Mr Blaine s Record and the Blaine slander debate
A San Antonio Light correspondent argues that a general accusation against James G Blaine is not proof and that Democratic charges lack corroboration. The piece critiques slander in the 1880 campaign, cites Senate confirmations in 1881, defends Blaine s integrity, and contrasts Republican and Democratic positions with reference to Mulligan letters and committee findings. It ends with a social note about an invitation to a house-warming at No 9 Soledad Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Blaine
House
Senate
Lamar
Thurman
Voorhees
Pendleton
West
Keck
Allmending
Windom
Garfield
David Davis
James G. Blaine
Bayard
Beck
Hampton Coke
Ben Hill
Corce
John Kelly
Grady
Chicago
Grover Cleveland
Cleveland
Ireland
Texas
John Ireland
G. W. Curtis
Mulligan
Fisher
House of Representatives
Proctor Knott
England
Titan
Oats
Dangerfield
Knott
Washington
Rans
Scrivener
Floyd & Co
Soledad Street
In Jail For River Theft Complicity Arrests
Two African American youths, George Harris and Ed Chase, were arrested after a boy named Frank Cole implicated them in stealing a gold watch and money from clothing left by boys bathing by the river. Cole was also arrested for complicity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Harris
Ed Chase
Frank Cole
Cole
Bright young hunter nets sixty two doves on Medina river
Mr. Maurer enjoyed a bird hunt on the Medina river yesterday afternoon where he killed 62 doves. He also found fossilized remains of prehistoric man during the outing.
Brisk Brick Work Advances on Maverick Bank Project
The Maverick bank construction at Alamo plaza shows rapid brick work with basement completed and ready for the first floor. About 125000 bricks used in the basement. 1 F Graves serves as Superintendent of the brick work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maverick Bank
Alamo Plaza
Canary Cage Alarm Ends In Fainting Female
A young woman on King William street screamed and fainted when she saw a mouse in her canary cage. She fell from a chair and bruised herself badly. The mouse fled, avoiding further harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King William Street
Lunacy Trial Declares Jean Bourgeois Insane
Jean Bourgeois faced County Judge James yesterday on a lunacy charge. He was declared insane and dangerous and should be restrained. The man believes he is Jesus Christ and tries to force worship, having severely beaten August Jennet to compel homage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Bourgeois
James
Jesus Christ
August Jennet
Dissatisfied San Antonio Rifles plan cavalry militia
About a dozen young men from the San Antonio Rifles, unhappy with Captain Badger’s election over Captain Granger, have resigned and, led by Felix Marx, discuss organizing a cavalry militia troop. The group promises to recruit more members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio Rifles
Captain Badger
Captain Granger
Felix Marx
Guide to and Notes on Journalism by Stephen Gould
Stephen Gould secretary of the Merchants' Exchange is compiling a practical journalism guide. The manuscript is thorough and rich in information for both seasoned reporters and beginners, reflecting his long experience in newspaper work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Gould
Merchants’ Exchange
Gould
Winter Defied by County Convention Delegation Plea
The Express reports Myr. W. J. Winter editor of the Lians as nearly the only Republican at the pennary meeting who was not named a delegate to the county convention. The lack of attendance left the list unfinished and J. Cotton, the reporter, criticized with evident zeal for comments deemed unnecessary while Winter reportedly stayed less than ten minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Express
Myr
W. J. Winter
The
Lians
J. Cotton
Winter
Judge Missed Docket Delays Court Proceedings
Judge Callaghan arrived late this morning and completed the docket in ten minutes. John Morgan, described as a Negro, drew a knife on Mrs. Clem Bee and threatened his children. he did not appear and the case was continued. Other cases against Joe Beyer and Charles Lester were also continued. several drunks were fined five dollars each, and Harry Baker pled disorderly conduct and was dismissed. Abran Ramirez, accused of stealing a Mexican girl, faced a pistol charge found on his person by Officer Buckley. remaining details are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Callaghan
Bat Cave
John Morgan
Clem Bee
OmMcer Buckley
Ele
Joe Beyer
Water pipes laid in three wards by city council
The council orders water mains laid on extensive streets across three wards. First ward to report with lists including North Flores, Poplar, Hidalgo, Perez, Camden, Maverick, Frio, West Houston, Zavalla, Crosby Olive routes and more. Fourth Ward and other streets from North Street to Garden, King William to Nueva, and Washington to Turner are listed, with expositions noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poplar Street
Park Avenue
Frio Street
Perez
Ruiz
Houston Street
Pecos
San Saba
Saba Street
Houston
Zavala
Zavalla
Concho
Camargo
Villita
Garden Street
King William
Beauregard
Garden
Nueva
Washington
Turner
Mill Street
Ewell
King Wilam
Wyoming
Plum
Dakota
Goliad
Cherry
Primaries Held Last Night Delegates Named
Republicans held primaries in most precincts with a Turner Hall county convention to follow. Delegates were elected in Precincts 1 3 4 26 27 28 and 29 with instructions to cast votes for the county convention. several precincts reported unanimous selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turner Hall
Ked. Froboese
G. Duerler
Frank Olsmith
F. Vail
P. F. Loyd
G. Griffin
Joseph Ulrich
A. Dittmar
H. L. Degener
J. H. Holt
John Oe
L. G. Jordan
F. C. Haueisen
L. Harper
L. Huth
F. Herff
Mack Henson
David Bell
L. C. Grothaus
Emil Kuehn
H. Ryder-Taylor
A. Droescher
Anton Seffel
C. Runge
Strother Kumbray
Henry Semlinger
John Bosshardt
Ben Cleghorn
Louis Rummel
H. Koffman
Walter Scott
R. W. Apace
Dr. R. Menger
William Southad
J. R. Davis
Charles Sauer
L. L. Lacy
Jacob Weber
J. P. Newcomb
Dave Williams
J. A. Moore
John W. Walter
Seeeeeany
J. H. Bolton
William Holt
William Hoefling Sr
Jacob Chwartz
John H. Bolton
George Standt
W. H. Huston
Henry Mitchell
J. E. Muegge
H. M. Smith
Oscar Zebby
O. H. Clifford
A. G. Goter
Fred Bader
T. B. Johnson
Julius Posert
Henry Elmendorf
Henry
Henry Pines
J. Smith
Young Mexican Ramírez Arrested for Abduction Plot at Sunset Depot
Officer Buckley arrested Abran Ramirez after he dodged around Sunset depot while awaiting a night train. Ramirez allegedly abducted 15 year old Francisca Pena from a North Laredo restaurant with intent to marry. Francisca claims she is 18, and says the law cannot intervene if true.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckley
Abran Ramirez
Sunset Depot
Francisca
Austin Street
Government Hill
Ramirez
Juvenile Opera "Golden Hair and The Three Heirs" Benefit Show
Last evening at Turner Hall the juvenile opera "Golden Hair and The Three Heirs" was again produced with the same lively elements that made the first production a success. The performance was a benefit for the Exposition Society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turner Hall
Ex-Collector Nelson Plato Heads Through Major Cities
Colonel Nelson Plato former Corpus Christi customs chief arrived at the Menger hotel from Laredo and plans a 30 day trip to St Louis Chicago New York and Washington He says he will make it warm for his enemies who ousted him from office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Plato
Corpus Christi
Menger Hotel
Laredo
St. Louis
Chicago
New York
Washington
Neighbors clash as youths harass dog owner
Mr. Charles Sheiner on West Nueva street reports a group of boys harassing his family by throwing stones at his dog and swearing at his wife. He had one arrested, but the charge was withdrawn after the parents intervened. He warns he may fire a load of bird shot if the mischief continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Sheiner
West Nueva Street
Mother Hubbard base ball game at Springs tomorrow
The article lists numerous women slated to play in a Mother Hubbard baseball game at the Springs tomorrow at 5 pm. Admission is 25 cents with ladies charged the same as gentlemen. Notable names include Miss Grant, Miss Butler, Miss Arthur, Miss Logan, and Miss Cleveland among others. umpire is Oscar Wilde.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mother Hubbard
the Springs
John Kelly
U.S. Grant
Ben Butler
Wm. Moone
Tom Ochiltree
R. Conkling
Ches. A. Arthur
John A. Logan
Jim Blaine
Oscar Wilde
Wash Jones
Tom A. Hendricks
Joe Blackburn
Joe Sayers
W. S. Hancock
Sammy Tilden
Sam Randall
Grover Cleveland
R. Q. Mills
Publication summons in Meadows vs Meadows case 1884
In Bexar County Texas the Sheriff is ordered to publish a citation by publication once weekly for four weeks. Newton Meadows is summoned to appear at the December 1884 term of the Honorable District Court in San Antonio to answer plaintiff Sarah A. Meadows in a divorce and child custody petition filed December 29, 1884.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of
Bexar County
Sarah A. Meadows
Newton Meadows
Bexar
Newton
San Antonio
Texas
Garrold
Louisa
Theo. Baldus
A. D
M, Yrurut, Jr
A. Dpd
T. P. McCall
Bexar Co
W. G. M. Samvers
Positive Sacrifice Shoes at 5000 Dollar Stock by J H Marquart
Cres cent City boot and shoe manufactory proprietor J H Marquart offers 5000 dollars worth of fine hand made shoes to be closed out below all prior city prices. Goods are first class and sacrificed to make room for winter stock. Call and see for bargains. Also help wanted for horseback routes, apply at the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Marquart
Crescent City
Governor Cleveland Out of the Woods A New Ticket
August 28 reports from Primapetruta and other cities recount warrants issued for Ladner Bros. on embezzlement charges as Grover Cleveland arrives in Prarrivule to a large bipartisan reception and plans to depart for Albany.
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Cleveland
P. A. Avery
Elmhurst
Jersey
New York
Hendricks
Dubuque
Boston
American Political Alliance Committee
United States
Pumaberruia
Navy Department
Tallapoosa
British Association
McGill University
Greely
Buster
England
Montreal
Monterey
Cal
Padre Junipero
California
Uper California
San Carlos
Alemany
Riord
Deyalle
Con
Board of Directors Proceedings on Commerce Street
The report covers a Wednesday meeting of the Board of Directors held in a Commerce Street room with all members present. It notes many stock subscribers to the San Antonio and Aransas Pass railroad refused to pay, expenses paid from limited funds, and a large number of applications for Engineer and Secretary positions. The group debated raising funds vs utilizing available money and decided to procure a charter with $100 set aside, then adjourned after the President ruled three members could sign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Directors
Licar
Commerce Street
Bremond
San Antonio and
Aransas Pass
Four Men Accused of Horse Stealing Flee from Gardener’s Call
Day before yesterday Officer Gleason spotted four men near Fest’s garden with one a target for horse stealing. They subjected him to taunts, entered a house by the garden, then fled as Gleason summoned help. By arrival, the officer could not locate the suspect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gleason
Fest’s Garden
Also Mentioned on This Page
MR. Blaine
Guide To Journalism
Recorder’s Court
Lily Page
Miss McAllister
Messrs. Roper Shook
Breneman Shoul
Telegraphic News
MR. Hendricks
Gulf Railroad Directors
Steves & Sons
San Antonio, Tex
Istabli
Galveston, Tex
Thos. Goggan & Bros
Rte
Commerce St
Rice Bros. & CO
Soledad Block
Pineral
Kesson & Robbin
Rice Brothers & CO
Tex, N. B
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