No Charter If Club Deals in Liquors
Special to The Light Austin Texas September 24 Secretary of State Dashiell rules that charters for benevolent educational or literary clubs cannot be filed unless affidavits show they will not sell liquor. Previously some clubs formed to get charters and sell alcohol to members. The ruling blocks such social clubs unless affidavits indicate liquor is not sold. Carter's Oyster and Chile Parlor, 22614 EB Commerce, noted for meals.
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Austin
Tex
Dashiell
Wless
United States
Uguor
Bryan to utter war cry tonight
Leading democrats of Nebraska gather in Lincoln for the annual banquet of the state central committee. William J. Bryan will deliver the principal address and his interjections are expected to have national significance. The dinner aims to energize the party ahead of primaries and platform formation.
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Lincoln
Neu
Nebragi
Democratic State Central Committee
William J. Bryan
Properly Named in Chicago Tribune Fragments
A fragmented Chicago Tribune snippet mentions Mr. Ferguson and Mrs. Therenson in a travel scene with garbled dialogue about a ring and an umbrella. The context remains unclear but hints at a domestic or social moment.
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Chicago ‘Tribune
Ferguson
Laura
Amy
Therenson
Ifte
Striken Spite of Peace Board Debate in London
London reports show New Zealand papers and politicians debating why arbitration fails to prevent strikes and rock-outs amid period of prosperity. A Wellington correspondent says prosperity stems from productivity and high prices for pastoral products, not compulsory arbitration. Advert: Foley's Honey and Tar safe under the National Pure Food and Drug Law. sold by Bexat Drug Co.
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London
New Zealand
Wellington
Foley
Bexat Drag
Georgia to Boycott Lawless Railroads
Montgomery freight bureau sends letters to merchants urging refusal to ship with lines not accepting state rate laws. The plan targets Louisville & Nashville Western Alabama Central of Georgia lines, aiming to press boycott across territories not aligned with Alabama rate law to counteract the movement.
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Montgomery
Ala
Montgomery Freight Bureau
Louisville & Nashville
Alkamat
Alabama
Defies Accuser in English Court Trial Tale
A fragmentary historical note describes Richard Thornton called to the king's bench in England facing a murder charge over Mary Aykford. He allegedly defied his accuser, a seditious scene led to a duel threat, and the prisoner escaped punishment as legal privilege shifted through canon law moments.
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Richard Thornton
England
Mary Aykford
Lord Ellerboroush
Taft Seeks Army Officer Increase to End Shortage
Secretary Taft plans to ask Congress for a large increase in the army officer corps. He says many commands lack officers, with some units at one officer per two commands. Some officers serve away from their commands in the Philippines, Cuba, recruiting, National Guard duties, or at academies. He notes some omissions could be addressed without new legislation.
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Washington
Congress
Philippines
Cuba
Thompson Gem Tilt Gets Four Years
J Thompson the man arrested last November on charges of stealing diamonds from William Winters of Portland Oregon and later released due to a misunderstanding has been sentenced to four years in the Oregon penitentiary According to word received here Thompson escapes to England where he was captured Winters loss is about 10000 in gems and cash
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J. Thompson
Wiliam Winters
Portland
Oregon
Oregon Penitentiary
Thompson
England
Winters
Superior Flavor Extracts Promising Delicate Tables Delicacies
Dr Price’s Tavoring Extracts claim superior strength freshness and fineness of flavor and are touted as best in taste. The advertisement asserts users will find them true to representation and perfect for cakes puddings and table delicacies enhancing natural flavor and aroma.
Kansas Women and Club Bureau Spur State Federation News
Kansas women play a key role in the State Federation of Women’s Clubs and the Club Bureau, promoting reciprocity, essays, and exchange of club papers. The notice outlines a college and loan program, with 400 essays on art, literature, home life, and reform, aimed at strengthening club work nationwide.
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Ken
Saph
Kansas
State Federation of Women's Clubs
Bureau of
Seek Heirs of Frank 5 Phelps
Notice requests any relative of Frank 5 Phelps to prove heirship. Phelps, once a Texas resident, is deceased with no known heirs. A British consul advised locating Phelps’ relatives to properly administer funds he held at death.
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Frank
Phelps
Ant
Mr. Phelps
Texas
GO. W. White
Tae Ane Weles
Tha Tagbt
Dir. Pheina
Lumber Law Swells Canada's Treasury
Vancouver reports a new timber law boosting government revenue with an estimated 760000 from new leases and 500000 from renewals. An American investor spree backs vast private sales, 261000 square miles changing hands across Vancouver Island and mainland, with mills planned and large profits noted. A St Pat Minn company bought land for 9 million and aims six mills. Provincial lands remain unsold. new rules require manufacture within the province.
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Vancouver
B.C
Wivieh
Imber Hrensea
Leensies
St. Pat. Minn
Janda
Vancouver Island
Yan Tha
Public Schools Enrollment Soars Beyond Last Year
The enrollment figures show a healthy rise in the second week, with white students totaling 784 as of Monday, compared to 7052 enrolled the same week last year. Principals report progress in organizing classes and settling pupils.
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Board of Education
Twe
His Phone a Wonder in Odd Office Exchange
An odd scene shows a man praising a telephone device and arranging an evening meeting with Smith and Mrs. Brown. He notes a Mead Smith will dine with them and urges listening to a sharp reply from Mrs. Brown about a hotel question. The dialogue hints at a comic misunderstanding of a telephone conversation.
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Smith
Court House Repairs Demand More Work at Basement Offices
County officials conclude basement Justice and Constable offices require extensive upgrades. Plans include an outside entrance, a stone basement stairway at the front, and a door replacing a front window. Judges Umiseheld and Fisk warn of concrete footing issues and may ask commissioners to carpet floors. Heating basement rooms also poses challenges with steam pipes near offices.
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Court House
Stevens
Umiseheld
Fisk
Dmiger
U Sa
Bexar Drug Co and Ed Steves Sons Promote Paint and Goods
Open all night Bexar Drug Co advertises ready mix paint guaranteed not to crack or peel. They claim a large stock of evo grade paint and emphasize lasting quality. Ed Steves & Sons cited as involved in promotion.
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Bexar Drug Co
Steves & Sons
Matches Blamed For Fatal Fire At Wyoming Street
Children playing with matches near a rear fire caused a fatal blaze at 19 Wyoming Street. The cottage owned by Kissie Neade and occupied by Frances Greet was damaged. building valued around 9400 with 85 contents loss. Two five year olds and an infant left alone. neighbors and a passerby aided but Willison suffered a severe finger cut during attempts to extinguish. Fire department responded swiftly but Willison had vanished on arrival.
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Chidren
Wyoming Street
Bomling
Kissie Neade
Frances Greet
Rot
Bilison
Willison
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