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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1885
Page
4
For sale at a bargain a two story stone building measuring 38 by 64 feet with cellar and 13 rooms, plus a barn and stable. Located in Texas near Boerne. Would exchange for stock. Address J W Atex Grorae in Boerne Texas for particulars.
About 75 Texas editors printers publishers and others gathered at Galveston on February 10 for the sixth annual Texas Press association convention. They enjoyed fish and beer, heard welcome remarks from Galveston officials and veterans of the press, and toured the Lampasas steamer before evening activities.
On Wednesday February 11 the convention resumed with sightseeing and refreshments then moved to Shepherd Hall for more invitations and resolutions. Judge A B Norton delivered a speech as essayist and was reappointed. Judge Davis of the Mount Vernon Herald gave a political oration tracing the Democratic party to Adam and Eve and referencing the Declaration of Independence.
A Thursday session describes delegates voting on temperance and politics resolutions, with most items adopted except temperance and political ones. San Antonio chosen as next meeting place after a spirited officer election, followed by a gathering at the "Free Bar" to discuss business. Notes reference Ferguson of the Times and a cryptic line about a lamb and lion.
At First Presbyterian church this Monday morning 7 15 Rev J W Neil officiated Charles Griesenbeck Jr and May Upson, both of this city, were married. Eugene Griesenbeck and Addie Upson served as attendants. couple left for a bridal trip to New Orleans amid a large gift list and well wishes.
Local seller lists ornamental shade and vine plants including Swengeoiess Ornamental Shade and Rose Vines, Tube Rose, New Double Pearl, Pamrasa, Pot Piante, Bermuda Grass and more. Promises free planting and transplanting for customers.
Boxes are steel lined and marble encased with a master key protection. Rents start at 59 cents a month, varying by box size.
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