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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1907
Page
1
Elizabeth Panebilk, an 18 year old schoolgirl from Mascot, Read nickel thrillers and newspapers to plan a string of horse thefts in northeastern Washington. Arrested by Stevens County Sheriff W H Graham after riding a stolen horse, she was sent to Spokane County Juvenile Court and admitted to stealing horses and cattle on Colville Indian Reservation lands.
Decatur Alabama reports farmer Mordant nearly killed when a 14 foot 34 pound snake coiled around his body as he walked home from Joppa. He freed himself by stabbing and cutting the snake, aided by his family corroborating his account. The incident highlights the danger posed by the encroaching reptile.
About 30 patriotic women from across Georgia gathered in Augusta for the state convention of Confederate Daughters. Prominent speakers attended as the session aimed to honor Jefferson Davis and promote education about his life across schools and churches. The Mississippi origin movement seeks a general observance next year, with Norfolk hosting meetings. Local notices mention Homecnoke dinners and Burnett & Co. Undertakers.
Special to The Light Houston October 30 Galveston Harrisburg San Antonio Railway seeks college or technical school graduates or students for fast track positions starting in accounting and then district superintendents offices. Emphasizes merit over connections, with training across departments and ongoing library programs for workers and families.
In Aux Cayes a longshoreman falls overboard as a school of man-eating sharks gathers. Chief Officer Renlich of the Alleghany shoots a salt beef square to distract them, allowing rope rescue and saving the man from a grim fate.
The report notes cattle in good condition with expected strong winter range. Observers in Waco and nearby areas predict stock will fare well, despite unsettled conditions. Grass forage remains ample, and cattle are recovering within ten days, supporting steady winter supply.
In Butte Montana workers across Amalgamated Copper and related smelter firms face a wage cut from 4 to 3.50 per day under a sliding scale set to take effect November 1. About 7000 employees are affected, with machinists exempt due to not agreeing to the contract. Union meetings and notices have been posted, and the miners’ group vows to honor the existing contract while considering the new terms.
A general drive by the International Association of Machinists targets 130000 workers across New York and Canada for higher wages next spring. The union, with about 180000 members, claims large employer resistance and outlines tentative plans with railroad guilds east of Chicago for negotiated raises.
A local jury sat for the Mark Rice matter with mixed verdicts as eleven on Rice and one dissenting member. The proceeding led to a Woodmen entertainment night organized by Sam Meiston Camp No 65 with a supper and dance at the Sure building on Thursday. Committee members Rossnan W J Taylor and OB Christin organized the event and program.
A voluntary bankruptcy petition was filed by Ben Nevich of Aquila in Waco Texas listing liabilities of 15860 and assets. A second petition was filed by O. Barrow, creditor of Gamron Lisbilities 4050 with assets unknown. Also printed are expressions of gratitude for condolences on the death of John Sheridan and thanks to friends for floral offerings.
Homer D. Wade, longtime Business Men's Club secretary, will be hosted at a farewell reception in Waco. A gold watch will be presented in recognition of his valued service to the club and city. Wade is leaving to take a secretary post in another organization with a similar salary.
In a strained dispatch the Ute forces reportedly killed an army sergeant on the Cheyenne river reservation amid tensions. Reports say scouts and troops await orders as distribution control and hostile actions unfold.
A long, fragmented hotel arrivals list shows guests from New York, Dallas, Houston, Chicago, Cleveland, St Louis, Boston, and many other locales. Names include Mengeri Lela McNeman, M. PL Marish, G. AL Sutherland, and J. Hampton Holmes among numerous others, with destinations spanning across the United States and Mexico.
Superintendent L B Wolfe issues a circular with information and instructions for public school principals. It notes slate dates for grade cards on November 18 December 19 and February 30 with further dates to be announced after term end. Also announced is Dr W A Sutton address at the teachers institute at the high school building Saturday at 9 o clock titled Only Serial Supervision.
In Mexico City on June 3 T G Salazar head of Olver Typewriter Co Mexico City branch was arrested amid an embezzlement probe. Funds missing due to alleged theft over seven to eight months, totaling between 20000 and 76000 pesos. A female companion linked to the case also jailed. W A Parker, manager for Oliver Typewriter Co in the Republic, involved in custody.
A crowd observed two large Indian rattlers collected near Amruitia sent by Gxpress to Mx. Amrelin. The reptiles, larger and deadlier than local rattlers, will be shown at the San Pedro park zoo after baiting and handling demonstrations by Metaner and others.
The Army of Tennessee reunion to be held November 7 and 18 in Vicksburg Mississippi is being organized by its executive committee. Local officials, business leaders, and veterans representing both Confederate and Federal armies will attend. Governor Vardman and Mayor Gritchett will welcome attendees. Lieutenant General Stephen D. Ler will preside.
New York date Oct 38 an interior note says Norman Selby known as Kid Mer ww has moved into detective work with Fran Tebody a former central office detective. They plan to open an office on Fifth Avenue and start operations in the near future.
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