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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1897

Page

4

Electrical Od Roulette Spins in Pittsburgh Casinos

A sensational but censured scheme uses a rapidly turning electric fan with six blades to mimic roulette. Players place bets on numbers from one to six, relying on current on off timing to win or lose. The setup adapts to local pools and offices, drawing in novices and experts alike while authorities curb standard gambling venues.

Pittsburgh Ress Cade Ned Fara Jide Cain

Tarpon Fights Wayward 200 Pound Ocean Giant at Mouth Of River

I M Doyett, owner of a tug, battled a 200 pound tarpon at the mouth of the Little Mauntes river. The fish leaped from the water, knocked logs apart, and fought with men on a raft. Doyett sustained bruises while others aided with a handspike, and the tarpon disappeared after a powerful tail strike.

Tumpo Little Mauntes River I. M. Doyett Tie Agalm Hoyett Boyett Bayelt

Poisoned by a Stingaree Fish Wounding Jacksonville Doctor

Dr Charles Spratt a Jacksonville physician was fishing at the St Johns River mouth when a stingaree struck his left hand with a sharp spine. The pain was intense and he ordered the boatman to head for Fort George Island to reach Dr McAuley for treatment. The incident highlights the sting of the tropical stingaree and its venomous bite.

Floctin Charles Spratt Jacksonville Fla St. John's River

Capturing a Stingaree Mystery Rescue

Spratt lost consciousness after a sting while near a US warship Wilmington. Dr. McAuley failed to revive him, artificial respiration via arm raises continued ten hours aboard the Wilmington until Spratt awoke and recovered. The incident marks a rare serious sting threat.

Damages suit over family-conspiracy claim in Poughkeepsie

Mrs. Anda Florence Knox sues R Knox Kate Knox and H Kemsel claiming a conspiracy to abandon her and her child, seeking 100000 dollars. She alleges her husband James A Knox was urged to leave, leaving her with no support while defendants own about 60000 in property. She seeks 50000 actual damages and 50000 punitive damages.

Anda Florence Knox FR. Belonte R. Knox Kate Knox H. Kemsell R. T. Knox Late Knox JE. Kemsehel Reshies i Pininth Poughkeepsie Jersey City N. J James A. Knox Foo Poughkeepsia Florence Plebus Malatiff

This Week's Calendar and Local Church Notices

This week lists saints days from St Eusebius to St Michael and St Francis observances. Bishop Forest near residence on Dwyer Avenue, pastors Winzle and Sheehan visiting, upcoming St Peter Claver church bazaar, and St Michael's procession with Bishop Forest leading high mass at 9 30 a m with music by Stephen's choir.

Father Winzlewill St. Hedwig Father Sheehan Victoria Father Fuhrwerk St. Francis of Assizh St. Joseph's Church Santa Roya Dwyer Avenue Bazane Peter Claver St Michael, Archangel St. Michael's St. Albert’s Hall Corner Centre Indiana South Street Vorest Stephen

FILLERS APPOINTS L. ILomer A General Agent Change

Mr. Filler appoints Mr. George L. Viler as freight agent for the railroad. Filler, previously traveling freight agent, will base in San Antonio. succeeds C. B. Daniel now with the Missouri Kansas and Texas. Also notes cotton for New Orleans from Texas. Southern Pacific agent Fahey says new handling will begin after quarantine issues. A city school board meeting may be held to press urgent work.

Fillers Ilomer Ends International Railroad Mrr George L. Viler Filer Palestine San Antonio C. B. Daniel Missouri Kansas Texas Piler New Orleans Fahey Southern Epaeific Rand Buith Dutay

Bowling League TOURNEY Opens in San Antonio 1837

The San Antonio Bowling League begins its second week with matches at Muth's Garden Hammer's Garden Turney Hall and Warner Hall. Teams like Government Hills Ivy and Mission vie for early standings while the Athletics and Casinos chase high scores. A personal note commemorates Caroline Sehlbre on her second birthday.

Ilkirt San Antonio Government Tillis Mise Muth Government Hills Haysccis Aney Athletica Ioya Alamos Bryam Turner Ed. Schumke Turner Wall Iasy Cahen Hayseeds Ure Hayrets Somme Missiong Vieturles Ean

Cruelty to a Horse Report Marks Funeral Parade Incident

A carriage horse employed for a funeral procession overheated yesterday afternoon, prompting four veterinarians to be summoned. The animal was removed to a veterinary clinic for treatment after doctors intervened.

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