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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1896
Page
7
City officials are urged to dismiss Consulting Engineer S M Gray over costly sewer plans described as bungled and dangerous. The piece likens Gray to a modern Frankenstein, detailing failed tank and manhole designs, halted sewer work, and mounting legal costs, urging timely termination to avoid further taxpayer burden.
Bishop Vorest of San Antonio visited Elmendorf and praised the new Catholic church. He will return in September for confirmation. The water supply needs improvement and crop prospects are good. Many farmers plowed corn while livestock are in fine condition. Local residents visited San Antonio for Epworth League and rode the streetcar for health. Without Sieger, Jr. heads to Texas for his father's pottery business. Dr. Whitaker markets farming land. sandy lands touted as highly productive. Citizens unite on financial questions, opposing hard or soft money.
Judge and Mrs Timming discuss a daughter born last Sunday and W D Cochran departs for Temple while Bishop Twinaton to hold a service. Democratic Executive committee meets at the courthouse as rain and wind sweep the area. Mutton shipments to Kansas City and cattle to Indian Territory, sheep wool arrivals, and telephote company expansion loom as a new switchboard is installed.
A. Nevio Vomeroy argues that journalists must adapt to the changing landscape or fade into obscurity. He notes the journalistic revolution reshaping the field and credits pioneers who began this evolution with local country newspapers.
McCarthy’s Mishaps comes to the Grand Opera House on Wednesday April 22 for a one night engagement starring Miss St George Russay in a revived version of the popular farce comedy. The show promises brisk lively entertainment with music dancing and humorous gongs. The touring company has a strong national reputation and strong ticket demand is anticipated with seats now on sale.
Advertising blurb for J L Lobert Tailoring Co claims new styles and better fits at lower prices, urging customers to visit before demand increases. The copy emphasizes quality and savings.
An April 20 entertainment at Grand Opera House Alon aims to raise funds for the Southern Battle Abbey and Jefferson Davis monument fund. The program lists a vocal solo, mandolin, and other acts, with admission including reserved seats and a lumber price list from Shiagise & Sons.
Auction notice lists room contents at No 2 Lavaca street including sideboard wardrobe carpets and kitchen utensils. Sale set for Monday April 0th at 10 am conducted by auctioneer W Watson.
San Antonio hosts the Endeavors in a city visit praised as profitable and pleasant. The article disputes contracts with Backus Hines and others, noting Hindry had no rights to transfer and calling for a practical test of sewer work claims to settle contractor concerns. The piece lauds the Endeavorers for bringing material evidence of their city holdings and conditions of endorsement.
A garbled county news item notes cabbages in carload lots for advertising, mentions shipments from Alice station, Rockport's prep for Epworth league delegates arriving for a Sunday stay, a decorated car for glazers, and a grand base picnic by the Butchers' Benevolent Association with races and fun at Riverside Park.
The West End suburb drew hundreds of visitors who arrived Monday and continued through Wednesday. The Ipworth league drew some visitors, while others toured the area admiring homes and the streetcar service. The West End Street Car company posted extra cars on Friday as crowds peaked, with courteous behavior noted among Texas ladies and a shift away from school tickets to improve service. Local vendors urged buying pianos from familiar dealers offering better terms, lower notes, and in-home tune adjustments.
A fragmented weekly list notes saints, battles, and events from April 19 to April 23 in a historic clock. Entries reference archbishops Elphigo and Anselm, Napoleon III birth, Cromwell abdication, Paul Jones, and battles near Les and Marlon, with various royal and religious observances.
A sprawling list details drastic discounts on hundreds of items from ladies hats and gloves to silk ribbons and perfumes. The ad promotes prices slashed on ginghams, handkerchiefs, lace, and domestic goods, claiming large quantities and deep cuts to lure shoppers.
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