Murder case leads detectives to alert visitor in city
In Menxico on August 15 detectives chased a tip about a murder suspect named Angtin ex and Victor EMAY. They encountered a visiting stranger who hinted at the inn where the suspect might be but did not arrest him, confirming it was not the target.
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England
Clarion
Colima
Revillaledo
Pacific
Mexico
Engand
United States
Department Fareign
Menxiuo
Bart
Angtin
Early Morning Fires Burn Barn and Home
A hay barn on South Tanves street was destroyed by fire at 2 o'clock with suspected incendiary cause. Loss amount and insurance not yet known. horses and vehicles saved. At 3:40 a.m. a second fire on Graycoo street near River Avenue damaged a residence, starting in a kitchen wood box and causing about $30 in damage before Sunset Hose company extinguished it.
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Louis, Walters
Tanvesdo Street
Company No. 1
Carson Ald
Austin Streets
Onglue No. 2
Mose Company
Sunset Hoss Company
Grimes
Graycoo Street
River Avenue
Treasury fires silent on San Francisco exchange practice
Reports discuss a long standing San Francisco subtreasury habit exchanging silver certificates for gold to ease shipments. Officials say no information of refusal by an assistant treasurer exists and no regulation was involved. The piece notes gold circulation on the Pacific coast and a high weekly death rate in New York with a record heat-related sun stroke impact.
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Smspay
Treasury Department
San Francisco
San Irancisco
Pacific Coast
Benkers
New York
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San Fraccisco
Treasury
Ifitia
Sunway
Helz
Gil
Light Announces Shack For Justice Of The Peace
The Light declares Philip H. Shack as a candidate for Justice of the Peace in Bexar Precinct No 1 for the November 3 1896 election. Also notes Chauncey I Black urging Democratic clubs to form nationwide with Sen Jones backing. A brief item mentions Scholz’s and a newspaper sale notice.
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Justice of the Peace
Bexar County
Washington
Chauncey I. Black
National Aesociation of Democratic Clubs
T We
Bt. Lous
Jones
National Committee
Wheat Market Drags as Bears Tear at Prices
The Alamo Trade Co reports wheat prices sliding amid demarcation among holders and heavy liquidation. Large sellers push for cash via private wires while interior demand ebbs, with analysts fearing further declines into September. Export demand appears modest. pork and provisions show countervailing strength.
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Janno Bros. & Co
Alamo Trade Age Co
Atorta Maal
Ban Aitoaio
Lex Chicago
Whitnisume
Ines
Wilhout
Anvat
Haive
Arenther
Dortho West
Duluth
New York’ Bank
Demostie Suid
Bids Sought for Wood and Coal by Bexar County Court
Bexar County Commissioners Court invites proposals for furnishing twenty five cords of dir wood for the poor house and thirty tons of coal for the courthouse. Terms: bid opening at 11 AM Saturday August 29 1896. Court reserves right to reject any or all bids. Published by order of the court. Thad W. Smepst county clerk. Spit Autonhy Texas. Aug 15 1896.
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Bexar County
Scase
Hou
Bexte
Spit Autonhy
Texas
Thad W. Smepst
Lewis
Obituary Note of Tans Mahneke in San Antonio
A family thanks friends and fellow members for support after the sudden death of Tans Mahneke. Aug. 15, 1506. Also reports on a steamer Commodore allegedly carrying arms near Charleston, with pursuit and naval activity described in terse dispatches.
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Wheanes
Arene
Wien Faueta
Tans Mahneke
Nso
Jseethorer Mnonnerchor
Order of
Oan
L. Matincker
County Judge Spotlight Presses Honest, Faithful Service
A plea for integrity governs a broad appeal to Bexar County voters. John T. Lewis urges electors to demand candor, accountability, and independence from undue influence, citing the judge’s pivotal role in estates, guardianships, and public funds. He lists licenses and credentials across Missouri California and Texas to bolster trust and pledges diligent stewardship if elected.
The People Are Remarkable in Many Particulas
A fragmented report details a gathering described as cosmopolitan and law abiding while noting tensions and racist incidents. The piece references a misleading crowd, police action, and a leader’s remarks amid unrest near Mission Arden.
West End West End Pavilion Progress Amid Local Tensions
A negro editorial sparks debate on race and politics as West End waterworks progress advances. The water company lays pipes toward Pennsylvania Avenue, residents plan house connections, a horse died in the ditch, and the pavilion and boats area undergo repainting and grading to enhance a summer resort.
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Sixteam Street
Virginia Avenue
Pounaylvania Avenue
Jacket
Ban Attonio
Publication request to column society from Tenorary to be filed
Fragmentary OCR text requests a published statement of books and a column society matter dated in the future. Content shows unclear names and dates, with incomplete instructions, preventing a clear report of event, person, or organization.
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Anthony Ballestia
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