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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1897
Page
1
A long satirical piece warns readers about the Kodak camera as a social menace revealing private moments. It contrasts public decorum with hidden acts, mocks sensational journalism, and argues for moral restraint while noting a Texas veteran rights discussion and civil service appointment misunderstandings in Washington.
A provocative critique denounces the Kodak as a weapon of private invasion, arguing it intrudes into home life and moral rights while blurring lines between innocent use and exploitative spying. It warns of a culture that punishes opinion over ethics and frames the device as a tool of secret surveillance.
Treasurer Herff denied secrecy in paying city employees and said he had orders to be at city hall by four to pay March payrolls. The piece argues the city council has sole authority to approve debt payments and urges an ordinance to regulate expenses and warrant-based payments. It notes Texas cities adopting the state plan for warrants.
At a meeting in Turner hall on the 22nd Valventan tax payers organization elected Walker as president. He warned against tax resistance describing it as revolutionary and warned of consequences including bank ruin and asset seizure.
The piece argues a German dominated city administration will bring stable taxation. Taxpayers, especially German citizens, are seen as likely to accept higher taxes, setting a model for others to follow. Mayor Callaghan is praised for his prudent selection of collaborators amid anticipated tax increases.
In Omaha Nebraska Republicans won a sweeping victory amid a spirited campaign with silver and fusion opposition. The Democratic Populist and silver Republican forces allied against the straight Republican ticket while the war slogan Remember 1900 and Bryan featured prominently. Majorities were about half of McKinley over Bryan in November. The A P A issue appeared but less prominently than before.
Alderman Johnson submits two measures to remit interest and penalties on tax delinquents if paid by June first. Critics warn such rebates reward delinquents and undermine equal treatment, while some cities report success with early payment incentives. A local note extols Chamberlain's Cough, Cholera and Starrhora remedy via a Meare, South Carolina claimant, claiming rapid relief for a child's two month diarrhoea.
An 1887 ordinance amendment requires hacks carts drays and two horse wagons for hire to take stands at city plazas as assigned by the Chief of Police and subject to his rules. Approved April 12 1887. BRYAN CALLAGHAN mayor and THEO Vinke city clerk. Piano department advertisement invites inspection of stock with easy payment options from THOS GOGGAN & BROS offering ten makes without notes or interest.
Work at the fair grounds nears completion foreshadowing a grand May meet. Col J D Gavin of San Antonio visits town. various residents travel to San Antonio and Houston for business and conventions. A May 5 school picnic is set at Landa’s park as the alderman race yields Floege victory by 33 votes. The wheelmen plan a flower parade May 2 with five prizes for best decorated wheels. Harry Landa tours Kansas City architects over a grain elevator project. initial plans evolve toward a large 104,000 bushel capacity facility.
Floresville reports show Mr. Huntress of San Antonio winning in Fio Feenville, A B Briscoe attending probate matters in Houston, and Albert Beitel and Mollie Harrison wed in a San Antonio marriage ceremony. Also listed are a water tank collapse, business visits, and local residents pursuing studies and moveable home improvements.
San Francisco April A declares a formal challenge by Joe Choynski to Robert Fitzsimmons for a $5,000 a side heavyweight title bout under Queensbury rules. If Fitzsimmons agrees, the match will occur at the club offering the largest purse with May 13 as the notification date.
NM, T. Wilson, the jovial superintendent, arrived from San Antonio this week to receive a list of 4,000 yearlings contracted from Wiley Brooze. Tom Taylor, ranch manager, accompanied by his wagon outfit, arrived yesterday. Prank Grett tried cattle driving on a bicycle recently, and Alm’s horse was given to the boys. AG Porter of San Antonio, brother to Bill and Az Porter, has been visiting with the crew for several days as a Wells-Fargo Express messenger operating out of San Antonio.
Lockhart Texans report Mrs A B Storey visiting in San Antonio on Wednesday Miss Mamie Steele staying in San Antonio this week and Mrs Adam McCurry also visiting there within the same period Local notices reflect social visits among residents.
Brackett Texan lists April activity with Judge Jerry Elis of Edwards County selling 74 electors at 2H per head. Nueces broker Brooks sells yearlings to Peery Ellin at 10 dollars per head. Dignowity of San Antonio secures Fort Clark fuel contract for next year. Bishop Johnston to consecrate St Andrew's on Sunday April 4 with services at 2 o'clock.
The Daily Light comments on tax cuts and rate increases to fund a city budget, noting five cent additions on the two hundred dollar value raise about one hundred sixty thousand dollars. It critiques street and electrical plant plans, calls out advertising fakirs, and mentions political tensions with Bryan’s council opposition. Local officials and investors face debates over adding street improvements, streetcars, and a new jail, with emphasis on modernization and public services.
Lavernia Texas April 24 Mrs D H Houston and daughter Miss Emma visited San Antonio last week to prepare attire for the music pupils concert on May 21. Mrs E Currie traveled from San Antonio to visit her daughter Mrs Sam Houston who is improving after medical treatment, bringing relief to many friends who feared for her life.
The Anton Monitor laments that the worst road between here and San Antonio lies on South Flores Street within city limits. It calls the street nearly impassable and dangerous for loaded wagons, urging business leaders and citizens to pressure the alderman to fix it.
Eagle Pass Texas April 19 Ber Heckeman formerly government assayer now in St Louis is spending a few days in Eagle Pass aiding Jerry McCarthy astray. Miss Heil of San Antonio visits a Basichouse as a guest of deepleter.
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