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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1907

Page

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Ostrich Plume Theft Leads to Arrest in Dallas

Six ostriches at the Texas state fairgrounds were robbed of many plumes valued at $1800 or more. Two men, white, were caught after guards heard a commotion in the pens. Nineteen plumes were shown to the county attorney, and charges for theft of plumes at $5 each were filed against James Foster and William DuMash. The birds, tied to harnesses for exhibitions, have drawn public interest and a broader investigation is planned.

Dallas Tex Tampa Fla Autrey Lewis James Foster William DuWsch Lock Inmane Society

Wagner completes 1200 mile ride in 42 days

Otto Wagner, 21, rode 1200 miles from Battle Creek to Memphis in 42 days, starting August 29. He spent 21 years in the saddle during the journey, visiting cities along the route to see friends. He plans to return home by the same method and will stay in Memphis a few days before continuing.

Momydus Leno Mul Otto Wagner Memphis Wagner Battle Creek Mich

Cuban Liberals Grow Restive in Havana

In Havana Ost 11 a Miguelista faction petitioned for February elections signaling unrest within the Cuban Liberal party. Reports say the faction seeks government loans tied to the sugar harvest and private conversations to shape policy, with the aim of strengthening influence under Governor Magoon.

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November Warmth Before Cold Weather Expected

Weather office figures for November 1902 show an average 63 degree temperature over 22 years with 1.73 inches of rainfall and a record low of 58 degrees in 1889. Predictions anticipate about 12 clear days, eight partly cloudy days, and 10 cloudy days for the coming month.

School Teachers May Get More Money

The finance committee of the school board will meet this afternoon at 3 40 to consider the possibility of raises for teachers. The group will review the board's anticipated receipts and expenditures for the coming fiscal year and act based on those figures. Members include Sam Harris, chairman, Carlow Boo, and Dr Arthur Rochs.

S'Olack Pahie Sam Harris Carlow Boo Arthur Rochs J-Elliot

Postmaster General Meyer to Talk on Parcels Post

Postmaster General Meyer will deliver an address before the Toastial Cysa on November 7 in Chicago. The topic will be the parcels post and will be a planned talk for club members and their guests. Shell Oysters at the Elite, home cooked dinners, 32 to o'clock, all, Carter's, 72034 Bast Com.

Meyer Chicago Chieage Postminster Clul Carter

Jury acquits man in murder case in district court

In the Thirty seventh district court Manuel Aba was found not guilty of murder in the death of Ane BeINto Villa Nueva on January 20 1997. The state failed to produce evidence linking Aba to the crime though several witnesses testified to a prior fight. A separate horse theft charge against another man was dismissed after a guilty plea and sentencing to two years in penitentiary. The court recessed with no further criminal cases on the docket for the term.

Manuel Aba Ane Beinto Villa Nueva Andér Tatlard Merning Greallies

Marlborough Place Saloons Barred In San Antonio Advertisement

Promoters tout Marlborough Place as a premier residential area with macadam streets parkway boulevard stone walks gas water and electric service on a double track car line eight minutes from the city. Lot prices begin at 225 with easy payment plans seeking buyers for homes in a pesticide exclusion district claiming rising values and ongoing construction managed by Empire Realty Co at 216 East Houston Street San Antonio.

Marlborough Place Marlborough Mare Marlborough Mace Empira Realty, Company Houston Street San Antoio

Business man loses his legs in Wisconsin accident

Racine Wisconsin report says Ost 44 of Walring corporation once Brown Gorllas Engine show president was found injured beside the railroad rank at Corlis with both legs severed. Cause of accident unknown. Burnett to conductors. Don’t organize.

W. S. Whiting Racine Wisconsin Wis Walring Corlis

Raymond Hitchcock Drops Out of Sight

New York Vel 8L The unidentified gossip about Raymond Hitchcock the actor was not yet clear as he vanished from the Broadway theater where he stars. Reports say he is under grand jury allegations for alleged misconduct with Liges Hitlegia and could face felony charges or a sentence if convicted.

New York Dts Agarang Raymond Thitehevel Hhe Fiinre Broadway Dtdmiél Grand Liges Hitlegia Ludietmienta Sue Burovg Majestic Wilch

Organize to Fight State Prohibition

J Fr Qmlen from Uusselly returns from Dallas where he attended a meeting opposing state prohibition. About 45 representatives discussed countermeasures to mobilize voters and business interests against prohibition, with a committee named to organize counties and ensure local optionists do not form a state prohibition party.

J. Fr. Qmlen Uusselly Dallas Texas George C. Pendleton Bell County Cas Antive Walter Gresham Galveston R. N. Stafford Mineola Jake Walters Houston Pau Waples Fort Worll J. L. Storey Lockmart

Louisiana on Trail of Corporations

New Orleans reports discuss Louisiana preparing for a legislative extra session to consider corporate regulation. Governors and state leaders push reform while opponents threaten federal appeals and investigations into telecom and railway services. session expected November 14.

Louisiana New Orleans Hove Goteril Assembly Llow Lmant Y. Saniers Wileh Te Telenlure Telegraph Express

Mortuary notice for Hugh A Testard obituary and funeral

Hugh A Testard died at his residence on 1022 Avenue DL after illness. Survived by three children, mother, sister, and brother. Funeral at Grey Military with full military honors. Samuel B Price attended as the officiant and service was conducted by Chaplain Thomas A Dickson. Testard served in the military for 16 years and was a member of the Beersal arms unit.

Hugh A. Testard Yrmaald Avenue Textar Texas San Aniia Mor Vesti Chit Fellows Wood E. Price Samuel B. Price Wortham Howton Alending Baral Sorviers Thomas A. Dickson Twentyseventh Infantry Priva Ileresilar Arms Hewan

Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges Promote Fresh Breath Use

Page advertises Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges as a quick remedy for bad breath from food and fermentation. It claims absorption of odors and gases, relief from morning sour breath, and a laxative benefit. Appeals for free samples and urges readers to order by mail to Marshall Michigan.

Stuart Fins Stnad Stuath Stuart Co Steam Marshall, Mich

Death of Mr Price in Bluffton and Mexico trip survivor

The obituary notes Mr. Price, born 1863 in Bluffton, died October 1 1888 in New York City after marrying Antomnnity Lawrence in 1888. A veteran of the Spanish American War, he served in Puerto Rico and Mani. He was 4 years old and a railroad superintendent on the Mexican Central lines. Funeral services at the New Lutheran cemetery this afternoon.

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Buried Government Nerves Reported No Further News

No further news from buried government sources. Text mentions Chester at Varetshy in Dadhara province without clear details. Discrepancies suggest population lower than expected while a number of thnrbe itints appears longer in summer. Place described as a pleasure resort by local residents.

Patovshug Get Varetshy Dadhara PM Sult

Bankers valued gems stolen in New York burglary

A New York banker reports his valued gems stolen from the Bronxyne home of Wal Dayne in Wal Dayne. A young visitor to the Hayne residence is questioned as a suspect in the theft, believed to have aided the thief in escaping.

Ridgelys Money Plan Stamped a Good One

International financial moves drive cautious optimism as markets rally after losses. London raises rates on gold flows while U S and European actions prompt banks to consider reforms. Philadelphia and Brooklyn see renewed efforts to stabilize currency and re open institutions.

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Keep 17 Handy It 14 Splendid Idea for Bitters in Chimadivan

A fragment urges always keeping a bottle of bitters in a Chimadivan for stomach or rowe trouble and possible sedism attack. It references a few hosts of the famous.

Chimadivan

Financial moves ripple through Texas banks and Honolulu

Comptroller Ridgely urged more currency circulation while a Texas clearing house was formed led by George W. Littlefield and other bankers. In Hawaii, San Francisco banks delayed shipments until a financial dispute settles, with Honolulu authorities authorizing tax payments via deposit certificates.

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Card of Thanks for Dorothea Menny

The Menny family extends heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness during the illness and funeral of Dorothea Menny. Appreciation for the beautiful floral offerings is gratefully noted by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Menny.

Dorothea Menny Alste Frank Menny

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