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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1899

Page

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There Is No Rest For The Wicked In American Life

A critical essay argues Americans suffer unrest from perpetual hustle and unbalanced work, urging longer rest with structured eight hour cycles, more recreation, and sleep. It cites public figures like Tolm Sherman and Joseph Medill as examples of endurance and calls for shifts in home, school, and state policy to restore vigor and reduce burnout.

Iit Equilbelum Dhak United States Tolm Sherman Gladstone Joseph’ Medill Tabor Aix Howe Torres Aimertotn Paronts Ultner Utcron Ego Nostims

Halls Great Discovery Kidney and Bladder Cure

An advertisement promotes Hall's Great Discovery as a remedy for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel disease diabetes and weak rheumatic conditions. It claims results after one bottle and offers mail order from Waco Texas with testimonials and manufacturing by AGL Solo Manufacturer.

Traubie P.O Wa To Texas Tex Waco Wester Flanagan

Cleaning System Promises Wardrobe Revival Service

A seller touts a new cleaning method for clothes and hats claiming garments can look like new. The notice mentions Blenim cleaning and a personalized service for ladies apparel, with an address at 18D Soledad Street.

Fort Sam Houston Camp Life and Parades Details

Fort Sam Houston details parade schedules and daily activities for regiments including Sixth United States Infantry and Tenth Cavalry. It lists parade times, concert routines, mounting, and landmark locations around Upper and Lower parade grounds with notes on the quadrangle exhibits and visitor restrictions.

Fort Sam Houston B. KR. Kelloy Sixthy Matto 2 States Infantry Sixth United States Infantry Fenth Cavalry Birat Artillery Post O‘i A. Om Viattors Quadrangio Contalng

Chiffoniers Showcase at Wroflson's Furniture Store

A rare chiffonier display appears at 8 Wolfs on’s Furniture Store in the B10 section, drawing attention from shoppers.

Wrolfson Furnlture

Turn to a Light Reform Debate in San Antonio

A heated critique denounces Mayor Hicks and council for pushing a forty year public franchise benefiting private investors. The piece questions secrecy, calls for reversal, and urges fairness to the City brewery and other utilities. It cites earlier rate comparisons and warns of ongoing municipal ownership doubts.

Denand Ileks San Antonio Aula Mide Ag ‘Ie Efeelieight City Brewery Tlicks Uwickr Marenwell

Old San Antonio editorial urges swift rate reform and bold action

In a defiant February 18 editorial from San Antonio, the author urges the Waterworks company and city leadership to pursue bold negotiations with the alty. The piece advocates a renewed forty year lease option and rapid project progression, dismissing restraint as outdated and urging audacious policy moves.

Frost National Bank authorized to commence banking in San Antonio

No. 6170. The Frost National Bank of San Antonio is authorized to commence the business of banking in San Antonio, Texas, by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. Lawrence C. Macray, deputy and acting comptroller, attests to the dated commission issued February 20, 1808, in the Garrency.

Washington, D. C San Antonio Bexar Texas United States Lawrence C. Macray Frost National Bank Lh. 8.1 20Th Day Ofebruary Lawrench O. Murray Ourrehes

Loss of Schnery. Wilbur Mincha Opera Company Ends City Run

The Wilbur-Mincha Opera Company concluded a successful week in this city last night. It paused amid unusual staged scenery, loading the set onto baggage wagons to move to the depot. The wagons were kept busy until the show ended, yesterday afternoon.

Wilbur-Mincha ‘Opera Company Ned Apedal Fvid

Texas Section Prepares for Spring Shoot at Vogel Valley

Preparatory work begins for the section in Texas as clubs schedule events. A shoot at Vogel's Valley is planned followed by the Salads club meeting and the annual state shoot in New Brown Fels on July date.

Texas Vogel's Valley

Smoker Welds at Hall Corner in City Electrician Contest

A report notes a dispute among local workers at the Tinlon lodge over the appointment of Frank Young as city electrician. The scene centers on a hall corner at Soledad and Vermanid streets where tensions flare during the process.

Miedleal Tinlon Weld Ane Soroker

Bucklin's Armcga Salve For All Skin Ailments

The sale offers Bucklin's Armcga Salve claimed to cure burns bruises sores ulcers boils eruptions and skin conditions with guaranteed satisfaction or money back. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by I. Kalteyer Son.

Gale Kalteyer , Son

Remarks on Meat Inspection and Qualified Inspectors

A lengthy critique argues for trained meat and milk inspectors rather than lay or politically appointed figures. It stresses veterinarians and medical graduates from recognized colleges as best suited to assess animal diseases, dairy hygiene, and meat safety. The piece condemns superficial inspections and calls for professional standards to protect public health.

Avery Ely Biteleess Vlkey Tye Imust Rollogey Brogresalve Hke Aiman Capebw Ulrusthig Aly, Lange

Dining Giri rs Closeout at Wolfson's Furniture Store

Several dozen items priced at five dollars or less will be closed out at Wolfson's Furniture Store. The sale promises deep discounts on bedding room chairs and other furnishings, with emphasis on liquidation of select stock.

Erie S. Wolfson Furntliro BNE

Charity Club entertains at Pringeton hotel guests listed

The Chorliy-ud was entertained yesterday at Pringeton hotel by Mrs. St I Bint. Guests included Mrs. Albert Doylue, Mrs. Ghas Janin, Mrs. W B McMillan, Miss Withers, Mrs. A Sell yer, Mrs. W S Smith, Miss Gale, and many others. Mrs. Walter Price won the dist prize, Mrs. W H Staacke second, and Miss Cole received the guest prize.

Chorliy-ud Pringeton St. I Bint Mescames Kk. U. Cuvherson Gi Nawten EL Digwiddle Welea Savon Gag Newell Anltt Withers Albert’ Doylue Ghas Janin P. J. Gewis Amos Graves Clas Vierlny Jett Belars B. McMillan Afrs Mies Cole

Workmen Yet Unconsidered in City Donations

In the dispute between the Direct car and Tight plants, city leaders lead a princely donation plan but overlook the benefit of the workers employed by these corporations. The Workingman newspaper questions the omission and calls for clarification.

New Departure. Gooley Re sister satan at Alamo Plaza

Advertisement notes the Gooley Re sister satan now under the management of Afr. W.G Barr formerly of Wharton Texas. Barr is acclaimed in Wharton and brings in John Foresolt a renowned bartender to run the front and back of house at the Alamo Plaza venue.

Alamo Plaza Afr W.G Barr Wharton Texas Iight Barr Bas Far John Foresolt

Disorderly man disturbs Marlita Avenue G neighborhood

A Marlita house on Avenue G near Houston Street became the center of a neighborhood sensation yesterday afternoon as a man abused his wife and broke into the martial home. The police were summoned and quieted him.

Avenue G Houston Street Ain

HANTARY NOTION Health Department San Antonio Notice

Health Department of San Antonio announces a house to house inspection starting April 1, 1899 to identify and abate nuisances from offensive or putrefying substances, offal, manure, or filth endangering public health. Owners or tenants will receive written notices with time to comply, failing which action will follow city ordinances. Health Officer FP. PASOMAL.

Health Department San Antonio Tex Pasomal

Pound Notice of Sale at Matamoras Street Auction

Taken up and in Pound on Matamoras Street around March 18 1859 a Spanish branded brown mare and a mare with a Spanish left thigh brand are described. The property will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at 11 o'clock a.m. on March 23, 1899, to redeem before sale. WD PRUSH MARETIAL

Matamoras Street Aaret Brenden WD. Prush Maretial

Emmett Carpet Inquiry At Welton Furnishings

Fragmentary OCR shows a local note about Welton furnishings and an 8 o'clock timing at Watts son’s Pur nitur Brora. Readable details are insufficient to confirm firms, names, or exact actions.

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