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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1899
Page
16
A Sunday column argues for strict anti bribery laws modeled on Britain. It cites three English cases, outlines penalties for bribers and bribed, and urges voters to demand clean candidates. The piece questions how many local officials would keep office under such rules. Also includes local notices on library entertainment and a marriage, with brief notes on a grip illness remedy.
A late tennis tournament under the auspices of the Houston Tone club is scheduled to open tomorrow. A delegation of San Antonio players is expected to attend, with Morra Chris Cresson Jr Srang Grapa and others likely to participate.
A Galveston News report details Lt Dixon of the Tenth United States Cavalry and units from Mississippi and Texas, with attacks near Texarkana, investigations ordered by the War Department, vague reports of disloyalty, and recollections of white hostility. The piece covers police and military officials, station changes, and post movements at Richmond and nearby posts, including Baldwin and Pennington notes, plus local civilian reactions and post arrangements.
The piece warns that misused remedies for La Grippe pose danger but Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is praised as safe and pleasant. It claims extensive use with no permanent damage and argues it prevents severe diseases, noting it is well regarded by druggists and widely sold.
The week brought strong cattle activity with prime stock selling well and steady dressed meats, while government figures show a drop in U S cattle prices from last year. Texas and Missouri entries dominated outside Chicago markets, with steers trading around 3 to 5 dollars and large lots exported. local land transfers and a quiet marriage close the item.
The article reports Woodmen of the World delegates from Dallas attending the sovereign camp in Memphis and Magdale elected as delegate. It cites court actions in Forty-fifth District Court with multiple civil judgments for plaintiffs, including tax, debt, and foreclosure cases, and notes a divorce custody suit.
Probating matters show August Peters seeking guardianship letters for Christine Vips estate valued around 2500, including a two story brick house between Nueva Vallite and Wanibe streets. Charles Kinchaim petitions for letters of administration for Adelaide Beam estate valued at 3500 with property in Bexar and Webb counties.
Mrs. Caroline Pinger expresses heartfelt gratitude to friends and neighbors for their kindness and assistance during the burial of her husband, Win Pinger Jr. The note thanks those who offered sympathy and support.
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