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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1897

Page

12

Wise ruling places fraternal orders under law

Special wire from Chattanooga Tenn reports Judge Clark of the U S District Court held that fraternal insurance orders are on the same legal footing as ordinary life insurers. A widow sued over a benefit certificate from the order Hephasophs. The local lodge officer could waive supreme laws, a decision seen as sweeping and attention grabbing for all supreme lodges.

Chattanooga Tenn Clark United States District Court Supreme

Complex TLS figures corrected by Stieo Fenty

Stieo Fenty presents revised figures in his first Tritton sphere, aiming to prove a new theory. The wording suggests an experimental approach and comparisons to another Tonk at the hooks, with a recommendation for an eas.

Stieo Fenty

National Banks Cut Circulation in New York

A Special Wire from New York reports that national banks across the city are reducing currency in circulation. The drive stems from expectations of prolonged easy money and the high price of government bonds. The national banks collectively can shrink circulation by up to three million dollars monthly, with New York banks applying for another three million reduction this week.

New York Washington

Tolmsin Launches Treasurer Bid in Local Race

Voters receive a campaign note endorsing Thos. I. Tolmsin as the People's candidate for treasurer. It urges support against Ferdy, presenting Tolmsin as the stronger opponent.

Minister to Paris Rumor Sparks Consul General Talk

An Anderson Indiana report from February notes a National Republican source claiming Henry has been tendered and accepted the Paris consul general post. J K Gowdy is said to have been offered a foreign mission. Durbin authorized the statement amid Senate chatter on appointments.

Anderson Ind National Republican

Burglary Report At Donan Residence In Austin

A break in occurred at the Donan residence on Loangacn street last night. Police say a thief pried open the front door and stole a silver pitcher and goblets.

Austin Tes Donan

Commissions Issued by Adjutant General Office

Austin Feb 6 Commissions were issued from the adjutant general's office to officers of the Texas Volunteer Guard. Names include W. Vowssend as major, Spencer Iubbins as major, T. A. Robertson as captain, M. C. Raysor as first lieutenant, S. J. Knell as second lieutenant, D. H. Gibson as first lieutenant, W. S. Tower as second lieutenant, and others from Escelsior Guards and Engle Pass Rifles.

S.J. Knell Kenton Washington Guard Marks D. H. Gibson W. S. Tower Alexia W. C. Dougienss Engle Pass

Performance delights at Mission garden show

A last night program by Hie Deutsch Mackercher at the Mission garden drew solid attendance and praise. Bass and Domo led strong set pieces with original titles while electric singing, an Ambella rope dancer, and Phinny Phellons tableaux kept the crowd amused. The finale featured a grant march and waltz followed by late dancing.

Opaas

Municipal spending trends in late 19th century mayors

The Express reports city budgets and appropriations from 1882 to 1895, comparing Cal laghan, Paschal, and Elmendorf administrations. It notes total expenditures, savings versus prior eras, and argues for reelection, framing Elmendorf as financially prudent compared with Callaghan.

Callaghan Paschal

Free Cure Mankind Nervous Debility Prescription

A Kalamazoo Michigan resident offers a free prescription aimed at curing nervous debility. The letter requests readers mail to Box 1748 for trial use, asserting the remedy is genuine and costless. It mentions a theater notice for a play and announces social interest in the performer’s recovery and public health.

Atta Kalsninzoo Mich Olis Koalnunzoo Colsen

Bucklen Arrica Salve advertised for skin cures

An old advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arrica Salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers burns chapped hands and related skin ailments with a money back guarantee for full satisfaction. Price listed as 25 cents and distributed by F. Kalteyer in San Francisco.

Ff. Kalteyer

Pleg Candidates to Pen Four Pendent Statements

Candidates including Mr. Salliway prepare four pendent statements as they plan for the meeting. Other participants are expected to join and discuss the proposals.

Pleg Mr. Salliway Will

Mouilay Ladies Exclusion Notice at Cover Ave Event

An entry notes Mouilay and elvetton dig hosting exclusive viewing of curlgusters of animals on Cover Ave near Dandies, detailing doors and time windows in September. The notice specifies restricted access to the site and urges attendees to follow posted guidelines.

Mouilay Elvetton Dig Hoa

Rally for Flaherty at Mackburty and Duval Streets

An independent meet is planned at the corner of Mackburty and Duval streets by the Sixth ward waterside to back Me Flaherty for alderman. Bevers will address attendees. invitations extend to all residents.

Flaherty Tontzhi Mackburty and Duval Streets Sixth Ward Plaherty Bevers

Diminished Meritun and Gert in Public Vest Pull

A fragment notes a dispute over a vest drawn from a public supply involving individuals named Meritun, Gert, and BL Johnson. The text is garbled but indicates a contested item removal or distribution at a public event. Further readable details are not available.

Meritun Gert Johnson

Denunciations Spark Campaign Rumors In San Antonio Mayoral Race

Warning to the public from Chairman H. C. Carter accuses campaign slanderers of seeking to thwart Augustus Lewy by rumors he will withdraw from the mayoral race. The Temple Tribune notes Lewy’s earlier Temple tenure and refutes unfounded accusations, urging voters to focus on the race.

Carter Lewy

Amusements and divorces listed for public attention

The notice lists entertainers at the Grand Opera House with Mirek and others, plus divorce actions including Nellie Richardson versus William Richardson and Samuel Wy. Boynton versus Francis M. Boynton. It also notes saloon regulations for election day and a lengthy list of local officials and business leaders connected to San Antonio civic matters.

Nellie Richardson Wiliam Richardson Mras Tampsin Avenue D Atal Samuel Wy. Boynton Francis M. Boynton

Lewy Named Temple Leader In Local Endorsement

A Tribune endorsement lauds Mr Lewy for rapid rise from city attorney to mayor after Mayor Calhoun's death. It cites his acts to build the market and opera house, reduce city taxes, and strengthen sinking funds, claiming he brought order to Temple’s affairs and would benefit San Antonio in broader ties.

A. Lewy San Antonio Lewy Teave Temple Tove Texas Ing Augustus Lewy Hugh M. Johnson P. L. Downs Firat National Ukr. Co B. Hutcheson Whrat Nations Bank B. T. Crawford J. M.crawford Gop BE. Wilkcox Otto K. Burwitz J. B. Nunneley L. R. Wade W. EB. Hall J. B. Walters M. M. Mthvin A. F. Gently T. £. Hollingaworth W. Kyle & Son Fred. P. Hamill Bryan Thrada & Goodwin O. W. Haschke Cc. T. Simpach W. A. Whikergon J. H. Dousberty Lewis Wood T. J. Danning Wim. Taylor A. L. Curtis Tribune Callnway Market

Seven year old boy killed by wood wagon in South Flores street

A seven year old Lille boy crossing South Flores street was instantly killed when a wagon loaded with green mesquite wood struck him. The accident occurred around seven in the evening as he crossed the thoroughfare near his family home. The wagon contained three men and was driven slowly. Coroner Shook arrived and the boy was prepared for burial by Sloane and Shelley.

Lille Butterfell South Flore Mir Chas. Hutterfield South Flores Street Gralveston Butterfield Iy Aransas Pass Alexicans Hutnel Silvera Tiburelo Lopez Sig South Laredo Callstra Martinus Carmer San Las Leona F. F. Hunter Frank Sloant & Shelley Polock Mureerfeld

Pre Colored War Ward Election Certification

A presiding officer reports that during the November precinct election under J b Salley the colored citizens were treated with courtesy and respect and no threats or harm to any colored citizen occurred. Signed by M D Brown.

J. B. Salley M.D. Brown

Escapee Convict Narrows Down Detention

An described convict named Uncle Green, also known as Seguin, was arrested days ago by Officer Porter for drunk and disorderly conduct and is now an escaped convict wanted in Guadalune county. He reportedly escaped from a Texas penitentiary sentence of twenty years for a favored watch theft at Seguin.

WLM Lock Alice Jahn Tester Eolured Porter Guadalune O Xeld All Darkey Seguin Unele Green

Dixon Announces Candidacy for Third Ward Alderman

T Dixon declares for alderman in the Third Ward, stating no axe to grind and pledging to work for the city's and ward’s best interests and prosperity, while soliciting voter support.

T. Dixon

Those Little People at the Opera House

The Lilipulinus again drew a large matinee crowd with children among the audience and repeated their previous success. A second evening drew a vast audience and praise for the quaint German midgets and the fine ballet and scenery. Tonight marks the final appearance.

Notice of annual meeting of International Building and Loan Assn

The annual meeting of the stockholders to transact business will be held Monday February 5 at 8 p.m. at Mr Blay Aycock's office. Secretary M Lindner signs the notice. 2-5-8-7-$

The International Building and Loan Association Blay Aycock M. Lindner

VOTE FOR F.T. B. TOMSEN FOR TREASURER

In a local political notice the People's candidate for treasurer, Fale for F T. B. Tomsen, appeals to colored voters to support his bid and have their votes count.

Fale Ft. B. Tomsen Civ

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