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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1884

Page

2

Mexican Democrats flex political power in county nominating fight

A provincial political debate centers on Mexican Democrats shaping county nominations, while A Scholz wins approval to build across Losoyo street sparking calls on public welfare. The Times defends Governor Ireland’s rhetoric, and national scenes show Blaine, Butler, Cleveland and German voters shaping party dynamics amid prohibition debates.

A. Scholz Losoyo Street Scholz Um Democrats Blaine Congress

Democratic attacks on Blaine and lynch mob note in 19th century Texas

The letter page denounces claims Blaine was a Know Nothing in 1855 and criticizes Democratic tactics and newspaper slander. It condemns mob violence after Galveston and praises law and order while warning youth against desperadoes. It cites figures like Blaine, Garfield, and Carl Schurz and discusses ethics, politics, and destiny in a period voice.

Blaine John Ireland Texas Ireland Ga.Lurston San Antonio Times Cleveland Indianapolis Sentinel Ben Thompson King Fisher Leakey Galloway Green McCullough

San Antonio City Parks Prohibit All Signs and Advertisements

An 1884 ordinance by the San Antonio City Council bans erecting or maintaining any sign within city parks and declares existing signs a nuisance. Violators face fines of at least five dollars per offense, with each day of noncompliance after notice constituting a new offense. Mayor H. French and City Clerk E. P. Claubon attest the measure’s passage.

City of San Antonio H. French E. P. Claupon

Prohibiting lit oil lamps overnight within first fire limits

City ordinance forbids leaving lit oil lamps in stores warehouses banks or other public buildings at night unless the occupied room is continuously lighted. Violations carry fines from five to two hundred dollars. Also includes a dated mayoral signature and city clerk attestation. Also contains a 1833 Mesquite Texas note and local ads for medicines piano lessons and charcoal sales.

City of San Antonio J. H. French E. P. Craypon

School Boys Stock Sale At Joske And Sons

Parents urged to visit J Joske and Sons to view a mixed stock of boys clothing in all grades and materials offered at sale prices. The ad notes a broad assortment and discounts aimed at outfitting youngsters for back to school.

J. Joske & Sons

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