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San Antonio Sunday Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1903

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Trouble in Turkey over U S flag at Alexandretta consulate

United States Consul Davies left Alexandretta for Beiruth after the flag was hauled down and he was assaulted by police during a dispute over Armenian naturalized citizen Attarian. Attarian, jailed in Aleppo, was freed on condition of departure. re-arrest followed. Leischman seeks full restitution with Porte.

United States Alexandretta Davies Beiruth Constantionple Asiatic Turkey Channes Attarian Attarian Alepo Attaran Diarbekir Turkey Porte

State Dept Orders Thorough Probe Of Alexandretta Affair

The State Department, after Consul Davies reports trouble with Alexandretta police, cables Minister Leischman in Constantinople to begin a full investigation. Davies has moved on to Beirut as a result.

Leischman State Department Washington, D.ac Davies Alexandretta Asiatic Turkey Beiruth Constantinople

Investigation resumes as Wood charges probed in Senate

Senate committee on military affairs reconvenes to probe charges against General Leonard Wood. Post office inspector M. C. Fosner testifies, continuing the inquiry into the allegations.

Washington, D. C Senate Committee On Military Affairs Leonard Wood M. C. Fosner

Chinese Robbers Killed in Manchuria Battle

Russian troops defeat a band of Chun chuses on the Liau river in Manchuria killing 200 and wounding several. The action was reported from St. Petersburg on December 8.

St. Petersburg Liau River Manchuria

Poolroom men organize to mimic bookmakers club

New York officials report pool room proprietors forming a club to legitimize their business like the Metropolitan Turf association. The group aims to create a fund and coordinate actions to resist raids and wire tapping in the city.

New York Metropolitan Turf Association the Bookmakers’ Club Oa Los Tes

Herbert Spencer Dies at Brighton Home

London reports the death of Herbert Spencer the renowned author this morning at his Brighton residence after months of ill health. He was born in 1820 and requested minimal information about his illness.

London Herbert Spencer Brighton Mr. Spencer

German Publisher Dies in Davenport at 75

Henry Lieber publisher of Der Derfokrat died in Davenport Iowa at age 75. He served with the Missouri mounted rifles in the Mexican War and was a Civil War veteran.

Davenport Henry Lieber der Derfokrat Jischer Missouri mounted @ragoons

Untitled Verse Fragments Describe Light Dose in Tests

Fragmentary lines reference a sequence of tests and a dose of light. The text hints at a poetic reflection on treatment or observation, but provides no clear events or people. The tone remains terse and ambiguous, with no identifiable institutions or dates.

Kentucky's Governor Beckhams Inaugural Parade

Governor Beckham was inaugurated for a new four year term in Frankfort with ceremonies in the state capitol assembly hall. A large parade of militia political clubs and organizations preceded the events as hundreds of Democrats from Paducah Lexington Louisville and other regions joined the celebration.

Frankfort Beckham Assembly Hall State Capitol Paducah Lexington Louisville

Murder trial opens in Beatty case at Borden town

Mt. Holly N J Dec 8 The case of Mrs Sarah N Beatty charged with murdering her husband in Borden town last July was called for trial before Justice Garrison Public interest runs high due to sensational features attached to the case.

Mt. Holly N. J Sarah N. Beatty Bordentown Garrison

Hosiery Manufacturers Gather for Southern Association Meet

The Southern Association of Hosiery Manufacturers opened its annual convention in Chattanooga Tennessee with prominent manufacturers from Georgia South Carolina Alabama and other states attending. Sessions continue through tomorrow focusing on methods and cost of manufacture. An exhibit of garments showcases member production.

Chattanooga Tenn Southern Association of Hosiery Manufacturers Georgia South Carolina Alabama

Masonic Building Committee to Meet in Dallas

Dallas hosts the Masonic building committee as it plans steps toward erecting the new Waco temple. An architect’s appearance is expected as the meeting opens key proceedings.

Masonic Building Committee Waco Tex Dallas Masonic Committee

Bjornson’s 71st Birthday Celebrated in Christiania

Christiania marked the seventy first birthday of Bjornstjerne Bjornson the Norwegian poet dramatist and novelist with town decorations and congratulatory addresses from societies in Denmark England and the United States handed to Bjornson.

Christiania Bjornstjerne Bjornson Denmark England United States Bjornson

Duluth Wedding Ties Navy Lineage to Washington Society

Miss Olive Worden Busbee wed John Finlay McLaren Jr in Duluth with society interest in Washington and New York. The bride is the granddaughter of the late Admiral John L Worden and grew up in Washington, reported from Duluth.

Duluth Minn Washington New York Olive Worden Busbee John Finlay McLaren, Jr John L. Worden Wastington

Barber Shop Hole Leads to Nearby Store Heist in Waco

A Waco barber allegedly cut a hole through his shop wall into D. H. Krulewich’s gun and notion store joining his shop. The thief used a hat rack to hide the entry and wore women's clothes to flee. He was arrested in Chicago, with Sheriff Baker preparing a pursuit.

Waco Tex Baker Chicago D. H. Krulewich Krulewich

Murder Trial Progresses in Waco Case

J B Bowen the defendant in the murder case stemming from the street car strike testified on December 8 in Waco Texas. The defense planned to close its case today while the state plans rebuttal witnesses before arguments and a jury verdict is expected after further deliberation.

Waco Tex J. B. Bowen

California fruit growers hold three day convention in Freson

The annual California fruit growers convention opened in Armory hall Freson with good attendance from across the state. Sessions will run three days and feature addresses by Percy T. Morgan president of the California Wines association Robert Root vice president T B White and treasurer D D Allison of the Raisin Growers' association along with several noted horticulturalists.

Freson Gal California Fruit Growers Armory” Hall Percy T. Morgan The California Wines Association Robert Root T. B. White D. D. Allison Raisin Growers’ Association

Indiana State Grange opens thirty third session at Warsaw

The thirty third annual Indiana State Grange session begins in Warsaw on December 8 and runs through the week. The program includes papers and discussions on farming topics and addresses by Aaron Jones, Walter Brubaker, and other National Grange and Indiana Patrons of Husbandry members. The sessions focus on agricultural topics and education.

Indiana Grange Warsaw Ind Indiana State Grange Aaron Jones Walter Brubaker National Grange

Michigan Farmers in Session

Michigan farmers gather for the annual meeting of the Michigan State Association of Farmers clubs in Lansing with delegates from almost every county. The senate chamber hosts sessions through Thursday with papers addresses and discussions on key agricultural topics.

Michigan Farmers In Session Lansing Mich Michigan State Association ‘of Farmers’ Clubs Senate State Capitol

Meeting of Medicos in Waco Tex on December 8

The McLennan County Medical Association is in session in Waco today. The meeting grows fast and interest increases as members discuss important subjects and benefit from idea and method exchanges.

Waco Tex McLennan County, Medical Association

Windy Weather in Waco Reports Unsettled Conditions

Wind swept through Waco yesterday with gusty, dust raising winds that made conditions uncomfortable. Forecasters predicted a change in the weather within a short time.

Waco Tex

Missing Man Found Near Lott in Texas

Missing man Carl F Pusse, of Williamson County, whose wagon and team were found at Lorena, has been located near Lott in Falls County, Texas.

Waco Tex Carl Fpussee Williamson County Lorena Lott Falls County

El Paso Improvement Company Chartered in Austin

El Paso Improvement Company of El Paso was chartered this morning in Austin with capital stock of $20,000.

Austin Tex el Paso Improvement Company el Paso

Jealous rage ends in murder at Cologne hotel

Fraenlein Frie da Boelke, famed Metropole dancer, was killed December 2 in Cologne by Ferdinand Tessier a machine maker and former French deputy candidate. They planned to marry after dining together but argued over another man. Tessier fatally stabbed her then killed himself. a trove of weapons and Lourdes amulets were found on his body.

Berlin Metropole Theatre Fraenlein Frieda Boelke Cologne Ferdinand Tessier Vichy France Chamber of Deputies Tessier Hessier Lourdes

Carnival Attendance Prompt Holiday in Austin

Clerks in state departments given holiday to attend the big carnival in Austin Texas on December 8. Several thousand visitors arrived today for the event.

Austin Tex

Doings in Local Courts Present Taylor Trial In Jury Yesterday

The long pending cases against B. B. Taylor in the Thirty-seventh district court reached the jury yesterday afternoon and the trial continued today. Taylor faces nine felony cases including forgery and passing forged instruments and swindling. A large set of continuances was granted this morning.

B. BR. Taylor Thirty-seventh District Taylor

Civil cases before the tribunal today without trial announcement

The Forty fifth District civil docket shows cases heard before the tribunal today but no trial date or verdict was disclosed. No formal trial was announced as proceedings continued.

Divorce suit filed in Thirteenth District Court

Epifanio Flores sues Louisiana Flores in the thirty seventh district court. G. B. Arnoy and Hattie Harris appear on habeas corpus. Fr Garza sues St Louis and Southwestern Railway Company of Texas for damages assigned to the forty fifth district court.

Thirty-seventh Epifanio Flores Louisiana Flores G. B. Arnoy Hattie Harris Fr. Garza St. Louis and Southwestern Railway Company Texas

Probate Court Actions Reported on Multiple Estates

In probate matters Judge R B Green approved the report of the temporary administrator for Ludwig Moegelin deceased and closed the administration. Ernst Stremmel filed minor application as archon for Harry Burnahnahn estate and Johanna Buhlmann filed as administratrix under the will for Henry Buhlmann estate. Information of lunacy against Walter DeKnight filed.

R. B. Green Ludwig Moegelin Harry Burnahnahn Ernst Stremmel Henry Buhlmann Johanna Buhlmann Walter DeKnight

County Court Takes Up Accident Policy Suit

County commissioners court met in regular session this morning and resumed in the afternoon. Jacob Schnorr vs Continental Casualty Company involves a $700 accident policy claim on trial.

Jacob Schnorr Continental Casualty Company

Local Marriage and City Court Gambling Roundup

Blas Talamantez and Francisco Rodriguez wed by Justice Thad Adams at 914 North Goma Street yesterday afternoon. Constable Charles F. Stevens filed affidavits and arrests in about seventy gaming cases Monday. Defendants from city resorts posted $50 bonds and faced Justice Umscheid's court this morning. George R. Stumberg, E. W. Tynan and Wm. Dielmann named jury commissioners for the January term. forty petit jurors to be drawn. Umscheid heard guilty pleas and fined gamblers from $5 to $10 plus costs. some paid and released, others sent to county convict camp for road work.

Blas Talamantez Francisco Rodriguez Thad Adams North Goma Street Charles F. Stevens Umscheid George R. Stumberg E. W. Tynan Wm. Dielmann Clark Thirty-seventh District Court

Medals and Diplomas Awarded Daily at City Hall

Distribution of medals cash premiums and diplomas will occur daily at the office of Superintendent L. E B Wolfe in city hall from 8 30 to 5 p m. Awards were granted by the San Antonio public schoolsheetree association during the fair. Pupils must bring a teacher's statement to claim their awards.

L. EB. Wolfe Upi San Antonio Public Schools Heetree Association Hee It

Kindergarten at Waco Promises Local Men Dress Up As Children

Waco Texas December 8 business men will participate in a kindergarten event on December 18 to support a free kindergarten in the woolen mills district. Prominent local businessmen will appear dressed as children introducing new features. The article also notes library construction, fumigation plans for all public school rooms, and a rash of recent accidental burn deaths in the area. Corsicana loses to Waco High in a 6 to 0 basketball game, while wheat and weather notes warn of rain shortages threatening crop yields. The State Floral Society prepares for its January officer election led by President Mrs Louis Cr. the outcome depends on local participation.

Waco Texas Woolen Mills State Floral Society Louis Cr

Cotton Blaze Destroys 2000 Bales in Sherman

Sherman Texas December 8 The Forbes company compress burned at noon destroying about two thousand bales of cotton. Estimated loss runs around 150000 dollars though cotton was insured and the building partially covered.

Sherman Tex Forbes Company

Black man Allen Brown sentenced in Cherokee County

In a Cherokee County strict court today Allen Brown a Black man faced attempted criminal assault charges and was sentenced to a thousand years in the penitentiary. The jury could not impose the death penalty and Brown narrowly escaped a lynching at the time of the crime.

Houston Tex Cherokee County Allen Brown Brown

Cotton goods production to be curtailed in North Carolina

North Carolina cotton goods manufacturers plan to reduce output in response to current trade conditions and the outlook for the industry. A conference of the manufacturers' association is to be held here to decide on the extent of production cuts.

Gulf States Texas Plateau Rocky Mountains California Mississippi Valley Northwest North Dakota Minnesota Nebrasa Colorado Nebraska Wyoming Dakotas Charlotte N. C North Carolina Ag. Bee Hee— Facturers

Aged Lady Dies in Austin After Stroke

Mrs Moses aged 65, widow of the late Liam Moses, collapsed at her Austin residence this morning. A paralytic stroke of the heart caused her death.

Austin Tex Mrs Moses Liam Moses Joey

The Light Pulls For San Antonio Always

The notice notes a 50 cent monthly charge for The Light service in San Antonio.

San Antonio

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