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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1885

Page

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Victor Hugo Dies In Paris At Age Of Seventy Nine

Paris mourns as Victor Hugo dies after a long illness. Government to stage a state funeral with civic honors. Hugo’s manuscripts and burial arrangements linked to the Republic are being arranged while Paris newspapers publish notices of the poet’s passing.

Paris Victor Hugo Chamber of Deputies M. Hugo France Republic Gindbert Hugo M. Lockroy Bennett M. Lleroye Srisson Quinuc Brilliant Porsgrund Bayard Anderson Drobak Metis Mary Louise Newcastle Griff New York Liverpool

Government post plans show $300000 barracks and quarters

Liam’s representative toured the Government post with Major Lee reviewing drawings for new barracks and officers’ quarters. Major Lee, an expert architect, plans to allocate the $75,000 current appropriation to optimize the project and press for further Congress funding. Opening Grayson street is urged to cut stone-hauling distance and boost city growth and tax receipts.

Liam Government Lee Major Lee San Pedro Springs San Antonio

Serenade Interrupted by Donkey Chorus On South Flores

A man strolling down South Flores last night rehearsed a serenade for his lady love. His loud singing carried for blocks until a wakeful donkey brayed in reply, silencing the street and prompting quick, laughter-filled footfalls as he moved on past amused homes.

Flores Street

Personal Points From Hotel Corridors and Guests

Mr. Morris Jacoby of Fort Clark and Mr. Morris Friedman have arrived in the city from Fort Clark and New Orleans respectively. A long list of travelers including Frank Dignowity of Brackett, Charley Limke of Encinal with horses, and many others such as T. C. Case, James Miller, J. D. Alden, Dr. J. Souter, and Captain Charles I. Pettit are noted as staying at the Menger hotel while visiting, touring, or transacting business in the city.

Morris Jacoby Fort Clark Morris Friedman New Orleans Atlanta Frank Dignowity Brackett Charley Limke Encinal Charles Cresson Kingsbury T. C. Case New York Menger James Miller Thurston J. D. Alden Fr. Waldrow St. Louis John T. Eichberg J. ¥. Souter U. S. Army F. A St. Augustine Miss Robertson San Francisco John O. Cummings Lowell W. Kesey Denver D. C. McKadden OU. T. Carroll Edward Gilhean Texas A. C. Stoddart L. M. Molurg Forgnay Eng D. K. Bell H. Schooke Baltimore John McCoy Rochester

Ditch Bathers Challenge San Pedro Ordinance

A report notes many boys bathe in the San Pedro ditch near San Pedro springs, violating local ordinance. Residents fear exposure to passersby and contamination of water used for cooking and drinking by numerous nearby families.

San Pedro San Pedro Springs

Man plans $25,000 suit after railroad bath incident

Harry Baum caught a severe cold after an involuntary bath from a leaking water tank while waiting for a freight train. He alleges damages of 25 000 dollars against the railroad, claimed avoidable by a 25 cent remedy in San Antonio.

Harry Baum Harry San Antonio

Pleasant social at Madison Square church hosts

The Young People’s Society at Madison Square Presbyterian Church held a pleasant social at Mr W E Hilton’s residence 498 San Pedro Avenue. Songs solos and recitations plus a general good time marked the evening. Mrs Hilton and her daughter Miss Annie Koessly earned special praise for their hospitality.

Young People's Society Madison Square Presbyterian Church W. E. Hilton San Pedro Avenue

Local soap maker showcases Magnolia and more at Licht

George Lachappelle Esaq displayed a large box of his own soap brands at the Licht this morning. Favorites included Magnolia Cotton Seed Durable Favorite Eureka Laundry and Family. He is noted as a enterprising city manufacturer helping trade and wealth grow.

George Lachappelle Esaq Licht Magnolia Eureka Mr. Lachappelle

English champion Gwynne Price to duel Penrose for $250

Gwynne Price the English champion wing shot will meet H A Penrose at San Pedro Base Ball grounds tomorrow. Price calls Penrose the finest shot he has faced, but expects to win. Large bets have been placed and a strong crowd is expected to witness the event.

Gwynne Price H A. Penrose San Pedro Price Penrose

River trade and rail routes split Texas towns Austin or San Antonio

The passage argues the southern Colorado river counties could route commerce to Austin via the Austin and North Western narrow gauge or to San Antonio via a northwest road. If San Antonio wins the contest it would gain vast territory not currently theirs, while Austin must strike to keep pace and reclaim counties shifted to Galveston by the Santa Fe. The outcome hinges on which town secures the preferred line.

Colorado River Blanco Galveston Santa Fe Austin Or San Antonio

Sanitary and vagrancy fines and case dismissals

Robert Ellis fined 1 for sanitary ordinance violation. Mike Flanagan fined 2 for bathing in the San Antonio river within city limits. Timothy Tickman fined 5 or 10 days for vagrancy. G Lugo fined 5 for drunkenness. Domingo Quintero and Caroline Hay wood, for disturbing Sylva Adams peace, were dismissed. J McGowan continued for Louis Christoph strike. Harvey fined for sanitary violation. Picket list of hotel staff and others charged with sanitary violations dismissed after compliance. L W Earnest & Co continued for vault work at ceaspoon site. Operas cigarettes remain the popular choice at a popular price.

Robert Ellis Mike Flanagan San Antonio Timothy Tickman G. Lugo Domingo Quintero Caroline Haywood Sylva Adams J. McGowan Louis Christoph Harvey J. P. Hickman Southern Hotel C. Davis Menger Max Herrmann Maverick Hotel Louis Bergstrom Hide Yard L. W. Earnest & Co Vance Hotel

Real Estate Bustle with Bargains in San Antonio Listings

Local firm offers numerous properties for quick sale including a two bedroom frame houses on Cameron street 50x240 foot lots near the West Commerce depot and a 16 acre ranch 13 miles east of San Antonio with dwelling and tenant house. Also extensive farms 160 acres 320 acres and a spacious 11 room house on a central East Houston Street location with favorable rent terms.

Government Hill Cameron Street San Marcos Street Avenue B Sixth Street Concho Street Nolan Hackberry Streets Round House G. N. KR West Commerce Street Levy San Antonio Texas Houston Street Weat Commerce Street North Flores Street

Bargain sale of restaurant fittings and furnishings

A restaurant outfit consisting of all furniture built of lumber includes a cook range counter show cases tables chairs and a piano. The items will be sold at a bargain.

Vehicles for Sale From Local Advertiser

A double seated family carriage Eastern make leather top priced at 350 dollars. Also a single harness and shaft. A one horse spring wagon in good condition for pulling or express purposes priced bargain. A trump seat buggy offered at a bargain.

Property Wanted Near San Antonio River

Twenty acres of land on the San Antonio river sought within four to five miles of city limits.

San Antonio

Money Wanted On The Best Real Estate Securities

A short real estate investment notice seeks funds by offering stakes in select property securities. Investor guidance emphasizes favorable terms and secure portfolio diversification within a trusted market segment.

Loans Negotiated On Approved Securities For Borrowers

Loans negotiated in sums tailored to borrowers on approved securities. The notice outlines flexible amounts based on asset quality and collateral, aiming to match borrower needs with lender risk.

Purchasing Agency Offers Direct Mail Shopping Service

An agency invites distant buyers to order Dress Goods Clothing Hats Milnow or Crocked Glassware Foots Shoes or Hardware for delivery at wholesale prices. They state commissions are paid by the wholesaler, not the buyer, saving travel costs and giving buyers the advantages of in person shopping. They offer freight rate information on request.

Colton & Bolton Auctioneers Offer Weekly Sales in Texas

Largest West Texas auction house advertises consignments and outside sales focus. Fine display rooms invite buyers with auctions every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday at 2 4 and 6 West Houston Street.

West Texas

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