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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1897
Page
2
A jumble of brief notes from San Antonio describes Christmas shoppers, store closings, and festive events. A large crowd and busy streets are mentioned along with church services, charity gifts, a dramatic accident, and local notices from shops and residents.
The court heard Leyordye Lewis state he would handle four vagrants with leniency within 24 hours if they depart, otherwise he will pursue church opposition. Two men, McCabe and George Williams, plus Nolan, among others, were identified as interested by local residents, with details limited to back doors near Aransas Pass depot and the west side.
In early 20th century discourse, Wagner’s influence split opinion on opera. Readers debate whether works by other composers qualify as opera, noting the Metropolitan reopening brought renewed artistic and financial success, while some audiences cling to Wagnerian ideals and dismiss Italian and other fristyle forms.
A fragmentary San Antonio newspaper record describes a Christian diner scene with service at long tables, noting about thirty models or guests attended. Names of workers and volunteers from several households are listed, including Mrs Sullivaning and Mrs Bryan, as winter conditions pressed on the street.
A garbled report describes a gathering involving Mr. Roberts and associates in San Antonio. The text mentions attendees, a notable guest, and reception details but is unclear about the event’s purpose or outcome.
A fragmentary discusion on gender and morality questions from Moody’s work Wanwa and Hefornis. The text analyzes whether average women would act differently from men under temptation and critiques reformist expectations.
The Frokstin Singine society celebrated Ghavistans with dances and songs last night. A bright march led by Ottoe Mow and a late dance program ended around 1 oclock with lights out and stage decorations checked. Presentations were given and gifts distributed amid continuing dancing until early morning.
Fragmentary 1890s Caldwell County items note residents traveling for holidays and to distant states. Mentions Mrs Albert Wadleck and Miss Mary Tou Mer rieweather and numerous names. Also references holidays, school break, and Mexicans leaving the area for Mexico.
Dallas Texas reports a week of ice causing damaged telegraph and power lines, with repairs completed. Deputy sheriff Tam Criga injured his knee after a fall from a court horse. A lineman was dragged from a pole while assisting a repair. A woman slipped on icy steps, was aided by a gallant servant, and recovered. The Weekly Puoille Schort Review debuts, focusing on school news. Dr J B Gibbs dies at home. Dr Nichols Senn visits Dallas as a visiting medical figure. Miss Ella Breslin dies by self immolation at a home for the poor. The Trianon Fete aids Confederate settlers. Mrs Leonard performs in a minstrel scene. A dry goods store displays a novelty on chamois skin, and two young ladies discuss it. Edwin Zodler welcomes a baby girl. Judge Wilson plans to open court in the city. United States Weather and local business notes follow with farm crop hopes and electric plant improvements.
Decatur notes travelers as W A Blackwell and Alex Hamilton return from college for the holidays. Victoria boys are among those passing through, heading home from school.
A garbled incident reports poultry attacked by intruders at James Lasttree’s property. Chickens and gobblers were killed as guards then removed heads and birds. Authorities later investigated the scene and details remain unclear.
Account of a blaze at a saloon on East Commerce Street where the Mil Li fire department fought the flames. Chief Young supervised efforts as the structure burned. spigot was opened to extinguish the fire. Estimated loss not given. whiskey division reportedly involved and a suspect escaped from a local asylum.
The piece rails against alcohols and the Salvation Army, arguing Prohibition harmed personal liberty and that a Democratic legislature once rejected it for Texas soil. It condemns council actions and laments burdens on local clergy, with hostile notes toward German residents.
The fragment hints at a coverage of urban poverty and street life in a New York style chronicle. Names and precise places are unclear, but the piece seems to discuss a hotel front and the harsh conditions faced by residents in a city slum context.
A letter to McHugh's Chronicle criticizes Snodgrass for opposing a school holiday on Good Friday and advocates respect for diverse holidays. The piece defends Mayor Callaghan, condemns narrow mindedness, and urges balanced observance of religious and patriotic occasions in San Antonio.
Edward Adah aged 33, native of Sweeton, will have his funeral at 117 Victoria Street. Requaintances are invited to attend. details incomplete due to damaged text.
December entries list names with addresses on West Eluira Street Victoria Street and another street. The records note a girl, a boy, and a second boy with associated dates in December. Information appears fragmented and garbled but reflects a local notice of resident activity or reporting.
The Erie Trutel hotel on Soledad street in San Antonio opens to receive tourists and business visitors offering three stories with twenty nine sleeping apartments heated by steam and electric light. Furnishings imitate various states with porcelain and modern fixtures. Proprie tors Foln Loustanin and Paul Berkeron promise comfortable stays near the electric streetcar line.
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