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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1907
Page
3
A fragmented OCR page notes varied items from a San Antonio area paper including a subscriber notice urging two addresses for a pager change, a railroad disaster reference, a romantic Iowa couple, a Kasaba doctor marriage, Thaw predictions for Thanksgiving, and assorted local notices on coupons, military grounds, a dog attack, a Pittsburgh court case, Oklahoma railroad rate actions, lumber price cuts, and Goldfield monetary plans.
The article discusses dissatisfaction with the timing and organization of the San Antonio International Fair. It notes community sentiment across Texas and Mexico favoring the fair and urges independent action to set annual dates when weather is favorable, to better accommodate a growing crowd and provide adequate entertainment and lodging.
The Star reports Torreon residents returning from the international fair in Gan Antonio. It warns San Antonio must boost health, accommodations, and entertainment or risk losing visitors and revenue to a competing event. The piece urges courage and coordinated action to avoid a regional decline.
The Boston Advertiser notes the president’s aim to foster national prosperity by removing unnecessary legal obstacles to business. It argues the latest Washington conferrals show finance leaders trust the president, praising his honesty and advocacy for reforms that the government can pursue for the country’s welfare.
A fragmentary report notes a broad cancellation of Woliees withdraws from New York savings banks as the widespread panics ease and wire-house liquidity improves, though details remain unclear.
A hotel clerk recalls the common problem of dealing with intoxicated guests who disrupt other patrons. The remedy, applied with discretion, involves removing a noisy guest to his room until sober enough to rejoin the lobby. The clerk shares a story of guiding a drunken visitor away, noting the motherly influence and firm approach often yields calm returns.
A fragment from a Philadelphia style notice urges readers to verify addresses and avoid errors, cautioning against misdirected mail or misaddressed shipments. The message emphasizes careful handling to ensure proper delivery and avoid misrouting.
An 11 year old boy was killed after being struck by a car owned by Halff and driven by W. B. Smith near San Pedro avenue and Elmira street. Coroner postponed the inquest to gather witnesses. Smith was arrested on reckless operation charges. bond set at $200. Eyewitnesses include J. Kawatz and EU Coppige. Funeral arrangements not yet announced.
The article reports two railroad switchmen filing separate lawsuits against the Galveston, Harris and San Antonio Railway and a related company, seeking a total of $65,000 and $36,000 in damages. Plaintiff W. M. Owens contends injuries from a fly date on a box car left him disabled, while Boyd Cardwell claims a fall caused by car bolts and switch casing may permanently injure him.
An old warning on the strain of city life links overeating and drinking to indigestion and ailments. The ad promotes Miona stomach tablets as safe, thorough, and lasting relief claiming to strengthen stomach muscles and aid digestion with a guaranteed 50 cent refund via Bexar Drug Co.
A white peddler’s murder near Lockhart sparked fear of lynching as two men, one recently released from prison, confessed to stealing 80 dollars after killing him. Ex president Arthur funeral closings paused city offices, while strikes by Southern Presse brakemen were feared. An odd exhibition of a mule and foal sparked local chatter as Abbott’s friends reportedly drank.
A meeting of Texas rate clerks will convene in St Louis on Monday to compile new passenger rate schedules from Oklahoma and North Texas. The effort follows the 2 percent rate change in Oklahoma. Fred Dagpatt, chief clerk, will represent the Sans Tonia and Aransas Pass railroad and travel by Saturday to reach Missouri in time for the opening of the meeting.
The railroad commission will hear Southern Pacific appeal over being required to switch cars from the International & Great Northern to the Government Hill spur at Austin on December 10. SP contends the spur is local and terminal facilities were built for its own lines, not for others. If the commission rules against SP, further talks may clarify terminal rights among competing railroads.
A large deer was struck and killed by a Denver and Rio Grande engine aboard Marshall Pass in Chaffee County Colorado. State Game Commissioner Farr was advised by the county sheriff and the animal was sent to Denver for disposal with proceeds to the department fund. The incident, unusual for a wild creature pursuing escape on railway lines, remains under official review.
All juries except one are excused as the Forty-fifth and Thirty-seventh district courts proceed with non jury cases. The Porty-litth district court has 113 old case dispositions, and the Fifty-seventh district court 74. The grand jury meets Monday under Judge Dwyer with several criminal matters pending investigations. Willis Williams faces trial for capital assault and armed robbery. Sallie Gibson’s purchase of 360,000 is noted in the defense’s requests and delayed trial orders.
An official from Mexico’s railway system visited Chicago this week seeking to press a claim to a bride, previously tied to the National Lines of Mexico. The visit, dated December, included meetings with several acquaintances from his recent stay in the city, with discussions centered on his asserted betrothal and past affiliations.
New York November 22 Oscar Murray was reelected president of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad company by the board of directors yesterday. Other officers of the company were also reelected.
Traveling passenger agent of the Southern Pacific, with headquarters at Houston, is in the city to review late developments and advocate interests of the company. C. Pay, general freight agent, is also mentioned in connection with railroad matters.
The Souther n Pacific headqu arters in New Orleans and other railroad officials travel from Dallas and Palestine to inspect the Texas fair. Agents from Katy International and Southern Pacific mingle with homeseekers, enjoying mild weather and touring the fair grounds as heavy travel to and from the event continues. Bicycles on easy terms at POTCHER NICK'S.
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