpon during their coast trip begun October 27. Chaperone A W Triestan accompanied the visitors back.

Ful. Walsh, Jr E.G. Lockland, Jr St. Louis W. A. Bower Cumberland Md Thomas T. Weut Fort, Worth A.W. Triestan Rockport

Mysterious Disappearance Shocks East Commerce Area

Local residents and friends on East Commerce Street express concern over the sudden disappearance of Mr. Hansqu. Rumors swirl about a possible departure from town and the fate of his butcher shop and wife. Authorities have not confirmed details as investigators canvass the area.

Hansqu Commerce Street

Sunset shops to resume operations on November fifteenth

The report notes Sunset shops in the city will reopen November 15. Sidney Crew of International roum house travels to Taylon on ranch business and returns today. International coalitions discuss trips along Gulf coast with Rockport and Corpus Christi next Thursday and Friday. Conductor W H Furner and wife return from Horton Kansas. Jake Bain welcomed a new son. Cottoin Bett route freight chief George W Barnhart and wife arrive at the Menger after Fort Worth visit. Train robbers’ case set for trial November 19.

Sid Crew International Roumhouse Taylon The International Alamo City A. A. Stolth Aero San Antonio Taslos Nll Arangas Fase Gulf Coast Rockport Corpus Caristi W. H. Furner the International Horton Kan Jake Bain George W. Barnhart Cottoin Bett

Maryland Seatorship Rumors Center on Gorman Seat

Several Maryland candidates loom for Senator Gorman’s seat as talk swells that Postmaster General Gary may be the leading prospect. He reportedly receives many congratulatory messages and friendly hints while others like Congressman Ma and Judge McCombs seek positions. The path to the seat remains uncertain as political shifts cloud the process beyond March 4, 1849.

Washington, T. C Gorman Maryland Park Laken By Gary Marslan Amd Olie Gor Inne

Shreveport Rejoicing Over Quarantine Easing

A district health board eased quarantine restrictions in Shreveport after fierce fever spread from New Orleans. While some advisers urged longer restraints, the majority approved opening passenger trains on the Vicksburg Shreveport and Pacific line and allow exit and Pacific road service with stipulations.

Strevepoer la. Noy Board of Health Shreveport New Orleana Vicksburg Paelfe Road Pacific Road Tinue

Attorney General Decision Expected on Removals

Washington November 5 Attorney General McKenna will render a decision early next week on removals by internal revenue collectors. It is believed that Collector of Virginia and Bartlett of Methly will be sustained, allowing other officials to be removed in a lively fashion.

Melenot Lo Svide Quealion Washinton McKenna Internal Revenue Virginia Bartlett

World cotton supply shows weekly increase in sight

New Orleans reports Secretary Hes ter’s data on the worlds visible cotton supply for the week ended. Overall total reaches 2,725,587 bales, up from 2,484,961 last week and 1,211 bales a year ago. American cotton totals 2,540,597 bales, up from 2,299,361 last week and 2,985,11 last year. Other kinds total 185,000 bales, near 185.4 last year.

New Orleans Hesters Dales

Proposals Opened for Steam Yacht in New York Harbor

Government engineer Major James B. Quinn presided as proposals were opened for furnishing and delivering one steam yacht in New York harbor. The project, advertised at a maximum cost of 314,000, aims to provide a vessel for the United States engineer’s office, with potential visits and duties to follow.

New Orleans New York Harbor Jamey B. Quinn United States Tuiarat

Yachts for sale as major buyers seek bargains

In a crowded market many wealthy individuals want to sell their yachts, with prices from eight thousand five hundred to thirty five thousand dollars. Major Quinn heads to New York to inspect the vessels valued under fourteen thousand dollars amid a flurry of offers. A yellow fever update from New Orleans shows rising cases and deaths, with 1706 total cases and a ratio above 13 percent, while autopsies on several individuals show varied outcomes.

Major Quinn New York Carie Ander New Orleans Hava Pascagoula Bay St. Louis Edwardson Sontgomer Memphis Vaw Orlen Ereaeneees Ag

Train Near-Collision Prompts Negligence Inquiry

Lake Charles La Nov 6 A case of criminal negligence surrounds a Kansas City Pheburg end twit railroad incident near DeQuincy. The Kaneng Chu Limited passing DeQuincy siding at 25 to 30 mph did not stop until Edgewood seven miles away. Engineers awakened only upon entering Edgewood. No collision occurred due to a southbound train clearing DeQuincy siding.

Shophyy Ragheer Fils Lake Caarlee New Kansas City Pheyburg Lake Charles Port Arthur Passeng de Quincey Kansas City Edgewood Station Englewood Edgewood DeQuincey

Death of Jacinto Mitchell in Pecans Grove Funeral set for today

Jacinto Mitchell a Mexican laborer died after a pecan tree limb broke while he and a partner were gathering pecans. The San Fernando cathedral will host his funeral at 10 AM under the Society Amiga del Pueblo, with two orphaned children left behind. He had lived in San Antonio years and worked for J. and E. Lamm in Grandville's grocery business.

Jacinto Mitchell Geanville Conner’s Grove

Teachers Institute Closes After Informative Session

The session of the Bexar County Teachers Institute closed yesterday with lively talks on the constitution of the United States, executive powers, and teacher methods. Prof. W. A. Edwants summarized presidential duties, Miss Laura Steele demonstrated primary blackboard drawing, and T. D. Huff spoke on teaching common tracings. The institute will reconvene December 10 and 11.

Teacheres Institute Bexar County Teachers’ Institute Orst Tapte the United States Executive Department W. A. Edwants Bexar Postofict Laura Steele T. D. Huff Gates Thomas Ehnendorf Sidney Lanter

GABE OF BLUEGEARD Sinner Of 70 Charged With Murder

A 70 year old man, once a mayoral candidate in Atlanta, is jailed on murder charges after his wife, 70, was found dead at their home. He claimed she killed herself, but investigators found her body suspended and run over. The suspect, long active in politics, has a troubled history and questionable mental state.

Western Union Te le Messrs J. V. Salley HH. H. Busch Te Tuckhart Mlanta Zion Wee Atlanta Petitica Bridewell Georgia Aix Blaine Thomas B. Reed

Surprised Husband Beates Man Over Wife on Centre Street

A well to do colored man on Centre Street nearly beat another man to death with a crab in Kin house last Friday night but no arrest followed and the beaten man did not file a report. The enraged husband traced his wife to her companion, surprised them at home, and severely struck the man, damaging teeth. Names could not be obtained.

Centre Street Kin House

New Post Formed in Travelers Protection Association Texas

AG Alfral Dierkman returned from Temple after organizing Post L with twenty five new members. Clarence L Cox is president and John H Stevens secretary. Twelve posts exist in the state, total membership nine hundred, with expectation to reach one thousand. Post D meeting today to plan the Ronwal banquet during the holidays.

AG. Alfral Dierkman Travelers *Protection Association of Texas Temple Clarence 1. Cox John H. Stevens Post L Dleckman

Fire Damage At Davis Residence On Avenue Road

Fire crews responded Friday evening to Mrs. Davis's home on Avenue Road to tackle a mattress fire sparked by an iron. The flames were extinguished with buckets of water after the mattress was dragged outside.

Davis Avenue RD

Fire alarm access rules tighten for city telephone operators

A new role is enforced in the city telephone exchange restricting operators from telling subscribers where fire alarms are located during a bell in the event of a fire. Operators may still connect subscribers with engine houses and the central fire station or police station, but exact alarm locations must not be disclosed.

Central Fire Station Po- Hue

Texas Appointments Narrowed in Western District Race

Washington, D C reports a flurry of Texas appointments within ten days. Leading candidates for marshal of the western district include Walter and Leibrecht, with contesting bids by Grant and Hawley backers. Collectorships for El Paso, Galveston, and the Austin Internal Revenue post dominate chatter, belt of San Antonio among Belt and Ferguson camps.

Tloneton Post Washington, D.C Vame Texas Walter, Indorset Grant Leibrecht Indorset Hawley el Paso Galveston Internal Revenue Austin Ferguson Brothers Davis Fort Warht Thad Belt San Antonio Lathy Charles Ogden Name City Willard

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