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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
6
In a Kansas City interview Haskell criticizes the Rascal in Oklahoma and questions popular views. He argues for hearing what people think and suggests strong reactions to the situation.
Special to Hearst Light Oklahoma reports sentiment splits over Haskell guilt in Standard Oil affair. Democrats urge resignation as national treasurer for party unity. William Tosteter of Hearst staff and two Chicago detectives investigate Haskell’s record. visits to Mos Angee.
Wangas City reports Governor Hiskell discussing national politics en route to Chicago. He denounces President Roosevelt as the biggest four dasher in the policy arena, faults the Republican press, and comments on Hearst’s accusations while referencing the Prairie Gas and Os company and steel interests. He confirms no resignation linked to recent national campaign events.
Helena dispatches report that Northern Pacific passenger train No. 16 eastbound collided with a freight at Youngs Point. From Livinston Mont claims 25 known dead including engineer and fireman with casualties possibly rising toward 40. Snow and poor visibility hindered the freight flagman and the express car telescoped the smoker, trapping many in the latter car.
Puy France Sept 24 police arrested several defendants described as conspirators in a plot to assassinate King Alfonso of Spain. Writings and circulating claims tie a witchcraft element to the alleged plan, with authorities stating the group planned action during the Paris event weekend.
Woodbine Texas post office was dynamited and robbed of 240 dollars in cash and 100 dollars in stamps during the recent break in. No one heard the explosion, and investigators search for suspects after the incident.
Report notes 5663 bales received at Luling with a price range from 3 to 4 cents per pound. The notice references peat thaw sand and sixty three bales of other materials, with unspecified details about consignor and exact date of receipt.
Sammel Martin, about 2, died after a wagon he drove toppled on the East Commerce Street route near Johnson Street. He collapsed with a head bruise and heart trouble believed to be the cause. The accident occurred around 9:20 this morning as the team pulled toward the eastern part of the city. He worked as a delivery driver for Joske Brower company and had only three days on the job this term. He left the store with a load for the eastern city and fell near 212 East Commerce Street after the dash board incident.
New York September 25 Connors announces preliminary canvass results showing Bryan with about 100000 plurality statewide and 145000 in Manhattan while 25000 in Kings County would lift Greater New York to the total. He says Tat will secure about 50000 as Bryan carries the state by a wide margin with Lieutenant Governor Chander matching Democratic strength in the city and river counties.
Houston report quotes Col. A. M. Johnston Texas national committeeman saying Democrats gain momentum from the middle west to the east. He cites President Roosevelt's three statements in ten days and notes two million idle people abroad as a main factor shaping sentiment toward Bryan. Senator Culbergen leads the campaign advisory committee.
Josephus Daniels declares Ohio essential for Bryan in the 1900s Democratic push. He notes cannot comment on Haskell or Standard Oil, says Bryan’s home state will deliver Ohio’s vote, and references tour stops in New York, Dayton, and Cincinnati while discussing campaign profitability and party unity.
Herman J. Richter, son of Alder van Richter, was remanded without bail following a September 20 incident. A writ of habeas corpus will be sought after his mother regains the ability to appear. The preliminary hearing was waived due to the defendant's mother’s condition, and attorney Davies said a habeas corpus writ would be sought to the district court.
Taft campaigned on a special train visiting Clinton Davenport Muscatine Wapello Burlington Ottumwa and Des Moines scenes. He pledged strong labor aid and promised to push labor policies if elected while stressing national party unity and support from labor groups.
Local forecast for San Ane Tanto and Wonight shows fair to calm conditions. Temperatures range up to 70 degrees in the morning and 44 degrees overnight with light variable wind.
Saturday racing card lists selections for six races with riders and horses grouped per event. Notable entries include Little George Alvise The Four Hundred Doll Maker Excelsis Loyd Arch Oldham Bertha On Mack No Quarter Aunt Tabitha Miss Topsey Hands Around Snowball Belle Scoll Dr Melcod Patron Joe Howell.
Arthur McKnight flags tomorrow afternoon at the felt grounds for a top flight meeting. Six races are listed with strong entries from Kentucky and local stables. The program features maiden two year olds and a full card of seven furlongs and longer, with weather and track conditions shaping the day.
Dominick O Malley a New Orleans politician and horseman arrives with a group from Denver to San Antonio. Jockeys include Jimmy Batwell and others. Millionaire's Row houses Denver nurses and noted horses while hot wells hotel hosts many horsemen during the race meeting.
Tomorrow's fair program includes Governor Campbell Mayor Callaghan and officials attending opening ceremonies at expulsion hall and fairgrounds. A parade from Fort Sam Houston to Alamo Plaza with 4000 troops, speeches by Campbell Callaghan Wahrmund and a formal opening address. A banquet, races, and a Children's Day with free admission for schoolchildren.
The twelfth annual international exposition opens tomorrow at the grounds with Governor Campbell pressing the lever that starts the machinery. Officials report near perfect weather, extensive preparations are complete, and managers expect a record display. The grounds bustle with carpenters, electricians, decorators, and hundreds of workers preparing hundreds of exhibits, with racing stables, bookies, and horsemen lining up for opening day events. Fire department coverage is arranged, elephants practice on the track, and officials from the fair and city prepare for a review and opening ceremonies led by Governor Campbell and Mayor Callaghan. A banquet will follow the opening exercises in the exposition hall.
Mise Pith and Symington depart the high school staff on leave as Mise pursues a master's degree in Greek at the university in Austin. Doctor Weoh Mattin is appointed dean and the department will receive an instructor in Greek upon her return. The arrangement keeps Symington on leave while she completes her studies.
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