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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1916

Page

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Culberson Wins Texas Primary by 69084 Votes Over Colquitt

Final canvass shows Charles Culberson defeating ex Governor Colquitt by 69084 in the August 26 primary. Colquitt carried 21 of 280 counties, while Culberson swept most northeast Texas, the Panhandle, and western counties including Presidio, though Colquitt won in Duval Starr Kerr and parts of South Texas. Harris and Dallas counties provided large vote totals for Culberson.

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Greek Revolt Spreads to Capital City

Disjointed dispatch reports a spreading revolt in Greece reaching the capital city amid ongoing unrest. The piece notes German forces recalling troops and trench losses as troops appear to have suffered setbacks.

Congress Debates Eight Hour Day Amid Striking Labor Tensions

A Senate debate on the eight hour day features amendments from Underwood Norris and LaFollette. Proposals seeks to empower the Interstate Commerce Commission to fix wages and hours while opponents warn of constitutional and moral issues. The session includes sharp exchanges on labor impact and economic burden.

Mellingér Mune White House Wilson Washington Underwood Givng Interstate Commerce Commission Tabor Bankhead Brean Glarke Arkansax Hardwick Tee Maryland Newlands Saliatry Smith Koman Underwood Williame Gallinger Narrin Warren Thosp Bryan Clarke Arkusan Hhltchcock Tee Marviant Shields Orah Brandeger Iullinger Weeks LaFollette Wisconsin Brady Chapp Cyne Awning DuPaul Grenan Jones Whenson LaFoieste McCumber Meteor Soleyn Norris Michigan Scott Sterling Words Daea Max United States Senate Raitroad Congress of the United States Jylaw

Relief Felt As Nation Averts Railroad Strike

San Antonio residents expressed relief as Congress appeared ready to pass a measure to avert a nationwide railroad strike set for Monday. Officials doubted its constitutionality but expected three months for railroads to prepare if a fight ensued. Train crews indicated loyalty to their unions and warned against returning to work under strike orders.

San Antonio Congress Four Brotherhoods George A. Dawson I. Cameron B. F. Anderson Megige Terralceray

Three Cubans Held in Auto Theft Ring Backed by Saloon Shell Game

Sheriff Tobin jailed three suspects after a backroom shell game on South Alamo led to the loss of 18 dollars and a 20 check. Deputy Galbreath found shells and stolen-auto parts in a laredo-linked scheme using jitneys or smuggling cars to Mexico.

South Alamo Street John W. Tobin San Antonio Laredo Mexico Ance Galbreath Nir Galhecart Brest Tobin Wero Sherrif Tobin Henico

Guardsmen Sent Home as Mexico Expedition Criticized

Washington reports say the State and War Departments await a report on withdrawing the Pershing expedition from Mexico. About 100000 guardsmen on the border may be sent home immediately, with 190 million spent on patrols criticized as wasteful. Regular troops in Mexico plus border units expected to defend American territory after Pershing withdraws.

Washington D. C State War Departments Mexico State Department War Baker War Department Amarcan Moxican Perahhis

Plans for Maayflower voyage to Portsmouth noted

New York hosts the presidential yacht Maayflower on Tuesday with plans for a Portsmouth trip while Mexican members are expected in New York Monday. Secretary Lang ing will discuss likely topics with them.

New York Portsmouth Langing

Protests Target Shouting-Ferentations in Los Angeles Heights

A Los Angeles Civic Improvement Club meeting Friday night approved protests against Shouting-Ferentations and Mint is taking place in Los Angeles Heights. The club urged Sheriff Tobin to station a special deputy to curb early offenders and asked San Antonio Aransas Pasa to fix street crossings.

Los Angeles Heights Lgve Los Angeles County Commissioners Ane

Arrests and court dates amid county project bids

A patrol stops a truck in charge of the army crew and arrests Mc Kaughan on reckless driving, bond set at 205 dollars for a court appearance. County commissioners approve two construction estimates totaling 718 dollars for the Robert J. Jor tre Memorial Hospital project. other items include dentistry and legal notices.

Ypoliceman McKaughan Corporation Court Hays Moore Ade H. N. Jones Construction Company Robert J Jor Tre Memorial Hospital

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