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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1897
Page
2
A daytime burglary probe led officers to search the premises on Commerce Street. Clerks and nearby residents described a noisy stair chase with no conclusive evidence or recovered loot. The investigation continues.
The New Orleans Board of Trade committees push for higher import duties on foreign rice to shield the local rice industry. Letters and telegrams to city leaders show broad support for protective measures, arguing current rates fail to guard wages, employment, and large investments tied to rice production.
Santa Fe, founded in 1598 by Spaniards, stands as a storied Southwest city with adobe houses, moorish courts, and churches like San Miguel. The article links its long rule over 13 governors, Coronado’s 1540 lodging, and a 2336 bell to a heritage of military posts, relics, and vivid reminders of past conflicts.
Fragmented write up notes a quarrel over a horse and a few local figures. Mentions Latakin, Tollariwood, St. Vag, and a Christmas event with a county reception. The garbled text also references an Antonio orchestra and a New Years gathering at the Commandery hall.
An old advertisement emphasizes Munyon’s cold cure for influenza and grippe symptoms, claiming quick relief and multiple separate cures priced low. It also notes a San Antonio collection office and a burglary report at William Herpel’s shop, plus testimonial on an injury balm used for sprains and bruises.
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