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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1898
Page
8
The firm plans a substantial new brick structure behind the offices and salerooms on Houston street. When finished, the 40 by 145 foot two story building is touted as the finest in the state. Mr Collins will bore four new artes wells on his property near the former well to secure fresh water.
Sam L. Hain, president of the Republican League of Texas, discusses building league clubs across Texas to boost Republican strength in the upcoming congressional campaign. He cites district vote shifts needed to elect Republicans and urges a statewide organization of league clubs to mobilize volunteers, monitor polls, and unify party efforts beyond factional patronage.
The piece argues for club based Republican organization, calling it the best solution to the party’s situation and a path to national success. It notes Omaha Nebraska will host the National League convention June 14 15 and 16 1898 and mentions a state league meeting following the National Executive committee.
The 1848 officers for Court San Antonio Foresters of America were installed by P G Wilk Pee and a list of officers followed including FS Leelee and BC Joseph Shephard. A separate note describes Friendship Temple No 2 officers installed with Most Excellent Chief Uhrigten Wen eick and others, and plans for a degree staff and grand temple gathering next April.
Visiting Stocksan requests choosing Tonk as headquarters for their wives and daughters. A choice list of fine items is offered including lark ust, choicest stack ee iamns, skeet music, and medical Inetpas sients. Prices and exact items are listed by Thos. Goggan & WW.
The Woman's Relief Corps held a Friday installation in Soledad block with Past Commander Alvort presiding. Officers installed included J. H. Bolton as commander and Elma line conductress, with numerous names listed for other posts and roles. A program and refreshments followed, plus notice of regular joint meetings on the fourth Friday each month inviting members and friends.
An advertisement claims Thos Goggan and Brothers offer superior value and easy payments, urging readers to leave money at home and rely on their handling of the world’s best productions in Plates and Creats.
The parks committee will plant at least six young backcherry trees in Washington square and 200 more in other city parks. The Slaters of the Incarnate Word order donated the land near the river at Breckenridge park and allowed the city to remove as many trees as needed for 16 cents each, a price far below market elsewhere.
Owing to the daily arrival of new stock the underwear sale is extended. Readable items include garments priced at 85 cents to 91 dollars and 26 cents, with $2.00 garments also offered. The notice names stock arrivals and sale extensions, reflecting a local retail event.
The piece argues for deepened prosperity through manufacturing and water resources. It emphasizes San Antonio as a prime tourist spot yet calls for a manufacturing base, artesian wells, and water expansion to anchor industry, reduce overreliance on distant markets, and stabilize the city’s economy amid rail and labor pressures. It cites regional production, river water, and local agriculture as key factors shaping growth.
Amusements notices describe Gilmore and Leonard's Hogan's Alley as a popular New York sensation brought to town with a strong cast including Cambell Caulifield Taylor Karcher and others. Hoyt presents A Contented Woman with deft humor and Gilbertian wit featuring Belle Archer. Louis James to perform A Cavalier of France with Othello matinees and a two night engagement beginning January 1th.
Rounder commentary mocks Mayor Cellaghan as streets lag behind four years of neglect while repairs and new projects are debated. Benign jabs at officials, public happenstances, a planned two morning papers venture, and postal letter issues color this lively San Antonio–area chronicle full of named locals and places.
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