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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1908

Page

10

Magnolia fig promises raise Southwest Texas profits

The Magnolia fig, a heat tolerant Texas variety, is praised for early heavy yields, adapting to coastal Texas and Gulf wards. Growers claim 700 to 1300 dollars per acre yearly, with trees producing large crops from third year onward, aided by careful cultivation and irrigation in Crystal City and Cross Ranch districts.

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Southwest Texas climate and land prospects for settlers

The text describes a favorable Southwest Texas region with mild winters, warm summers, and clean air rich in ozone. It outlines a planned town with a main wide street, designated plots for churches and schools, and parks. It claims fertile soil suitable for bananas, palms, corn, alfalfa, cotton, and various fruits and vegetables with crop values listed for Tabasco peppers, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, beans, cauliflower, cabbage, quinolones, watermelons, and berries. It asserts high market potential and compares favorably to California and other states for crops and climate.

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Real estate listings by MeoGY & COMPANY in Texas and beyond

MeoGY and Company advertise extensive real estate offerings including city property, vacant lots, and residences for sale or rent. They claim access to large tracts in Texas, Oklahoma, and Mexico with installment options. Office contact listed as 202 Hicker Building.

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Allensworth Carnahan Firm Praised For Prompt Service Sales

The Allensworth and Carnahan business is hailed for rapid order fulfillment and excellent terms. They offer a wide stock of crockery glass and ware, with a strong retailer network and broad in store service in San Antonio.

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Mr Varga's Dentor and Horse Supplies Store

Mr Det Virga known as a longtime dealer in dentor items and horse supplies operates from 12 cuted at IMD South Morey street. The Varga home is nearby, and the shop emphasizes personal guarantees and reliable goods. Call 2029 to inquire about the store's offerings and business style.

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Peeks Furniture Store Fire in San Antonio

This report describes a large furniture store owned by T. P. Penk on the corner of Houston and Navarre streets in San Antonio. It notes a nighttime blaze illuminating the massive 50 by 50 foot floors and surrounding warehouses, praising the store’s vast inventory, low prices, and customer service while highlighting P. Peek as a prominent local merchant devoted to the city’s future.

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Onion Growing a Profitable Crop Guide for Texas Farmers

An article promotes onion farming in Southwest Texas, detailing bank and business support, Hale & Sons real estate service, and the Elite livery. It covers onion varieties Bermudas red white crystal, seed sourcing from Teneriffa, soil and fertilizer needs, seedbed and planting, irrigation methods, harvest and storage, and pest controls for thrips with soap or whale-oil solutions.

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James J Haag Swiss watchmaker at 219 East Commerce

James J Haag runs a watch repair shop at 219 East Commerce Street upstairs. He services clocks chronographs and chronometers and guarantees satisfaction with careful work. His prices are described as very reasonable and he is touted as one of the best workmen in the southwest.

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Vast Southwest Texas land appeal promises profitable farming

An advertisement extols Southwest Texas as superior for government and capital. It touts fertile soil, rising yields, and opportunities in Grays ta til elty area with Mackay building prospects. It invites readers to contact the firm for full investment details and local tax benefits.

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Photographs and the role of the portrait photographer

A fragment discusses hiring a skilled portrait photographer, praising a well equipped studio and a first class artist as a reliable choice. It emphasizes trust in the photographer for quality portraits and notes the value of a good studio setup and long practice.

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Heye's Saddle and Harness Firm See 40 Years Of Trade

D Heye, a long established craftsman of saddlery and harnesses since 1867, operates at 117 West Commerce Street in a large two story building. The business, famed for reliable goods, serves stockmen, farmers and buyers across Texas, especially in west and southern regions.

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Slane Bros Cement Work Advertises Services

Slane Bros advertise cement work by Shine Bros at 1913 Bast Gom Marcus Street. They offer concrete blocks paving sidewalks durable flooring and cemetery edging. The firm claims long reliability, reasonable terms, and machines to make concrete blocks, touting past work as testimonial.

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Miss P SchneiderProminent Ladies Store Seeks Shoppers

Miss P Schneider invites patrons to visit her store at 21 East Commerce Street to view a varied assortment of ladies wear and fancy goods. The shop emphasizes low prices, careful selection, and a complete stock, inviting customers to compare and let Wort show the selection.

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Night driving in San Antonio inspires scenic routes

A fragment describes night viewing by car around San Antonio including Brackenridge Park Fort Sam Houston and other sites. It mentions The Cools Auto offering car hire and taxi service with hours until 10 p.m. on the plaza in front of the museum.

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White Dyeing and Cleaning Company Promotes Dry Cleaning Method

The White Dyeing and Cleaning Company advertises its Improved dry cleaning process to restore garments with no loss of color or shape. With decades of experience and skilled workers, they claim superior results and urge customers to write for prices if they cannot visit or call.

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