Militia Deploys to Colorado Coal Field Strike
Colorado National Guard moves eight companies toward the Southern Colorado coal fields to impose martial law in Huerfano and Las Animas counties amid a miners strike. Governor Ammons cites breach of peace and vows to bar strikebreaker importation while disarming workers and guards.
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Denver
Colo
Colorado National Guard
Colorado
Hurfano
Las Anitmas
Walsenburg
Trinidad
Ammons
Gienet
Pension Order Opposed By Grand Army Of The Republic
Led by Private John M. Dalzell the Grand Army of the Republic attacks a pension rule requiring Civil War veterans to prove family name a decade of employment before 1860 and produce a Bible record. Critics say many deserving veterans will fail to comply, especially Black veterans born into slavery.
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Washington, PD. C
John M. Dalzell
Grand Army of the Republic
War Records to Be Compiled by Pentagon Departments
Washington Oct 28 Records of the revolutionary war will be compiled at once by the war and navy departments Assistant Secretaries Roosevelt and Breckenridge will supervise the project The civil war records have already been completed in 104 volumes with 75 volumes on army struggles and the rest on naval clashes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
War and Navy Departments
Roosevelt
Navy
Breckenridge
War Departments
Dallas Prepares for Good Roads Days
A Dallas mass meeting aimed at organizing November 5 and 6 road building and promoting a permanent county group was held. Officers include Harry Olmstead as president of the new association, with leaders from most major local clubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Tex
Colquittt
Harry Olmstead
Telegraphers End Rock Island Strike Threat
Chicago reports no strike by 1560 Rock Island system telegraphers after a two week mediation conference led by G W W Hanger, an assistant federal commissioner under the Newlands act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
Rock Island
G. W. W. Hanger
Federal
Senate banking committee begins currency bill amendments
Actual work on framing amendments to the administration currency bill began today in the Senate banking committee. A central bank plan has committee support while House opposition and President Wilson signal possible compromise measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
Senate Banking Committee
House
Wilson
Local forecast for San Antonio region
Tonight and Wednesday unsettled with likely rain and a colder air mass moving in. Strong winds are not mentioned, but temperatures will drop from current levels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Early Morning Weather Readout Across Major Cities
Observations show temperatures ranging from 28 in Milwaukee to 62 in New York with cloudy conditions in most cities. Winds vary from north to south with speeds between 1 and 32 miles per hour, and several locales report rain or snow and a drop in the day’s low temperatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
St, Paul
Kansas City
New York
Boston
Washington
Widow Describes Death Of Admiral In Oregon Trial
Mrs. Jennie May Eaton testified in Plymouth Mags Oregon as cross examination continued. She recounted events two days before Admiral Eaton's death including conversations about harming him and potential plans to "put Mrs Eaton out of the way." She disputed earlier testimony from her daughter and described the admiral's illness and death while resisting memory of ordering Dorothy to retire early.
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Plymouth
Mags
Jennie May Eaton
Barker
Eaton
June
Mrs. Eaton
Dorothy
Admiral Eaton
How Would You Like To Own An Automobile
A Light Want Ad in The Light can connect buyers and sellers of used cars. Post a small classified ad to reach thousands of homes and find a vehicle at your price or locate a buyer for a machine you wish to sell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Light
Tribute to late Senator Morgan at Southern Commercial Congress
Delegates at Mobile honor Alabama's late Senator John T. Morgan for over 30 years urging an isthmian canal. Miss Cornelia Morgan attends as son and daughters participate with state auxiliaries. Secretary Daniels speaks on Panama Canal impact, defense limits, and navy mobility, noting coast defense gains and faster Atlantic–Pacific fleet movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Ala
Southern Commercial Congress
John T. Morgan
Alabama
Morgan
Wilson
United States
South
Congress
Cornelia Morgan
Washington
Senator Morgan
Thomas M. Owen
Erwin Craighead
Alabama Organization
Charles Shawhan
Emmett O'Neal
Louise G. Lindsley
Tennessee Congress
Parker
W. W. Finley
John M. Parker
New Orleans
Carnacalo
President Wilson
Panama Canal
Daniels
Maurice de Perigny
Canal
Pacific
Atlantic
New York
San Francisco
Cape Horn
Coldest weather of the season eyed for San Antonio
The local weather chief warns of an impending norther that could register the season’s coldest in the region within 24 to 48 hours as a southward moving high pressure system dominates the northwest. Temperatures range across the plains with lows near Winnipeg and Buffalo reports, while Texas expects rain then a sharp temperature drop.
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San Antonio
Alien Buell
Northwest
Saskatchewan
Buffalo
Denver
North Platte
Rapid City
N. D
Helena
Winnipeg
Texas
Five Men Die as Well Caves in at Frederick Oklahoma Site
A city well two miles west of Frederick collapsed this morning trapping five workers at the bottom and injuring two others. The 20 by 40 foot shaft flooded as the pump was moved to prevent further caving. Names of the dead were John Waggoner Mont Dean Bob Wilson Wells John Odell. The injured include Oliver Brewer Alvin Dean. Town officials and physicians aided in the rescue effort and expect more bodies to be recovered by night.
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Frederick
Okla
Town
John Waggoner
Mont Dean
Bob Wilson
Wells
John Odell
Oliver
Brewer
Alvin Dean
Baseball Was Her Hobby in Wilkes Barre Divorce Case
James Cooper of Larksville testified that his wife was a devoted baseball fan who attended games daily, while he admitted lacking interest and preparing meals alone. Judge O’Boyle sent the couple home with instructions to start over once the season ended and Mrs Cooper agreed to cook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes-Barre
James Cooper
Larksville
Mails Moving Again After New York Chauffeurs Strike
Mail flow resumed in New York as 126 Postal Transfer Company trucks operated with strike breakers on board after a four hour tie up. Secret Service men and police guarded the strike breakers while the mail congestion eased. Strikers seek higher pay and union recognition. The current wage is 100 dollars weekly for seven days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Postal Transfer Company
Secret Service
Lawrence Fagan Dies in Austin After 30 Years Here
Lawrence C. Fagan a longtime Austin resident died at his West Third Street home after a grocery business career. Funeral services were held at St. Marys Catholic Church with burial in Mount Calvary Cemetery conducted by Rev. Father Marr.
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Lawrence Fagan
Austin
Tex
Lawrence C. Fagan
West Third Street
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Mount Calvary Cemetery
Father Marr
Northeaster Storm Warning Cast Over Lake Superior
Weather bureau issued storm warnings along Lake Superior as marine traffic halted. Northeasterly blow expected to be the year’s fiercest with vessels waiting for the oncoming gale credited to the storm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duluth
Mann Ct
Lake Superior
United States Weather Bureau
Leased Wyre Day AP Report Highlights World News
The San Antonio Light notes its reliance on the AP Leased Wyre Day report as the primary source of daily global news, supplemented by its own large special news service. This partnership emphasizes AP’s role as a leading general news wire and the paper’s commitment to comprehensive coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio Bight
Associated Press
Light
Mexican band of armament runners to stand trial
Eleven members of the band accused of killing Deputy Sheriff Ortiz and wounding ex Sheriff Buck arrive from Cotulla and are held in La Salle county jail. A change of venue moves trials to January term. each prisoner will face separate trials. Names listed include Charles Kline J M Rangal L R Ortiz Abran Cisneros Luis Mendosa Bernardino Mendosa Leonardo Vasquez M Martinez P Perales E Aslade and Domingo Rosas.
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Ortiz
Buck
Carrizo
Springs
Cotulla
LaSalle County
T. H. Poole
la Salle
John.w. Tobin
Alfonso Newton
W. C. Linden
Dimmit
LaSalle
Charles Kline
J. M. Rangal
L. R. Ortiz
Abran Cisneros
Luis Mendosa
Bernardino Mendosa
Leonardo L. Vasquez
M. \. Martinez
P. Perales
E. Aslade
Domingo R. Rosas
Duke of Croy and Miss Leishman Wed in Geneva
Thousands gather at St. Joseph's Church as the Duke of Croy and Miss Nancy Leishman marry in Catholic rites by Abbe Blanchard. The couple depart for a honeymoon in Spain after the ceremony in Geneva present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Switzerland
Duke of Croy
Nancy Leishman
Abbe Blanchard
St. Joseph's Church
Geneve
Spain
Miss Katherine Elkins Weds William F R Witt in Washington
Miss Katherine Elkins daughter of the late Senator Stephen B Elkins married William F R Witt of Washington in Washington Oct 28. The ceremony surprised society as she had been linked to the Duke of Abruzzi as a possible fiancé in prior reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkins
W. Va
Katherine’ Elkins
Stephen B. Elkins
William F. R. Witt
Washieaton
Law Prohibits Run At Large For Lawrence County Livestock
An engrossing error delayed in Tennessee lawmakers placed a statute prohibiting owners of livestock in Lawrence County from running at large. The mistake was discovered yesterday after the law, intended for livestock, was enacted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Tenn
House
Senate
Tennessee
Lawrence’ County
Duty On Wheat Imports From Nonconforming Countries
The United States will not admit wheat and wheat flour free of duty from nations that refuse duty-free access to American wheat and flour. Assistant Secretary Hamlin of the Treasury announced the rule, with customs collectors notified. Britain Finland and The Netherlands are currently admitting US wheat and flour without duty.
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Washington
United States
Hamlin
Treasury Department
Great Britain
Finland
Netherlands
Pullman Texas Receipts Tax Reported for Q3 1913
The Pullman Company in Texas reported gross receipts of 218 829 40 for the quarter ending September 30 1913. Taxes paid to the state treasury totaled 10 941 47, representing a 5 percent tax on the gross receipts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Pullman Company
Texas
Comptroller’s Department
Treasury Department
Bartley Files Candidacy for General Land Office
T. M. Bartley of Lynn county announces his candidacy for commissioner of the general land office in the upcoming state election. He is a representative in the Thirty third Legislature from Lynn county and is visiting Austin. It is expected that J. T Robison, the current commissioner, will also seek re election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
T. M. Bartley
Lynn County
Tohaka
Diaz and Diaz followers flee to US warship for asylum
General Felix Diaz and two Mexican supporters fled overnight to the American gunboat Wheeling from Vera Cruz after seeking protection at the US consulate. They were joined by American journalist Alexander Williams and were immediately taken aboard the Wheeling for safety.
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Vera Cruz
Washington
Felix Diaz
Wheeling
United States
Bryan
Canada
Diaz
Mex
Jose Sandoval
Cecilia Ocon
Alexander Williams
General Diaz
Williams
General Diag
Evaristo
Daniel Madero
Monterey
San Juan de Ulua
Maas
Gustavo Maas
Vera Crug
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Army and Navy Departments
Ork
Sean
ST. 14A
Pedeix Diaz
Duke
Miss Leishman
Hutt
Abruzzi
Kiles
Bartley
THE
Sandoval
Ocon
William W. Canada
Consul Canada
War Department
Blum
I. Blum
Cecilo Ocon
Mexican Chamber of Deputies
Querido Mohene
Gustavo Madero
Jose Bonales Sandoval
Mexico City
Hite
Bernardo Reyes
National Palace
Capital
Francisco Aedero
Charles Hagadorfz
United States Army
Reyes
Cuba
Vera
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