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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1885
Page
2
The piece urges restoring Tur Alamo to the order intended by the State upon purchase. It recounts close calls in a smoky lobby, notes Texas business optimism for 1885, laments crime and public scandals, and critiques the Legislature while praising local efforts to boost rail and civic improvements.
The article notes a forthcoming referendum on a $75,000 bond issue to fund a new city hall and jail, arguing city improvements are essential and would save taxpayer money by reducing rents. It also covers comments on Texas veteran reunions, Missouri politics, and military statistics from Britain and Russia, alongside local business ads.
A lengthy advertisement details dozens of ranches and city lots for sale in Texas and nearby regions. Properties include 200000 acres of grazing land, 108 sections near Green county, multiple riverfront ranches, and city houses on avenues A to D. Terms offer easy payments, with options for partnerships, cash, or long-term credit.
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