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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1907

Page

8

Local society notes and events in a Texas town

The Needlework Guild distributes garments with praise for Drs. Hulff Tell and Dorothy Davenport travel plans to Washington and New York Mrs Davenport visits Parkage AGE St Mark's auxiliary event and church invitations Music Department of the Women’s Club meets Agnes James hosts luncheon for Miss Jeanie Downie Garden party and social rounds describe fashion and society chatter with mentions of Miss Nana Davenport and Miss Agnes James

Irs C. J. Davenport Harris East Virginia Washington New York Davenport J. W. Armstrong A. W. Houston Guikd Alex Hlulff A. L. Tell Dorothy Jost Bist Wlaht Agnes James Jeanie Downie

Alleged brutality inquiry sparks civic probe in South Alamo

Witnesses summoned to appear before a court to investigate alleged abuse by private cavalrymen near South Alamo. A drunken arrest led to firing and claims of police bias. Major Gardin defends the officer as residents press for transparency with Mayor Callaghan ordering an immediate city hall inquiry this afternoon.

Sour Adiney Pier Gans J. H. Gavdiny Tital Cavalry Gardier Personelly Garday Callighan Cullaghan

Misconduct Claims Spark Debate Over Soldier’s Arrest

Fragmentary report notes accusations of excessive force during an arrest and disagreements over authority and consequences. No clear names or dates are readable, but the passage hints at a questioning of conduct and potential punishment depending on evidence.

Etty Paitee

Frisco Regenerate Clergyman Blames San Francisco For City’s Decline

Philadelphia clergyman Rev. Dr. John B. Thouis, speaking to the Pennsylvania Presbyterys synod, denounces San Francisco as emblematic of national decline. He asserts Christian America neglected mission work as the city’s population grew while church membership did not. He blames both cities and America for the deteriorating urban condition and urges renewed home missionary effort. The note includes an invitation dance on October 26 by local firms.

Philadelphia Peon America John B. Thouis San Francisca Aynod Pennsylvaniia Peres Serlin Thonas Francisco Tolly Thopiog Chirelea Priges Deaton Ver Hill Arts Munale Presbyterian Kansas City Slam Sale de San Antonio Drug Co San Antonio, Tex

Riverside Park Baptist church hosts residents event

The Ald Society of Riverside Park Baptist church invites residents of Mrs. H H Weber at 129 Highs Avenue to an event on Thursday October 24 from 7 to 9 pm. The First Christian church hosts a reception tomorrow evening at the residence of Mr and Mrs Emmet on Latire Heights. Rev W W Wharton and Mrs Wharton will attend.

Tndins’ Ald Society Riverside Park Baptist Church HH. WW. Weber Highs Avenue First Christian Church Emmet West Latire Heights W. W. Wharton

Arrival roll at San Antonio hotels lists numerous visitors

Voss of Atlanta and a long list of guests from Chicago Los Angeles Omaha New Orleans and many Texas cities register at the Menger and other hotels. Names include G C Fiske G H Nixon O B English Arthur English H B Lewis W F Adams J R Sint Charles Courtney J B McAtloo W A Mangum J S Callaway W W Watt and others. Visitors come for business and sightseeing with stays noted at the Menger Southern and other hotels.

Voss Atlanta San Antonia Menger G. C. Fiske Munger G. H. Nixon Los Angeles O. GB. English English Erie & Nichiigan Railroad and Steamship Company of Chicago Arthur English Omaha H. &. Lewis L. B. Haldwin Rockport T Davenport San Antonio Bilexi John S Callaway Toston

Evelyn Thaw Testimony and $150000 Demand Across Case

Evelyn Thaw is alleged to demand $150000 as part of testimony surrounding the Harry Kendall Thaw scandal. The article notes prior payments of $250000 and hints at ongoing pressure to obtain more funds, with implications for her willingness to testify in the sensational case.

Thaw Case Witnesses Expected to Clarify Jane Eyre Trial

The lengthy court narrative centers on Evelyn Nesbit and Thaw wife testimony as pivotal in the murder case. Reports claim Nesbit may withdraw from further participation, while supporters hint she could compel new light on events preceding the shooting and her husband’s defense risks.

Stanford White Thawsille Thaw Evelyn Nesbit Tlae Roger O'Mara Hiv New York Willy Re Harry Thaw

No Raise in Yale Fees Delayed by Minoth Seto

In New Minoth Conn the Fide corpordan postponed raising tuition in the academic department. The shelved policy followed a broad vote at the academic fare and advisory caut cil. Presidents Tradley favored Cras with grounds noting similar actions at many small eastern colleges.

Birth Announcements From Local Residents

Birth notices list Von Wirttee and wife at 12 Detgade Bay, WP Clark and wife at 733 Montana Street, Antonie Olpuin and wife at 1604 Jones Arena. Other entries show probed names and street addresses, though several words are garbled.

von Wirttee Detgade Atreet Bay Clark Montana Street Sir Antonie Olpuin Jones Wits

Formation of Legless Men Society in Cincinnati Ohio

An informal convention of legless men in Cincinnati forms an organization named the Legless Men Society. Key organizers include Noth Cusher, Bunfkost, dimes McCassan, Keys W, Julian Brown, and AdotierL Martz. The group aims to promote cheer and support among its members and seeks broader fellowship within nearby towns.

Cincinnati Jegless Dimes McCassan Jinetion City Keys Sind Julian Brown Fostoria Oho Sya Adotierl Martz Greenville Olue Chives Tito Eheer Suneline

Burial Permits Notice With Fragmented Names and Ages

Fragmented burial permits listing multiple individuals with ages and addresses. Names are garbled with inclinations to senility and illness. Includes references to Santa Rosa area and North Pine streets. details are unclear due to OCR errors.

Charles Aron Akerland Rightwood Avenue Amonth Joseye Mercddes Garria Barada Street Pine Dultote Street

No Army Promotions Washington Out Look

The Army promotions outlook for the next year appears promising with several colonels nearing retirement. The Chief of Engineers holds the line for the command, while other colonels will retire or leave active service, opening chances for advancement.

Washington

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