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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1907

Page

7

Benson Murder Trial Moves Toward Jury Verdict

The Benson murder case proceeds with the defense calling witnesses while the state wraps its testimony. From 12 to 25 witnesses are expected, with aims to show Mitchell was armed and was stolen by Benson. Courtroom attendance remains high as Sanches sues San Antonio Water Works for damages from alleged injuries.

Benson Mitchell Bouson Praeists Sanches Iriel Jose Sanches San Antonio Witter Works Company Daumges

Unclear OCR item recounts arrests and local notices in Dallas

Fragmentary report mentions an arrest at Rimmtarah and a charge of attempted crime. It lists officials including Emma Kingsley and John Walter, a poultry fundraiser near the Gongalra road, and a marriage in Sharer Street. Names, places, and actions are inconsistently presented due to OCR errors.

Kingsley Humane Society Mingeley Emma Texas Finmane Society Dallas Wen Vibe Tredl Travall Worthy Wrotethey John J. Walter San Antonio Sal Antonia W. Kingsley, Tey A. WB. Garden John B. Walter

Robbery Case to Grand Jury and Local Notices

Police report Robbery case to grand jury with Steven Moore and Ambrose Carpe arrested for assault and robbing George Brogro. Brooks recounts head wound and $7.50 theft. County clerk issues two marriage licenses to G T Long with Lula Williams and Henry Bunton with Mar Mente Desmane. saloon licenses granted to EH Co i Turger and Ve Dornstaller. Also notes probation officer needs, bank lending steadiness, and postal envelope price ruling.

Lesue Myo Newton Eh, Co I. Turger Anzlt Duckett and Walang Ve Dornstaller Mak Villa South P Hey G T, Long Lula Williams Henry Bunton Mar Mente Desmane Steven Moore Ambrose Carpe George Brogro Brooks Moore Qarne

Alaska Boundary Error Inches Into United States

Ottawa reports a survey error claims a land strip ten feet wide and many miles long would shift from Canada to the United States in Alaska due to the Jolet survey party work. The mistake is described as a boundary miscalculation affecting the Alaska area.

United States Ottawa Ont Och Alaska Haat Country

Banks in Jeopardy as Feudist Feud Clamps Missouri Trade

Pittsburg directors extend stock exchange closure for a week as prices wobble across Union Pacific Northern Pacific and Pennsylvania amid forced suspensions. Chicago reports improved financial condition with depositors at ease. San Francisco moves to notice basis for savings bank deposits to safeguard clearinghouse ties.

Stock Exchange Union Pacific Northern Pacific Pennsylvania Des Moines & Fort Mackeany Northwestern St. Pan

Loving Cup From Tars to Miss Gould

New York dated October 10 reports a loving cup ceremony planned for November 19 or 20 aboard the transport ship fleet. Miss Hele Gould is the recipient, admired by sailors for philanthropic work. Each enlisted man contributes two cents toward the cup, with a total near $2000.

Loving Cup Tars Miss Gould New York Hele Gould Cunsberg Toul

Shell Oysters enter milk business in city

Rlegier Ice Cream company pivots from medicine cream to milk business. It plans to deliver milk to trade hubs with prompt service, securing healthy cows and full dairy facilities. The move aims to capitalize on a growing dairy market and ensure high quality milk to patrons.

Rlegier Company Mediciaive Rlegier Mille Bos Neag

Bloodhound Trial Tests Canine Stamina at Fort Sam Houston

The bloodhounds purchased by Cok HL J Stevens for the Panama Canal Commission were tested in mud and water at Fort Sam Houston. Three trials followed a fleeing Negro quarry as hounds tracked, cornered, and followed the fugitive across two miles. Stevens and Lt Char ChAT observed from horseback noting the dogs’ determination and scenting ability. The report later described one hound as a fine tracker and stated the test conditions were difficult for both ground and animals. The sergeant connected to the test sent a telegram to the commission, stressing the dogs’ potential use. Card of thanks appended for sympathy shown after the passing of a beloved wife.

Cok HL. J. Stevens Panama Canal Commission Fort Sam Houston Cal. Stevens Char Chat

Floods push SAP Bridge Guy of Line scene described

Passengers riding toward San Antonio faced a flooded, broken bridge situation. Reports say the train halted, a possible fatality feared, but survivors crossed to reach Houston and then resumed toward San Antonio as conditions worsened.

Plumbers Strike Ties Up San Antonio City Work

The 39 plumbers in San Antonio, members of the local union, walked off the job after their demand for a 50 cone daily wage increase was refused by master plumbers. Journeymen across nearby cities report higher rates, while San Antonio wages lag. A city meeting this afternoon could decide concessions as eight men have returned to work.

San Antonio Lokas Tac de Tailid Dulas Sau Amine Mai Odd Feltow Denver Col Katarno Wieble Hys Tex

Government Civil Service Exams in San Antonio

Government jobs offer civil service exams in San Antonio on November 7 for multiple posts. Men with suitable training and experience in surveying, drafting, or cartography may apply. preference given to applicants with field experience. Applicants must submit photos and ID with their applications. selection includes a typing and stenography test for clerical posts.

Posilinn Arnfigman-cartagrater San Antonio Philippines Davies Philippine Porsons A& Leéhnlon

Famous Mexican band to perform at James exposition opening

The Mexican band under G Casio receives orders for a Jamestown appearance with a first stop in San Antonio for the expo opening. The parade and international association plan high profile performances, while a recent subway flood near the new entrance prompted repairs to avoid future incidents.

G. Casio J. Millan Vanda Jamestown Maria Tr Association Dav Ardévad Magret Agha Laleig Meiber Costa waKuranos Dave Ben Jendhur

Drainage pins keep streets dry after brief shower

Yesterday proved drainage works well with no overflow as promenades stayed dry within minutes after the shower ended. The observation highlights effective flood control and rapid drying in the area.

Railroads Seek to Cut Control Expenses

New York October 30. The men identified with the mining and phallic operation of the lig erable redystems of the countiry gathered here yesterday and Toole counsel with each other as to how bust to cartel the expenses of their respective roads. The general opinion is that there will be major reductions only for operation of Tallroada and in the purchase of gallway supplies throughout the United States. The principal gathering place of railroad miners was at the Toland house. There, dining, the American Railway association met and conferred with representatives of the mined rail commission.

New York Toole Mia Loria Gallway United States Toland Hose Amortcin Railway Agsachitiart Ciimitsslan

Race results recap from Pllicu Wrathay track meet

Cloudy day at Latena followed a busy program with multiple races. Winners include Majin P with 10 to 1 odds and Qu aml in the milla event, while Hues Jengths and Tate Pitch posted notable performances.

Latena Tod Tenry

Bomb fails and Prince saved in Vyatka Russia incident

Vyatka region reports a bomb detonation attempt near Prince Govteltukeft, the acting Vyatka governor, while driving. The assailant reportedly tried a calculated attack but failed, leaving authorities to investigate the wreck and motive.

Vyatka Russia Govteltukeft Vyitha Thong

Avers 15 Cent Cotton Is Sure

Special in The Tl Anstin, POs, Oe & Lonterened Is I progress Today between the vor Qeworld Deeside t J. LL Nell, et the Farmers' union, Chairman Loudernttlts, on ie exegative committee of Lit Urs uilaition, wel Site offlcials and hoyhers, Prenkdout Netll asserted that the 'Texts enters are nll going to tin loose Wir cotton and they will fually with ih He declares the present conditiont of the cattan mar ket In due tou conspiracy between the apluners and dokers and manipula tors. In sat share were 160,000 bales of cottan now stored ft 'Texas wares changes and t he favers will yet get 15 cons tar Mie products Theme gandt Hong Wert discussed with the sover- HOV.

Deeside T J Ft ‘Texas Gandt Hong Wert Sover- Hov

Lost notice seeks reward at Horaton Street barber shop

A garbled late entry lists a stolen Polpler paper and a reward offer. It mentions 112 East Horaton street and a request related to a barber shop, with unclear names and actions.

Polpler Apts East Horaton Street Forberal Hag Hecks Collar

Night Out Four in Court After City Fight

Chicago officials report four men including Umpire Jack Sheridan and L. M. Olsen were arrested after a violent night in the American League base ball park. EO Clem a Denver broker and M J Meyer a Cheyenne cattleman faced accusations of theft and a fight that left Sheridan with a cut above the eye. A stash of about $2700 was found on Sheridan. Meyer and Glenn escaped injury.

Chicago Wil Jack" Sheridan L. M. Olsen Gale EO Clem Denver M. J. Meyer Caltleman Cheyenne Wyaming Sheridan Olsen Meyer Glenn Owen Hig Mock H. W. Bodecker Vuliet BH. Reed Glen Dmeyer Fiw Lelse

Granite Quarry Startup Filed In Marble Falls Area

The Granite Manufacturers company charter filed today outlines an $800,000 plan to develop a granite mountain near Marble Falls. Incorporators listed include C. Z. Prawn, Dalles. G. W. Votres, Furnes. and TY M. Dr Midlaetuan, Austin.

Tex Granite Manufacturirs Company Marble Falls Prawn Dalles G. W. Votres Furnes Midlaetuan Austin

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