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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1896

Page

2

Batting and Errors Dominate Sundays Baseball Tale

The Sunday Light reports a messy game between the Bronchos and Buffalos with numerous fielding errors and wild pitching. Walter Bitting top scored for the visitors as Nevin and Payne struggled on the mound, while Griffen and Jones added to the miscues. The article notes a 4 o clock game and lists lineup shifts for a Riverside Park doubleheader with Parvin and McCormick mentioned as key players.

Yastordhy Hari Wiileh Tean Walter Bitting Novin Nevin John Payne Lroaches Leesoc AleCormick Brouchas Griffin Thin Jones Jimmy McBeaver Supner Ced Jacobs Huffalos T. McGinnis Rue Mofinny Schalfer Jacoba Hoffman Schlatter Payne Parsee Alr McGloals Sarios Bolfsles Parvin Zestleman Tha Weatera Big Bill McCormick Stony Willem Riverside Park Aransas Pass Jose Anager Brophey Jouz Eisey Mackey Coll Intra Miller MoKeover Payne Crotty Cathe Diamond Nota Buffalos Galveston Kent Broncos Lal Thymn- Gelders Achaffer Polly

Slagto back 40 Uno bag and early season talk

In Riverside park news the Mroushes return from a comlog trip as Brophoy and Micklefolin arrange improvements. Houston players say the Galvastan team is weak in hitting while rumors about Griffin and Grirl In circulate. Manager Mrophey signs Pitcher Herman and Kra mer will get Lora Tuesday morning as four regular pitchers are planned.

Griffin Wen Ells Orror-Makig Mroushes Riverside Park Brophoy Micklefolin Houston Gein Schaffer Cote Mackey Griffin Maoager Mrophey Fala Urophoy Herman (Butch Torey Griffin Jim Nolan Basher Land Stant Brophey Kramer Lora

Baptist Young People Union to Convene in San Antonio

The Young People's Union and the Baptist study groups will meet in San Antonio on June 2 for a six day session. About 130 delegates are expected from over 1,500 state churches, with excursions to Monterey Mexico Corpus Christi and Rockport. Notables include O M Wrom Nashville and W G Wilkins Chicago. Delegates will be hosted at no cost by a local committee led by Rev. C D Daniel.

Ofingnapthe Young Peoples’ Union Hundiy-school and Colportaga San Antonio Victora Jyr Thara Tallondsa Monterey Maexico Agate Corpus Christi Rockport BY. P.O O.M. Wrom Nashville Romhern Baptist Church W. GC. Wilkins Chicago Rev C.D. Daniel

Protest at City Council Over Ward Pound Limits

Affected residents plan a strong protest at the city council meeting tomorrow over curtailment of pound limits in their ward. Local petition signatures include military personnel among others. A separate item notes the marriage of Miss Ids May Cook to Mr. E. Marchant at a city residence, with plans for a bridal tour.

Goy Sromest Bu Dixeowly Gill Gso Inrga Wackhuret Merchant-Onok E. Marchant Eaglé Pats

Forestura Smoker Details at Court San Jacinto Event

Forestura’s smoker hosted by Court San Jacinto members at the Worcester area quarters last week featured a varied program. Performances included songs by Prat and Wiest, instrumental numbers, a recitation, a Negro sermon, a comic piece, and an address on forestry by EW Nougherly. Refreshments followed and arrangements were led by W Crain I Newton Fred M Stone.

Thorney Quarters Court U. FP Crass Reese Chas Ll. Merabal H. Melssnar W. Stone Chittenden Clas Uarnes Court San Jacinto

Public libraries offer free reading rooms to public

May Street library notes that reading rooms are absolutely free to the public. An honorary membership is read in rooms, with a monthly subscription of 24 only necessary if books are taken from the rooms. A large number of new books are expected, and George Splotabury reported recent activity at the Nororg last week.

Bieys Togtich Lateratnee George Splotabury Waa Nororg

Christian Endeavor Plans State Convention in San Antonio

The Christian Endeavorers announce preparations for the seventh state convention in San Antonio on June 9, 10, and 11. The gathering will be at the pavilion near Sut Polvo Norlags Park, with seating for up to 4,000, meals provided, and notable speakers including Dr. Francis E. Clark if health permits.

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Lavernia literary event praised. Wiseman wins best speaker

Miss Bertin Andrews returned from Lavernia after attending a public school literary evening. The program received high praise for its sharp sketches and strong speaking. In the first class contest Miss Lash Moody and Mr Ole Wiseman vied closely, with Wiseman awarded the medal as winner. Medals also awarded in lower grades.

Bertin Andrews Lavernia

McKinley Supporters Seek Clear Texas District Stand

A Texas voter urges Republicans in Boxott County to oppose outsiders who seek to manipulate the district convention for William McKinley. He accuses Cunoy and allies of fraud, calls for a public meeting in San Antonio, and vows to expose those backing misrepresentation at the St Louis convention. The piece stresses loyalty to McKinley and denounces treasonous acts within the party.

McKinley St. Louis Boxart County Cunoy St Louis Sao Antonio Texas Louis Bre- Atalay Asira

Prospective Wedding Announcement Aims at First Baptist Church

A notice describes the wedding of Waldo Beckley to Olaf Nowers set for tomorrow morning at the First Baptist Church. Rev. E. S. 7.8 will officiate. The bride is the daughter of Thomas Dawooe of South Meights, while the groom is a former broker from visi city. The couple plans to depart immediately for Dallas for their honeymoon aboard the International.

Waldo Beckley Olaf Nowers First Baptist C

The Floral Month Celebrations Across Ages and Lands

A fragmented 19th century note describes May Day and Floralia traditions from ancient and modern times, detailing Maypole dances, flower blessings, and royal pageantry. It mentions Celtic Beltein celebrations, Puritan suppression, and revival after the Reformation, with references to England France and Germany. The piece also notes a Riverside park picnic by the Odd Fellows and a Cleveland administration endorsement at a Texan primary convention, plus a brief report on German Africa revolts.

Davaotad Mals Mercury Hla Lto England Itors France Germany

Agricultural Bill Becomes Law Without Presidential Signature

Ny Spociel Wire reports that a cultural appropriation bill became law without President Cleveland's signature. The expiration of the constitutional consideration period ended tonight, and Congress re established the food distribution system despite Secretary Morton’s protests. The move signals approval of Congress actions during a reform period.

Wasavictos Cleveland Congress Morton

Confederate Memorial Plans Event for Sidney Johnston Camp

Confederate veterans met to organize a memorial day program with ballads music and oration by Ino Barleton. They proposed Travis Park for a service, appointed delegates for a San Antonio convention, and filled camp officer and mortuary committee positions.

Sidney Johnston Ino Barleton Travis Park J. G. Newcomb WA. Miler McCain Stata Raventou Dallas Twelfth San Antonio Albork Jas. Antlimora W.T. Merriweather T. Largen Kroeger Fitzgerald Eicon Roe Absalder Tone W.L. Merriwether G. A. Meide

Welcome German Sons of Herman Convene in San Antonio

The seventh annual Grand Lodge of Texas Sons of Herman convention gathers in San Antonio next Monday at Mission Garden with about 143 lodges and 4500 members. Officers, committees, and reception plans are detailed as 1, 2, and 3 lodges prepare to host guests, with ceremonial events set at Alamo Plaza’s big Renter building and the Saengerfest concert.

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Fourth Annual San Antonio Lark Valero Tournament Report

Fornere tournament last night featured teams from Comfort Cypress Creek and San Antonio. Events included Overature Orchestra Tigh Leap Calisthenics Turning Pole and various class winners. A social gathering followed in the spacious halls and a church misatod meeting is slated for this afternoon at 102% North Flores Avenue.

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Churches Gather for Services Across City

The article lists multiple church services across the city on Sunday and weekdays, including Trinity Mission at 25 Laurel Street and St Pauls. It notes ministers and service times, Sunday schools, prayer meetings, and upcoming events such as a grand union rally of youth and a general conference visit by pastors. It mentions specific churches, pastors, and locations to guide readers to religious gatherings today and this coming week.

Trinity Mission Laurel Street Corsper Lowk A. Rose St. Pauls. Hylacopal Church Novernheat Hill A. J. Burleson South Ilickberry Street Methodist Church Rav Siatth Dilay Dpworth Jangus Neeting Peking Allin Afardo First Hopeist Church Travis Park Servieces Begloulough Eustaco BE. King Uthers Charch of Christ Chandler Block Young Met Christian Association Man Lazarus Christian Science Baptist Church Tin Church West Commerce Street Bral O. Im Minuothe Nokle Bible Band Daniel St. Paul M E. Henderson Drcess Vaan Prasuh Starnes Epworth League Mra N. A Mihig Mack Yenzen St. James A. al. B. Chur North Concho and Zavalin Atronts G. A. Wallaca Allon A.M. E Wilininglou Fielog W. Orvie Jaulee YM. C. A Gov. Chas LD. Daniel Prospect Bi Aley Jg, M- Guttenberger St. Louis Piy Zou Ta

Railroad Notes and Regional Rail Activity Update

Rail traffic details show N LGiuire of the Mexican Retonal ab Farreva visiting the city while shop hours at Sunsat are cut to nine hours with one half day on Saturdays. A. Kipitman of the Mexican Central and J C Ghambadour of the Houston and Texas Central are noted. several officials pass through Houston en route to Monterrey and Mexico City. Katy fund reductions impact agents ahead of numerous May events in San Antonio Fort Worth Waco Dallas and other cities, including religious convocations and professional meetings.

N. Lgiuire Ab Farreva Sunsat Starle A. Kpitmaan Mexican Central Mirough New York City of Mexico Ltt Georgs Southern Pacific Magle Tass E. Georga Houston and Texas Central Houston Dlep J.C. Ghambadour Bonkkeeperly Trouston and Texas Centra Monterey Mex Whither Herpes Meézlean Gulf Saengerfest San Antonio Thekets Episcopal Church Colored Grand Lodge Kalghta of Waco Wilsboro

Court disputes and real estate transfers in late court docket

News of the courts reports several cases in progression in multiple districts including Pleasants v. Martin & Co. overruled, Marker v. International Building and Loan Association on trial, and American Housing Company vs Harms & Ryan on sworn account. Real estate transfers list A. M. Walters Investment Co. to Susan Gates and other parcel transactions with varied grantee names and street details.

VMITY Distaice W. S. Pleasants Martin & Co Judea Green Spoori R. J. Marker Axelust Jntersinio Building and Lorn Association Cloud Porty-fith Awertean Houslery Company Sning Harms & Ryan Forty-fifth Dan Gillespie Pirves Regan Vadrie Tilly Suniliga Ida Ang Cook A. M. Walters Real Stain Investment Co Suan Oe Biincho Otte Ottexon Charles Moser Dugald Street Dolorosa Pines Saltetas Dolores Axel Maorscheldt

Local Socials and Sports Mixed in Evening Gatherings

A fragment notes a 10 days events program starting at Longtress garden tonight with a barbecue and games. Also mentions a “Wiaseball” game at Ry, suggesting a local mixed schedule of social and sports activities in the area.

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