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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1907

Page

7

Panama Canal Stirs Russia to Action Rumor Flood

Readable fragments describe rumors of a Russo oil treaty linked to the Panama Canal and tensions involving Russia, St. Petersburg, and Admiral or naval moves. The text also advertises vegetable remedies, a drug store, and door offerings from local merchants.

Panama Canal Russia Loudun St. Petersbure Maile Viadivostok Wah Washington Sraal Ip Ter

Visitors to the Alamo greet a long list of attendees

Gelber opened with a large stream of visitors at the Alamo. The register shows numerous names and hometowns from cities like St. Louis, New Orleans, Dallas, Galveston, San Antonio, and beyond, including individuals with titles and affiliations. The list names Miss Modeste Tumilton, Maude, and many others, reflecting a broad turnout and diverse origins.

Gelber Alino Yegistrar Hong DR. McDutt Teresary T. Brown Fliss Ray Brown City Hylan K. M Nunway Jehey Mal Sapwlot J. Ty Samoul Manitou Cola W. L. Ward Graford Tex DL. Buckner Winchester Poin M. Wright Montono Wh. Win W. Martin St. Louis Rummel Mir Jet Wre J. Moralin Maude Henny H. Bass Pleasanton Nellie Kiroan Galveston Modeste Tumilton N. Schwarty Ni Orleans Bert Kahn Seguin Wreace Herbert Savarnal Jones Dallas Joyce Bianche- Waddington Ashtibula Alice Needham McAlister I. Staffel Clara Staffel Giada San Antonio M. J. Green J. 'l Spurlin A. Th. Gragg B. BE. Mansey John P. Carter J. F. Copeland W. P. Hiemnan Comanche I. Times Mattie Dupree Yu Ou Okla A. W. Nichols Rexburg Isha Mra J. M. Carter Michel Payne John Payne B.D. Johnson J. T Bmalley Caddo Cornelius van Fexvoort John J Whne Covington Walter F Brown Pittsburg T. M. Beatt Mafiasa Agnes Cuball Fort Sara Houston Scott Wirst Vally W. M. Willoughby Harper Mleneher Providence R. T

SPLENDID PALACE ABODE OF THE ROOTS

City of Mexico reports Secretary Root and party arriving for a visit with President Ulvaro and hosting events at the National Palace. Root, Mrs Root, and Miss Root reside in Chapultepec palace with elaborate furnishing and ceremonial receptions planned, including a banquet and formal entertainments by Mexican officials.

City of Mexico Orb Root Ding Byers Ulva Ils Republic Wing Wie Nacional Palace Ay Ioelock United States Chapultepec Palace Grew Palace Marhustadors Central Station Wr. Root Toot Prom Ithe National Station Enteralen Mages Anis Ie Chapultops Léa Wag

Beaten Weather Forecaster Faces Mocking Gibe

In a roadside exchange a state legislator mocks a visiting weather forecaster. The unnamed speaker questions the forecaster about a weather beat as bystander reactions mix disbelief and humor. The moment captures tension between politics and meteorology.

Texas State Fair at Dallas Ready for Twenty Second Meet

Special to The Light Dallas Oct 1 improvements for the State Fair of Texas October 19 to November total 101980 dollars. 30,000 for driveways and walks 10,000 for new agricultural building and club house 20,000 for livestock and racing improvements 23,000 for sanitary and general repairs. Over four hundred horses on grounds by opening. over two thousand head of exhibition stock expected. 40000 in stakes and purses. dairy products exhibit and agricultural shows to prove Texas preeminence. diverse acts including Seymour’s band and Delamotte’s citadel. three daily programs free to visitors. over 100 new shows planned.

Dallas Tex Texas South James Moroney Union Xole Panhandle Seymour Delamotte Citadel Eutie Suzimore India Anita Vaul Faunh Merry Maulkens

Apportionment of Confederate Pensions Announced

Austin Texas October 1 The comptroller announces apportionment of Confederate pensions for the next two quarters at 16 dollars per quarter. The next quarter begins soon. Two hundred fifty thousand dollars is apportioned for the upcoming six months. The increase in pensions is about 500 bringing total to around 8500 dollars.

Epnortion Pengiona Austin Tex Comproller

Expenditure and aid report from Bexar Dwug Co community drive

The ready response to need enabled eight children to enter school with clothing and supplies. Fourteen others and eight adults were expelled or aided with clothing and essentials. Mrs Haley reports six cases of destitution, 44 visits, 45 applications. Funds provided groceries, milk, medicine, meals, lodging, transportation, hospital care, and employment for nine people. Receipts show 68.85 time and 4.00 disbursements. subscriptions and small donations from local figures total 88.7h with several named contributors.

Haley Rha Hes Jeue Frany Michgood

Court No Solomon Dismisses Case

Menuel Buero and Jose Talliste clashed over use of Bun Pedra irrigation ditch water. The court could not decide the precise time water should be released due to differing watches. The defendant was cautioned to be more careful in manipulating the gate.

Menuel Buero Jose Talliste Bun Pedra Stey Mayera Corporation Court

Fraternal Meetings and Social Events Dominate Wednesday Night

Fraternal groups in San Antonio host numerous meetings at Woodmen and Pythian halls, including Olive Grove and Tornar venues. A memorial service for Hoveraign Co. Oberaign, entertainment by Arizt's orchestra, and a Woodmen family party drew many members and guests.

Olive Grove Tornar Hall Omye Grove No Woodumen Circle Arizt

Silk Petticoats Offer Attracts Shoppers In Bold Ad

An old classified style ad promotes colored silk petticoats at 7 50 a pair with a final lot noting wings and taffeta quality. It lists shades pale blue pink white pearl champagne yellow lavender purple brown and four changeables, highlighting flounced shirred deep flonnees and superior quality for the price.

Women Men’s Accessory Jacket Description

An item described as well shaped and half fitted allows slipping on and walking off with it without alterations or bother. Available in red green and eminence. Priced at $49.75.

Pythian Sisters and Masonic Groups Plan Meetings in San Antonio

Local lodge committees discuss an entertainment event by the Pythian Sisters. San Antonio lodge No 216 Elks holds a regular meeting with nine of twenty seven candidates seeking degrees. Germania Lodge 1038 Knights and Ladies of Honor reports many immersaries this month and plans ongoing work. Loyal Americans of the Republic Assembly No 78 prepares for tonight’s meeting with expected strong attendance.

Wosalehiy Campy Toodmen Wooten San Anitonio Lodge Independent Order of His Fellows Odd Pellows Adah Order of le Eastern Star Maganic San Antonio Assembly Loyal Rcins Shé Republic Germania Lodge Uights and Ladies of Honor Pythian Anton Wenzel Loge Hermann Sons Pythian Sisters Germania Germain Lodge Lodter Germania Inde Bun Bhedy Brothers and Fisters

Local Mortuary Notes Dr Lane Dies After Birth Decline

Dr B Lane died last night at his daughter Mrs Blocker s residence 1024 San Pedro Ave after births fell in the city. Survived by four children J F Blocker RN Lane W B Lane S Lane and NG Lane. Funeral from Mrs Blocker s home at 10 tomorrow with burial at Dignowby cemetery. Also obituary of Joe Tryin a retired businessman who died at home 168 West Quinny Street aged 41 with five sisters and four brothers surviving. Funeral arrangements to follow.

City It. M. Lane KR. Macker San Petro

Death claims Mrs Nannie Williams at 06 Garden Street

Mrs Nannie Williams died yesterday at her home after a month of illness. She came for health but did not recover from lung disease. Remains will be sent for burial from Hutton Valley Mo. She leaves one son, a daughter, and two sisters. Booth Funeral. Funeral services for John A Todh were held yesterday at the home of his aunt, Mrs Mary A Sharfein, 204 Arsenal Street, with Rev Brooks officiating. Interment in Atima Aasonie cemetery.

Nannie Willams Nannie Williams Qarden Street Lu Lung Formar Ham Hutton Valley Wil Toley Ba Tva Hur Wantedotala Vekorins Oweres Ty Cap K. Grovie Coa. Denny Thoms Binith Te Rutledge L.A. Marper BR. Rowley Atima Aasonie Cemetery Skwartz Max Edward Shorts Verntrud Jermou Joseph Cometary

Out of Town Deaths Mention Annie McCamy

Special Cable from Waco Texas dated October 7 reports Mrs. Annie McCamy, last U.S. address, who had been here previously for about a year, died yesterday. A brief photograph and caption accompanied the notice.

Annie McCamy Waco Tex Annie McGawy

Georgia-born grandmother and local city figure pass away

Aged 82, Mrs. Terrell of Austintown dies after lingering illness. She was native to Georgia and a member of the Methodist faith. She leaves behind Mrs. J. D. Harlow and J. Gaid 8, J. Smith of this city. Remains will be sent to Greenville for burial.

J. D. Harlow J. Gaid J. Smith Georgia Nfe Jong J. Terrell W. A. I Terrell Fife Comptroller’s Department Greenville

Medical Board Meets in Waco for Oct 21 Exam

The newly appointed state medical board met in Waco on October 1 to discuss rules governing the upcoming Worth Worth exam slated for October 21. Attendees included Dr. M. E. Daniel of Waney Grove, Dr. D. Mitchell of Port Worth, Dr. Kiswell of Minor Wells, and Dr. G. B. Forene of Waco.

Waco Tex State Medical Board Iat Heer Wort Worth M. E. Daniel Waney Grove D. Mitchell Port Worth Kiswell Minor Wells G. B. Forene

Two Get State Jobs in Texas Committees Appoint Clerks

Speetal to The Light reports that in Austin Texas Clyge Smith, late secretary of the senate, was appointed to a position in the warrant office of the department Craver C Robertson of Dallas also received a clerkship in the department.

Speetal Austin Tex Ork Comptrab Llow Clyge Smith Iste Senate Craver C. Robertson Didlas

Funeral notice for Max Edward Skwartz aged twenty sly years

Max Edward Skwartz died this morning. Funeral from the family residence at 230 Pereida Street at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Ontohur 2. Interment at Joseph's Cemetery. Friends and relatives invited to attend.

Max Edward Skwartz Pereida Strest Ontohur Joseph's Ceametory Uttend

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