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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1908
Page
2
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The piece discusses Howard W. Carmack and the editor’s duty to critiquing public figures without venom. It argues newspapers seek fair criticism over personal invective, warning against targeting individuals for vengeance. A Missouri man seeking San Antonio information was redirected to The Light.
Faith in justice and fear of furnishment rise after banker Morse receives a 15 year federal sentence for banking method crimes. The upheaval hits the money center, warning that even the powerful may fall. Judge Buckley rules a probable witness may withhold names and resist arrest when threatened.
Ambiguous early 20th century style note suggests rising voter independence across parties. Claims more citizens vote by conviction than party lines, urging reform and civic participation amid unclear regional references and garbled terms.
The text argues against blind party loyalty and urges educating children to be good American citizens with independent views. It advocates displacing party identity from public life and warns against letting parties control citizens as their assets. It stresses that the people must resist party sway even when confronted by political violence.
The fair directors present a complete statement of the fair’s business and urge every citizen to support a successful event. They refuse to cast blame and instead seek collective action to prevent future failures, urging sharp reform and renewed effort from all San Antonio residents.
Beeville aims to secure the new railroad as grading from Chapin to Sam Fordyce is finished. San Antonio businessmen anticipate a substantial bonus, while Houston fears loss of trade if the line bypasses the city. The project, backed by Texas interests, could influence terminal sites along the route.
The Gonzales Inquirer reports San Antonio democrats fashioned a Simpson club, described as not true democrats but worse than mugwumps. The writer scorns their alignment with Tom Campbell and expresses distrust of the party, urging them to leave if not congenial.
A cynical verse piece notes social quirks and moral judgments. It lampoons gossip about friends and relatives, mocks temperamental faults in men, and hints at political ambitions. The voice contrasts a woman's tolerance with parental imagination about beauty.
Notable historical notes for November 12 run across medieval poetry figures and early 15th century banking turmoil. The record cites the death of a chancellor and English poet father, plus a 1907 obituary for Sir Lewis Morris in London. Astronomical notes include sun set and rise times, length of day, and planetary observations with Mercury and Neptune conjunctions.
Chicago November 12. The National Association of Professional Baseball Clubs adjourned without date as players, officials from the American Association and the Eastern League bolted meetings. Absentees remain firm that any committee to settle the secession rift will be chosen by the regulars and discussions with hosts will follow.
Local riot near Fort Sill escalated after a soldier was fatally shot by a man described as from San Antonio. Troops intervened to prevent violence as civilians forced removal of Black residents, with Williams detained and facing charges. Sergeant Mile Sell reported returning from Fort Sill to improve telegraph service.
Special to The Light reports fires in Galliamer Texas with incendiary origin early today destroying a saloon cafe and restaurant causing about 20000 dollars loss. A second fire targets a fry shop photo gallery goatoot entry store and a real estate office with a similar loss. A 500 reward is offered for the perpetrators capture.
Report from San Antonio recalls a Sunday law push by Sheriff Cawle and Marahal Shardein amid grand jury suggestions. Judge L S Tawhon visits Floresville. Mrs George Chabot and son plan Liverpool and New York travels. A Grend avenue dance at Mrs Stein's draws Ida Stein Emma Stein Hana Manger Lucie Norman and others. Citizens' association meets with J Alexander presiding as committee on publication prepares a revised pamphlet edition.
An 19th century ad for HIN TIP O stating it cures Brights disease diabetes kidney trouble and other ailments. It claims to work via mail order from A M Pitcher at 614 Houston Street with pre paid bottles offered in quantities and prices.
Senor Rafael Rio Losa, head of natural history, visits San Antonio with his son to purchase taxidermy supplies. He just returned from Rodrigues, Mexico, with animals for the museum. He cites rapid development as haciendas are subdivided and irrigation projects expand, boosting employment.
A hazardous habit persists at Sunset depot as bystanders attempt to board moving trains. Special Officer Jack McDevitt repeatedly halts would be riders including two young girls carrying a suitcase, an old man with a woman and child, and a traveling man, all risking serious injury. Prolonged breaches may lead to a fatal accident and costly railroad damage claims.
Special to The Light from Fort Worth Texas reports B G Holloway of Ben Arnold robbed of $30 by a highwayman in downtown Fort Worth early this morning. Holloway, a delegate to the Raptlet convention here, believed a fellow delegate was joking when his eyes were covered.
State Heved nan Agtgot McDonald plans a drive to dissolve charitable clubs selling liquor to members without permission. Governor reads clubs chartered for society and charitable purposes. those on federal revenue records with risky names may lose their charters.
Judge Camp granted a temporary injunction in the case South Praga Mavelon company vs PF Wagner et al. The restraining order awards the plaintiff $600 and bars interference with further construction of a building in the southern city area, enabling contract progress.
In Bexar County the November general election candidates filed expense statements within ten days of the vote as required by Section 90 of the Terres election law. As of now 18 have complied, reporting a total of $1,179.42 spent. several candidates detailed travel, refreshments, postage, and public meetings. Largest reported outlays include $461.08 by Mr. Onion and $451.03 by John F. Opson, with other items ranging from $4.98 to $294 for various campaign needs and funds.
Notice to contractors re bids to be received at offices of A B Ayres Architect on November 24 at noon for the erection of the United Presbyterian church in this city.
Fort Worth, Nov 12 The State Association of Baptists announced that John D Rockefeller plans a large donation to the Baptist Memorial Sanatorium in Dallas. Three hundred thousand dollars are needed. Officers elected include President Dr EB Huckner of Dallas Vice Presidents A W Daniel Fort Worth C G Slaughter Dallas A J Barton Waco Secretaries EB Bates Brownwood I M McConnell Longview
A 1908 Fort Sam Houston notice invites sealed proposals for constructing paddocks, gates, lines, and a cavalry stables complex. Bidders must list manufacturers, with plans and specs available only at the Constructing Quartermaster office. Sealed envelopes should cite proposal for paddock and stables at Fort Sam Houston Texas.
San Jose California November 28 William Butfield of Cook county Texas released after four preliminary examinations with twenty four witnesses testifying he was not James Dunham The freed man received an offer from a theatrical manager to tour coast cities He prefers working on a ranch Attorney Parker of Fort Worth said Hatfields damages will be filed in two weeks One suit will target Shorty McAfee of Sherman Texas
An old ad touts Bol lard's Snow Linkment cures rheuma ism lumbaga and stiffness claiming quick relief. It urges keeping two bottles at home and lists Bexar Drug Co as the seller.
George A Harrian of this city died November 1 in Portland Oregon. An A R veteran, he leaves a widow a daughter two sons and three grandchildren. Formerly of Boerne and Kerrville he lived here 1900 to 1906 before moving to Oregon. Also mentioned is the death of Mrs O K Froese and Mrs Lose Freed in Houston with brief survivor details.
Juries in two San Antonio suits have been out since Monday afternoon. One case against the International Great Northern Railway involves about 6000 plus costs after five prior trials in the Thirty seventh district court. The other suit against Vicante Miller’s guardian and Mrs T P Adams seeks 10000 damages for alleged personal injuries.
Orphan fund receives further mite offerings acknowledged by des K OG and allies. Gift report requested as funds are collected and will be reported when tally complete.
Secretary Carrington of the Business Men's Club reports about 25 San Antonio delegates expected at the inland waterways convention to be held at Corpus Christi next week. Likely low round trip fares may encourage travel if enough delegates are appointed. A special train may be provided if the plan solidifies.
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