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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1908
Page
6
Foraker says it will take time to craft a reply after consulting with aides and officials. No immediate statement. The delay follows discussions over policy implications and upcoming questions.
Senator Foraker says no immediate reply to President Roosevelt's remarks will be issued today. He has read the president's words but will wait until he can study the records and other duties before delivering a final statement. He notes the records are not in the city and may cause a slight delay.
Roosevelt publicly attacks Senator Foraker in response to Hearst revelations linking Foraker and Governor Haskell to anti administration forces. The president cites a 1907 Taft letter about a prospective Ohio arrangement and asserts Foraker opposed administration policies while supporting Democratic aims.
Manila reports a vigorous campaign against cholera with about nine new cases daily, but officials believe the city may be rid of the disease before the arrival of the battleship fleet. Governor General Smith notes hope for a clean Manila as ships approach.
Contractor J. W. Judson drilling for the Waterworks company reports a 2,000,000 gallon flow at the Market Street well this morning. Total output now 4,000,000 gallons per 24 hours. He expects the next flow to be similar and the well to be the best yet brought into the city.
F. R. Edgar sues Western Gilon Telegraph Company in the Fifty-fifth District Court for 1995 damages claiming a telegram sent July 30 from this city to Monclova Mexico notified him of his father Captain William M. Hagar death but delayed three days causing him to miss the funeral.
A report from September 22 notes Ludwig from Wichita Falls reports Texas secured a $25,000 fund for a building and exhibit at the Seattle fair in 1900. Gohlke oversees this matter.
A concise report notes a Black man collapsed and died while under guard, with the incident recorded as a fatal event attended by authorities and prison staff. No further details are available in the fragment.
A mob hanged George Clark to a tree near Sito in this county early today. He was found alive at dawn and taken to jail in serious condition. A white mob guarded the jail as Taylor, struck by a shot during the disturbance, was taken to Houston for treatment.
A chaotic event in New York left several people injured as a fire and disturbance implied by a group labeled Black Hand caused panic. Victims, including Nicolo Afvilo, were reported struck and rushed to hospital in critical condition after a violent confrontation and window-breaking spree.
The body of a man believed to be Pat Vaylor, 50, a carpenter, was found on the Denver track near the station this morning. A union card shows recent work in San Antonio and Beaumont. It is believed he attempted to catch a northbound train and fell between the cars.
Sreckit da The Kields Whatton Texas September 22 reports travel woes disrupt a planned Simpson tour. Poor road conditions and heavy rainfall forced cancellations and delays, delaying appearances by Gates of Slopgon and Ee den.
Traveler Yihandale reports crowds gathering as winds clear and cotton dries. He notes strong crop prospects in the region and mentions attending the fair to discuss farming business with Lar Bab A.
Sheriff Langford and Deputy Buffington escort a suspect from Sherman Texas to San Jose to face charges in a murder case dating back twelve years. The man, named William Hatfield, is held on suspicion of being James C. Dunham, the alleged killer who murdered six people near San Jose. Buffington says he knew Dunham well.
N Raymond of Raymontville Hidalgo county voices strong support for The Light plan to obtain vital data to boost the San Antonio Brownsville railroad. He is well known in the region and expects to return home soon after brief business in the area.
Special to Phe Ligne Fort Worth Texas September 22 Covit won voter of The republic party in this region today conferring with party leaders He expects to leave for his home in Sherman tonight and thence will go to Chicago to participate in the National campaign.
Incident in Marfa Texas described as a boy accidentally killing a younger girl. The fragment references an unnamed boy and possible local officials or investigators, with unclear ages and dates due to OCR errors.
The [newspaper fragment] reports Rev Erb Nobles visiting Grand Manana, abruptly injured after his foot crushed while descending a hill. Attendant details are unclear due to OCR damage.
A T. and P. brakeman named Janes, from the top of a boxcar, fell this morning near Atherton. He received injuries that may cost him his life and was taken to Fort Worth for treatment.
A Livingston resident, arriving in Molile, says Guatemalans fear for President Jose Santos Zelaya after several assassination attempts. He notes at least five attempts in two months and believes any successful act would provoke a crisis.
Chaly Mack of the Democratic National Committee sent a telegram to President Roosevelt denying a published claim that the party’s treasury received $800 000 from corporations. Mack asserts no truth to the statement and accuses the report of being erroneous.
A newspaper contest invites public input on naming the fair midway. With over 4000 suggestions received, a final list will be narrowed by committee as letters pour in from far and wide including out of state and Mexico.
Roxie Loomis, a leading real estate dealer, died from injuries after an encounter at Loomis Brothers. His brother C. M. Loomis was seriously wounded. Police arrested C. M. Barge, a southwestern agent for an automobile company, in connection with the incident.
Andrew Alever grocery stock on South Laredo Street brought in $18,000 at a sale conducted by W. W. Sanger Sister after Alever filed a May 27 bankruptcy petition. Sale approved by Referee Guy Ss. McFartind. Pipers for the sale have not yet been grown up. A suit was filed this morning in the Fiftyxevtenthl district by Kranc cog against Job a 8 Robertson for divorce.
The nascent repair shop for the Say rillway at Hite city will be moved to Yorkum. Officials say the shops now in the city will be relocated with only a few workers remaining to prepare the site. The removal aims to consolidate work at the Yorkum location.
Readable fragments describe tonight and Wednesday temperatures and a weather office comparison with last year. Mentions San Antonio area and regional weather notes but many words are garbled. Indicates a regional forecast with expected low highs and temperature pattern.
The defense for J. Richter contends an alleged affront to the defendant’s sister and his family’s reaction will explain the killing of Antonio Planas, a baker, last Saturday. Mrs Richter’s illness delays trial. medical testimony supports the state’s account of a gunshot wound.
In Detroit on September 22 Bryan issued a formal reply to President Roosevelt denying charges against Governor Haskell. Bryan supports an immediate investigation into the accusations and requests proof of any claims. He notes Haskell’s roles with the Democratic Committee and urges justice and due process.
Juneau Alaska September 22 The Star of Pongal is ashore on Corona Hon Island with 136 aboard including Japanese and Chinese sailors. The ship lies on the island's west shore with no chance for landings. The U S auxiliary ship Burnside has gone to assist and bring relief.
Officials from the American Legion or veterans group questioned Col. N. Simpson about his Civil War service. They cited enrollment as an officer in the Confederate army and sought verification of his regimental ties and wartime role.
Port Worth Texas September 22 Asalat and Attorney General Pollard confer with shippers on proposed interstate commerce commission rate changes. The meeting was noted in St Louis Pollard predicts a bitter fight between railroads and Texas shippers with several named figures involved.
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