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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1896

Page

3

Scorn His Brother M D's and Claims of Recovery

Grorg Brown of Texas writes to the Daily Lawyer defending his medical reputation against critics. He asserts extensive experience treating diverse diseases across many countries and criticizes physicians for ignorance. He recounts travel, treatment attempts, and his hope to recover without sympathy or aid from “wiseacres.”

M. D's Grorg Brown Tex Daily Liewr Thors Straud Ben Der Sir Harvey Jefferson Medical Colego Acres San Antonio Menger Fleming

Taylor Fair exhibits success despite lower admission price

Taylor Texas May report notes the fifteenth Taylor Fair Association exhibition drew large crowds and strong gate receipts despite 24 cent admission. Local businesses closed early to boost attendance, merchants offered free tickets with purchases, and extensive horse races plus several two and three year old contenders from Dallas attracted attention. Races include Williamson county trot and various pony and bicycle events with times listed for each heat.

Taylor, Tex Taylor Fair Association S Association Gide Ous Loma Alta Stock Farm Dallas United States Theeocotta Ruselitn Hhetroon Rilecbrite Onbof L.noleon Firat Wrosellie Brat Timara Williamson County Almond McGregor Jake Mine Tgoulah L Moore Acsond lTimo Electiv Josephine Maude Tinwell Hole D. Hill Gip Mat Cain Jim

Georgetown Boomista and Local College Expansion

May 6 Georgetown Texas reports M D Wolfe of Taylor's gin ships double deck cars of shoup to St Louis market. Southwestern University building planned three stories with modern improvements. Dr McLean received telegram about a $10000 donation to the building fund from a lady in the Tadlan Territory. Old building to be repaired and used as a fitting school. Commencement exercises planned around June 1.

Georgetown Susnar LrGix Tex M.D. Wolfe Taylor's Gin St. Louis Southwestern University McLean Tadlan

Syrup of Figs for travel and health relief

Traveling readers are urged to carry Syrup of Figs on every trip. The remedy acts pleasantly and effectively on the kidneys liver and bowels, helping prevent fevers headaches and various illnesses. Sold by druggists in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles. Made only by the California Fig Syrup Company.

California Fig Byrup Company

The Flat Built For Two

A humorous verse from the era portrays a couple in a shared flat urged toward marriage. It lampoons domestic finance as bills mount and the planned life together becomes a series of instalments, while the couple teeters between commitment and ongoing costs.

Looked meek but wasn't a meek old man on the uptown train

A gray bearded man about fifty reads his paper on a crowded Sixth Avenue car as a tough man menaces him. The scene draws shrieks from women and a brave athletic youth signals for action. The old man defends himself as punches fly, guards separate, and the train departs after the altercation.

Mx Urnybeart Oman Eighth Street Taocar Benwany Graybeard Mr. Grasbeard Mr. Craybeard Mr. Tough Mc. Graybearl Mr. Gray Mr. Grayheard Anno Mr. Graybeard Air Forty-Second Street

Fresh Fashions and Latest Adoptions for Ladies Wear

In Chicago a notice of new costume trends highlights lemon-color cambric waists with black and white accents, plaid ribbon turbans, and straw braids. Silks, taffetas, and crepon gain favor though Persian patterns persist. Descriptions include a yellow straw crown toque with a puffed ornament, velvet ear details, and violets with yellow roses in an ornate ensemble.

Chicago News

Indian Jugglers and Magicians Stun Missionaries Across Plains

An Ese witness recalls how Indian jugglers baffled Christian missionaries with feats such as growing grass from barren prairie ground and magical bullets. A rival’s fatal shot, the use of hidden bullets, and penalty customs among tribes are described, alongside other curiosities from tribes and a Portland water‑story. The piece also notes a recipe for cream puff paste.

Mississippi Anyeus Sian Patagonia Africa Fred St. Louis Globe-Democrat

San Antonio adopts dog license ordinance amendment

An 1896 ordinance in San Antonio updates dog ownership rules. Owners must pay one dollar per dog and obtain annual licenses issued by the city collector from March 1. Each dog receives a numbered tin plate or medal to be worn, with inspections possible at the city office. Violations carry fines, and the mayor signs the measure. Also appears an advertising note for bird supplies at 297 St Mary’s Street.

San Antonio Jenny Eupremone Attoat KR. Norton Clty Clark

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