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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1898
Page
3
The piece discusses Judge Neonan’s potential as a next congressman, noting his previous satisfactory terms and party appeal. It also mentions Mr. Smgden’s renewed candidacy, voter sentiment, and the political dynamics shaping the race.
Caldwell County notes report the June 11 race for county and precinct offices, social events at the Methodist park, and preparations for a park entertainment. Dr and Mrs S J Francis welcome a baby girl on June 5. several residents attend School of Methods in Austin. Mrs Catharine Stewart found mentally unsound. crops benefit from recent rains. notable travel and social updates across the county.
The article analyzes how wartime disruption reduces American travel to Europe and keeps funds at home. It estimates potential shifts in expenditures, noting many travelers may stay in the U.S. and that European tourism revenues could plunge, with lingering effects on shipping lines and Paris exposition-related travel.
June 11 Karnes County notes election of school trustees held last Saturday was allowed to stand by default for the first time since the school’s establishment. A. B. Shiraz arrived from San Antonio but stayed briefly. Reports show prosperous farming with high corn yields and cotton doing well. Local meetings mention gunners in Cuero and weather-affected crops, while Rev. J. F. Webb returns to Kenedy for a regular appointment and fourteen additions to the church.
A large Colored celebration marks Emancipation Day in San Antonio with a six event program at San Pedro Springs Park. J M Shelburn heads the Douglass Club with a detailed procession from Alamo Plaza to Del Rio Street and Washington Street followed by reviews, games, and a ball. The event draws visitors from Austin Seguin Corpus Christi and other towns and features a queen Clara McPherson and thirteen maids representing the original slave states.
UVALDE COUNTY June 11 Miss Marie Wingale returned home from Sherman yesterday afternoon after a successful season at the school. Saturday last the erection for school trustees was held to fill two vacancies. C W Watt and D W Barnhill were elected. Rain began Tuesday night and continued into Wednesday with a large amount of water. Mrs J A Sykes a daughter Miss Katie and Annie returned home from San Antonio Thursday after an extended stay. CBC Ruchardaee Jett Monday afternoon on his New York trip after a stay at several places. Sam Suarkey remained this week.
Thos Goggan and Co advertise forty upright pianos in fancy ebony cases offered at 160 to 350 dollars with discounts to 125 dollars. Nearly new models at 200 and 250 dollars have seen little use since last September. Purchasers can buy on terms. W L Margus of Bocinal is at the Southern hotel.
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