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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1898

Page

4

Suspicious Peddler Arrested For Cheap Hatchets And Saws

Jose Quella, a Mexican laborer, was arrested after being identified by Assistant City Marshal Iien Kessy as a suspicious character. He had been selling carpenters tools in small parcels across the city and was located on Main Avenue selling hammers and saws. The case links to thefts three weeks earlier from Navaro and Buena Vista Street job sites, with tools traced to Henry Wosnig and possibly to Quello.

Jose Quella Iien~ Kessy Main Avenue Navarro Street Schneider Buena Vista Street Henry Wosnig Quello

Mutual Electric Light Company Promotes Modern Power Service

The Mutual Electric Light Co promotes 24 hour arc and incandescent lighting plus electric power at reasonable rates. It invites new customers, offers free setup, wiring estimates, and emphasizes no charge for moving a residence to the new service. Office at 1114 West Houston Street, Tel. 315.

Ess Mutual Electric Light CO Omice West Houston Street Tel

Judge Maxey Ill In Austin But Expected To Preside

Judge T S Maxey is ill and bedridden in Austin but expected to preside in federal court tomorrow. The civil docket will be taken up this week after a week of criminal matters. U S Marshal Liebrecht District Attorney Culberson and Assistant West returned from Cup Holeby to attend court.

T. S. Maxey Austin United States Liebrecht Culberson West F Holeby

Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Endorsed by Local Merchants

Local merchants and families in Ble Tunnel Virginia praise Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best cough syrup they have used. R A Blake Sons recommend it on their honor, noting many kinds tried and none better. Sold by druggists in town.

Chamberlain W. H. King Isaac P. King R. A. Blake + Sons Ble Tunnel J. P. Cleveland Glasgow Gale

Plumbers Meet to Fight Trade Dominance in City

A disputed notice voices anger at Texas Supply Co and accuses them of aiming to raise prices and freeze out competitors. The item mentions a plumbers' gathering on April 1 in New York City and hints at consumer impact amid industry pressure. A physician endorses Chamberlain's remedy and a social event at Laurel Heights Enchre Club is described with prizes and attendees.

the Plumbers and Trade Journal of New York City Texas Supply Co San Antoniio Laurel Heights G. Albert Staines Anna Melihaney Edmoaneton

Primrose and Wee’s Mingiel Company At Grand Opera House

The Primrose and Wee troupe returns tonight at the Grand Opera House with a new company said to rival their past offerings. Notable performers include George Malwon, EB M Tall, the Waterbury Brothers, Venney, Ben Towatt, the Seymours, Charles G. Weber, Fred Reynolds, Edward Hanson, John Pieri, Harry Ernest, B C Barnes, and William Thompson.

Primrose & Wee George 4 EB. M. Tall America Moanpel Ktor Maine Waterbury Brothers Venney Ben Towatt Marvelous Seymours Charles G. Weber Fred Neynolds Edward Hanson John Pieri Harry Ernest B.C. Barnes William Thompson

Gayest Manhatten at Koster and Binl’s to Wed night

The Gayest Manhatten burlesque arrives for a single New York style show at Koster and Binl’s. The mishaps of Miss Ricketts from Maine drive a light hearted tale with songs dances and bright sayings. Cast includes Richard Gorman Eleanor Falk Kate Michelena and others with acrobatic and specialty acts. A testimonial from Drage nist F C Hellig of Lynchburg touts Chamberlain’s Pain Balm for rheumatism.

Koster & Binl New York Music Hall Gayest Manhatten Teé Miss Ricketts Wilds Maine New York Richard Gorman Eleanor Falk Kate Michelena Handy Sparrow Cops Fran Sknowhegan B'Gosh

Ethel 18 Going on Arctic Travel to Klondike

Misa Lygna the first woman to traverse the Youkon and Klondike plans another spring trip from New York. She sends photographs showing her in a striking arctic costume, highlighting her pioneering journey and bold spirit.

Misa Mthel Lygna Klondike Youkon New York

Investment prospectus for Hambleton & Co business plots

Don’t let your money idle. Invest with Tohn T. Hambleton & Co at 4 Txt Commerce Street for improved or unimproved business property farms and ranches promising strong returns. Contact for opportunities.

Disorderly Cases Lead to Rearrests on San Pedro Creek

Mabel Davis and Thig Foster were arrested on the west side of the San Pedro creek by Officer Battle for disorderly conduct. After release, they were rearrested by Battle and Quintana on drunkenness and disorderly behavior. A young man who protested at police headquarters was also arrested for drunk and disorderly.

Mabel Davis Thig Foster San Pedro Creek Officer Battle Offtenen Battle Quintana Cme Arereste

William Boom listed as assignee in Texas Machinery filing

The statement filed with the county clerk shows stock and fixtures valued at 1697.98 and 1267.20 realized from sale. Indebtedness totals 4916.60 with 1287.20 already paid. In Houston, John Blake died suddenly at his brother's residence. widow Eliza beth Alma Lake travels to Houston. he had lived here for years and suffered heart trouble.

William Boom Texas iMffinery Company John Blake Houston Elizabeth Alma Lake Nevada South Hackberry Streets Southern Pacific

Red Men's Excursion to Laredo Birthday Parade

An advertisement notes greatly reduced rates for the Red Men excursion to Laredo for Washington's Birthday with details via the International Route and a local D J Price agent in Palestine Te. A grand celebration is planned with entertainments at Laredo and across the border. He BazaaR Successful summary: The Junior Auxiliary of St Pauls Episcopal church bazaar filled Fort Sam Houston post hop room with attendees, decorations, and entertainments. The Fifth Cavalry orchestra from Luh led by Prof Ramsey performed. Proceeds receipts listed for the various booths.

Laredo D. J. Price G. P&t. A. Palestine St. Pauls Fort Sam Houston Fifth Cavalry Orchestra Luh Ramsey

Sunday Light and Local Politics in San Antonio Gossip

A fragmentary page notes politics and social life in San Antonio. Items mention the Committee of 15, county nominations, Republican and Democratic parties, ads, slot machines, and local figures like Joe Clifford and Judge Noonan, with various quips about advertising, newspapers, and street districts.

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