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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1898

Page

8

Death by Electric Wire in San Pedro Avenue

A grounded line fault caused John Litchfield to be fatally electrocuted while removing a grounded wire near the Water Works office on San Pedro avenue. Workers and firemen aided, the power cut off, and an inquest to be held. Litchfield, 44, Englishman, was a former sailor and a member of the National Electric Workers' Brotherhood.

Old Water Works Company San Pedro Avenue John’ Litenfield Southwestern ‘Telephone Company Mutual Electric Company Litenfield Menten Telephone Company Vobin Camnden Street Fern Avenue Mutual Eleckie Company Litchfield Iin Niin Iis M.D. Kline Weath Fire Company No. 4 Wuilding Corence Phil Shook Ramon Guerra Velrie I Gilbert Mitchell Beckend City Busiard Sloan & Shelley Manchester Star Rigby Merchant’ Service Ent United States Navy England Defenged Vranth No. 60 Eiectri| Workers’ Brotherhood Pokehia

So ciety Votes Fourth of July Parade Call

On July 3 the superior council issued a printed call urging every Sodality member to report at St Marys College at 8 15 a m to join the parade for the Fourth of July. At least 67 sodalists marshalled in the organization section, the largest represented of all Catholic societies.

Gounels McNell Wells B. Gorell M. Couy J. C. Banner W. Layer J. Bintk H. Geneham C. de Sorly J. Casey Sodallante St. Mary's E. Madson Marshal Mapai U. 8 S. Narmgozwics V. Presgh Sodalista St. Michael's Lranch A. Yurasebels Otiséra J. C P. Soffel Yorktown IF. Weiss Sodality J. SteNewis San Pedro Springs Johnnie Councilia Catholic Central Union St. Mary's College Breal San Antonio

Dr King’s Life Pills Offered Free Sample by Mail

Advertisement from H. E. Buckten & Go of Chicago promoting Dr. King’s New Life Pills. Claims quick relief for constipation and headaches, cures malaria and liver troubles, harmless and vegetable. Regular size 23c per box, sold by D P Kn~tler & Son, druggist.

H. E. Buckten & Go Chicago Dr. King Arigh DP. Knlteyer & Son

ERS CHOSE ing of the Brisnile Ma ennerchor officers

ERS elected officers on Tuesday for the Brisnile Ma ennerchor including President Oswad Achtzehn and Vice President Paul Jahns. Secretary Paul Muckts Caehler Gustave Jung Finance committee Albert Zaworskel H. Licek Librarian A C Lehmann Bearer Otto Lindau Assistant Banner Bearers Chas Praeger and Renteel Leader Hugo Lite. The Macuuercher hogs took 4 vacies until next week in September.

ERS Ing Brisnile Maennerchor Wil Oswad Achtzehn Paul Jahns Paul Muckts Caehler Gustave Jung Albert Zaworskel H. Licek A. C. Lehmann Gauner Otto Lindau Chas Praeger Renteel Hugo Lite

Notice to Taxpayers Ad Valorem Taxes Due July 30 1898

Notice to taxpayers that city ad valorem taxes for fiscal year 1897 are due by July 30 1898 at the City Collection office. After that date a 10 percent penalty plus interest and costs apply. Office hours 9 to 12 and 2 to 6 Saturdays 9 to 12 only. UMAX SUTOR City Collection.

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Man Salesman Frank Brinkman Welcomes Baby Daughter

Mr Frank Brinkman of Thos Goggan Gros music house has shown rare calm and joy after news he became a father. Neighbors report his cheerful mood and mild sobriety since the birth at their home near South Wackberry and Omsha streets.

Frank Brinkman Thos, Goggan & Gros South Wackberry Omsha

Patriotic Two Step From Rough Riders Music

Publication notes MooseVell's Rough Riders two step by Prof L F Haaren issued by Goggan & Bro. The title page shows a halftone group of Rough Riders officers including Captains O'Neal and Canrén. Goggan reports strong sales for this patriotic war song.

MooseVell Rough ‘Riders L. F. Haaren Messrs. Thos. Goggan & Bro Texas Musis House Seth Rough Riders O'Neal Canrén Messia Goggan Warstep

Letter From Guy Le Stourgeon of Rough Riders Camp

An early diary style letter from Guy Le Stourgeon of Sinop Texas to his family in Tampa Florida describes camp life in rain and heat, sleeping arrangements with saddle pillows, and daily routines. He notes a July 2 visit to a YMCA meeting, a June 24 release of two men pardoned for good behavior, and the regiment’s mood as the Rough Riders prepare for movement. He mentions comrades, a battle of Santiago, and family news including Bert’s unit in Miami and a local political notice for a Republican primary next Wednesday.

Gay le Stourgeon Sinop J. le Stourgeon Thia Nola Tampa Grandma Bridge John Sinnott Sens Santiago Roys Luna Capron Ts Troop Max Cautelu Hamilton Lad Gemnonelve, Corp Dauberty Lenan San Antonio Urwin Texas Dutchman Daugherty Ile Ime

Daugherty in Photo Studio Sparks Tense Scene

A chaotic moment in a photo session ends with Daugherty discarding his broom in anger after threats and taunts from John, as bystanders chuckle at the spectacle. The entry notes the Rough Riders, Hamilton Fish, and Capron, reflecting on war, bravery, and the rough camp life.

Daugherty Tahn D. Arvive Hls John Capt Lung Evers Hamilton Fish Nell Capron Crack Regiment

Notice of Piling Resign and Final Account

Notice from the County Court of Bexar County Texas of guardianship proceedings for minor minors Roththa Elizabeth Filzabeth Mary and Broty Ardi. W. S. Smith guardian reports resignation and final account to be considered at the July term 1833 with publication and rights to objections. Witness Thad W. Smith clerk.

State OF Texas Bexar Mattora Vis San Antonio Berar County Texas Thad W. Smith Bexer County Ute SJ San Antonis A. D Thad. W. Shuph Hexar County C. Semington

A Good Record Major Holland Serves Long Mail Route

Major Holland, an ex Confederate soldier sixty years old, completed two years and four months of mail service from San Antonio to Pleasanton and back, driving the mail coach overland from Tulsa city to the line station. He logged 32995 miles on schedule time without a single lost day. Now well seasoned, he stands ready to join the Rough Riders off Santiago.

Holland Afx Holland Isen Rough Riders Santiago de Cubs

Negro dispute over doctor’s carriage and team

A quarrel involving hackman Fisher and two young Black men erupted over the charge of Dr Shropehiro's carriage and team, leading to a public disturbance. Details remain fragmented, but the altercation highlights tensions around property and authority in the community.

Negro Hackman Fisher Shropehiro

Gas Range Debate Sparks Old Fashion Cooking Doubts

Some readers dispute the claim while users of gas ranges argue they cannot be coaxed back to old methods. They say gas ranges cook faster, but some worry about safety and control when adjusting heat and venting.

Purity and Exdéelei Boda Water Trade Advertisement

Fragmented text references a trade advertisement about certificates and products labeled Purity and Exdéelei Boda Water. Mentions dog items and aims to boost trade and reliability, with unclear details on offerings or company names.

Unclear street incident on Losdyu and Houatur corners

Fragmentary account describes events at a street corner with mentions of a Bi Wa figure and a young person near bridles and a car track. The narrative later notes a traffic blockage and eventual team disruption, followed by a peace gesture and reestablished order.

Losdyu-street Houatur Street Bi Wa Negre Nolé Haton-street Toy Esher Vee

Dr King New Discovery Advertised In 19th Century Notice

An old notice extols Dr King New Discovery for consumption and related ailments with testimonials claiming miraculous cures for coughs and lung night. It promotes local stores offering free samples and priced bottles, alongside upcoming church meetings and a Ladies Auxiliary board gathering.

A. C. Thomas Marvayille Kalteyer Gras Regulat-aise

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