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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1884

Page

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Republicans Convenes at Turner Hall Elects Officers

The Republican convention at Turner Hall chosen J. H. Bolton as temporary chairman and L. Grothaus committee roles. Secretary H. Ryder Taylor and Runge fill posts. Delegates to State and Congressional conventions named, with reports adopted and a resolution debated on nominating candidates.

Turner Hall Col. Belknap W. C. Runge J. H. Bolton R. M. Rodgers W. H. Mitchell A. N. Taylor C. Runge Ryder-Taylor Runge H. Ryder-Taylor L. C. Grothaus Mr. Rogers H. L. Degener Ed. Froehoese H. Collman L. W. Madarasz Charles Johnson C. W. Ogden H. Terrell W. H. Huston W. J. Locke W. Rogers L. ©. Grothaus W. Southall W. H. Bolton Houston Hi. L. Degener Wesley Ogden J.P. Newcomb J. P. Newcomb William Holt J. H. Holt C. H. Clifford Ed Froboese Anton Horn R. W. Rodgers L. L. Lacy L. G. Jordan Eugene Staffel Henry Terrell Philip Prinz H. J. Evans Henry Coleman Mack Henson Robert C. Tendick T. B. Johnson W. J. Light L. M. Lacy J. R. Davis Paul Vogt Hans Ll. Degener Joseph Ulrich L. Harper Ll. W. Madarasz Bexar County Chicago

Republican Executive Committee Chooses Bolton After Belknap Resigns

The Republican Executive Committee filled the vacant office due to Colonel Belknap's resignation. F. Herff Jr and John H Bolton were nominated, with Bolton elected by acclamation. The convention then adjourned.

Republican Executive Committee Belknap F. Herff, Jr John H. Bolton J. H. Bolton

Real Estate association meeting and a busy social night

Reporters describe a packed afternoon with a real estate association meeting and multiple concerts at Summer's Garden and the Casino. Also noted are a cavalry band concert, a moonlit springs picnic, a shooting club planning a state tournament, and various social notices around town.

Real Estate Association Summer’s Garden Third Ward Avenue C Alamo Plaza Ehight Cavalry V. D. MacPhail Dave Koenigheim John Martin Turner Hall W. W. Walling Callaghan Leon Creek Alex Campbell Smith W. T. Polk Texas Ruth Messrs. Hart & Bond Soledad Street New Braunfels Houston Street Christian Church Camden Street San Pedro Avenue M. E. Church Travis Ark M. Deynolds New Church Turner Opera Hall Lily Page

Marshal Gosling Declines Congressional Bid

In Medina county Texas on August 28 1884 Marshal H L Gosling declines a call to run for Congress. He thanks Herman Heilig and district supporters but says he cannot permit his name to be used due to family and public trust duties. He emphasizes ambition should not exceed duty and extends gratitude to supporters.

H. L. Gosling Medina County Congress Herman Heilig Ostroville Texas San Antonio Gositna

Organization of Cleveland and Hendricks Club Forms

Democrats of the city gathered at Krisech's hall to organize a Cleveland and Hendricks club. Mayor J E Dwyer named Temporary Chairman, officers elected, and a constitution committee formed. A torchlight procession plan and mass meeting for ratification were adopted with a Monday adjournment.

Krisech’s Hall Cleveland and Hendricks Club J. H. McLeary J. E. Dwyer Thad W. Smith George R. Dashiell Messrs Reagan Houston Juan Barrera B. F. Fly, Jr Wm. Ferguson John Isrady E. W. Brantley Henry Hunt J. C. Cochran Clem S. Bee Jose Cassiano Fritz Russi Fayette Walker A. 5. Chevalier Emil Opper Krisch’s Hall

Notable Visitors Stay at the St Leonard Hotel

A parade of travelers including J A Carr from Laredo and Ed F Ryan from Taylor lodging at the St Leonard along with George W Smith from Helena and John T J Wallace from Austin. Other guests include Mrs J R Harris of Gallagher's ranch and General John R Baylor the old veteran, all noted while routines of travel and horse trading continue.

J. A. Carr Laredo Menger Ed F. Ryan Taylor St. Lausart George W. Smith Helena Central John T. J. Wallace Austin P. H. Hughes Palestine St. Leonard George Kk. Compt San Francisco Liondale, Mo the Central

San Antonio and Aransas Pass railroad charter adopted

The San Antonio and Aransas Pass railroad directors announce their charter approval and urge public subscriptions of 300000 dollars to begin locating and building from San Antonio to Aransas Pass. With 180000 already raised, they promise to start construction if funds are pledged, inviting non-subscribers to join at O Connor and Sullivan Bank.

San Antonio Aransas Pass Belknap Bank of O'Connor & Sullivan

Immigrant Doctors Face Barriers in Mexican Medical Boards

National Partiality notes Mexican authorities restrict American physicians from practicing without fluent Spanish and pass clear exams. In contrast, Mexican doctors in the U S such as in San Antonio receive certificates despite limited English. James Bartlett, a young physician, began his service after a brief mention of his appointment.

Mexico Medical Board United States San Antonio Medical Association James Bartlett Sallihetbokenes

Consular Officer Declines Mexico Return to Practice

The subject, practicing his profession, was refused a certificate on the above matter and he has returned. He says he will not go back to Mexico, prefers to resign his consulate and begin practice in the Union.

Mexico Union

House Warming for Floyd & Co. at New Temple

Mr Scrivener hosts a convivial gathering at the new Floyd & Co. location with Licar staff in attendance. Champagne, punch, and hearty toasts mark the evening as the host is praised for his hospitality while a newspaper man jokes about feeling smeared by the lively celebration.

Floyd & Co Licar Scrivener House of Floyd & Co

Court Dismisses Case Amid Absences and Disorder

John Morgan faced court for threats against Clem Bee's family but accusers were absent and the Recorder dismissed. Joe Beyer remains, Benson fined five dollars for sleeping on Main plaza, and charging officer Chadwell with insult was dismissed. Mills, cited for river bathing, was dismissed as insane. Cranaso and Davis paid five dollars each. Estrada deemed too drunk to try.

John Morgan Clem Bee Joe Beyer Wm. Benson Hackman Central Hotel Main Plaza John Chadwell Recorder Henry Mills San Antonio Shardein Mills Juan Cranaso Carrie Davis Estrada

Teachers Assigned to Public School Grades This Morning

Public school teachers were assigned to their respective grades this morning. The Ligue column notes space limits prevent publishing the full teacher list until Monday when it will be printed.

Ligue

Hay Fire at Mrs King's Store Sparks Brief Alarm

An alarm from Mrs Kings store at the corner of Live Oak and Starr streets reported at 1 30 pm proved to be a small pile of baled hay near a partition wall beside the kitchen stove which ignited the hay. No damage beyond the hay was recorded.

Sunsets Fall to Browns in Openers on Tour

Telegraphed report says Sunsets of San Antonio lost 22 to 11 to the Browns of Dallas in yesterday's league game away from home. The Sunsets with a weak team may expect further losses at Houston, Galveston and other towns before returning.

Sunsets San Antonio Browns Dallas Houston Alveston

Two Boys Rescue After River Boat Sinks

Two youths drifted in a boat on the river yesterday evening. One grabbed a tree limb and swung to safety leaving his companion clinging and calling for mercy. The limb broke as he reached an overhanging limb, giving the other a ducking but both escaped unharmed and learned caution.

City Coal and Wood firm offers coal and wood delivery

The City Coal and Wood company at Avenue D and Sixth Street advertises coal, charcoal, cord and stovewood in oak or mesquite. They claim competitive bottom prices delivered within city limits, own cutting and hauling, and guaranteed satisfaction with referrals to local citizens.

City Coal and Wood Company Avenue D Sixth Street

Bexar County Exposition group reports promising exhibit progress

The Bexar County Exposition Society met at the Merchants' Exchange and received favorable committee reports on preparing the county exhibit. Colonel Belknap and Goldfrank Frank & Co each pledged $50, with other citizens promising funds next week. Texas Commissioner T. T. Gammage is due to arrive tonight.

Bexar County Exposition United States Texas T. T. Gammage

Mechanical figures staged at Turner opera house

Executed by the Inventors Cindejas Brothers of Mexico City the 12 inch mechanical figures will appear life size on an open stage at Turner Opera House on Tuesday September 2 Canary Bird Lost Mrs Foster 344 Soledad Street offers reward for recovery Hemphill's Restaurant rear of post office opens today serving oysters fish prairie chickens ducks celery and game of all kinds in season Everyone invited.

Cindejas Brothers Mexico Warionetts Turner Opera Boas Foster Soledad Street Hemphill’'s

Butler Will Make a Vigorous Campaign in State

The dispatches report General Butler planning four more speeches in Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh with a broad campaign strategy from Williams Grove to Bellefonte. Greenback Labor leaders press for aggressive outreach and local ticket filling ahead of the September 18 state convention.

Rome Italy Inpranarolis Ind Hamilton Hendricks Louisville Bardstown Kentucky Nelson County Bloomfield Broadbent Ixpranavouis Blaine The Sentinel Shoemaker Syndic Parmapelitan National Greenback General Butler Williams’ Grove Philadelphia Pittsburg Bellefonte Butler Wasurmctox Howgate United States Signal Service Maryland Evansville Silver Thorn Cuicuco Helena Montana Secretary of the Interior Congress

Fire Destroys Manger's Two Story Stable

The two story stable of butcher Philip Manger on Austin street was burned yesterday afternoon around five o clock. A quantity of hay burned along with two hogs.

Philip Manger Austin Street

Bull the detective dog guards baggage in city transfer office

John Gallagher keeps Bull the dog in the transfer office where the clever animal guards baggage on trains. Bull once stopped a thief attempting to steal a valise from the wagon and sometimes travels with Rob inson on the International road visiting Taylor and San Marcos before returning to San An.

John Gallagher Bull Robinson Taylor San Marcos San An

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Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church Corner Avenue Pecan Street W.S. Falkinburg Warrk & Kurimpesr Marshal Gosling Democrats City of Mr. Scrivener Recorder’s Court Bexar Exposition Society Telegraphic News Indiana Small Biz Blaze Steves & Sons California San Antonio, Tex Galveston, Tex Thos. Goggan & Bros Cor. Market Galveston Commerce St Rice Bros. & CO Soledad Block Eantral Kesson & Robbin Rice Brothers & CO Quan Antonio Tex
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