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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1899

Page

8

Eight Thousand Attend Fair and War City Football Duel

A large crowd enjoyed the fair with races drums cadets and impressive uniforms. The highlight was the football game between the Varsity and the A M boys, delayed by travel, drawing a bigger crowd than all races and displays. Despite a chilly day the event pleased attendees and the prize awards honored exhibitors.

Sanskatonic Sant Anto Uo Ivins Frey A. & ML. Cadeta Varsity San Antonio Iivo Averconta

Varsity Triumph Over Agriculturists In Heated Campus Battle

A hot contest began at 2 05 as the Varsities dominated early and built a lead led by Russ with a late first half TD and Raymond Keller’s kickoff. The Agricultural team protested calls, quit the field after a dispute with the referee, and the Varsities were declared the victors. Both sides had strong plays but the Varsity defense and offensive drive sealed the outcome.

Apnriculturists Whin Russ Raymond Keller Kieker Austin Boys Tenn Vigskin Ike Pnar- A§attty End J Cources Fedr Rod Antol Ene Varsities Agricultural Tennessee Ay & MM Varsity Ieee Ryss

Races and Exhibits Highlight San Antonio Fair Day

The Grand Stand hosted a lively day of horse racing with heats for a $400 purse and a 2:30 race for all aged horses. Notable incidents included Redwood and Blondy, with Rollie Wilkes winning two heats. a distracted jockey and near fall for Colonel Simm. A running race offered $200, with Bulgarian and Bushfields prominent. The fair featured Maverick Clarke Litho Co exhibits, prizes across model ships and lithography, and broad attendance aided by favorable weather. Local officials and visitors praised the agricultural and stock displays, with Mayor Hicks and Ex-Governor Hoes inspecting exhibits and noting strong public interest. The Lyceum course wrapped with Edward P.uitote's engaging impersonations at the Grand Opera House.

Bhe Pura Colonel Simm Bilgarian Charlie DP Li Mascoti el Mido Tevika BR Q Ban Rusfelda Disturbance Magenta Tils Bushfields Ml Mbia Sofa Laughingwater Seavey Cap Lamar Trebor Eight Maud Moffett Vente Trilby Neon Edna T. Tam Bigbee Telulah C. Banker Green John A. Morris Alfonso) Tarte Cacar Rhoies la Ponters Sundown Hilchara Craig Plain Street Machinery Hill Eddy Dignowity Phil Shouk A. & M. Boys A. Kellar American Tobanen Company Old Virginia Mitch Merinicht Willcox Willbcox Fort Sam Houston Hospital Belknap Police S.42 Coley Havlus Siex Lamm Dan C. Bitter Blafer Fred Mockert Hermann Grossmann Little Sham Ie Grounds Julius Schuetze Agistin Fraderidte Burg S-nere Renslera bin, Corby

Social Evening At Fair Features Drummers And Cadets

The Drummers Versity Boys and A M Cadets entertained with receptions and dances at Turner hall and Geethoven hall. Large attendance and spirited host committee efforts highlighted two social events as San Antonio guests enjoyed a lively, well orchestrated night.

Turner Hall Geethoven Hall Mit San Antonio Blumni Meadames H. D. Kampfmenn Robert E. Moss Thomas H. Franklin Alteed McDaniel R. B. Green Carlos Bee A. W. Selligson Frank, Rennert George H. Pfeuffer P. H. Snook Marshall Hicks PC. Murphy P. HH. Swearingen W. L. Stiles R. W. Cubergen A. Goeth J. P. Lobban H. A. Biasr Desele Newton TIGT Ghawery

Gerefords Exposition cattle prizes awarded by Makin

Exhibitors from Sweetwater Henrietta Pattus and McClendon earned awards for cattle and hog classes. Prizes covered best bull ages three down to one year, best sow, best heifer across age groups, best herd and best single bull. Admission drew large crowds while racing cards and Sunday race decisions were noted.

Makin BM. Makin Z. R. Enis Sweetwater W. Lynna J. B.tkards Henrietta N. Pawel Pattius J.L. Edwerdy & Sons McClendon Lewis Tkards Levis Ortec Panel Udwarda Mrards Lowie Ikards Ikarda Thards Hest Powell Ikaria

Public notice of bond redemption by Bexar County Texas

The County of Bexar Texas announces redemption of Mexican Gulf Refunding Bonds issued May 1 1882 Nos 89 to 38 inclusive at $500 each. Holders must present bonds at the treasurer’s office in Bexar County for payment on November 1 1899. Published by order of the Commissioners Court San Antonio Texas date November 27 1899. Witness my hand and seal Treasurer W Tobin

Bexar Tex- Rar Mexican Gulf Bexar County Commissioners’ Court Texas San Antonio

A Practical Demonstration of Factory Benefits to a City

A city of 60 000 must measure its prosperity by manufacturing. The F Pr Collings Manufacturing Co occupies 3 acres with 76 000 square feet, employing 140 men and supporting 760 people through $93 000 yearly payroll. Weekly disbursement of $23 600 circulates into local trade, sustaining families and households. The piece argues factories anchor poverty’s fear, boosting local happiness and economic health.

Levee Exnaipta F. Pr. Collinga Manufacturing Co Artizan Sand 'Elothad Saint Wolf

Lost gold watch with chain engraved Harry in matte

Lost or stolen gold watch with chain, engraved on back to Harry. Call for reward at 219 Commerce Street. Last seen near the area. please contact with any information.

Harry iXatte Coimmerce Street

Advances in Turbine and Generator Efficiency

In The Engineer Magazine November issue J. Ky Robinson states that adopting efficient turbine engines will maintain high oil flow over a wide power range. This improves electricity economy and reduces generator weight by 40 to 60 percent, enabling lighter generating sets.

Lleni J. Ky Robinsson Engineertur Magazine

Dissolution Notice and Business Reopening at Sloan & Shelley

Mutual dissolution of Sloan & Shelley announced with W W Sloan assuming all debts and collecting all balances. Joseph Shelley states he will continue undertaker services at the former Sloan & Shelley address 210 St Marys Street Never number 10th. Also notes new pianos and organs sale by Thos Rogan & Bros with prices listed.

Sloan & Shelley W. W. Sloan Gro Joseph Shelley Faber St. Mary's Street

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