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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1896
Page
8
The piece decries extravagant and corrupt county and city governance and urges reform through non party slates. It champions honest, economical local administration and calls for a constitutional oath of office to root out bribery and disqualify those who seek public office with improper payments. It argues reform should begin with the oath and voter verification of candidates.
Uniondale Pa resident Mr A Thorian relates how his family uses Chamberlain's Pain Balm for sore throat with speedy relief in every instance. The ad notes Pain Balm also cures rheumatism sprains and bruises and promotes 95 and 50 cent bottles available from druggists.
Extensive preparations for a Jubilee service at Trinity M E church occur at 11 o clock to celebrate lifting a 2929 dollar mortgage on the church property. A new organ is installed and Rev Selle will speak on the work accomplished. Revival services follow at 417 80 p m with strong interest.
Notice invites cockfights with $10 $25 or $50 prizes. Persons with fighting cocks are asked to call at the Western Star saloon cockpit, 01 West Commerce Street. No one is barred.
The Ivy Social Club hosts the Forty Grant Anniversary Ball at Mission Garden Hall Salar on November 21. Theo Artes Orchestra will provide music. Tickets available from club members, at Mission Garden, or from Thos. H. W. Clark at Tips Hardware Co. Be sure to attend.
Church notices from various denominations in the city list times for services. Jubilea morning service at 11 with dinner, revival at 7:30 led by Rev. Selle. Includes Presbyterian, Cumberland, Episcopal, Baptist, Lutheran, Christian Scientist, and Colored churches with Sunday school, prayer meetings, and special events.
An advertisement promises to cure a cold in one day using laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It claims a full refund if it fails and lists a price range of 25 to 156 cents, with all druggists offering the remedy.
The probate court of Mexare County Texas appoints E. Kanon as administrator with will annexed of Otto Kramer deceased. Creditors must present claims as required by law. Address: San Antonio Texas.
A citizen lauds H O Skinner as a suitable mayoral candidate, citing youth, business experience, energy, and an economical, progressive adminstration. The writer notes consensus among leading city figures that Skinner is the ideal choice for the hour.
All pledges not redeemed this week will be sold. Call for bargains. Unredeemed pledges sold for less than metal values. Respectfully, A. Jose to, 10 46 Im 227 W. Commerce St.
A burglary occurred yesterday afternoon at Mr Schultz’s residence 410 Brooklyn avenue shortly after noon during the family’s absence. Thieves stole 167 dollars from a work basket and took some clothing items. The city notices include an unrelated ad for Bromo Quinine tablets promising a refund if they fail to cure a cold.
The mayor's office will open bids or announce a grading and macadamizing project along South Medina street from Ji Paso to Vera Cruz street tomorrow at noon. The action focuses on street improvements and urban infrastructure timing.
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