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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1899
Page
2
A garbled report from a Texas city recounts a morning incident involving a person named Tellis on South Telephis street and a lingering illness. The page notes travelers, locals, and shop notices including ads for dry goods, lodging at the Menger, and multiple names such as Vogler, Vorler, and Wold. It also mentions medical claims about electromedicine and several social updates from residents, with brief criminal and public notices.
The county commission proposes that warrants be issued only after approval by the governing board. A formal order from the committee, appointed by the judge, would require consent before treasury warrants are drawn. The regular grand jury reviews Borat county finizers for compliance and oversight.
Reports from Sevan suggest multiple family members were poisoned after eating bread likely tainted by poison. Investigations indicate Mrs Pasaly died and others fell ill while some family members recovered. authorities consider suspected poisoning as the cause. A grandson John Passly, 20, faces questions as investigations continue.
The Fort Worth area secures a pure relay line contract for a new passenger depot. Grigsby Brothers of Jefferson to excavate yards with 200 yards of trenching and heavy steel track work. The project includes stone and brick structures, a 174 by 100 foot footprint, front street frontage, and connections with the Rock Island, Rio Crane, and other lines.
A Bellefonte telly columns item mentions a pastor’s congratulations on an occasion and a Lewiston resident known for seeking parental consent. A Steubenville piece recounts a 13 year old’s depraved acts, a father’s reaction, and a remarriage to a young stepmother. A Calfiornia case notes a suspect believed to carry a silver thimble swallowed years ago. A Melbourne shopper reports a boy swallowing a silver thimble. authorities suspect it hidden under the skin needing removal.
A fragmentary poem lines mix abrupt phrases about asking a question, love, and uncertainty. The damaged OCR reflects garbled imagery with stray names and phrases, suggesting a nostalgic or experimental verse rather than a clear narrative.
Fragmentary diary of public discourse cites editorials on saloons and morality. It notes press reprints and strong opinions about the liquor trade’s social impact and calls for reform through community action and church voices.
Fragmented report notes mayor draws of 100.00 monthly and various warrants. The Missingo Chronicle mentions past and possible future deficits, questioning if repeal of HIP is necessary.
An old editorial note claims pneumonia often stems from a cold or grippe and asserts Chamberlain's County Remedy prevented pneumonia during a past influenza epidemic. The ad promises it counters cold tendencies and labels it the best remedy for bad colds and grippé, sold by druggists.
A disorderly house case involving Hivlarte Hernardts was heard with the defendant declining defense and a fine of 200. A series of political meetings supporting the Hicks ticket were held near Paschal square and Peach and Dakwin streets, with another gathering at Clemens Rotter's hall. Various meetings were reported as part of the campaign.
A damaged OCR page lists several deaths with minimal readable details including Alfred, Mrs Ars Thomas J Garvie, Mise Waima McRury aged 40, and Busiile Dippl aged 82. It notes graves and funeral arrangements in a mid 20th century tone, mentioning locations like Woodtler avenue, Palgtek’s Capstone, Hackville, and Hot Springs Arkansas while indicating causes such as grippe and pneumonia.
The wedding of Miss Ault Bitter and George Th. Karges took place January 25 at Goebelom with attendants Mald of Mlas Mingle Dolan and others. Guests delivered well wishes as the bride, in white, with bouquet, entered the chapel led by her brother Mr. John A. Elter. A reception followed at 1626 New Braunfels Avenue and the couple planned to reside at 380 Crockett Street after February 1.
The lodge 44 of Free and Accepted Masons submits a memorial for Robert J. Shelton who died December 16 1898. It extols his gentleness and loyalty as a citizen and Mason and asks prayers for his children and relatives. The resolutions urge publication in the Daily Express and Daily Meg at Bremond and Morton Worth, Texas.
Notice of death August Sehild Sr died in San Antonio January 28 1899 aged 78 years funeral at this house 225 Woodhiker road with G G Sehild residence. relatives urged to attend. interment at Herman's Cemetery.
Lastata of Augusta Teck decastad granted Loliana W. Reeks to telai e of Jean M Garza deceased. Contest of will admitted to probate. Bond set at 35500. Appratzere Wi D. Drune and Joan Vit kena Jr defend ant appealed to Early-fifth District. Estate details include guardianship of Patton minors and transfer of estate to McLennan County.
Fragmented OCR text mentions San Antonio and various named items with unclear context. The garbled lines reference Borroe Fusi Hicks Pket and dates like 1861 15, with scattered phrases about migrations, tickets, and people named Maye Callaghan and Brynn. Overall unreadable, likely a partial historical note.
Subscriptions totaling $16,000 were reported as sold to parties in Puerto Rico and the United States. The firm described broad regional offices in Washington Baltimore Mexico City Ponce San Antonio and Texas as it prepared to commence operations and deploy deposits with 8 percent interest paid semiannually.
A fragmented list documents county warrants and expenditures including repairs on bridges and approaches at Lodi Cassino and Ladman, clerk and election costs, bridge work, and related services. Notable items show payments to Henry A. Brooken, TW Walthall, and James Downey, with various figures and descriptions of work and services.
Receipts and shipments show weak sales this week with prices down for general stock, but good cattle remain firm. Wy Blackwell of Cuero sells in St Louis at a 10 pound steer price of 4.10, while Chicago Kansas City and St Paul reports echo similar lower trends in Texas steer pricing and meat markets. Ranchers report improved conditions with some high grade cattle bringing strong bids, yet overall cattlemen face lower returns and lingering market softness.
Notich letters indicate Rrog engaged G., Seng residents of Bexar are executing a deed of assignment on the Mad day of Jat. conveying all property subject to execution to the assignee. Creditors must notify the assignee within six months and provide written consent for claims. Witness dated January 24, 180). Signed by S, Q Bldridge, Assignee, 223-325 Nat Flouston Street.
We hire for a site in San Antonio at Babcock Standani Press. Cor newspaper and job work prints full form 3 comma 8 pager. Neway speed 4200 to 1800 an hour. For, an Fan will pay same. Address 40 B Jonson Office Daily on 12-10-tf.
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