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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1896

Page

4

Georgetown Society Notes on Visiting Guests and Local Arrivals

The Georgetown society column lists numerous visiting guests and local arrivals. Mrs. MM. Co Menphilk, Miss Agnes Camp, Miss Sarah Wharger, Miss Pyarson, and others are noted visiting from Toledo, Jonesboro, Livingston, and nearby towns. Several families including Mr. and Mrs. Henrumont Ledvet and Misses Asstt Gahan, Mittie Pare, Antie Pare, and Ellen Breucke are mentioned, along with attendance at the Baptist convention at Autopia this week. Subpost and postmaster updates appear, with various relatives and potential travel plans detailed.

Sin Jon Walker Mise Sarah Wharger Enecka Springs aAvk Pyarson Toledo Ohio Lie Sid Henrumont Ledvet Tike Daugute Dwn Atcole Tottes Rivail Bathdax Jonesboro Avk Postauister Gahan Mittie Pare Antie Pare Ellen Breucke Syn ‘Autopia Stlaou

Musicians Celebration at Muth's Gurien Military Band

The event features Carl Beck's Military Band with selections including Reminiscettes of the War 1870-71 and national airs. Other pieces include martial marches, Overtures, and works by Strauss and Strauss opining a varied concert program.

Carl Beck Muth Gurien Spaugied Bamen Mawehs Ts. Firand Viennese Wondland Johann Stransr Thumeres Grrenbach Orpheus Rosenkrao Germany

West End Hosts Baptist Delegates During Busy Week

Prominent delegates from the Baptist convention stayed in West End San Antonio for lodging and meals with hospitable hosts. Visitors enjoyed breezy afternoons and evening waterfront activities, while streetcar service expanded to handle crowds. General Russ pledged support to extend waterworks and shuckentidge maings to West End, prioritizing community needs.

Baptist Convention West End San Antonio Jack Thompson Sin Aniouls Atreey Car Company Russ Shuckentidge -Maings West Jind

Funeral of G N Wveroun Held at San Pernindo Cathedral

The funeral for G N Wveroun was held yesterday at 4 Welk with a large crowd in attendance. Services occurred at San Pernindo Cathedral and interment followed at run Cae cemetery. Pallbearers listed include Frottellinre, Theo Gentila, Yoseph Quinn, August Pelte fon, TL J. Meyer, WL Paige, Nic Tadnes, and others.

WL Paige Nic Tadnes Active Ot “Une. Dewil Tenn Ber J. Loustannay Sartor Ar Custanula Bravonagel Ha. Guilardt Bryan Callaghan

Antedivision 1T Bicycle Races At Dallas Club Meet

The sixth annual Antedivision bicycle races will be held at Dallas Athletic Club with Light travel invitations for riders, aiming to support cement hauling projects. The event offers round trip fares of eight percent and features gate discounts from intermediate points.

Dallas G and Athletic Chub Altas K Argial

Mysterious Medical Ad Claims Cure Without Knife

Fragmentary ad from an old newspaper touts a cure for kidney and liver complaints, paralysis, sore eyes, and general weakness. It promises consultation and a mind eye diagnostic visit, touting relief without surgery at a specific street location.

Trouston Street Iis

Indictments Rock City Hall in Grand Jury Probe

The city mayor and several officials face indictments and arrest warrants following a grand jury investigation. Warrant service was delayed as the mayor and others prepared to surrender or seek bonds. Perjury charges accuse City Boxin Pancanst and Kalteyer allies of misusing funds and influencing an election through city work contracts.

Tighi Ter Tait Dilner Kallever Snake Mest Gemilene Aldermyn Heyine Moyer Hoesling Keown Kinlteyer City Boxi Pancanst L. A Marshall Geo. H. Katteyer Ottier 7. W. Wilding Oo. I. Walterer Awanise I. B. Tinedry Geo. FT. Kalteyer Aarod Elmendorf Henry Elmendorf Rinendet Sat Elierdhaat Z. T. Why Bimentory Mackey Ohargent Henry Burns Tie civ

Lawyers Candidate Meeting and Crime Report Highlight Texas Election Scene

An open meeting for lawyer candidates Aubrey and Carton Ree presided over by J. Cathy and others outlines candidate support and party unity. Separately, a Texas bank heist near San Antonio drains about $800,000 in cash and valuables after a large search uncovers a tunnel, explosives, and a hidden hoard, with suspects linked to the robbery.

Grand Jury Reports and Respect for Deceased Member

The grand jury reported after session in Bexar County Caseload, presenting bills against several parties and noting 323 cases examined. They visited jail and house of correction in good condition, and praised bailiffs for attentiveness. Also a section on resolutions of respect from San Antonio Lodge No 210 BPOE honoring Charles Gorly for his devoted service and patriotism.

H. Geem Bexar Oriol Cle Equity Houma Sin Antonio Lodge No B. P. O. Ellis W. A. Goslingheg Charles Gorlys San Antonio Hiks Das Eoryiry Jameson Nat Lewis

Colored Celebration Opens July Fourth Program

Citizens secure Liwurger's yard for a July Fourth event with a grand concert by the Glee club and Miesiro. Prof. Croom and Jackson lead, two oclock program features speeches by J. Wo Wit Hanes and others, followed by baseball between San Antonio and Spin field clubs. Second oratorical contest begins at 4 pm with speakers Walton Cane Me and others.

Liwurger's Glee Efmb Miesiro Garden Hanes W. J. Raglan Mack Henson B. W. Rollits San Antonio Spin Field Spoaly C. Bean Walton AL Cane Me 8. Cameron D. S. Motom Rey

Treasure diggers At Taftala Stork Yards On Lori Flores Street

Eight men worked around midnight at the Taftala Stork yards on Lori Flores Street. They dug dirt in search of treasure, actively engaged in labor, amid suspicions of hidden wealth.

Taftala Lori Flores

Fatal duel on Lexington Avenue court report

A violent incident near Lexington 1st Avenue left two men wounded and a horse killed. The firing involved Molivs and son, C. XN. iolmer, with Hy Special Wire to Swatey Tali, Winston, and others. Authorities describe a fatal sequence, with one horse dying and at least one person seriously harmed.

Swatey Tali Winston, Dure Molivs and Son C. XN Iolmer Matitituys Lexington Avening

Cotton Mills May Cloak Action Amid UK Labor Talks

Special wire from Lowell Massachusetts reports a pending agreement among late 1800s mill owners to shut down cotton mills if certain demands are met. Local belief holds Lowell mills unlikely to join a New England union move, with near unanimous consent not expected.

Lowell Mass Arkwright Lowell Mills Unanimaus Unaniwans

Diplomatic envoys of Tiapan and Argentina received

Washington June 27 The new Tiapan and Argentine ambassadors were formally received by the president and recognized in their official roles. Ceremonies took place in the White House East Room with Secretary Obey presenting the introductions. Argentine minister Martin Garcia Nevon attended with Vincent J. Consingues. Japanese minister Kishiro Atasai drew attention with a brighter ceremonial dress.

Washington Tiapan Kishiro Atasai Pelsisters

Discharge Granted in Registration Case of English Minister

Judge Pinkly today in the Cirenitegurt ordered the discharge of Rev. Sosenh hben Vows ell the English minister convicted in the Conmniat Pleas court for violating registration laws. The sodietment was faulty and authorities of Wancock say they will take the case to the State Supreme court. St. Louis June 27 The campaign team lawyers unanimously oppose the action of the two tierda cule.

Woledo Pinkly Cirenitegurt Sosenh Hben Vowsell Conmniat Pleas Court Wancock State Supreme Court St. Louis Cames Maneuyers Biaud Wegainac

British forces seize Wort Charter position in Bulawayo clash

Special wire report from Bulawayo states British troops have gained control of a position at Wort Charter after fierce fighting. No further details available.

TomMon Fame 27 Bulawayo Wort The Arabeles

Richmond Advance Dues Confederate Veterans Gather

The Advance on Richmond reports Confederate Veterans arriving for a reunion led by General G. De Leo and Texas figures. Davis monument plans progress as a distinguished Texas party joins the New Orleans contingent. Attendees, many in uniform, mingle at the Pickwick hotel after arrival.

de Leo Amy Tennessee Davis Monument Committee Orleans Richmond Davis United Confederate Voters Lowady Kwelley Hirst Brown Keeanie Hentengat Ny Rinke Revmennt Terghey Kennedy Binks Kenghey Itc Sunraprough Ge Harty G. Blyck Hrewha Mora Finney Walsitsborough G. I King Mason J. D. Scarborough Karnes Qarden Mexia Garrett and Daughter Galveston Parlita Wits Sghylenburg John Ww Gre Hegan Mra S Avon Italy Weary Rosenburg Dmrs Mats MacGill General Cabeil Katie Cabell Avr. Barry

Madge Yorke Case Jury Deliberates Murder Verdict

A jury in Philadelphia found James B. Gentry guilty of murder in the first degree for killing Madge Yorke Drisdale on the stage. The jurors were polled individually on request of the defense, and they affirmed the verdict. Gentry will face post verdict motions as attorneys file reasons for a new trial while remanded to the city jail.

Madge Yorke Mercer Philadelphia James B. Gentry Lal Madge Drisdale Maier Brooke New Year Gentry Tavel Sheri Typstar Jeter

PEE PARTY DELAY ENCOUNTER REPORT

A special wire from Minneapolis reports Dane cannot manage or attend the party due to his mission. The item notes the inability to attend the event and references the boy’s duties and timing in a concise update.

Souday Luhir Minnespolis Minn Dane Eleut Teycay Party

Baron von Tsunsmerstein loses appeal in forgery case

The Hinpive court at Teipsig rejected Baron von Tsunsmerstein's appeal in a forgery conviction. He was sentenced to five years in prison plus a day, and a fine of 1.20 marks, seen by supporters as unjust and by enemies as severe. The case sparked ongoing disputes as associates face exposure and possible further actions.

Uammerstein Laebor Spivial Herlin Daird Bor Batts Ummoerstelt Syd Power Fender Amd

Fever Threatenses Cuba as Havana Fears Spread

A wire to the Sunday Light reports yellow fever fears rising in Cuba with reports of deaths at the Marie hospital and expected rapid spread. The Havana city view remains unsettled and previous experiences are said to be unhelpful while officials respond.

Boston Atetear Wit Chikes Agnes Wits Consolis Bevicic Cuba Wallington Sagia Marie Havana

A Whys er Victory Over Insurgents

A frontier report states government forces captured three insurgent fighters in a morning action. The event occurred after a daybreak clash, with no immediate details on casualties or location.

Whyser Sunlay Light

Unclear text about ship aground and people

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a vessel named Cunard Mae stern Mabela and possibly an incident with grounding. Mentions Godnes's will and ar nek Chistes, with names like Sandy Stock and Turge Andresy Teck. The legibility is poor.

Sitamen Cunard Mae Stern Dutton Godnes Andresy

Race for the Queen's Cup at Hunter's Quay

The Queen's Cup regatta valued at 100 guineas began at Hunter's Quay with It a Ita, Ailsa, and Weitanite racing under Clyde Yacht Club. Second prize set at £80 for a fifty mile course from Hunt ers Quay around to the start. Listed start times include Satatita 10:30:05, Ailsa 10:30:00, Britanota 30:40:11.

Hunter’s Quay Satan- Ita Ailsa Weitanite Sangpeed Clyde Cink Stilodayer Hunters Quay Alowarness

Plan to Exterminate Across Boundaries in Joint Patrol Accord

Washington declares a special wire report on a June 4 agreement between U.S. and Mexican authorities to prevent hostile incursions. The plan allows limited troop crossings only to confront armed bands and requires return to the home territory after operations, with strict rules on border policing and the crossing of select points.

Washington Olnes United State Minestrato Atex Leo Unite States Mexico United States Aviny Yius Lisa Pont i Muebnent

Also Mentioned on This Page

Georgetown Society Georgetopyn MM. Co Menphilk Uniat Luckhart Wes Wunerat G. N. Wveroun Mayor & Dort George UW Kaltever Clty Boeincor Pangoast Hye Andy Lawyers Sal Antonio Howre Hawaii Texas Aubrey Carton Ree Auto Sda Kezelvel Cathy Seyptl Chatrma Hank Robbe Relbers Wester Pallee Mark rele _ berles CMAND Pordign Atchived Ileegatiz Registration Exemy Fastem JGRAY Mrz. Davis Crescent City Davis Monument Columbus Miley Woof Kerminier Lorpet Billy de Eli
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