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Newspaper
San Antonio Sunday Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1901
Page
1
Alf DéSalme resumes activity following a month of disruption triggered by a fall from a horse during the siege of Hiness. The episode ended with his removal from the area and a temporary halt to public proceedings.
W J Bryan fears being sidelined as Dems reorganize and face Cooker and Shepherd push for new party principles. A Washington letter notes Bryan plans to send readers The Commoner to all members, arguing its material supports Democratic defense of principles.
Senator Hanna reported the Civic Federation meeting in New York produced better than expected benefits from personal contact among capital labor and public representatives. He met with President Roosevelt who endorsed the aims, predicting reduced friction between capitalists and workers and fewer strikes and lockouts through negotiated harmony.
In Chicago banking circles it is believed Secretary of the Treasury Gage will retire within six weeks and not return to Chicago as a banker. His former role as president of the First National Bank has been well filled in Washington, with no bank yet identified as a future destination.
A. J. Heasey sheriff of Seneca county Ohio and Deputy J J Fighlist escorted Russell B Drake through El Paso from Mexico. Drake is wanted in Tiffin for alleged embezzlement and forgery tied to a $25000 shortage at Union Central Life Insurance. He was arrested at Gaurdlajdra and returned without extradition.
In Fort Worth Texas on December 21 the Democratic primary nominated J J Powell for mayor and ten aldermen including W H Ward Ben Waggeman T J Murray John F Lehane M M Lydon W G Newby J F Henders B C Orrick and Q T Moreland all seeking re election except M M Lydon who replaces a declined incumbent in the fifth ward. The vote was heavy.
Hon J W Springer reports that Nelson Morris Co of St Joseph bought 640 acres adjoining Union Stock Yards near Hodge junction of the Denver Katy Trans continental and Cotton Belt lines. This signals Morris Packing House arrival with Armour and Swift plans nearly complete. They expect to use at least six million bricks.
J Wy Mitchell Miss Braham Robert Paton Gibbs Mason Mitchell Mrs Robinson Haywood Rose Arthur Emett Shackelford Deaman Maley Miss Sterling and Faust Flood of New York are listed as members of the Blanche Walsh company visiting the Bexar venue.
Washington dispatch reports both the White House and the British ambassador Lord Pauncefote deny a sensational tale that President Roosevelt was assaulted Thursday. An intoxicated man brushed the president on Massachusetts Avenue. he was arrested and released, while a New York story claimed the strike occurred.
A man identified as Lashelle Shelle alias Wim O Day was shot dead in a 3 a m duel in New Orleans. Finchy Girard, a convicted criminal, was wounded. Lashelle claimed to be son of a former Minneapolis judge and linked to past arrests in Houston Shreveport Joplin and Gainesville. He had served time in Texas for robbery.
Secretary Root orders an explanation from Lieutenant General Miles after a Cincinnati paper praised Admiral Dewey. A meeting with the President set the plan to be announced later, with a warning against any revival of the Sampson Schley controversy by officers. Maclay, author of naval histories, may face action. he works at Brooklyn Navy Yard.
Lemion December 21 report notes England's telegraphic system in semi chaos after severe storms. The London to Birmingham line is underground and extending northward. Post Office cites huge costs to convert all overhead wires, while reformers argue storms would have offset much of the expense.
December records in Mobile were broken as thermometer fell to 15.7 degrees. Weather was clear with warmer indications later. News reached of the frozen death of the Anna steamer cook found near Stockton in Baldwin County.
A Black man, described as drunk, fatally injures Secre tary and Treasurer Dayton d. Miller of Big Coal Co at Fom's Creek Wise County before fatally wounding Iles Williams, commissary clerk. The assailant is captured this morning amid threats of mob justice.
Helena Mont December 21 C P Blomberg was acquitted by a Virginia City jury for the killing of W S Millspaugh the Chicago mining millionaire last October during a quarrel The defense claimed self defense Millspaugh was formerly general solicitor of the Southern Pacific and an intimate friend of the late C P Huntington
Washington reports Secretary Gage left for New York on December 21 and expects to be at his Treasury Department desk the following Monday. In New York he attended a Metropolitan Club dinner hosted by Frank Vanderlip as a private affair.
Patrick I. McHugh M P. told a public meeting in Sligo that the Irish should stay at home after his recent tour of the United States. He said he has seen both the dark and the bright sides of life in American cities and urged caution.
Paris reports that at a Panama Canal company meeting on Thursday President Hutin who had returned from the United States and works director M. Choro both resigned.
The Texas railroad commission closed a three day session in Austin with testimony on long distance freight rate reductions. C F Byers urged Texas wide adjustments while opposing shortcuts that favor outside points. Officials from Houston and San Antonio defended current tariffs citing depot needs and regional market realities. The panel awaits decisions after holidays, with further hearings on stock and horse stock tariffs to resume.
Washington highlights the central role of forests and streams in national development. The West benefits from forests for lumber and water protection, while arid lands can be irrigated to support large populations. U S Geological Survey data show rising value of water resources and the need to preserve forests to secure ongoing water supplies and power.
Fifty eight convicts at Huntsville and Rusk penitentiar ies receive pardons from Governor Sayers on Christmas with two reformatory inmates at Gatesville also pardoned. The act continues a long Texas tradition to free meritorious prison ers for holiday meals at home.
Senator W P Sebastian of Breckenridge says cattle in his county have not suffered from the cold this winter and should fare well unless a wet norther brings fatalities. He notes cattlemen have sufficient feed and cattle are currently in good condition.
The governor disclosed promotions including A Baushell of Houston to major of the First Texas infantry. Henry R Herndon of St Jo to be First Lieutenant and assistant surgeon of the Fourth infantry. James W Marshall to be lieutenant of Company M Tom Smith Rifles Hillsboro Second infantry. Dale G Kilburn to be second lieutenant of One Pony A Horace Chilton Volunteers Tyler Third infantry.
The annual report of Fish and Oyster Commissioner J. P. Kibbe for the year ending August 31, 1901 has been received by the secretary of state. Contents have already been published.
Miss Lillian Vickers, a Bryan-Mawr student, burned to death after covering her body with alcohol. Unclear whether self harm or accident, she awoke in flames, ran into a corridor, and died five hours later. Friends had warned of a leprosy fear. A partly filled bottle of alcohol was found after the incident.
Report describes Chicago radicals boarding crowded Milwaukee avenue street and elevated cars during peak hours to deliver loud speeches. They accuse street car owners of oppression and distribute anarchist literature as they move toward downtown, attracting working commuters as an audience.
In the last thirty days eggs rose a dollar per case while potatoes gained a dollar per barrel and apples 30 cents per dozen. Market men blame a corner by Armour and Swift on about 185 million eggs stored for sale at 28 cents per dozen, yielding about 1.8 million dollars in profit. Patients in New York state asylums face rice for now as potatoes stay costly.
Amusement lovers anticipate the Ivy Social Club New Year ball on Tuesday December 31 at Beethoven hall. Tickets are $100 per couple with sandwiches and hats provided, no supper. A good orchestra will play as members and friends enjoy a formal dance night.
Rome reports two trains collided near Melegnano ten miles southeast of Milam. Six people were killed and fifteen seriously injured in the wreck. Local authorities investigate cause and emergency services respond to the scene.
State Superintendent Arthur Lewe urges Texas teachers to attend the State Teachers Association meeting in Waco during the Christmas holidays. A large, representative turnout is hoped for with a program of interest for both the State and Principals associations. The event opens at 2 PM Thursday December 26 with sessions through Friday and Saturday. reduced railroad rates are available from ticket agents.
Governor Sayers returned from Galveston after attending George Sealy’s funeral. He met penitentiary board members and a sugar house representative to inspect the Wm. Clemens State Farm in Brazoria county as a potential site for a new sugar mill, praising the land as ideal.
The Secretary of State filed a charter today for Farmers' and Mechanics' Lumber Company of Dallas with capital stock of 20000. Incorporators are H. W. Burr Otis McCaffery Jr and Henry D Lindsley. A permit to do business in Texas was granted to the Pittsburg Glenflora Sugar Company of Pennsylvania with capital stock 100000. The Texas office is to be at Glenflora Wharton County.
At the Texas state fuel board meeting, Sam Bagran was authorized to buy coal for the capitol power house until oil deliveries arrive. Oil on hand will last about three days, and if the ordered oil does not arrive, burning oil may cease and coal use would resume to cover the emergency.
In Calhoun county Mississippi at Hurricane Church seven miles east of Hillsboro James Smith killed his father Ge Smith yesterday afternoon. An altercation over a trivial matter led to James grasping a pine scantling and striking his father, fracturing the skull. Death occurred within minutes. both men are farmers and respected locals.
A PPE line project reports arrival of 12,600 feet of pipe from Pittsburg via a contracting firm. Work on laying the line will start as soon as practicable.
On Christmas Eve a large tree will be lit at the State Deaf and Dumb Institute in Austin Texas. The event is described as the biggest in the history of the school with elaborate preparations for the pupils. Santa Claus will visit all the students.
Special to the Sunday from Austin Texas reports the State Treasury general fund balance increased by 851000 dollars over the last thirty days. The gain reflects improved revenue and fiscal activity affecting state finances.
Judge T. Johnson III of Austin is confined to his home with an attack of the grip and is away from the office as of December 21. The incident affects the attorney general’s staff and daily court duties in the area.
London report says Elena Grace daughter of Michaela Grage formerly of New York married the Earl of Dopoughmonre at St Church Chester Square today.
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