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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 13, 1898

Page

6

McCormick Secretary of War Resigns from Texas Infantry

Captain George M. McCormick resigns from the United States Army. The First Texas Volunteer Infantry lines are discharged under War Department orders. Names listed include Rufus Aucins, Frank Neahan, W. Roth, Covort Teyley, and others from companies A and V. McCormick, once of the Munston Light Guards in San Antonio, is noted among veterans.

Ayeeiil Wits Ta Washington D. G Nev Say Feo MM. McCormick Voliteer Infantry Jaytur l United States Rufus TV Aucins Virat Vexas Neahan Egos Corp Roth Covort Tearley Company 5 Corp Ghotin John Stonn James JE Muse Sud Corp Gharkes Bacon Company Diy Furst Texas Volunteer Infantry Ans Guy Melavehiiu Comity A Tes Voles Inftantes Trivate Saefyel Telcott Company VW Hire Texas Valuttioer Intiatis George M. McCormick Dae Munston San Antonio Bay Hick Une Lie Aneniler Belk Dutler

Memorial Service for St Paul’s School Student

A memorial service plan is announced at the chapel of St Veter and Pan. The address by Alexander Mackay Sandih will close the service and an adjournment to Cue now dibeary will follow with further talks by attending friends.

Cauca St. Paul's Schinel Weney Tesilmind St Veter Amd Pan Willin Alexander Mackay Sandih D.T

Germany to aid Spain. no interference by Germany

Special wire from New York reports on November 12 that the emperor of Germany will grant Spain a measure or favor, signaling no interference from Germany as events unfold. The fragmentary item suggests a geopolitical move affecting relations with the Philippines, though details are unclear.

New York Germany Spain

Strange Appeal For Aid To Help Jewish Immigrants

Fragmented OCR states an appeal announced for funds to assist Jews seeking immigration to this country. It mentions the Douklislovts seat and 10,000 members, with reference to Russian persecutions and transfers between regions, and notes Tolstots interest and a government permission.

St. Louie Nelson Silvia Tolstot Tlimn Ihvangh Sovurtuvent Poy Ubls

Wartime Radiobroadcast Fragments Say Alliances Shaped World Decision

Fragmentary notes reference a Monday event connected to an imperial party and a complex alliance history involving Syria Corsians Greeks and Germans. The garbled text mentions leadership shifts and a forthcoming return home, with unclear specifics about location or participants.

Levrenti Syria

Jefferson De Angelis stars in new operette Pin Sally Musketeer

New York November 12 Jefferson De Angelis and his company will be seen at the Broadway theater Monday in the new operette Pin Sally Musketeer. The show has already made a hit in Philadelphia with a three week engagement.

Presbyterian Church to Hear Appeal for New Trial

The Wires Avenue Presbyterian church session meets Wednesday to discuss and consider an appeal for a new trial granted by the Presbyterian State Synod in the case of a converted Jew who joined the church in Germany ten years ago. He later moved to New York and became known as a sincere worker in missions, sparking intense interest in whether ordination as a minister should be granted. The case involves inquiries into his character and possible misuse of funds alleged to be connected with treasury purposes.

New. York Wires Avenue New York York Wic Avenue Predhyter Jan Hireh Conninniutey Ito

Chicago Franchises and Curfew Ordinances Stir Debate

Chicago faces two legislative fronts as aldermen weigh extending street railway franchises for decades and imposing a curfew requiring youths under eighteen to be indoors after 5 PM in winter and 9 PM in summer. Mayor Sturvigon faces pressure over compensation to utilities while resisting press attacks from parties aligned with corporate interests.

Aone Ordnance Chicago Muniesuel Herlles Sturvigon Waville

Sugar packaging debate shakes wholesalers and retailers

New York reports a sugar packaging controversy as a refining company announces offering five pound bags of refined sugar in paper packages sold to consumers. Retailers protest the change while wholesalers spread the paper bag approach through multiple states. The dispute centers on whether the new bags meet consumer need and logistics.

Sywein Tlrc New York Auberieia Sur Refining Company Fewedays Goth Concert Haive Duckles Dumuust Wagland Wholesale Brocers Live Bruger Portland Maine Maasachusetts Providence

National W C A to debate temple management at St Paul meeting

A Sunday Light wire reports the National W C A assembly in St Paul will continue with superintendent reports and the temperance movement. Mrs Carse's temple management views spark debate as the convention leans against change though a minority supports it. final decision slated for February at the Temple Building Association meeting.

W.C. I. Assembly St. Paul Milan W. C People’s Church Garet Fugleharts Bis Matilda Carse Semperauee Publishing F. Grow Wry. T Frances Wi. Wiltar Mes Garse Elion le Thors Temple Building Association

Swilciman Killed At Santa Fe Yard Accident

El Vago and Pex report that worker IW-Ed Van Bell, a 8Witchman, was instantly killed this morning in the Santa Fe railway yards. He was coupling when his foot caught in a frog, causing a fatal accident.

el Vago Pex van Bell Santa Fe Tie

Mission Garden Club Marks Sixth Anniversary Festivities

Dr AC Mission Garden and the Lvvy Social Club celebrated their sixth anniversary with a lively bar and 50 couples in attendance. A superb supper was served, and the committees received praise for their tireless efforts in ensuring guests’ comfort and enjoyment.

AC Mission Garden

Post D sMokir social event attracts lively turnout

The amerker of Post D 1. LP held a gathering last night in the outer building area. Attendance exceeded expectations with wholesome enjoyment. Refreshments were served and attendees enjoyed lively storytelling and music.

Partorn

Spain Urges Caution On Philippine Peace Talks

Reports from New York Nov 12 indicate Spanish Premier Sagasta faces U.S. pressure over the Philippines. Madrid signals desire to avoid renewed hostilities while cabinet deliberates on peace terms, possibly reshaping Spain’s external debts to back Philippines bonds and Cuban debt.

York Veibune'y Mauricd Calle United States St Surise Sagista Ciatte Tey House of Representatives Che Sarah Purvis Withiu Adiuytad Cyin Lyol Hothay Shaw Philippines Siagasta Alaidon Uby Syinggkithy Suatu Iy Gerhiik Dewnpapers Ac Berlin Aml Puinkiort Guba Cartagena Ford Salisbury Unwin Republic Canaries Co Va Inance Bnt Lsris Berlin

Government contracts to salvage prize ships from Cuba

A special wire from Washington reports the government will contract with the Neptune company of Stockholm to salvage wrecked Spanish ships sunk near Cuba. The firm will receive safe passage upon delivery of the ships to the United States at New York or Newport News.

Smulay Light Washington Did Neptune Com Junry Stockholm Gristobal Coton Suutligo de Cuba United States New York Newport News

National Quarantine Advance After Republican Victory

A Sunday Light dispatch from Washington notes the national quarantine gains support from Republican victors. Centralized control is favored, with possible delays but near certainty. Southern splits exist as a new Congress may convene in extra session after March to push the measure.

Washington, D. C Abe Senate Melkinley Congress

Cuban tariff work underway in Washington figures

Assistant Secretary Howell of the treasury district office leads the effort on a new Cuban tariff with Robert J. Porter assisting after a Cuba trip to study trade conditions. Howell cannot estimate when the tariff will be ready for publication.

Waslington Howell Trenamy Robert J. Porter Cuba Pup Neation

Record Cargo From New Orleans Sets Sail Amid Ocean Trade

A cargo bound for Wisport yesterday carried 41 cases of silk and 27,600 bales of cotton valued at substantial sums. Captain Fumes A. Murras commanded the Mounveh, boasting a record shipment comparable to a prior voyage by the Milwaukes, which carried 24,800 bales.

Siuimayy New Orleans Wisport Atewater Fae Fumes A. Murras Yestery Wis Uae Flo

Michigan Cavalry Sails For Savannah Voyage After Sane

The Michigan Cavalry unit departed Monday on the transport 608 with six hundred horses on board. The ship sailed from the riverfront amid whistles and prayers for a safe voyage to Savannah and Porto Rico. Some horses will be taken to Cuba during the campaign as preparations proceed.

Hinnlavitly Alten Watteller Weie Aulee Winharksed Michigan Beachane Minulay B.S. Worhis

Move Worth Bond Suit Ends In Victory For City

The Girls Court of Appeals today upheld Winston City of Move Worth in a bond case over public improvements. Winston, a taxpayer, challenged bonds payable in gold coin and issued for purposes not specified in the charter. The court ruling favored the city. the judgment covered the largest bond suit amount in Ve.

Bundy

Carnival extension urged to boost New Orleans visitants

Special wire from New Orleans reports calls for a ten day carnival extension and booster cooperation with the Southeastern Passenger association to attract more distant visitors and extend travel and attendance during the season. The plan aims to increase overall participation and success of the carnival, with New Orleans advocates noting wider tourist influx should follow.

New Orleans Segson

New York House Show Opens Winter Social Season

The Madison Square Garden horse show opens Monday marking the winter season in New York. The event runs through May with dances at the Waldorf Astoria in December and February and Met Opera gala performances continuing. Notables include Mr and Mrs John Jacob Astor and Mrs Oliver P. Corry among others as society attends.

New York Madison Square Garde Waltorf-Astoria Jeln Jacob Astor Oliver Ketone Etbridge Corry Stuywesantigh Harry Payne Whithey S. Sufferin Vatley Mes. Burke Hovho Amt Tamea Ta Namodhani ASME

Question of Philippines sovereignty stirs diplomatic cables

A Madrid dispatch and wires from New York report that Spanish and American envoys weigh the Philippines future. Observers say Spain may seek partial support from other powers while the United States presses for full custody of the archipelago. Proceedings hinge on possible adjournments and how much pressure the great powers can bear.

New York Madrid Partz Philippines AUIS Wtticide England Senor Sagas Spain Mort Siuppork Penny The Phipps Wirhl Wilheda Abnadovar Firi Etoperor Areton London United States Ronmlaston Staten Have Demanded the Whole Archipelago. Witlout America Spalit Bit

Cotton Belt Pays $10000 Ag Tax Verdict and Charter Notice

State Capitol daily reports Cotton Belt Railway pays $10000 as ag tax rebate after pleading guilty in the suit brought by the state. Fort Worth and Rio Grande Railway pays $218.40 tax on cross passenger earnings of $21318.60 for quarter ended Sept 30. Temple Beth El of Corpus Christi charter filed with secretary of state. no capital stock. Election returns count by counties to secretary of state with thirty day tally.

Vie Cotton Belt Railway Starday Light Goel Day Cotton Belt Railroad Ate Loripy Geneva Forth Worth Rio Guilde Railroad Temple Beth el of Corst- Cadi Avera Te State Aftica Tavnary

A Texas Steer to Be Shown at Grand Opera House

A single performance of A Texas Steer will be presented at the Grand Opera House on Wednesday night. The evening features a vivid tale of coffee seekers told by a colorful applicant from the local area, promising a lively stage experience unmatched by prior writers.

Ihouse Weinesday la Promised Tnt Hag Apearedt Ho Andline Hoe Ridlentons Nfa X Colorett Thie

Newly Elected Commoners District Noted for Cleverness

A reportedly clever district selection draws attention as one of the sharpest moves seen in recent years, hailed for its strategic feel and notable decision making within the local political landscape.

Danor's Fourth Amide Top of Indies Event Declared Fun

The San Antonio Varn Verein hosted a brace ball last night despite uneven weather. Attendance was strong and many praised the evening as highly enjoyable, with attendees noting lively socializing and spirited performances.

San Antonio Varn Verein Phace Atfords

Gossip from Comfort area notes for November

Fragmented Prom Comport notes describe farm life with plowing and winter grain. Mentions families visiting relatives in San Antonio and Austin area. Several names and places appear in garbled form, including Comfort, Center, Center Tatnt, and others. text references celebrations and local social visits with limited clear events.

Brunt on Silares A Tont of Fieves of Fine Farming

In Meding county eleht miles from Hondo Aikiress Holl Lleht of ttee 11-13-46 details a tale of thieves of fine farming gear, horses, and implements amid abundant water. The fragment notes local farming life and a notable event near Hondo on November 13, 1946.

Meding Hondo Aikiress

Grand Mere season opens with Shakespearean triple bill

The Grand Mere season begins tonight with Louis AAs Kathy Widder Fred Warde and a renowned cast presenting Hamlet and Othello with elaborate costumes and staging. A celebrated master and his ensemble promise a rare theatrical treat for local audiences with Monday and Tuesday performances.

Louis Aas Kathy Widder Vred Warde Shakespearean Nmgntvicout le Amovienn Ehige Ol Toy Ves

County Commissioners Approve Collector's Report and Pay Vote

The county commissioners met yesterday and approved County Collector Cassiano's report for July August and September. Judge Jonas and Commissioners Salliway Wilkens WormMesent. The court also approved a pay vote for work on the Somerset vent Ainowallag-to SRS.

Cassiano Jonas Conmissioneres Salliway Hell Wilkens Somerset SRS

Election vote count to begin in San Antonio

The work on tallying votes from last Tuesday's election will start tomorrow morning in the county commissioners court room in San Antonio. The count must begin no earlier than the Monday after election, and may take several days, possibly until Thursday, with close contests drawing extra interest.

San Anonio Lharshay Lharshay That All the Votes Will Have Been Counted. Lis Oaer

Wind Bathing in Champagne History Misreads a Distant Tale

A fragmented note recalls champagne baths as a historical curiosity linked to Warsaw sightings and a Paris hotel chamber under Napoleon era influence. It mentions Jerome of Westphalia and a Strasburg merchant punished for bathing in spiced Rhine wine, reported long ago by New York Evald.

Hille Warsawy Angleterre Jerome Westphalia Wether Strasburg New York Eevald

Local riders depart for Mexico City bicycle tournament

Messie, AL Tuck and Charles Co sanangi leave today for Mexico City to participate in a bicycle tournament. Mr. Jack has just been discharged from U S Volunteer service by the muster out of Rae and Texas Infantes.

Messie AL Tuck Charles Cosanangi Teave Totay Mexico City Jack U. S Rae Texas Infantes

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