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Newspaper
San Antonio Sunday Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1900
Page
1
W S Stratton, former Independence nine owner, gave 25 000 to the Democrats in 1896 and now backs McKinley after praising free silver as a failure. He argues Colorado prospered under McKinley and declares support for expansion and protection, returning to the Republican fold.
The Nebraska Banking Board reports state bank deposits nearing $1.25 million, the highest since records began, with total deposits for the quarter ending June 30 at $25,256,335.30. National banks outside Lincoln and Omaha hold over $19 million in deposits, up more than $1 million. The state deposits rose $3 million in under three months, reflecting broad access to local banking.
Mrs. R. Corbin, blind and penniless, camps near the Gran Quivira ruins 150 miles south of Santa Fe to hunt a legendary Spanish treasure. She travels with guides supplying water, aims to raise 1200 dollars to pursue the quest, and plans to return to the desert with coordinates of the treasure allegedly worth millions.
Washington dispatch reports L G Meier of Texas arguing that building large cotton mills in the south will absorb idle labor, raise crop prices, reduce freight costs, and lower cotton goods prices. He warns it could shift political loyalties away from "solid south" democracy toward protectionism and Republicanism, beneficial to the region.
Gus Rubin suffered a nose hemorrhage and facial injuries after a knockout blow from Fitzsimmons in a Brooklyn bout. Rubin rested at home in Brooklyn while Fitzsimmons recovered at Bartholdi hotel amid cheers. Berlin faded from title chances but vowed to continue boxing. Litzsimmons looked toward another match with Jefferies.
The board of trustees of Bexar County Public Schools adopts resolutions in memory of the late Prof. J V Breeding former county superintendent of schools. They praise his scholastic attainments teaching experience and gentlemanly character. The board expresses sympathy to his family and asks publication in San Antonio papers and a copy sent to the family.
The Catholic Young Men’s league held a Friday meeting with near full attendance. The Educational Committee outlined an October to May lecture and music course, with eight numbers and lectures to be announced within two weeks. Joseph Braun retired, and Wago Hack was elected to replace him. A debate on the drama KMAbtut by Cardinati Wisemen followed, with opinions split on its merit and financial appeal.
Adolph and Lena Real transfer 447 acres of Josefa Leal survey 30 near Martinez creek to Adolph Real Jr for 3576 dollars. Alexanders sell parcels on East Edmina street to Reillys for 2800 dollars. Sheriff sale assigns one-fourth interest in Fos ter homestead to Grenn for 2000 dollars. Paron de Chavez sells lot 5 block 223 near Laredo and Dolorosa streets for 250 dollars. Craig sells improvements and machinery on Davis street in Sanders for 200 dollars. Luck transfers interest in Concepcion ditch lot for 150 dollars. Luck sells lot 18 block B near Government depot for 100 dollars. Cavenaugh guardian sells one-seventh interest in lot 14 block 18 Olive street for 128.57 dollars.
Dr Jack Grigg reports a friend-letter claim that Li Hung Chang devised an electrical whiskey treatment removing intoxicating effects. The note says the process limits intoxication to a pleasant point and reduces aftereffects, backed by supposedly tested English medical experts.
Dispatches report extreme temperatures in Chicago causing many to faint. In St. Louis the heat was intense with several prostrations but no direct heat related deaths reported.
Mr. Mike Goggan is rusticating at the Dullie Hot Wells Sanitarium enjoying the therapeutic baths. The stay highlights seasonal leisure and health treatment in a resort setting.
Mitchell Menai of Kingsville Ontario for the Green Glass Workers and John Tobin for the National Flint Glass Workers lead a local workers committee in conferences with machine-made fruit jar manufacturers in Muncie Indiana. They push for higher machine work wages while manufacturers argue the rise erodes costs. unions favor replacing machines with traditional blowpipe work at $6 to $10 daily. The four day sessions include Ball Brothers Muncie Wilson McCullough Marion and Giles Glass of Upland.
The American School Furniture company and H A Andrews Co clash when Andrews submits lower bid for city school desks. Eastern manufacturers press education deans to intervene. Andrews, long a trusted member, faces opposition. school board defers action as bid dispute unfolds.
St Louis August 11 The Republican state committee took possession of its new headquarters at the Lindell hotel. Three adjoining parlors were secured to house campaign operations with rooms allotted for Secretary Shriner Speaker bureau and clerks. Chairman Akins will occupy a farther room as the campaign proceeds.
August 11 from Washington reports Minister Wu has asked the US State Department to use its good offices with powers to halt troop landings near Shanghai. The viceroys warn that troop arrivals could trigger disorder in the Shanghai area. They argue twenty foreign warships in Shanghai harbor can shield foreign interests.
London reports in today's cable dispatches that Britain remains wary of Russia's moves toward China. The note cites Russia's offer to escort from Petetn to Tien Tain and describes London’s grave suspicion of Moscow’s motives amid regional tensions.
The remains of M. F. White, a stranger from Modana Wisconsin, died this morning at St Josephs infirmary after being sent there by Hugh Burns. Burns arranges for burial. A memorandum shows White as a civil engineer who had traveled in Mexico for health and recently returned to Houston en route home when his condition failed.
Washington August 11 The Republican congressional committee aims to counter Gold Democrats who backed McKinney in 1896. They seek to determine future leanings for both congressional and presidential races. Gold Democrats in key districts are courted and pressed by Republican campaign managers with planned personal appeals.
Cables from St Petersburg say Russia aims to retain Manchuria after the Chinese uprising and mount troops in the region. An army of 125000 men is planned in Siberia by month’s end, while allied forces in Pe Chi Li total 88000 and may rise to 78000 by September 1.
A Hong Kong bulletin relayed via the Journal reports continued rioting and looting while viceroys ignore foreign protests. Missions at Ung Kong burned, native Christians killed, and three more chapels and mission houses looted. Clergy urge Consul General Wildman for aid as insurrection grows.
Georgetown Kentucky August 11. In the Powers case today the assistant state auditor under oath refuted ex Auditor Stone's evidence and charged Clerk Culton with theft of 1000 dollars from the state as clerkship salary.
New Orleans August 11. K F Henderson an established insurance man here killed himself today. He made all preparations before taking his life, said to be due to despondency over his wife’s death.
Special to the Sunday Light reports Judge N HM Righter died after a long illness in New Orleans. He was a senior civil district court judge and the oldest judge in state service having just been reappointed for a one year term. A native of Louisiana he was highly respected.
The New Orleans City Railroad company progresses toward a new power house to serve all lines. Land near the present plant is bought, President Walmsley signs the machinery contract with a Milwaukee firm, and the design follows top experts. The total machinery weight tops 500000 pounds with a 150000 pound fly wheel and 22 foot diameter. Vertical compound engines will have 82 by 68 inch cylinders and a 60 inch stroke. Operations expected in six months.
Mrs. Marietta Windley files for divorce from Edwandd Windley stating denial of support since their 1877 marriage. She alleges abandonment, a police fine issued and remitted on promise to support, and a daily contribution of only a small amount. Custody of their child also requested.
The Shirt Waist Mant, subject of a months long sartorial dispute, traveled to the St Charles and Grunewald hotels dining rooms and other top restaurants in New Orleans but was refused service due to the rule against serving customers in shirt sleeves.
New Orleans August 11 railways issued Chicago excursions boosting east and north travel. The No Central ran five heavily loaded trains with strong demand from pleasure seekers taking advantage of cheap fares.
Officials in El Paso and the county will meet with Mexican ambassador Manuel Aspire when he arrives to discuss a planned joint dam across the Rio Grande. The project would store water for irrigation shared by Mexico and the United States.
Only $5,000 of a $100,000 state appropriation for the Goebel assassination reward has been drawn by the prosecution as of August 1911. The brief note reports slow disbursement in the ongoing case and reflects limited use of the funds designated for conviction.
London dispatches report Lord Roberts wired that the plot to kidnap him at Pretoria has been uncovered and those involved have been arrested. The details focus on the alleged plan and the authorities' intervention.
Washington August 11 reports favorable views on Indiana Republican organization. Wintest Taylor as governor candidate leads the drive with a three-man precinct system supplying semi weekly reports. The state committee uses close polling to inform national leaders and keep all precincts aligned with party prospects.
Hymeneas R Watts and Daisy Seallom wed at 6 30 p m in Montana street home with Judge Joe Sweeney officiating. Reinhardt Rux and Armina Lang married today evening. Cesario Medina and Seferina Martinez wed yesterday at Monterey and Coluo streets. Fred Bivens and Maud Garcia joined at 107 North Leona street last night. Rafael C Campos and Josefy Carvazar to marry tonight at 608 South Flores street with Judge Phil Shook conducting.
Market street saw two incidents Friday afternoon. A milk cart horse bolted and threw the driver who was shaken but not seriously hurt after being dragged along. Nearby, a tailoring shop dispute led to a brief fight with the insulter bruised and the tailor injuring his hand. no arrests reported.
Reverend Mr Houston, pastor of the Methodist church at Muntsyilie, spent the past week in the city as a guest of the White family.
An examination for state and county school teachers certificates of first second and third grades will be held next Monday and Saturday in the Courthouse Civil Appeals room on the fourth floor. Board of examiners appointed includes J K Harris Mrs Annie Ripley and G B Davis. Permanent certificates will not be issued until the third Fridays and Saturdays of October and February.
Archbishops Esdata reports the settlement of Archbishop Hennesseys estate in Iowa and Minnesota may yield at least 150000 for Catholic university authorities. He was a staunch supporter of the university, and the total estate is about 1,000,000 with most funds to be bequeathed to charities. The archbishop amassed wealth through real estate speculation before joining the hierarchy.
The committee of Beethoven hat politicians met yesterday with candidates Jet W. Tobin Alderman Surkey J. Vant Riper Phil Shook Will Anderson and W Cox. They discussed campaign plans and will report each candidate’s views after adjournment.
Heavy rains pushed the Colorado River higher, with Columbus at twenty three feet and rising two feet per hour and LaGrange at twenty four feet rising three feet per hour. Rain continued Friday night and throughout yesterday as crews guarded the Southern Pacific bridge and worked to prevent further damage so trains could cross this morning.
The passage notes that land combat was expected in the conflict with the Chinamen, suggesting the Oregon ran aground possibly due to strategy favoring land actions over sea. The statement reflects wartime planning and a naval incident tied to that context.
A 2 AM telephone report to police from 216 South Concho Street stated a woman there had overdosed on morphine. She was not expected to live.
The San Antonio Fair association executive committee met yesterday and approved a resolution of thanks to President Diaz of Mexico for sending a sixty member band and noted his military braid. Directors and officers discussed meeting state passenger agents at the Menger to fix exposition rates and arranged entertainment plans including a band stand, a Paine Fireworks Company display, and music bids.
A Houston Street resident Mr. Anton Schumacher urged widening South Alamo Street noting West Houston Street has lagged since a seven year project began from Soledad to East Street. He referenced the demolition of his brick cottage when work started and pressed for prior widening before expanding South Alamo.
Dispatches from Rome report King Victor Pmaanet Til taking the oath of allegiance to the constitution before the Senate and diplomatic corps. The ceremony occurred in the presence of officials.
The paper reports favorable rice remnants from Jevnnings Louisiana with hopes the southwest region will yield a bumper crop this year.
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