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Newspaper
San Antonio Sunday Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1900
Page
1
W. W. Walling and J. R. Norton operate WALLING NORTON lawyers. Practice in all state and federal courts. Office in Boero building opposite courthouse, San Antonio, Texas.
A brief notice from Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Company urges homeowners to ask the Local Manager if they do not know the value of their home telephone. The message emphasizes consulting the manager for information.
Union carpenters at work on a new city building went on strike yesterday over a disagreement about hours constituting four days of work. This marks the first trouble over the eight hour day in the area, with dates noted in June.
Classified notice offering large Southeast rooms with or without board at 221 Dwyer Avenue, one block from a courthouse. Features include bath and summer rates.
In federal court Judge Alex Boarman denied Reuben Lewis’s writ of habeas corpus and remanded him to jail to await grand jury action at the November term. Lewis, a black soldier, killed his comrade Samuel Brown in the Fort Sam Houston mess hall in February. The judge previously quashed the indictment over jury discrimination, and warned that if he were a juror he would convict. All criminal cases were continued to the next term as the district attorney filed new indictments.
John McBride received a two year sentence in a Federal penitentiary for smashing a United States mailbox at the South Alamo and Wisita streets corner. The act occurred on a Saturday evening about four weeks prior.
A Fort Sam Houston domestic was arrested by federal authorities on a milk bill receipt forgery charge. United States Commissioner A W Seeligson dismissed the case after hearing the evidence.
Deputy U S Marshal Fred H. Lancaster arrested a Mexican boy yesterday afternoon for defacing government property. He was caught pasting stickers over the numbers on postal letter boxes in the post office.
Deputy Customs Collector C. M. Fergusson sold a quantity of smuggled goods forfeited to the United States yesterday in front of the Federal building. The lot included mescal and cigars and brought good prices.
The annual King Shoot at the San Antonio Rifle Club unfolds this afternoon at River Avenue range with one shot per contestant. Ernest Steves won last year, while R. Newmann took the Ritter Medal. a sweepstake shoot with about fifty entries follows, at 200 yards, muzzle rest, ten shots per entry, and refreshments served.
A light office listing notes a sale of news and job stands and cases in good condition at discounted prices from B. Johnson. The notice emphasizes affordability and available stock for buyers.
Special to Sunday Light Chicago June 2 Dr T N Jamieson Republican national committeeman from Illinois says eastern managers fear New York may go Democratic in November. He reports eastern leaders may nominate Cornelius N Bliss for vice president, though Bliss has declined.
Edward Garczynski the City of Mexico journalist explorer and scientist has written to the mayor urging river preservation. He cites Louisiana cypress at St Marys college claimed to be over 100 years old and argues for planting trees along the river bank terraces and clinging vines to maintain the sylvan look while declaring river banks public property under the park commissioner.
The Beethoven Maennerchor hosts a garden festival at Beethoven Hall Saturday night, first of the season, with a musical programme and dancing. Invites sent to members and friends promise a pleasant social evening followed by a hop after the concert.
The Spanish War Veterans announce a Wednesday meeting at the Zouave armory where Captain Hernandez will explain the Order ritual. The group seeks adoption of by laws and aims to recruit charter members, with 52 current members and an expected 100 more. The organization provides relief to members, covers funeral expenses, and offers military burial.
New Orleans June 2. District Attorney Gurley, newly elected, was refused oath by Judge Moise after missing the thirty day qualification window. The lapse occurred while Gurley led U S circuit court actions as acting district attorney. Judge Moise suggested gubernatorial appointment as remedy, in a letter to Governor Heard.
Special to the Sunday Light reports from Senekala that General Rundel’s Tuesday battle grew heavier, with wounded in hospital and fires burning the veld. Twenty men dropped rifles, led by a lieutenant, and risked flames to rescue the wounded as Rundle plans an advance toward Pretoria. Lorenzo Marquez notes Kruger near Macadadoro and Roberts signaling a move toward the capital with French near reach.
Washington report states Gen. MacArthur has requested at least three regiments of cavalry for the Philippines. He believes five regiments could subdue natives by November 1. The Sixth Cavalry may be deployed, with Cuba troops left until after the June 16 election. Orders to assign officers are in preparation.
The County Commissioners court opened its annual review of delinquent tax lists yesterday. The poll tax list was the first item examined and showed a notable total of delinquents awaiting collection.
Secretary of state filings show Llano Granite and Griffith Brothers Corp chartered in Fort Worth and Quanah with capital stocks. An election for colonel and lieutenant positions in the Texas Volunteer Guard First Regiment is set for June 20. Rangers promotions to first and second lieutenancies follow a recent reorganization. Railroads report quarterly gross passenger earnings taxes. Waters-Pierce permit sparks editorials and a state response. A New York bond owner sues Austin city, seeking over five thousand dollars. A heavy rain floods East Sixth Street. two suspects in a feathers theft face habeas corpus action. Gib Gay murder case set for trial on venue change. grand jury indicts three men for Robert Taylor's death.
Baton Rouge June 2 The civil service law governing New Orleans city appointments faces a severe test in the next two to three weeks. Support builds for repeal as the steering and conference committees report Governor Hard favors a modification. City delegates largely back repeal, while opponents have yet to mobilize. Committees plan to push a straight repeal bill.
John Schuetze Will Schuetze and Alfred Carlisle returned last evening from a week's stay camping and fishing at Eisenhauer's place on the Salado. They caught many fish and had plenty of fun. John noted a recent rise in the Salado changed the creek course in several spots and uprooted large trees.
Miss Selma Shiffelbein marked her fifth birthday yesterday at her parents home on Nevada Street, with family in attendance during the afternoon.
The World’s Havana cable reports charges against Major John G Davis once Havana chief sanitary officer under General Ludlow and now in the Philippines. He is accused of levying tribute on butchers merchants hotelkeepers and others and of extorting large sums. His salary was 3500 a year yet locals say he lived at ten thousand dollars yearly. They recount a New Year’s dinner featuring a roasted peacock as a costly centerpiece.
Eugene Moore, yardmaster for the Texas and Pacific in Dallas, was crushed to death at noon today when he was caught between two freight cars while making a coupling. He was about forty years old and left a wife.
Washington DC June 2 The general deficiency bill, last of the appropriation measures, passed the Senate today.
Cadets from the West Texas Military Academy staged their annual exhibition and competitive drill on the Fort Sam Houston lower parade ground. B company won the organization championship under Cadet Captain Quinn, while Cadet Irving McCracken of B Company claimed the individual title. General Chambers McKibbin, Col. C. S. Roberts, Lt. Howard R. Perry, Capt. Charles L. Hodges and many civilians observed the event.
Havana reports Major E G Rathbone suspended Cuban post director will not attempt to depart for the United States. Friends claim he acted only on orders from Assistant Postmaster Heath and other Washington backers. Governor General Wood reportedly has orders to arrest Rathbone if he tries to leave the island.
New Orleans, June 2. Fierce dissensions split the city after civil service, installed years ago in municipal government, faces repeal by the Democratic faction that just took charge. A solid city delegation of thirty four in the legislature supports ending the law, which has never been popular locally.
The Yellow Jackets, a colored baseball team from Waco, arrived to play a series with the Rosebuds, a local colored team. A game yesterday afternoon ended 14 to 4 in favor of the Yellow Jackets, showcasing strong batting and defense.
Victor Collins once identified as dead after a 1900s Steins Pass hold up turns up alive in El Paso revealing a solid alibi. He says he was injured in a Chihuahua railroad dynamite blast and hospitalized, missing news reports of his supposed death and months of mourning by his sister.
The Southwestern Telephone Co plans major improvements in Houston Texas a new switchboard capable of handling three thousand phones arrives and will be installed. A fraternal organization named Knights of the Royal Arch debuts in Houston tomorrow restricted to liquor trade workers with mutual insurance aims. E Pur tis is noted in the city and warmly welcomed.
In New Orleans on June 2 the US Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a federal court ruling, upholding the Georgia Railroad Commission's power to limit interstate rates. The Southern Express Company sought an injunction to stop the war stamp requirement on receipts, granted previously by Judge Emery Speer.
The St Louis Transit strike continues with more street cars in service under police protection. An attempted car bombing by strikers failed last night. Authorities expanded security with 2,500 deputies and sheriffs deployed to prevent further incidents.
In Louisville Kentucky on June 2 veterans marched despite the parade being called off. The veterans crowded the line as bands played Dixie and cheers rose through the rain soaked streets. Afterward large groups began leaving the city, with an estimated 6300 attendees at the reunion.
M H Gosset, a Congressional candidate, filed a formal protest with the county committee in Dallas against the primaries ballot tally. He alleges hundreds of legal votes were cast for his opponent A E Burke. The protest was filed today.
An offer to buy a piano on installment terms of 25.00 per quarter is stated with price tags of 125.00, 150.00, and 160.00. The notice is placed by Thos. Goggan & Bros. indicating the deal and payment plan.
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