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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1885
Page
1
A man, barefoot and masked by a shirt, lies dead after a brutal attack near the upper pump-house by the San Antonio River. Police and a jury inspect the body as decomposing quickly. identifications fail and an inquest is set for this afternoon.
About a mile from Fort Pillow four men quarrel over a mule burial. The mule dies of heart disease they claim, while two Black men argue with white onlookers. The mule unexpectedly revives, leaving the group stunned as we ride away in disbelief.
M San Pedro Texas October 20 1885 the contract for building the joint city and county hospital has been signed by Mayor Callaghan and the contractors Messrs Niggli and Witte to day A bond of 13009 with Martin and Schrover and Colonel H B Andrews as sureties was given for completion by September 1 1886 Construction to begin tomorrow under the supervision of architects Messrs Wahrenberger and Beckmann
A Chicago Tribune line mocks the idea of New York raising a monument to McClellan and notes public willingness to fund grand projects has faded in the past year. The comment reflects skepticism about large civic memorials.
A blaze in Calaveris neighborhood completely destroyed Hildebrandt's cotton gin on Saturday along with 250 bales of cotton from nearby farmers and 200 cords of wood. Loss is estimated at $25,000 with no insurance. Officials suspect arson amid local ethnic tensions following Dolores Nunez's death and Fred Hildebrandt's forgery arrest. Adjutant General King heads to Houston to aid in quelling possible disturbances tied to Knights of Labor strike. In Austin a request asks which Texas newspaper outside Austin has the largest daily circulation.
The Capital Rifle Club stage two day event in Austin drawing modest attendance and fine shooting. San Antonio team secured top prize in the sweepstake and captured a 400 yard prize silver cup while state officers formed the new State Rifle Association. Officers include Captain MacMans of Austin president and W Brown of Austin secretary with trustees from San Antonio New Braunfels Brenham and Round Top.
An early afternoon fire consumed the dwelling and stables of Mr. Christian Schaezler, cashier of Groos's bank, near the Government Depot. The blaze also razed two Bartly properties and damaged a saloon residence. Fire engines struggled to contain the flames as troops used Government water to shield officers quarters. Estimated losses range from 8000 to 310,000 with insurance details unknown.
Olive Ann Washington and L T A Washington sell a one third share of 75 acres north of Main plaza by the San Antonio River for 250 dollars to William Kearney. L W Croucher sells lot 5 block 1 subdivision No 3 range 3 district 1 for 50 dollars to Phoebe A Swicher. H T Engelhart sells lots 5 6 and 7 block 4 west of San Pedro Creek for 800 dollars to J S Gillet.
A garbled update notes Spahn declining to plead guilty to a soft impeachment while a bakery clerk changes hands in the future. The Lieur congratulates Wagner baby and even Spahn as they fare well amid unclear events.
The report lists Wheat firm for December and 8&4, Corn firm for December 2, Pork Brm Jeouncy 9.57%, Lord firm January 6.17%, and receipts of Wheat 47,090 bushels and Corn 5,20 bushels. Shipments include Wheat 21,000 and Corn 23,00 bushels. Hog stock 9,000 head. Prices in Liverpool and New York noted with dull spot markets and futures steady. Opera Puffs noted as popular cigarettes at common price.
County Court viewed a sheriff ballot with candidates McCall Lewis and Bader. Nat Lewis secured the majority and was declared sheriff. Also noted were committee appointments for Captain Ed Stevens death and the Fifth Anniversary Ball of the Young Men's Beneficent Association at Casino hall with 100 couples and fine music by Salas’ band.
W H Howard retired editor of the Daily Corpus Christi Critic launches a new paper named Times at Carrizo Springs with first issue expected around the 20th. The veteran editor promises a representative, readable journal that Carrizo Springs residents can support and be proud of.
County Commissioners will hold an election for Justice of the Peace with seven candidates. The list starts with C. M. Barnes, a Express reporter, followed by John C. Crawford and others including W. H. Huston C. F. Kreger W. G. M. Samuel William Edgar and O. Pettipain. The Licar notes Barnes, seen as sober and capable, would bring justice if elected.
A colored man named McAllister sought to file an affidavit against a rival of his race for an attempted pocket pickpocket in the same hotel room. Justice Anton Adam found the account too vague and did not take the affidavit. M Garza was appointed to the police force. No notable action occurred in the Federal Court this morning. Walter Daniel and Josephine Raymond obtained a marriage license. The civil docket today had 49 cases with 12 continued and set for trial. sixteeen cages were adjudicated. Ben Tisdale, a night watchman, was arrested on an attachment from Laredo for theft of a watch. Walter Pleasants and H. H. Hunt dueled on Soledad street over a bill, Hunt fined. The Bandit King attended the opera house to a large crowd, delivering sensational entertainment with strong audience approval. Potts cigarettes advertised by first-class dealers.
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