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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1885
Page
2
Texas remains a Democratic stronghold as Texas politics tilt toward Prohibition amid debates on two-party lines. San Antonio sports, Mexican reform, and national issues surface, with street drainage faults turning several avenues into floods and frog ponds after rain.
Dr. Stockton touts loose clothing for health and a dress that frees breath. A pension case sees Miss Ada Sweet refuse resignation as pension agent. The piece surveys theater, tariffs, politics, philanthropy and Corpus Christi’s missed opportunities for port growth and regional development.
A mid ocean alarm aboard a great trans Atlantic steamer reveals the rudder has fallen away leaving the helm powerless. The wheel man and captain face the ship at mercy of wind and wave as the crew reacts with consternation and fear.
In a measured notice the Traveler warns that extreme energy and ambition can strain the body. It claims misused vigor harms kidneys and liver, and credits Warner’s Safe Cure with restoring vitality and supporting the faculties needed for continued achievement.
Prominent local dealer A. M. Cohen announces he will sell his entire stock at and below cost. The sale promises affordable new suits for all, reflecting a rare chance for value in clothing.
Stock can still be obtained in the fourth series of the building and loan association. People wanting to own homes with monthly payments equal to or less than current rent are invited to call for information. W. A. Bonynar, Secretary, Room 8 Soledad Block, corner Houston and Soledad streets.
Multiple listings describe farms and ranches for sale in Texas counties near San Antonio and Houston. Properties include 1100 acres on Buffalo Bayou with water and timber, 1400 acres near Moore Hollow with improvements, 640 acres on the Leona river with a sugar mill, 900 acres on the Rio Frio, a 40 acre Salado ranch, and 14 to 90 acre plots near Calaveras creek. Prices range from 12000 to 5500 dollars with cash terms and possible livestock included.
Advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. Cures Pilea with a money back guarantee and price two cents per box, sold by lice Bros.
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