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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1896

Page

3

Political musings and local elections in West End dialogue

Fragmented commentary debates sewers funding water supply and political candidacy in West End. References to Pop O Connor and Col Onion highlight tensions among Democrats Republicans and Populists over free silver and county ticket formation. Mentions San Antonio travel and local market plans amid campaign chatter.

Autor West Hull Pop O'Connor West End A. P Onion Pop Deutschmann Meury Umscheid Winn Robert Houschke Perry Lewis State Senate Bexar County Tesas Offce Besar County John Campbell Bryan Henry Dirann Frank Congress Pasthal Washington Square San Antonio Dim Balle Als Niles Chikieee II Jobson

Democratic factions clash over 12th district race in Austin

A fragmentary report from Daily Express outlines intra party tension among Bermocracy and Dewacraity groups in Bexar and Austin. It notes leaders like Judge Willing and Perry Lewis amid debates over nominees Kelso and Noonan, with shifts on free trade and protectionist lines shaping the 12th district contest.

Newspyer Daily Xpress Bexar Frank Lewis Aust Willing Choief Natthez Pleasanton Houston Gus Yen Dewanus Republican Eagle Frank Bushlek Carlos Bee Seeu Austin Ine Tau Chicago Uts Nove Perry Laws Kelso Lan Washington Tasenal ToEreg Wood Congress 12Th Noonan

Local Voters Set Tax Board Session and July Fourth Plans

In Uvalde County Light Special details show a board of equalization session set for July 7 with elected officials and residents attending. Independence Day events are planned as a real holiday with no political speeches. church and school activities fill the town weekend, including a donkey ride party with around ten in attendance.

Uvalde Dane Rist Beagle Sexzaion Board of Equalization Setheast Dy, Hatcison San Antonio Love

Wilson County Notes on Farms and Transport Yet

Wilson County reports show Refugia Grier sold her ranch for 35000 with twelve carloads shipped from Floresville by John Timberlake for Tom Dewees and others. Local corn and melon crops suffer, waters and roads affected. Judge Stevenson travels to Chico Springs, Monterey, Mexico seeking health benefits. overall crop quality varies with some fields excellent and others below standard.

Cloresville Refugia Grier John Timberlake Tom Dewees Jennings Blorker Patrview Bexar Graytown Wilson County Floresville Stevenson Chico Springs Monterey Mexico Marcellena Stanaril

Seas A persnecting meeting announced at four

M G A notes that J may lead the Seas A persnecting at four o clock. All men are invited to attend the meeting, with only one long note. The association issues a weekly bulletin this week as the last item for September. A large group visited the Kaspelitort rons and appeared pleased with the gathering. Walle, rate secretary of the M G A, was in town earlier this week.

Gathors Walle M. G.A

Angling Nodes and the Light Angler Mystery

In a quirky tale, August Blesenback fails to snag fish while the Light angler's line yields catches. A Dallas party eyes a local land trip as town anglers debate luck and skill, praising the Inland waters and the San Antonio Gun Club for patrolling and stocking.

August Mer. B B. Itil Verdly

Local Church Activities and Community Notices

Readable items show Thursday night prayer at Saudyackberry Street Avialise church in Leen. weekly Howorth League meetings to be held Friday. Mary and Charley Reynolds vacationing in Lockwuirt. Appeal for more chairs at South Rue Street Presbyterian church due to crowding. Ladies Helping Lodge Society met at G. Diley’s house. yard weeds at Ping Street church trimmed. Delegates entertained in community during convention. Rev. W. Barker attended silver convention in Austin. Pine Sheep Presbyterian pastor becomes newscaster at San Antonio Presbyterian. Messages from Mr. Tian Kelley of the Young Folks West Minster League noted. Lane in Winchester TL reported. Say lugle arrived safely to be with home folks. Pine Street church concerned about weeds. Miss Louisa Schweeder to Layernin for a week. Dramatic entertainment at Nebraska Street Presbyterian East End. Gust Wd orchestra impressed local audience.

Heve Jad Regulay Saudyackberry Street Aovielise Ing Leen Anoyths Howorth League Jastewal Mary Charley Reynolds Lockwuirt Howe G. Diliey Ping Street Po GU Wilk W. J. Barker Austin Larron Pine Sheep Presbyterian Church Sa Antonio Pine Street Misa Louisa Schweeder Layernin Brille Nebraska ‘Street Presbyterian East End East End, Inst. Monday Might, Dad Was In Very Creditable Fair, Dartteaiarly Gust Wd

St ia astonishing how many business men can be talked Into space

Mercer Star discusses deceptive advertising and plants doubt about value of space ads. It notes a country publisher could earn more with better claims and criticizes pressuring merchants to commit in writing. It urges disclosure of distribution, copy, timing, and locations to improve ad honesty.

Mercer Val St Ia R Achemor Norchanta Theo

Rod and fish tale clash at Silver Lake trip

A lively 1920s river fishing narrative describes a broken steel rod, a dramatic rescue of a monster fish, and a cast of characters led by Mr Bass and Mr Ulrich. The party including Emil Trank John Tobin Billy Simms Oscar Guessar and others reports fine sport and plenty of ash for supper at Silver Lake, 25 miles from Tyneketts Vind.

Inez Terra Firma Bass Louis Ulrich Orient Holy Land Reyoris Nile Jordan

Surprise Party for Miss Cecilie Yourzik on Sixth Street

A Saturday night surprise gathering at Miss Cecilie Yourzik’s residence drew many friends for a delightful social event. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Sonnem, Mr. and Mrs. Letzel, several Misses and Messrs with varied surnames, and a broad circle of local residents, all sharing in the season’s most enjoyable celebration.

Cecilie Yourzik Jady Sonnem Letzel C. Yoursik B. Peers M. Kutschenrerter Wiese Sehlek Motler Rusiner Tf. Vola M. Kurtz F. Mathers J. Beller G. Finger Wixfelier DP. Burts A. Merktin Kolter‘nonn G. Deninger Vosshiaridé Peti Kletdé W. Wethalomen J. Comivy Naoglin J. Thera Waller Wills

Prices from Cameron & Co. urged before lumber buys

Contractors and carpenters are urged to obtain prices from Cameron & Co. before purchasing lumber. The notice emphasizes shopping locally for material costs and advises securing quotes to compare value for work.

Atvention Win Cameron & Co Wao, Cameron & Co Bayiee

East End Dramatic Club Benefit Aids Pine Street Church

East End double quartette performed well and the East End Dramatic Club acquitted themselves in two dialogues. The church benefit drew a large crowd and cleared funds for painting the North Pine Street Presbyterian church. Six tables hosted by young ladies. attendees included many from downtown churches.

East End Divina Mattie Bessie Ganna Nouste Westminister League Pine Street Presbyterian Church South Tinckberry Street Bypworth League J. Smith Dreiss Street Charles Gillespie Houston Lorth Pine Street Presbyterian Church Down Town Weat PT Yterian Church

Electrified Rain Observed by Cordova Engineer

Cordova Spain engineer M Maurice Duspree witnessed a shower of electrified rain. He described a warm windless evening with overcast skies around six p m. A flash of allout lightning followed by brief rain drops crackled as sparks darted to walls trees and soil. The phenomenon lasted several seconds and moisture saturated the air.

M. Maurice Duspree Cordova Spain

Vague New Trade Prompts Fraud Warnings in Merchants

An unclear editorial fragment urges merchants to avoid goals and push frauds and fake schemes aside. It critiques attempts to compel proof of work and suggests rights applications could block schemes, while questioning the pursuit of a smaller, abortive act.

McKinley Admired as Typical American Leader in Canton Tributes

Opinion across the United States lauds Major McKinley for modesty and eminent qualities. Neighbors’ praise reflects a patriotic career from childhood to the present, with telegrams and messages from supporters nationwide predicting a November election victory and a safe start to his administration.

Canton Major Me Kiotey Major McKinley William Mckinlay Catton Ohio Major McKinley Apeak St. Louis Major McKintey Republican Party McKinlay Qoreham Stocoto N. Yo Mail and Express Seer

Railroad Time Table and Weekly Route Summary

The timetable details daily rail service to and from Cuero Houston Galveston Waco and Corpus Christi with trips to Guero Bayaville Rockwart and Comfort Kerrville and Keregith. It notes departures and arrivals on weekdays with Saturday exceptions and Saturday radiations.

Ayr Tralyy Guero Houston Tentveston iWaco Baaville Rockwart Corpus Cuero Galveston Waco Fran Corpus Keregith Kerrville

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