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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1896

Page

6

Court of Civil Appeals wraps up business this term

The Court of Civil Appeals of the Fourth Supreme Judicial district finished sessions for the term and will reconvene September 2. Motions denied on rehearing in several cases from Bexar Medina and Dallas. cases passed to be considered with others. criminal and civil docket items include theft, forgery, and injunction actions, with various sentences and appeals noted. Real estate transfers and local court updates also listed. marriage license issued to Miguel Arniegk and Maria Tajada. county commissioners approve bond for a justice of the peace. Otto Wilke rearrested for forgery.

Court of Civil Appeals Fourth Supreme Judical District P. H. Hayden Saddlery and Harness Co Hameey & Ford Et al Bexar J. Bh. &S. Ary. Co Va. Jos J. Swhengy Medina City of San Berar Disrafan Thirty-Seventil District Court John Donahue Apoclonio Hernandez Otto Wilke Carrie Hayden Atking Payning J. M. Oden O. A. Studson James B. Magnoa Southern Pacific Railway Company Justles Court Lucy Trask Cornelius JL. Alvord, Jr Phi Julia A. Bissolt Fordy-Pieth District Miguel Arcniegk Maria ‘Tajada District’ Courtas John T. Mériean McCloakey

Baton Rouge Row Over Racist Slur Sparks Fight

In Baton Rouge August 27 a copper colored representative Cassacalvo clashed with black lawmaker Jim Bosson after a confrontation over allegations of racial identity. Bosson punched Cassacalvo, who then went to the mayor and state house to press his complaint as Cassacalvo attended deliberations in ragged attire.

Baves Cassacalvo Baton Rovige Baton Rouge Jim Bosson Daggeara Besson Gesson Atate Leg Besson Kla Jn

Seal of the United States traced to Prestwich armory

An article traces the origin of the Great Seal, crediting Sir John Prestwich, a West of England baronet and antiquarian, with influence on Washington inspired design. It details the initial committee, De Sinitiero’s sketches, the 13 striped shield, and the final adoption in 1782, plus notes on the reverse pyramid eye and later engravings.

United States Jon Prestwich West England America Washington Congress Benjamin Franklin John Adams Thomas Jefferson de Sinitiero England Scotland Jance Germany Holland Charles Thomas Loudon John Prestwich New York Herald Thia Aonl Daniel Webster

Clearance price notes for ladies wear items

A local sale lists reduced clearance prices on women's accessories. Readers are told to expect dramatic cuts on items like evening shades and sandals with color options and notable value reductions.

People blame old bosses in San Antonio county politics

The public denounces ticket bosses and machine politics in San Antonio and Bexar County. Voters favor strict party lines and separate tickets for Republican, Democratic, Silver Democratic, and Populist factions, rejecting dishonest combinations. Community events include Ernest Wylie’s performance, Rev W T Powell’s sermon, Indian church lunch stands earning over 400 dollars, streetcar fares exceeding 25,000, and a convention turnout of about 3,000 with a costly finish.

Hetter San Anto Lawlesdiega Ernest Wylie W. T. Powell Nettiig Atmut Ladies of Tha Sunast Lgee Senaa

Convention Closes as Delegates Depart for Home

The Baptist state convention ended peacefully with delegates preparing to return home. Harmony prevailed, and attendees praised San Antonio and the welcome they received, noting significant progress and a memorable gathering in Texas history.

Texas Alamo City

Vic Theatre Adds Electric Fan for Comfort

An electric fan has been installed at the Vic theatre to keep patrons cool. The notice urges visitors to call and enjoy a good show in a cool house. Also seeking a capable girl for general housework at 424 South Prev a street, contact 6 2738 8.

Vic Theatre Atkinson South Preva Street

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