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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1908

Page

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Bond Hearing For Homicide Suspect At Tide Dwyer Court

A habeas corpus hearing was held in the Seventh District Court over a man named Walter, a likely white defendant, accused of burglary at a store on West Commerce Street. The defense sought release claiming he was illegally detained for seven days in the county jail.

Habeas Corps Hearne Dwyer Miyey Beventh District Court Mt Walter A. Kanfmand West Commerce Street Justidy

Campaign events organize a countywide canvass in Bexar

The Democratic committee and Union campaign crew plan a series of house to house efforts and large meetings in Center Point Kerrville Alamo and market hall to rally support for Slayden and Onion. Speakers include Slayden Bur Bes Weinert Peeler and Onion with music and red fire promised.

Sofite Bexar County Ouion Tomerow Onion Center Point Yden Alagio Muza Kerrville Anion Slayden Bur Bes Gonzales FC. Weinert Seguin John L. Peeler Austin Market Hall Conessman Slavden Democratic County

Tale of Woe Fails to Stave Off Fine in Police Court

Samuel Johnson Smith testified in a police court case this morning with Bue Webbey and Oliver Bell, charged with taking part in a run an affray after a dispute over a craps game. The complainant described a clash over money, a razor drawn, and a chaotic scene as the other man allegedly struck.

Oliver Vera Houston Nigger Houston Aly Samuel Johnson Smith Bue Webbey Oliver Bell Hansson Smith

Bail Bond Refused Then Reduced for Man in Clothing Theft Case

Justice Fisk fixed a $509 bond which was waived. the accused was identified by Mrs Kant as having stolen clothing. The defendant claimed the clothes were given by a boyfriend. Judge Dwyer refused release but lowered the bond to $200.

Justice Fisk Tinthey Winch Kant Jaws Sam Dwyer

Meadaches and Neuralgia From Golds LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine

An advertisement for a worldwide cold and grip remedy promises relief from headaches and neuralgia through Golds LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine. It urges readers to request the full product name and look for the signature BE WW GROVE and 250, suggesting a prescription or branding cue.

GROVE

Dramatic Firelight in Canadian Woods At Grand Opera House

Sun’s Galveston News reviews Anastiene Evgeny Walter’s The Ol as a high order drama set in Canadian woods with present time. A denunciation and a wolf-haunted duel anchor a tense act. Realistic scenery and eerie phonograph wolves heighten the atmosphere. The San Antonio Grand Opera House also features The Burgomaster and a slate of variety acts promising strong entertainment this week.

Evgeny Walter Galvestion News Whch Nigen Bay Bronx New York San Atentonio Grand Opera

Vacuum Cotton Picking Machine aims to revolutionize harvest

A Missouri inventor claims a successful vacuum cotton-picking machine will save millions, has demonstrated its efficiency, and plans a new $500,000 plant in the South. He organized the Vacuum Cotton-Picking Machine Company with $3,000,000 capital, offering preferred and common stock to fund production and expand factory facilities and sales nationwide.

United States Nait North Pole South Olive Street St. Louis Postal Western Union Missouri

Fragmented Voice Fragments Prompt Reflects Modern World

A cryptic, fragmented text speaks of worldly people and modern peril. The speaker invokes imagery of champagne and a devilish world, implying a critical view of contemporary society and moral decay.

Buffalo Bill Wild West heads to town on November 7

The program will feature Devlin's Zouaves Buffalos Bill's Wild West acts. Col. Wm Coly's cavalry charges are planned with ticking bronchos trained mustangs Indian battles and dances. Also shown will be The Battle of Summit Springa and The Great Train Hold-up along with new buoy sports.

Buffalo Bill Delis Devlin Wild West Wm.Coly Summit Springa

Plea Fails to One Him in Theft Case

Charles Smith, a Black man, was sentenced to three years in the state penitentiary after pleading not guilty to theft from the person. The jury heard that Smith allegedly picked pockets of John Thompson, taking coins and small items, while Thompson slept. Smith testified he found the items abandoned on the sidewalk and denied stealing them, recounting a confusing city scene and questioning by the district attorney.

John Thompson Charles Smith Hara Laber Smith Smalth Andy Thittle Andy Buttle Elmireh Tistriet

President May Write Great American Drama

Washington reports President Roosevelt may pen The Great American Drama if inspiration strikes. Frederick Thompson and Mariel Tangferro note the president’s fondness for stage stories where the villain is foiled, while teasing a possible theatrical collaboration in the future.

Washington Roosevelt Africa North Pole Frederick Thompson Mariel Tangferro Atv Theodore Radsavelt Mr. Thimpon Iso

Cleveland RY Co Receiver Sought In Federal Suit

The Sentral Trust Company of New York as trustee bondholders filed in federal court seeking a receiver for the Municipal Traction Company formerly operating the Cleveland Railway. Judge Taylor issued a temporary order freezing all funds except those needed for wage payments.

Cleveland Sentral Trust Company of New York Cleveland Railway Company Muntelpat Traction Company Taylor Monicpal Company

Peacock Resigns as International Club Secretary

Secretary L Peacock resigns from the International club due to lack of time. The vacancy follows P W Shephard’s departure. Peacock had served as secretary-manager for the Credit Man's Association and was considered to have done good work, with his decision announced to Winchester Keira, the club president.

Business Men's Club Pho L. Peacock International Club P. W. Shephard Credit Man's Association Peacock Winchester Chip Mms

Marriage Licenses Granted in Local Notices

R Oshon and C Rochester wed, Wilford M Moore and Tara Mae Endwotss also licensed. Celenting Herein aid BulWdia Gar appears in the listed marriages.

R. Oshon C. Rochester Wilford M. Moore Tara Mae Endwotss BulWdia Gar

Why Suffer From Catarrh Hyomel Cure Ad

A historic ad warns readers that catarrh germs rot the nose and throat causing itching bad breath and weakness. It promotes Hyomel Australian dry air treatment offered by Baxar Drug Co promising to cure catarrh bronchitis and coughs for 1.00 with a money back guarantee.

Baxar Drug Co Drig Co

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