World figures on iron workers strike and related events
A telegraph summary reports debt at the New Orleans World’s Industrial Exposition, widespread idling of iron workers across several states totaling about 60,244, and closures of 100 iron mills and 34 nail factories. Other items note a window glass factory shutdown plan, Berlin-Germany minor residency talks, grave preparations for Alexander H. Stephens, an indictment of Ferdinand Ward, and a heroic bridge incident in Cuicace.
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Washinoton
Secretary of the ‘Treasury
New Orleans
Prrrspune
New Albany Iron Company
New Albany
Ind
Pittsburg
Western Pennsylvania
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Michigan
Tennessee
Kentucky
Prirrsnura
Allegheny Mountains
Window Glass Manufacturers’ Association
London
Reuter’s
Berlin
Pendleton
United States
America
Germany
Kasson
Augusta
John A. Stephens
Alexander H. Stephens
Crawfordville
Liberty Hall
Stephens
Stephens Memorial Association
Stenae
Avoy
Atlanta
New York
Ferdinand Ward
Ward
Marine Bank
Grand Cdd
Fish
Duball
Court of Oyer and Terminer
Cuicace
Henry Carmody
Halgtead Street
Carmody
Waveneag
Capmody
Onieaca
John Montague
McCormack
Reaper Works
Baseball Grounds
Court Docket Silent on Street Disturbances and Fines
A string of minor charges from last Tuesday includes Gonzales and Story fined five dollars after a clash with wagon blockages near Story’s livery. Roberts jailed after drunken disorderly conduct and assault. multiple witnesses and a bat cave removal. Texana Harris and Rafael Besero faced five dollar penalties for disturbance and domestic assault respectively. Kraus and Washington fined for drunkenness and fighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelio Gonzales
Hert Story
George McCormick
Story
Gonzales
McCormick
Roberts
Alamo Street
Ryman
Bat Cave
Texana Harris
Miss Blanche Deerwool
Miss Blanche
Exana
Willis Washington
August Kraus
L. Saareny
Rafael Besero
Rafael
The Sublime and Rediculous Duel Over a Cow
Two young Englishmen near Boerne settled a quarrel by a moonlit duel with seconds. Shots missed, but a stray ball killed a cow. The duel ended with both men fleeing, while the mystery of the cow’s death unsettles a Kendall County rancher.
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Boerne
Kendall County
His Experience with Kampmann Elevator Shocks City Officer
An elderly city pensioner warned by fear of the Kampmann elevator. He climbed four flights to the Mayor’s office to find no one there. He refused steps, was pushed into the shaft, and the car plunged downward. He cried to be lowered gently and bolted to the ground floor to escape the machine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kampmann
An Lony
Mexican woodchopper accused in cup theft
Officer Wilkin arrested Zapata a Mexican woodchopper for stealing a silver cup from Mr. Herman Wagenfuhr after not being paid full wages. Zapata said the theft aimed to force the remaining payment. he was jailed until the cup was returned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkin
Zapata
Herman Wagenfuhr
Wagenfuhr
Livestock Shipments on International Railway January to June
Mr B F Yoakum reports six months of live stock movements on the International railway. Beef cattle 110 car loads, stock cattle 268, horses and mares 676, sheep 53, hogs 30. Comparison with 1884 shows varied totals: beef cattle 105, stock cattle 1760, horses and mares 963, sheep 100, hogs 44.
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B. F. Yoakum
The
International Railway
Local Shoppers Urge Jimmy Brown to Buy A M Cohen’s Suit
A passerby addresses Jimmy Brown of Avenue D suggesting a trip to A M Cohen’s for a cheap suit. The exchange implies local shop chatter about value and appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jimmy Brown
Avenue D
Jimmy
A. M. Cohen’s
Grand Wedding at St Mark's Cathedral Ends in Happy Union
Ed Steves Jr and Belle Martin wed at St Mark's Cathedral in a richly attended ceremony. The event featured a gala reception at the Martin home on Obraje street, a full floral decor, a string band led by Mendelssohn, and a large guest list including Mrs. M. J. Martin and affluent San Antonio attendees. The newlyweds plan a three month tour before settling in San Antonio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mark's Cathedral
Ed. Steves, Jr
Belle Martin
Mendelsohn
Professor Vincent
Cushman
United States Army
John ‘Tobin
Tobin
Helknap Ifleg
James Meowan
H. Nash
Rare King
Erastus Reed
Milydia Goodwin
Eirn
Kitty Milly
F. c. Coarb
Mollie Smith
H. B. Andrews
Jeff Brown
Austin
Mollie Taylor
Perry J. Lewis
San Antonio
Wittie Brown
Harry Fowler
Kitty Milby
Frank Corbett
Lydia Goodwyn
Sarah King
Chas. H. Nash
M. J. Martin
John S. Martin
Dean Richardson
Episcopal Church
Obraje Street
Mendelsshon
Ed. Steves
Galveston
Savings on French clarets and cordials at Commerce Street
In wine and liquors a 50 percent saving is offered by Emmanuel Abrahams at 206 Commerce Street. The note also mentions Opera Puffs as the most popular cigarettes at a popular price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmanuel Abrahams
Commerce Street
Large Assortment of Household Goods For Sale
Before buying elsewhere, inspect a wide array of new and second hand items including parlor suits, dining room sets, furniture, Crockery, glassware, lamps, stoves, mattresses, pictures, pianos, clocks, firearms, safes, bar fixtures, and a variety of carriages and harnesses offered at affordable prices.
Real Estate Listings Include Homes and Farms for Sale
A Philadelphia style inventory describes multiple house and lot options in San Antonio area. Properties range from a two lot dwelling near River Avenue and Elizabeth Street to a 146 acre ranch 13 miles east of the city, and a 320 acre fenced farm eight miles west. Prices vary with terms offered, including rent and time payments. Major parcels include 100x100 foot city lots on Cameron and Concho streets, a 160 acre farm with 80 cultivated, and a large 9 room house on East Houston Street with attractive rental terms.
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Government Hill
Cameron Street
San Marcos Street
Avenue B
Sixth Street
Concho Street
Nolan
Hackberry Streets
Round House
West Commerce Street
San Antonio
Texas
Houston Street
Commerce Street
North Flores Street
Restaurant business for sale with furniture and fixtures
A restaurant outfit offers sale of all furniture three rooms built of lumber cook range counter show cases tables chairs and piano. Bargain price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ita
Auction Ad Offers Wagons and Harness at Bargains
A double seated family buggy with leather top priced at 350 dollars, plus a single harness and shaft set. One horse spring wagon in good condition for puling or express use, and a jump seat buggy offered at low cost. Auction notes emphasize bargains and resale value.
Money Wanted Loans Negotiated on Real Estate Securities
The notice advertises loan negotiation on approved real estate securities with sums to suit borrowers. It seeks investors or borrowers for secured real estate investments and outlines favorable terms.
GEL PURCHASING AND COMMISSION BUSINESS OFFERS LOW COST ORDERING
A distant purchasing firm advertises. It promises to fill orders for any merchandise at lowest market prices, covering travel costs and paying commissions to the seller, suggesting buyers save as if present. It invites inquiries on Dress Goods Clothing Hats Milliners Crockery Glassware Boots Shoes and related items.
Largest Auction House in West Texas Sells Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays
The advertisement promotes an auction house claiming to be the largest in West Texas. It highlights outside sales and consignments, with fine display rooms and sales held every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pey
West
Texas
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St. Louis Streets
A. M. Cohen
County Commissioners’ Court
Bexar County
Hon. County Commissioners Court
W. Sarra
B. C
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ED Braden, JR
Kershner
Telegraphic News
Panama
Washineton
United
Madrid
Valencia
Associated Press
Washington
Civil Service
State
Navy
No Man’s Land
Recorder's Court
Julia
St. Mark’s Cathedral
Dan J. Colton
John H. Bolton
W. Houston St
F. Sheets
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Elizabeth Street
Purchasing Agency
Colton & Bolton
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