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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1908
Page
4
Early morning report outlines two preparatory steps toward confirming November election results. Details reference the conveyance of election materials to county sites and ongoing court-house actions. The boardroom notes indicate items recently purchased by the commission and administrative steps underway.
A report states Maria Goodlac and G. Dewees were charged with shooting incidents, each facing $10 fines in police court. The text is garbled but indicates a 20 dollar payment for shooting and multiple defendants including a white man and a person named Maria, with military references.
W O Lipsedimb departed this morning or the 17 o clock train for Lattie Creek Michigan where he was summoned by the illness of his son J K Linscomt of Luling who has been at the Battts Creek sanitarium Milam Lodge No 2 Ancient Order of United Workmen will mark the fortieth anniversary of their order at Turner hall October TMS with a grand waltz dance and music by The Altal orchestra.
S A Rutherford known as Santi Claus will leave tonight for Galveston to take a Tremont job as chief day clerk. P Rainer departs the Menger, moving to a higher position, with Mr Rutherford succeeding him as night clerk. The Reliance plan by tuper and William Klappentach covers piano work, with both phones 1782.
Jim Collins and his wife returned from Lockhart to Nisante Woebile aboard the San Marcos route from San Marveos. They arrived around 2 o clock after a long trip and noted they woke late. Me. Collins commented on the travel and an ongoing drilling project aims to increase flow.
The Warmonyet reports a forthcoming election night with events noted for November. The message references participants and games for June, indicating a planned schedule and announcements surrounding the election night activities.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a public safety incident on the Sol Pacific railway near Page toaneh af the Sol Pavifie line. Mentions We OMght too bteike and Darned. details unclear.
Fragmentary report describes gravel trains between San Maress and Voylor for ballast on a rail bed. Work is near completion, with late Autote timing. Heavy freight movement along the 1. GN rail row, trains moved to pits where gabberis work continues. A party of f Jon, Neve last night for Senty Anne, Tolownan county.
Bid for printing the new course or study was issued and bids are expected to be in the hands of teachers within a week. The course revision follows changes in the banks and faced strong opposition from superintendents and principals who aided the process.
The school board will meet tomorrow morning at the board offices for a tour of local schools. Two unnamed vehicles have been chartered for the trip as members visit various school facilities in the city.
Partial OCR lists several marriage licenses with names including Movsis Guiick Grune Gue erin Codala Rodei Cattmill Lata A RA Sir Frances Allen Cryptotani Rivas Ramirez Stewart and others, all connected to Angelia area. Details and correct spellings are unclear in the damaged text.
A fragmentary note from a grateful patient thanks a physician at the Monger Hotel in Austin for a successful facial surgery. The letter praises the doctor and mentions the surgeon’s work on a facial cancer. It also references pleasure from a La Fayette Novelty company entertainment at Quayle tonight.
John Ashton sues the Bic of San Antonio for 10000 dollars in a personal injury case. He claims a fall on an iron bar protruding from a sidewalk and a carnival tent rope caused serious, permanent injuries while the city hosted the San Antonio Street Carnival. The San Antonio Carnival association is represented and attended the proceedings.
An election note from a damaged OCR fragment mentions Simpson and Ayuwe in a gubernatorial contest. The garbled text obstructs clear details but implies campaign activity and a candidate named Simpson.
Special to The Light Houston defendants seek to block a federal injunction claiming no jurisdiction and threaten dissolution by Webb County District Court if the decree stands. Marshall Gibbs represents the defendants as supporters of a party split deny GOP links and cite a 400 Mesican? vote dispute tied to congressional garnet and Simpson for power.
The International club plans a Thanksgiving night fete for Mexican children attending school. Claud V. Birkhead chairs the entertainment committee and will lead a 7:20 meeting to discuss a program for the event at the club lot.
Special to The Telegram El Paso Texas October 26 reports freezing temperatures rain and cold wind harming cattle in the district Snow begins to fall in parts noting temperatures around 28 to 32 degrees locals report increased livestock losses and shelter needs across the area
The article reproduces Mr. Onion’s self defense over his legislative record, claiming he authored many bills yet notes most died in committee or the Senate. It documents his critique of Speaker and House actions, his insistence he represents his county, and calls his assertions into question as boastful.
The fragmentary readable text notes a weather page from New Orleans and a prediction for Sag Antoniys and vicinity. It mentions a high pressure system dominating the western country while a low retreats to the lake region, with rain likely caused by a storm near the gut entwined with the high.
Special to The Light Palestine Texas Gateker 26 Gov Erney Campbell left today for Dallas to consult physicians there and likely to attend the state fair. He expects to return in time to vote in November.
October 26 report from Snedal to The Light describes Deputy Sheriff Tom Snow and officers pursuing a burglar who entered Joe Fowler’s Brooke early morning and rifled a can drawer. The thieves attempted to pry Fowler’s rate and the post office gate but failed.
A meeting is set for Wednesday at 4:80 PM in Terrell and Terrell offices with Mrs. H Halff to finalize terms for the Halff Memorial School donation. Sources indicate the school board and Halff interests have agreed, with details pending Mrs. Halff's return from New York. The contract may be closed at the session.
About 400 artillerymen from Third Field Artillery command Major Lucian G. Berry depart Fort Sam Houston at 7 this morning for a three day hike. First day goes to Leon Springs maneuver grounds, second day marches over the reservation, third day returns to San Antonio via nearby routes. Batteries A B and CG with Headquarters and band, plus the unit, will camp Leon Springs November 2 for about 10 days under Major W C Brown. The Fort Sam Houston quartermaster office will advertise today for bids to grade and pour reinforced concrete watering troughs for a brigade post addition stable.
Arthur Groszenhigen faces assault with intent to murder Martha Real in Uzih district court this afternoon. Defense plans to request a continuance for material witness availability. Jurors were sworn for the week as proceedings adjourn after initial juror panel.
August Limburger theft case cited with John W W Kathinana suit against Mrs Warren and Andy Warren for debt foreclosure. Fortyfifth District Court lists a divorce petition by Gertinude Mitchell against Did ney Mitchell. Jury panel announced with names including Mike Trauger Johnsen Jas Inckal and others.
Birth notices list Gin Dorn and Odubart Shin Ue as newborns. Acknowledgments mention Mrs. Dhaniody and a new residence at 808 Palmatte. The fragmentary notice reads like an advertisement style birth announcement with unclear details remaining.
Sleuths and watchmen trap two big brown bears after a night raid on a Chicago commission house. A stockyard owner arrives, delivers a kick to the larger bear, and guards secure the scene as detectives and private watchers end the disturbance. No injuries reported.
A report notes a man described as Roto, now retired, observed maintaining orderly conduct and a calm presence in a local setting. The piece highlights his disciplined demeanor and steady routine as a notable public impression.
The Liberals claim large Liberal support in Quebec with expectations of gains. Conservatives say they will win a majority in the province, projecting strong victories in the race for seats.
Dallas October 26 independent telephone men began a convention meeting in Dallas with a focus on industry issues and technology. The gathering brings together company representatives and engineers to discuss services, upgrades, and cooperative efforts in the Texas region.
The Dallas area tariff was amended to adjust rates on seed corn products. The commission reduced charges to curb excessive mileage costs, with notices affecting Tex Avelin Mexia Waxahachie and nearby routes. Officials aimed to stop overcharges while maintaining adjusted freight terms.
In Everybody's Magazine a humorous note describes a jury delaying a simple case. The foreman complains of the delay and is humorously told to go back for more deliberations, prompting a quip about twelve suppers. An employment notice for the U.S. Army seeks able-bodied married men 18 to 35 with good character in San Antonio.
Grain prices for wheat corn and soybeans are listed with various No 2 grades and prices from Kansas City and Fort Worth. Cattle hogs and calves markets show modest gains with hogs near 2.00 and cattle top around 5.40 per cwt. Fogg beef prices rise with choices up to 6.75.
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