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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1898
Page
9
A fragmented San Antonio public square erupts with pro and anti candidates. Voter rhetoric targets Peter Jones and Balliway while urging support for local figures amid accusations of boodle and moralizing politics.
Military gossip reports the Sixth Infantry assignments to California or Hawaii while volunteers in Third and Fourth regiments may shift to foreign service. It notes Texas posts will host regular officers to improve discipline and that the First Texas Cavalry is to be mustered out by late next week under Colonel Hare, who insists on discharge on individual terms.
Aly Jack Says only wife have deken rolling on the bill with Mrs Cheeseman. Funeral services will be held at 7 40 the Pliny Stroul Presbyterian church and at the new Methodist church No 416 Montanaret. Miles Maggie Oneeseman has been ill several days this week. Franke family moved into Minarer's house at the corner of Dakotas and South Olive streets. A well attended dance last night by the San Antonio Mutual and Heurvonotl society. Max handaw Silas Matuvier planning a country hunt today. Mrs Fabre and friends from Cactus street attended pecan hunting last Wednesday. Residents complain of cattle rumsins fotse Wish nolay bells in their necks and ask Alderman Denny to extend limits from Sungetlyveck to Monumental street and from East Commercy to Nevada.
Weather observer HLH reports Sunday weather with a broad area of low pressure, central timing near the Rockies, and cooler temperatures across Colorado Nebraska Kansas. Central and South Texas see scattered showers. San Antonio notes highs around 73 with mean temperatures near 7. The bulletin lists trace precipitation in the past twenty four hours.
A 1898 railroad analysis estimates U.S. trackage at 294,500 miles owned by about 2,000 corporations, with vast wealth and car inventories and a call to improve safety. It warns parental authority shapes future citizens, urging mothers to instill moral discipline from childhood to curb social decay and ensure obedience to laws.
Lieutenant Clough Overton assists Captain R H Patterson with final muster cut rolls. Men are examined by doctors, and discharge documents signed by Patterson and Colonel Flare. Paymasters plan final payments, with Second Infantry muster out expected Tuesday.
The Maverick Hotel opens under the management of Mrs. M. A. Webb with a focus on American and European plans. No expense spared to make it a desirable destination, and the hotel will be open all day with baths furnished to guests at no charge.
A Mission garden fair drew strong attendance with lively booths and music. A two year old from Indiana Territory faced a croup threat and recovered after a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The mother praised prompt relief and savings on doctor visits.
A deed of assignment is filed with the county clerk by A W Bur ress for R G Ransty as agent. The property includes a stock of groceries valued at 641.60 and accounts 115.60. A mortgage and personal property items such as a horse wagon tank calves and other goods are listed. An estate lease and millinery shop on West Commerce Street are noted along with advertising for liver health products and a New Home sewing machine.
A fragment discussing the link between education and character, arguing morality and truthfulness are essential to religion and society. It emphasizes cultivating sound principles and moral habits, warning that immoral conduct undermines education and civic virtue.
An advertises low prices proclaims a wide selection in San Antonio. Lists include 26er Ladies Facinators, 500 Corsets for 29¢, numerous belts, gloves, ribbons, hats, shoes, and trunks with varied prices. Claims no brands superior, emphasizes value rather than ads.
Bargain sale advertises 2008 pairs of footwear bought by cash payment. Styles include Tadies' Dongola Heel and Spring Heel in lace or button, Boys and Girls Pebble Goat Button, Kangaroo Califin Button or Lace, and Men’s Lace or Congress. Prices claim undercutting $2, with many pairs valued at $1.50 elsewhere. Limited week sale.
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