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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1908
Page
6
Chicago September 10 Judge Chetlain dismissed the case after sub treasurer Baldwin refused to testify and federal evidence was not declared. Gerald accused of theft of 178000 from the United States sub treasury.
Seguin Texas Sept 10 The county commissioners court answered a Washington Post Office Department complaint about Guadalupe county roads. They refused further spending noting they spent 125000 last year on road repairs and blamed government inspection for postal delays.
The annual report of A. Walton, county treasurer, details 1908 school finances including total receipts of $51,265.69 from property taxes and state apportionment, and aggregate disbursements of $88,281.46 with 814 vouchers issued. The report notes a receipts to disbursements gain of $180,047 in favor of receipts and outlines balances on hand and separate state and local disbursement figures.
Telegraph dispatch from Apeldoorn reports Queen Wilhelmina gave birth last Saturday evening at the royal palace. The infant died shortly after birth but the health of the Queen remains satisfactory.
A wreck on the 4 and P at Bonhan today delayed passenger trains and commerce. A dump of flour, vegetables, and cigars overturned. vehicles ditched and scattered along the route. Local crews aided stranded motorists as authorities investigated the incident.
An affidavit from S Stires alleges that on September 3 the defendant J C Rugrate acted as an employee and agent for plaintiffs. Four dollars are claimed to be involved in the case, listing embezzlement as the charge.
Gefery Ravariro charged under value 360 in a county court affidavit filed by Le Hare. The case references S17 Grand Avenue, Plalnett, where the alleged theft valuation was noted. The document indicates proceeding with charges related to theft of property valued under 360.
A plea argues San Antonio must fund a railroad to Brownsville. It sows urgency and opportunity asking every stakeholder to raise 75 000 to 100 000, promising that money will yield high returns and attract builders, or allow the city to build the road itself.
An address by Wesley Peacock at the Bex County Institute discussed how teachers can avoid friction in classrooms. He urged teachers to stand for moral values, act with tact, remain independent citizens, and influence their communities while avoiding political entanglements. Additional notes from The Light Fort Worth report include anti commercial secretary details and officer nominations for the group with J.B. Carrington named secretary-treasurer.
Charred with having stolen eight quart bottles of whiskey from August T Linburger on May 28, 18, Inline Schneider, white ant the Dantels, entered pleas of guilty before Fudge Shook in county court this morning and were each fined $16.
Special in The Jagit El Paso Texas September 10 Judge T C Leg violated speed ordinances and, after admonishing by a policeman, arrested himself in his own car paying a three dollar fine.
Cholera is widely reported in Saint Petersburg as the disease spreads through the city. Officials and residents face severe health challenges as medical services strain under the outbreak.
Special to The Night Dallas Tex Sept 10 Wm smith in charged with Thing six times at John Goff on Alamo street this morning one hul le entering Goff s Ix Bokara while
Washington reports after two world firsts by Orville Wright at Fort Myer. The machine remained under control, circled 57 times in 37 minutes 37 seconds, then 62 minutes 15 seconds with Lieut Lahm aboard. Officials praise potential naval warfare uses and note required launch speed of 24 mph.
District Clerk Andres Cos reports rising divorce filings in Bodie County with about id suits pending. Since local courts closed for vacation, only a few new cases have appeared, most citing abandonment and cruelty. hearings resume October 6 with dockets expected to grow.
Chicago evangelist Billy Sunday angrily entered a Hammond Indiana printing plant yesterday and destroyed stereotyping plates with a large mallet. He claimed a publisher issued 1000 copies of his sermons without permission, violating his rights to control authoring and publication.
Special to The Light Waco Texas reports a wrestling card arranged for an event in Waco featuring Joe Savini of Galveston and Thibe Solars of New Orleans. The slate is set as a benefit card with proceeds directed to Otks.
Special to The Light Austin Texas Sent 10 Henry was chartered today the following Milos Taylor theta Grocery company of San Antonio capital 3000 the Han on Manuel buying company of Dallas capital 26000
Special to The Light from Austin Texas on September 10 reports the state sprinting board will announce this afternoon the awarding of contracts for printing Alayk books and for typewriting supplies.
Fire destroyed the round house and related buildings, causing extensive machinery and contents loss. Several engines were damaged, with estimated damage around $3000. Firefighters acted quickly but the site suffered severe destruction and the road area was affected by repairs.
The new prime minister of Japan, Marquis Katsura, urged banks to maintain a policy of strict economy in a speech to bankers. He argued fiscal restraint and public confidence were essential during the ongoing Russia-Japanese war, reiterating a stance he once held as foreign minister.
Arrangements are made for a hall game at Electric con next Sunday afternoon to raise funds for the Bronchs. The Brogerios, fresh from a successful season and the championship for Sai Anti, will face a city selection of former players. A good crowd is expected with suburbs and farm teams noted as potential attendees.
Partly cloudy with scattered showers expected as a weather district report notes. The 24 hour low reached 66 degrees in the morning, with a comparison table showing Looperarias, a weather office servant, against last year’s figures.
Texas Game Commissioner Laranee issued a permit expansion allowing a large number of hunters from other states to enter Texas for the winter season. The move aims to bolster hunting opportunities and manage game during the period spanning late autumn into winter.
Confused dispatches report a large vessel run aground on the English coast near Margate. Details are unclear as the note mentions slow signals and weather delays hampering rescue efforts. Local authorities monitor the scene with limited information.
James Armstrong an elderly printer at 216 North Press Street was badly hurt this morning after stepping into a sidewalk hole on West Vernon Street. He fell about six feet, broke one rib and fractured another, and was taken to his home on Fifth Street after medical attention at a drug store. The incident occurred with no guards nearby.
GInoy WL Sept 10 Bryan in a speech here today put his property at 150000 claiming he is worth all his dollars. He denounced Speaker Cannon’s remarks from Spring et, and asserted he owns no more than the stated amount.
A despatch from Illinois and Indiana notes William J. Bryan planning multiple Indiana stops in October. The campaign aims to carry Indiana as pivotal to Democratic hopes in the midwest, with talks in Evansville, Terre Haute, and other cities.
Philadelphia September 10 The U S Circuit Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania declares the commodities clause of the Hepburn rail act unconstitutional. Judges Gray and Ballard dissent, ruling the clause restricts interstate commerce and oversteps federal authority. The decision concerns shipping of manufactured mined or provided articles and commodities by railway carriers.
A Mexican man was arrested after Officer Van Raab pursued him for taking goods from Chapas Drug Store. The suspect dropped a large knife and stole items including a valuable trouser cloth piece and a gold watch, recovered by patrol. He is detained at the city jail pending further investigation.
A local notice records services conducted at the Williams corner of New Beaune Avenue and Mason Grove by Dr. Yogkim of Far Angeles Ca Dy. The event is set for a specified time.
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