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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1885
Page
4
Captain E. C. Stubbs arrived with manager J. R. W. Hennessey and aimed to meet J. Carver in St. Louis while he is in the city. He challenged Dr. Carver in New Orleans but was not favored, and residents hope for an exhibition before his departure.
A rapid rundown of social events and mentions from the city scene. Notable items include a Fourth Ward railroad meeting tonight, concerts at Vienna Garden, a parade at Government Hill, updates on local figures, a marriage rumor, and a variety of social and civic notices spanning nightlife, religion, weather, and public safety.
City council amends Section 3 of the ordinance regulating service pipes and protection of waterworks hydrants. It prohibits using or turning on water from a fire hydrant or stand pipe without mayoral authorization, except in case of fire. Passed and approved April 13, 1885. City Clerk note later date 4-17-10.
Houston Post reports Hector Reisner, a former baggage master, persuaded Mrs. A Censinier to flee San Antonio for a country visit then shipped her household goods to Garrett and Houston. The couple’s plan to wed was foiled. Reisner is arrested and the aggrieved Mrs. Saffroi is en route from San Antonio.
A list of notable individuals and travelers staying or passing through the St Leonard Hotel includes Bennett Musgrave of Pleasanton Capt A G Pickett Jr of Floresville W H Jennings Jr stockman of Pearsall Lt Wassenicht of Lu ling and Mr F N Sanchez city weigher all at the St Leonard. Also Mr H Seidel of Helena and Capt D L Kokernut of Gonzales noted patrons while Dr Herff and wife and Mrs John Herff left for the exposition and others like Hutchinson Sunset route manager and several named guests from New York Houston St Louis and beyond are registered at the Maverick and Menger hotels.
Five donors Nic Cosgrove Dr F Favre Dr August Nette C L Wagner and H N Degener present a model medal to Udo Rhodius to be shown tonight at the Ladies Sea association. The final design will be realized in gold and silver by the five gentlemen.
In Thursday's Express Mr Fisher notes he refused a diamond ring offered for months rent and only posted the Miss Muller house for rent at her request after she informed him she planned to vacate following her death by self harm.
Mrs White, 82, tramps from Canada toward Albany town 32 miles west seeking her son and two daughters. Widow of 50 years of marriage, funds exhausted for burial and medical bills. Born in New York State of Quaker stock, she has 12 children and travels with a white cap, black dress, and a short black pipe. Police aiding efforts to secure railroad passes for her.
A country minister closes his sermon by noting a gold coin found among the pennies and two cent pieces from last Sabbath's collection. He explains the coin was likely misplaced by a regular attendee and urges the owner to prove ownership to recover it, calling for unity in prayer.
The Globe-Democrat prints for the first time a 1861 letter from General Ulysses S. Grant to his father in law in St Louis. He urges patriotism, outlines Union resolve, notes Virginia’s secession, and comments on slavery, cotton, and northern stance. He mentions family news and signs as U.S. Grant.
The letter from an amused editor lodges in a chaotic spring poem scene with playful misreadings and legal threats. A Rich Music Professor figure is mocked, while phrases in multiple languages and mock Latin interjections punctuate the satire. The piece ends with a light threat of prosecution and a playful vow to free the offender.
The city held a legally certified vote on April 4 1885 to decide city bond issuance of 75000 dollars for a city hall courthouse and jail. For the proposition 392 votes against 445 with 144 and 28 scattered. grand total 837, yes no and scattering. Returning officers Bryan CaiaGuan mayor KE Conner and F Scriviner certified the results and vacancies for wards one and four were filled by M F Corbett Otto Bolms and George Brovder with totals shown and six votes thrown out.
A jumble of 19th century ads and notices extoll goods at F Sheets and Sheets stores, clothing bargains, liniments, hats, shirts, and a piano sale. Local officials relocate offices, rail talks, and a public meeting on depot site. Public notices include health products, photographs, and business promotions with several names and addresses.
San Antonio features H Mueller Art Gallery at 205 Commerce Street selling artist materials paints frames and decorative items. J P Condon offers hand made carriages and repairs on Nacogdoches Street with old vehicles accepted. Frank Starr seeks a partner to manage a new Commerce Street restaurant between Main and Military Plazas.
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