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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1896
Page
5
A fragmentary notice discusses Nature as the healer of disease and endorses Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a support to Nature. It recounts a testimonial from a patient claiming recovery from consumption and notes various local church and community events including Epworth League activities, social gatherings, and neighborhood disturbances.
In the Dreiss Hill area social activity has been quiet this week due to weather. A large charitable festival at San Vedro Springs aims to honor conventual figures, with remembrances tied to Destevesco and Sarago events.
July 18 Karnes County reports cotton starting slowly due to wet weather, with showers easing into steady rain aiding ground moisture for a promising crop. Other notes include potato planting focus, Sutherland Springs whisky vote, new telephone link promises, and cattle trades as recent rains refresh the area.
The article describes a moonlit shore scene at Cen wal Wharf with a well attended beach and a social gathering aboard the sloop Trudie to view yacht trees. It notes Ges Ella Pepples of Waco recovering from a severe illness and mentions Cardy and others enjoying games hosted by Charles Goul on a Wednesday night.
Fragmentary text mentions Duval county distribution and repairs, a reference to Congressman's son and a young lawyer future, plus a garbled anecdote about a “Spoon” and a wandering tune. The passage preserves obscure local color with vague names and dated phrasing, offering a snapshot of a fragmented historical page.
Caldwell County reports heavy rain with over five inches falling this month. Marriages announced include Bruce Martindale and Stella Stores with the bride from Lockhart. Local events include two upgroes at Lockhart suspected in a shooting. a social at the Consdey residence. a Methodist protracted meeting upcoming. coast party plans by wagon camp. city treasurer half-year report shows cash on hand of 235. county convict vend gang to arrive Monday for road repairs and other town needs.
In Dewitt County revival efforts unfold as female college legation led by Tighe Special gains attention. Farmers report potatoes and pardons amid spring work, with optimistic outlook for harvest tied to recent rains. Local session notes suggest renewed prospects for crops and relief efforts.
The report mentions Howard running in a city race and a judge race ending, with minor turnout hints. Rev L C Matthis aids a revival meeting at Mossy Grave with Germin’ Methodists continuing Sunday studies. A youth theft case circulates about Hensley accused of bacon theft, and discussions about Juckhays sad state of affairs at Hilamt ploue male college.
The notice stream outlines wholesale and retail building supply offerings, lumber pricing, and tool sales warnings from various companies plus a German Lutheran church entertainment event. It includes pricing appeals, supplier names, and a cautioned note about stolen branded tools. The church event advertises a magic lantern show with 123 scenes tracing the Rhine voyage.
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