Encampment Decree For Texas Volunteer Guard at Mabry Camp
The Adjutant General orders the Texas Volunteer Guard to assemble at Camp Mabry near Austin from July 22 to July 30 1902 for a camp of instruction. Officers and troops must report with specified numbers of men, equipment and transport, while discipline rules and drill schedules are set and hospital, inspection, and supply procedures outlined.
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Austin
Tex
Adjutant General's Department
Texas Volunteer Guard
Camp Mabry
Scurty
Texas
Canp Mabry
Field Artillery
Signal Corps
Trumpet Corps
Aml
Adjutant General
J. J. Farnsworth
Prince of Security
Jessie Morrison Convicted of Murder in Third Trial
Jessie Morrison was found guilty of murder in the second degree in El Dorado Kansas after a twelve hour deliberation for the 1900 killing of Mrs. Olin Castle. The case may appeal again following previous trials and manslaughter verdicts and a brief prison term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
el Dorado
Kans
Jessie Morrison
Olin Castle
Miss Morrison
State Supreme Court
Driebund Renewal Signed by German Austrian Italian Envoys
Berlin reports the renewed alliance among Germany Austria Hungary and Italy the Drebund in its original form. Count von Buelow Austrian envoy von Szogneny Marich and Italian envoy Count Tanza Di Busca signed the treaty this morning in Berlin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Germany
Austria
Hungary
Thaly
Driebund
Berfin
Count von Buelow
Ambassas Dor von Szogneny Marich
Count Tanza di Busca
Third Court of Civil Appeals Adjourns To October Term
The Third Court of Civil Appeals in Austin Texas adjourned after disposing of several cases and will reconvene on the first Monday in October to continue its term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Third Court of Civil Appeals
Beep Plant Sold in St. Louis Becomes Syndicate Purchase
The St. Louis Dressed Beef and Provision Co. is sold to a syndicate led by Thomas W. Crouch of Colonial Trust. The price is reported as 2 million dollars. Crouch rejects claims the buyer is a beef trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Thomas W. Crouch
Colonial Trust Company
Crouch
Beef Trust
For Rent East Side Second Story Office Space
For rent the east side of the second story in The Light office building with five lighted rooms and a pool. Suitable for three offices or rooms. Apply to T Johnson at Light office.
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T, B, Johnson
Militia Inspector Finds San Antonio Units deficient
Lieutenant Colonel Jules J. Mitchert reports officers in three San Antonio militia companies lag in training and security while other units show better discipline. Government property losses are tied to armory mismanagement, yet Texas Volunteer Guard members sacrifice time and money with limited state aid, and overall results are largely satisfactory given conditions. Charters filed for several Texas corporations and a Rockport storm damages report accompany the militia assessment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Jules JB. Mitchert
First Infantry
San Antonio
San’ Antonio
Porter
Hae
Texas Volunteer Guard
Texans Return from Washington After Pleasant Visit
Washington June 28 The Texas delegation met with President to urge a Texas visit and received a warm reception. Mayor Lewis of Ennis praised the capital and noted Congress may adjourn soon with canal and Philippine bills advancing. Lanham reports a Fort Worth term for the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Senator Quay expects passage of statehood measure in the coming short session. A Texas Geologic Survey bulletin on the state’s geography gazetteer and map is nearing exhaustion. Joseph F. Neumann is named postmaster at Bebe Texas.
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Washington
D.C
Texas
Lewis
Ennis
National Gants
Union
The
Republic
Congress
Lanham
Committee On the Judiciary
Court of Appeals
Fifth Judicial Circuit
United States
Quay
Pennsylvania
Capitol
Senate
Geological Survey
Henry Cannett
Recommendations for inspection and disposal of military property
The document calls for organizations to condemn worn out and unserviceable property. It urges annual reexaminations of company, troop and battery officers in the battalion school and security and information roles. It requires units to return all government property to encampment, and empowers ordnance officers to issue proper stores to organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Therr
Board of
No More Stamps Documentary and Stickers Withdrawn
Austin Texas June 28 Internal Revenue Collector Flannigan announced that all documentary and proprietary stamps are withdrawn from sale effective noon June 30. Instruments requiring stamps must be secured before expiry or cannot be filed. Arrivals include W D Patton of West Superior Wisconsin and John J Burke of Eagle Pass registered at the Bexar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Internal Revenue
Flanagam
Commissioner of International Revenue
Washington
Washneton
Plannigan
W. 1D. Patton
Weat Superior
Wis
Bexar
John J. Burke
Eagle Pass
Indian Territory statehood bill eyed amid DC encampment ruling
In Washington on June 28 the House debated admitting Indian Territory as the State of Jefferson. Rep Babcock of Wisconsin objects to unanimous consent until a hearing is held. He proposed DC Commissioner regulate G A R encampment in the city this September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Howl
Washington, D.C
Moon
Tediy Babcocks
Wis
District of Columbia
Oon
Indian Territory
Territory of
Jefferson
Dinamite blast hits Duryea colliery near Wilkesbarre
Late last night a dynamite blast at the William A. colliery in Duryea caused two explosions but no injuries were reported. Coal and iron police did not locate the perpetrators. President Mitchell traveled west to consult with Illinois miners.
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Wilkesbarve
William A
Duryea
Coal and Iron
Mitchell
Iinois
Alabama Coal Miners Suspend Work After Strike Talks
Birmingham June 28 Alabama coal mines halted operations as both sides adjourned after failed wage and safety talks. The halt begins at noon and extends into a long idle period as negotiations stall.
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Birmingham
Ala
Alabama
No Boxing Law Fails in Senate Vote in New Orleans
New Orleans La. 28 The bill alleging boxing contests of twenty five rounds in New Orleans which had passed the lower house of the state legislature has been defeated in the senate by a large vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Senate
King Edward Sits Up As News Echoes In London
London reports paced by Buckingham Palace bulletin say King Edward is out of immediate danger with an improved condition after a night of rest. Doctors warn recovery may be protracted and caution on wound care continues as sensational rumors persist.
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London
Buckingham Palace
Tery
Maesty
Lord Lister
Frederick Treves
Westminster Gazette
His
Associated Press
Sunday Light
Reynolds
Newpaper
T Hey
King's Bed Chamber Scene Posts Hope for King's Recovery
London dispatch reports a poignant moment in Buckingham Palace as King Edward asked Sir Francis Knollys if his recovery was certain. Queen Alexandra Princess Victoria and the Prince of Wales were present. Knollys hesitated to answer, fearing distress. The king's condition shows gradual improvement with no new symptoms, though danger remains.
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London
King Edward
Buckingham Palace
Francis Knollys
Queen Alexandria
Princess Victoria
Prince of Wales
Royal
Francis Laking
Edward
Wortham to Speak for Texas at Chicago Merchants Meeting
Louis J. Wortham general manager of the Texas World's Fair commission has accepted an invitation to address the National Association of Merchants and Travelers in Chicago on August 12. The event aims to showcase Texas resources and industries to Chicago's leading merchants with Mr. Shedd of Marshall Field & Co coordinating efforts.
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Chicago
Dallas
Tex
National Association of Merchants and Travelers
Jac. G. Shedd
Louis J. Wortham
Texas World's Fair Commission
Texas
Wortham
Shedd
Sayers
Paul Morton
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway
Pfs
Marshall Field & Co
Desperate pistol duel wounds agent near Waggaman station
In New Orleans on June 28 a pistol duel at Waggaman station between a Texas and Pacific agent and a section foreman ended with the agent shot twice and believed fatally wounded. The foreman escaped unharmed and the agent was taken to a hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Waggaman Station
Texas and Pacific
Bank Run Triggers 30-Day Notice at Empire State Savings
Buffalo bank officers declare the Empire State Savings solvent after a run yesterday. Depositors wishing to withdraw must give thirty days notice. No cause for alarm is stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
N.wy
Auliet
Empire State Savings Bank
Congress to Study Louisiana Water Depths for Artesian Wells
Special to the Sunday Light reports that Congressman Breaseele secured authorities to send an expert to Louisiana to examine water strata and guide towns and individuals in sinking artesian wells. The move follows a spring appropriation increase allowing studies in more states including North Carolina where towns risk sinking wells without reliable depth or cost data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Breaseele
Louisiana
Congress
North Carolina
Confederate Home Investigation Report Delayed Publication
Fort Worth Texas June 28 authorities say the investigation into the Confederate Home by a committee appointed by Major General Van Zandt will not be published until the state encampment in Dallas next month. Forecasts from Austin are mere guesses and contain no reliable details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Texas
Van
U. C. Vlas
Dallas
Austin
Cleveland May Stump
New York Democratic leaders consider Grover Cleveland as a rallying foil for Theodore Roosevelt in the upcoming state campaign. They plan to invite Cleveland to speak and support the state legislative ticket, believing his participation could aid reform efforts. President Joseph Ax Canter of Manhattan said Cleveland pledged to help redeem the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
New York
Grover Cleveland
Theoore Roosevelt
Democratic State Foriat
Eovalbe
Odell
Roosevelt
Joseph Ax Canter
Manhattan
Princeton
Tiden
Forged State Seals Found Near Land Office
Special to the Sung reports the discovery of forged seals and notarial records tied to land grabs in early Texas. The items were found near Nee Ant Fame and acquired by H. Clements member of the Texas legislature, with the collection now housed in the De Lanes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Land Office
Nee Ant-Fame
H. Clements
Tosh
Cle
de Lanes
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