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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1907
Page
5
Atlanta delegates from the United States and international partners met in Atlanta to discuss a three day conference on cotton growth and processing. Leaders warned against futures speculation and explored methods to improve handling and pricing to benefit growers and spinners.
Shanghai reports a welcome letter from thirty four guilds sent to Secretary Taft, signaling a ceremonial greeting as he is expected to arrive on Tuesday. The scene reflects formal ties between Chinese representatives and the visiting official amid diplomatic goodwill.
Grand Chapter of Texas Order of the Eastern Star gathers in Dallas with grand officers already in the city. The Menger Hotel hosts officials while Berthovant Well hosts meetings. opening ceremonies anticipated as delegates prepare for a major regional event. notable attendees include Mrs Brown of Houston and T J Tucker of Plantersville as committees finalize arrangements.
The International Club of San Antonio offers two gold medals for the best essays by school pupils on a designated subject. One medal goes to a Spanish speaking pupil in private school, the other to an English speaking pupil in the public system. Essays must be original with no quotations. The club will appoint two committees to oversee the contest and publish regulations. Both genders may participate and awards will be presented at year end ceremonies.
Jod Getz a Gonzales photographer and brother in law of Mix and Clowens Rotter was seriously hurt this afternoon while riding a bicycle on Alama pliéa. A hack carrying Mayor Bryan Calla ghan swung toward East Crockalt street and ran him down. he was thrown, wheels passed over his body, and he received temporary aid before being hospitalized at 1919 Hast Crockett Street. Getz and two brothers had come from Gonzales earlier to attend Ars Nitsche funeral.
The Southwest Presbytery adjourned at noon at the Utlea Street church with most delegates set to travel to Isrownwoor for the state synod convening Wednesday. Appointed delegates include Rev. H. W. Hoon Rev. B. J. Dickey Rev. A. G. Janes and James Anderson. The next presbytery meeting will be in Victoria next April.
The funeral for Juan F Hernandez, aged 4, was held at 2 PM at his home on 603 South Concho Street then at San Fernando Cathedral. He leaves a widow, several children, his mother, three brothers Blas Guadalupe and Edward, a sister Mrs. Winetin, and other relatives. Hernandez died Sunday afternoon after a long illness.
Special to The Light. Cleveland Ohio. Adrian, a condemned assassin, believes the gallows will kill him. He has foreseen October death, canceled two life insurance policies, and fears the verdict’s finality. Friends fear temporary insanity, hoping he recovers before the anticipated death date.
Showers expected tonight and Tuesday from Lecer wacattsi forecast. The 12 hour minimum temperature ending at 8 this morning was 72 and the 24 hour maximum prior was 38. Winds at 8 am were 4 miles per hour. Temperature records today, year over year, are noted with mixed figures in the Texan region. The Texan regional weather report and county weather summary will be on page BI.
Beeville Texas faces a dengue outbreak as cases rise across the town. A visitor from Brownsville contracted the illness, with initial infections reported among local residents and the boarding facility’s immediate area. The health threat spreads despite efforts to curb it.
Goshen N Y Oct ? A murder case opened as Charles Benty Ragera faced charges of killing dairy farmers Frederick and Willis Olney and their housekeeper’s daughter Alice Hengtich The defense cites injuries Rogers suffered years ago in a railroad accident Rogers wife who has supported five children visited the scene for the first time since his arrest but she waited long.
A bustling morning at the thirty seventh district court draws heavy turnout from city police and detectives already present, with Fire Chief Wright and Assistant Chief Bishop among witnesses. Attorneys and clerks prepare for a day filled with summonses as cases shift on the docket and lawyers race to file last minute motions, reflecting a high demand for testimony.
Judge Dwyer of the thirty seventh district court urged the grand jury to enforce the Baskin McGregor liquor law and to pursue violators carrying pistols or knives. He charged jurors to indict all who break intoxicating liquor regulations and to uphold the Rankin McGregor act, with emphasis on lawfulness and duty across government departments.
Government accountants inspect Standard Oil records as part of the antitrust suit. Kellogg seeks access to a New Jersey and Broadway ledgers showing the coast company’s operations under new ownership with same interests to avert losses. The aim is to prove continued control and hidden transparency while defending Pacific coast business.
In San Pedro park Sunday a large blue bullsnake devoured a live five foot rattlesnake before a crowd of spectators. The reptile’s meal lasted several minutes as the rattler was swallowed head first. the onlookers watched in awe while staff prepared to wake the snake keeper after the event. Superintendent Amrein notes this is the first time the creature has shown sustained feeding in this manner.
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