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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1896

Page

2

Grand spring opening and notices at San Antonio club

The San Antonio club hosts events and announcements including boxing and wrestling at Jockey club grounds, a grand spring opening of the Moke Millinery company, and various public notices. Visitors from New York and Houston join local figures W. W. Turney and Geo. Ne ville, with parades, lectures, sales, and community gatherings scheduled through March.

Goc'k Pack Chicago San Antexilo Rereo Phaetan Apely “Alalridge Alamo St Dai G. T. Sides Torraon George Morton Vernon Bunn Bras John Galloway Uricklayer Springfield Monterey Mexico Jockey Club Grounds el Smith Jockey Clils Grounds Wolf & Marx San Petro Springs Rip Forrd West Commerce Soledad Strecta Paul, Wagner J.&. H. Buck Fulat Austin Street Dallag Street Jockey Pay Grounds Tadge M. J. Lowe Pleasanton Southern Moke Milnery Company T. P. Robinson Merchant of Austin I Commerea Streat William ‘Thomas Wattson North Olive Streat Ile New Orleans Noko Militery Company J.T. Burnett Austin Sullivan

Wheat Market Struggles Persist Amid Limited Demand

March reports from Chicago and San Antonio describe a stagnant wheat market with weak trade activity and scarce bullish signals. Traders note reduced buying, large selling, and expectations of further declines unless demand improves, while shipments from Argentine rise and weather outlook remains favorable for crops.

Masquerade Ball Honors Prize Winners at Fyolsina Garden

The Fyolsina garden masquerade ball last night drew a full crowd as participants showcased costumes and good taste. Winners included Miss Josephine Schindler for balladry, Mrs Agnes Mylina representing San Antonio Daily Tadt, and other prize recipients for Bohemian dress and gentlemanly attire. The event also featured dental ad details for 5 70LD Crown and bridge work by Dr. Finkiray on Houston Street.

Masoner Geeangyere Fyolsina Mission Garden Josephine Schindler Wimbratlay Secon Agnes Mylina San Antonio Tadt Pitebar Chris Gelsloc Mmilitia Hertesbleh Porksback Mookert Wolfe Nixon Afra Mylius

Negro Craze in Atlanya Heights Tension over Ascension Scheme

Story reports a fringe religious group calling themselves ascensiontats in Atlanta, tied to a London newspaper cable postponing a supposed ascent for seven years and seven months. A leader named John Smith conducts nightly meetings, a mother left with two children amid fervor, and residents fear and mock the movement as townsfolk sell belongings. Ballard's Sorehound Syrup advertisement follows.

Atlanya Tha Elouta Earth Eba John Smith London

Republican speech extols historical party lineage and leaders

Major Chadtee presides as Major Peck delivers an address praising the Republican party lineage. He traces ancestry from Washington to Lincoln and Grant, contrasts with Democratic origins, cites financial policy and national debts, and salutes future leadership choices amid a rally. The speech elevates Republican achievements and urges unity for the coming era.

Chadtee Tt Mack Major Peck Republican Party Charlemagne William the Conqueror Luther Calvin John Wesley George Wastington Free Soilory Gram Democratic Party Calhoun Thomas Jefferson Bob Ingersoll Washington Adams Hamilton Lay Abraham Lincoln OU Os Grant James Jot Davis Grover Gleveland Buchanan Treasury Harrison Cleveland Barky Mmnelt Alfalna New York Glreauy Mateliles Minnesota

Baseball Briefies Shows Trails of Players and Officials

Baseball happenings detail trials and plans for players and managers around early season events. Washington Senators manager Gus Schmelz heads to Texas Star, Steve Butler eyed as umpire, Jimmy McKeaver practicing at Teague Park, and Steve Hutier likely to umpire. George Olarte seeks a pitching job. Masugor Brophy receives many job applications at Riverside Park. San Antonio players begin light drills. Buck Miller and Charla Hisey assist. Parvin, the main pitcher, to rejoin by the 20th. Most Senators travel by train from multiple cities including St Louis and Des Moines. Superintendent Micklejohn organizes park overhaul. streetcar company prep for opening crowds. Big Sunday exhibition may feature Mori Sam Houston or local talent. Austin considered but Senators delay until regular games start. Big Jim Nolan to serve as park official. Nolan’s move to theatre past two decades noted, no relation to Jim Nolan senior.

Steve Butler Gus Schmelz Washington Senators Will Ly Yexas Jimmy McKeaver Teague Park Ln Pletary Shore Steve Hutier Jack Pielan San Antonio St. Dens St. Louis Hurlington Des Moines Pittsburg Philadelphia Wheeling W. Va Celumnnts Rolllux Stork Gad Ba Hagan Jim Nolan Elul

Piqua Manufacturer Sees San Antonio Tourist Hotel Benefit

W C Gray of Piqua Ohio urges San Antonio to build a first class hotel to attract visitors and capital. He argues a 200 000 hotel in Piqua boosts the city and that stopovers foster growth. Gray prefers many small factories to one large plant, noting skilled workers and housing needs.

W. C.gray Piqua Eed San Antonio Afr Gray Tix City Lotarested Galifornia San Antonio Fa

St Patrick Day QuLabra tion at Beethoven Hall

The Ancient Order of Trihortiana marks its 17th celebration with a dramatic and musical program at Beethoven Hall. Notables Mrs Illgers Mr Kagel and Hilgars fatuous double quarcedta were listed among performers as Torbary Concerts Company presented its second city concert to a large cultured audience. The program was varied and the company received an ovation from delighted listeners.

St. Patrick's Day Order Trihortiana Beethoven Hall Beethoven Magnnorchar Hall Torbary Concers Thay

Confederate Veterans Elect Officers At Johnston Camp 145

A meeting of the Albert Sidney Johnston camp No 145 United Confederate Veterans was held in Shafer and Bradun's hall last night. Captain Morrill Poor presided and J. C. Garrway was secretary. Officers for the Insular year were elected: Commander Hart Mussey First Lieutenant Commander Rooe Stephenson Second Lieutenant Commander James Cullimora Lieutenant Commander M. Alley Adjutant V W Sloan Treasurer T B McGinlor Officers of the Day C Sinesman Vidette Eldenbear Color Bearer J by Fitzgerald Frustoss W & Wallsee T P Smith W H Hennessy Chaplain K F Chaffin A vote of thanks to retiring officers was given. Col J C Cack offered a resolution on belligerency and Independence which was adopted unanimously.

Guban Albert Sidney Johnston Confeders Shafer & Bradun Morrill Poor Catone J. C. Garr M. 0. Alley VW. Sloan T. B. McGinlor C. Sineesman C. Eldenbear J. By. Fitzgerald Frustoss W. &. Wallsee T.P. Smith K. F. Chaffin J.C. Cack Chia

New York Stock Letter from Alamo Brokerage Opens San Antonio Trading

Wall Street mixed and dull as stock market shows uneven activity in New York and San Antonio. Daly notes continued liquidation pressure and dissension rumors at a major firm. General Electric gains on possible profitable contracts while A C O Pid declines on a weak financial statement and stock is temporarily suspended. Hochcomunt directory moves up as investors cover shorts. The market remains firm on cov ering by traders.

New York Wall Street General Electric Hochcomunt of & Directory Attpany

FRIO COUNTY and Seguin Notes Lightly Cover Local Happenings

Frio County notes report visits by Judge John Biyang and son Solio from Alabama and Virginia, Cragek returning from Washington, Iris Edamstone home from tana, and J A Blackburn plus mother from Hallettsville. Local court hearigns, cattle theft case bonds set at 500, Blanche Huge back from Dilley, hail and heavy farmland impact near Peareall. Seguin column notes Anton Braden’s death, long funeral procession, frost risk to crops, Governor Ireland news, and visits by local residents to aid Governor's affairs.

Liew Pearsall Texas John ‘Ty. Biyang Solio Alabama Virgina RB. L. Cragek Washington, D. C Iris Edramstone Tana J. M. Johnson T. J. Johnson Blanche Huge Dilley Shu Hing Vaiva Tha Peareall Tha Frio County Democrata Congress Capt B. L. Crouch Capt. Crouch Frlo County Thie County Seguin Lionr Spedal Anton Braden Hila Ireland Lees Eugene Nolte San Antonio FE. F. Cottin Hidden J.e.buchanan

Madame Willows Beauty Class Attracts Notable Ladies

The event drew Margo and stylish Audiones among attendees. Many women have joined the physical culture class, seeking treatment for skin blemishes and general wellness. A promotional offer includes consultation and a brief trial, encouraging all ladies to try the featured Portusardy treatment.

Margo Ray 'Do Li Yoncestko

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