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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1885

Page

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Bank Defalcation and Lynching in Nationwide Telegraphic News

In New York the Bank of Manhattan reports a $160,610 deficiency after a teller’s absence. Denver sees dynamite threats against a mill and a large lynching in Westmoreland. multiple towns report bank failures, strikes, and armed disturbances across the country.

New York J. H. Baldwin Bank of Manhattan Company D. C Paiapetrusa Shacksmaxon Bank Jos. Conklin Denver C. R. Davis Eight Davis Mill Davis Denver and Rio Grande City

Melee on West Commerce Street Ends With Fines

A violent confrontation occurred on West Commerce Street outside a store near San Pedro Creek. A peddler, A Boegur, attacked clerks after a dispute over a cheaper sale. The fight led to torn watches, a rock thrown, and multiple injuries. Police arrested Boegur and the Gorinskys. Boegur was fined $5.

West Commerce Street San Pedro Creek A. Beegur Boegur H. Gorinsky Martin Gorinskys Recorder

Recorder's Court Fines and Dismissals Highlight City Row

In a Recorder's Court session Bill Dennan, a colored man, paid 25 for carrying a pistol and 5 for a threatening drawing. Largee Jones' case for striking a girl was dismissed. Several others faced fines or continuances, including H Dennecamp, F Muesch, Dick Smith, and Rexana Harris in various disorderly or assault charges.

Bill Dennan Joe Jackson Largee Jones H. Dennecamp San Vedro F. Muesch Roberts Dick Smith Wallace Earl Earl Cornelio Gonzales Herff Ben Gorinsky A. Borgur Borgur Gorinsky Dan Sullivan Military Plaza Rexana Harris Recorder's Court

Licner visit to Lone Star brewery and herb bitters ad

A Licner representative visited Lone Star brewery and was shown the beer making process by Mr 8 Schorr and Mr L G Fitch. The tour included the large cellar and samples from bar rels. The report mentions Mishler's Herb Bitters with an anchor emblem promising cures for asthma rheumatism kidney liver bronchitis and headaches.

Licner Lone Star 8. Schorr L. G. Fitch North Pole Licur Mishler

Histrionic Aspirants and the Stage Struck Motive

A reflective critique of aspiring actors and variety artists, exploring glamor vanity and danger. It examines how many seek fame yet face disappointment, with parallels to Union Square talk of meals, moral conflicts, and the risky pull of the stage.

Union Square Perey

Plaza market thrives with abundant produce and lively crowd

The plaza market is exceptionally good with plentiful peaches at 50 cents a bucket and green corn rising in supply. Spring chickens cost 35 cents each and eggs trade at 12 cents a dozen while wood and hay prices ease after a wet spell, inviting visitors before 7am to witness a diverse, bustling scene resembling New Orleans' famed French market.

United States New Orleans

Eighth Cavalry Band Concert at Travis Park

The Eighth Cavalry band directed by Frank A Hall performs this afternoon at Travis Park. The programme includes overtures by Flotte and Suppé, waltzes by Waldteufel, and popular songs such as Gavotte Ewig Dein. Time five o'clock.

Travis Park Eighth Cavalry Band Frank A. Hall Palmer House Pettee Flotte Bursche Suppe Mandie Waldteufel Gavotte vEwig Dein Weiss

Clerets and Cordials Promoted by Emanuel Abrahams

A local advertisement touts French clarets cordials brandies and Opera Puffs cigarets. Emanuel Abrahams at 206 Commerce Street is the contact for offerings and discounts.

Emmanuel Abrahams Commerce Street

Our House and Estate Agency Property Listings in San Antonio

A long advertisement details numerous parcels for sale or rent in San Antonio and nearby areas. Properties include lots on River Avenue Elizabeth Street Cameron Street and Concho Street, several two and four room homes, a frame residence with modern amenities, and multiple farms and ranches 46 acres 160 acre farm 320 acres near West Texas. Several properties offer bargains flexible payments or rental options with terms and conditions.

Government Hill Cameron Street San Marcos Street Avenue B Sixth Street Concho Street Nolan Hackberry Streets Round House Commerce Street San Antonio Texas City Houston Street North Flores Street

Restaurant Outfit for Sale with Furniture and Fixtures

Business for sale offering a restaurant outfit including lumber built rooms, cook range, counter, show cases, tables, chairs, and fixtures. Bargain price sought for quick sale.

Ita Plano

Bargain Prices on Old-Time Harness and Wagons

A double seated family carriage with leather top from Eastern maker priced at 350 dollars, plus a single harness and shaft. A one horse spring wagon in near new condition for pulling or express work. A jump seat buggy offered at a bargain.

Land Near San Antonio River Describes 20 Acres

Twenty acres of land located on the San Antonio river lies within four to five miles of city limits. The description notes proximity to the town and suggests potential for development or purchase.

San Antonio

Real Estate Loans Negotiated For Borrowers

Money wanted on the best real estate securities. Loans negotiated in sums to suit borrowers.

Purchasing Agency Opens A General Live Purchasing Firm

A new general purchasing and commission business operates to serve distant buyers. It offers access to low market prices and freight rate information, promising to save travel costs and have wholesale houses pay commissions, with prompt order fulfillment for dress goods clothing hats millinery crockery glassware roots shoes hardware.

Auction House Ad Promotes West Texas Sales

The largest auction house in West Texas invites consignments with emphasis on Outside Sales. Fine display rooms showcase items for auction with sales every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday.

West Texas

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