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Newspaper
San Antonio Sunday Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1903
Page
1
The Dallas News quotes sheriff remarks that menacing a mob would be met with deadly force as officers upheld law. The piece argues that courage to do duty earns public respect when law prevails.
A brief note suggests that light want ads yield good returns, implying cautious optimism about classified advertising effectiveness. The item emphasizes the perceived value of small ads for generating revenue.
Free light distribution to Light subscribers was delayed and did not arrive today but is expected this week. The giveaways will begin next Sunday once the supplements are received.
The Light's voting contest closes tomorrow at 12 o'clock noon. Voters are urged to cast ballots before the deadline to ensure their participation counts.
Admiral Wise, commandant of the Pensacola navy yards, receives navy department authority to restart rebuilding of the former Spanish cruiser Isla de Luzon, idle since about three months ago at the yard in Pensacola Florida.
A. W. Smith aged 32 died at the Santa Rosa infirmary on Wednesday from burns to the limbs sustained in a railroad accident. The remains were shipped to Ipswich Massachusetts for burial.
The article argues for municipal ownership of water gas and electric services under the new San Antonio charter. It highlights powers to construct or purchase plants, regulate rates, and pay a quarter of the price upfront with the rest in installments from utility revenues. It suggests bond funding for initial payment and urges careful, timely council action.
Count Casini, the Russian ambassador, met with President Roosevelt for an hour to outline Russia’s stance on the Kishinev massacre. The meeting, arranged through Secretary Hay, suggests Roosevelt will refrain from formal representations to Russia. The envoy seeks guidance on limits before offending the Czar ahead of a Braij Brith delegation visit.
Washington reports vigilant U S officials monitor Colombia for possible tricks over the canal treaty. Rumors claim Panama and Caudica may secede and form an independent republic if Colombian Congress fails to ratify the accord.
Washington June 13 Minister Herbert W Bowen may not return to Caracas as US representative in Venezuela. Roosevelt values his abilities and would favor promoting him to ambassador if a vacancy arises. Bowen may be considered for Mexico, but Powell Clayton currently holds the post and shows no desire to retire.
The University of Austin board ends annual meeting approving a new engineering building and equipment. A professor in electrical engineering is appointed and $5,000 is appropriated for the engineering building. Several appointments are made including Miss Louise H. Wright as directress of the Woman's Gymnasium. Dr. Thomas Montgomery of the University of Pennsylvania named zoology professor. Dr. Warner Fite in philosophy. Dr. Frederick C. Schub in German. Dr. H. W. Harper promoted to full professorship. Dr. Wm. J. Battle granted four years’ leave to study in Greece. Two scholarships for women medical students in Galveston announced.
In Waco Texas on June 13 the city council gave final say on the water issue to voters after the water commission urged a contract if terms were favorable. An election will be held next Tuesday to decide whether to pursue a new contract or build a city plant.
Porto Rico provides about a million dollars monthly to US producers and merchants, and furnishes nearly a million dollars of tropical products each month to meet American demand, reports from Washington dated June 11.
Telegrams from Belgrade report mixed loyalties with the rural districts leaning to Prince Micko of Montenegro while intelligent classes push for a republic. An offer to Karageorgevitch is said to have been made and his reply states he will accept only if elected unanimously by the Skupstina and with powers’ approval. He will stay in Geneva until after the election and disavow violence.
Former Governor Hogg indicates no clear choice between Palmer Buckner or Republicans, saying Democrats would face similar outcome regardless of which side wins. He spoke in Houston Texas on June 13.
A continuous heavy rain drenched Victoria this night and day with cool air and fires comfortable as residents endure the downpour and seek shelter from the storm.
Nicaraguan foreign minister Senor Sanchez travels to Washington to present a canal proposal and to seek opening talks if Panama is dropped. State Department reports indicate strong Colombian opposition to the treaty and slim chances of ratification, with administration officials prepared to hear Sanchez’s position on canal issues.
Baltimore prepares for the Northeastern saengerbund gathering with record visitors and full trains to the event. A grand orchestra concert opens the week in Druid Hill Park while President Roosevelt attends and reviews a torchlight parade. Contest for the German Emperor trophy highlights the program along with excursions and fetes.
J C Nayte a farmer near Beeville Texas is in serious condition after being attacked ten days ago with persistent hiccoughs in a case where no remedy has halted the attack
ACME Ice Cream Co announces a plan to freeze ice cream both night and day to meet customer demands. The notice lists contact at Phones 1107 for further details and ordering.
The Texas Railroad Commission orders the San Antonio and Aransas Pass railway to cancel 1.7 million dollars in bonds and reduce its charter stock from 5 million to 1 million. Railroads must file written agreement within ten days and show proof of bond cancellation or face court action. The decision names officials and outlines further steps and potential suits.
George H. H. Heck sheriff of Victoria county was fatally wounded at 9 30 pm while asleep beside his bride Miss Allie C Neeley in Victoria Texas The ball pierced through the window struck his wife on the wrist and lodged in his lung He was 35 years old and had recently married in Cisco No clue to the assailant was found.
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