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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1898

Page

3

Local Election Ballot Tally for County Officials

Ballot text lists several candidates for county and district offices. Names include Walton, Murphy, Campbell, Bee, Lewis, Leagler, Huth, Campbell, Meeronrdit, Mee, Ton, Caldwell, and others, with positions for district judge, district attorney, county judge, treasurer, assessor, sheriff, collector, clerk, attorney, and superintendent of public instruction.

Iegislature A. ¥. Walton O. Murphy J. % Camp Tarlos Bee Nig Ton Dow Burcesur White Caldwell Pr Ni Ne Instructan

Stage Twit Hh and The Press Praise Theatre Stars

Enthusiastic notices in Winnipes and Manitoba weeklies extol Harry Martell in South Before the War and Gertrude Kenneth as Lady Robert at Royal Hox. Cast changes, contract exits, and tours populate the scene with Estelle Wiking, Grace Reals, Dorothy, and Josephine Burden among others, while companies from Peruchi to Hoyts announce engagements and cancellations across North America, Alaska, and Europe.

Winnipes Matuitoba Harry Martell Gertrude Kenneth Lady Robert Charles Coghlan Putsh Avenue Theatre York Malone Madeline ‘Sthiller Estelle Wiking Amy Auive Gracé Reals Seleey-Shannon Dorothy Howls Mlane Greater New Fork Isdpyimds London Mies ‘Lewis Josephine Burden Jacob Litt Gla Kentucky Charles P Wilte Peruchi Kedent Nashville Hoyts A. Toxen Warn Yukon Alaska Willian O'Connor Jamez O'Neill Colorado Bir O'Neil Fince Kiralfy Atacison Square Garden New York

Uniform choices among returning regiments discussed

The article surveys historical and contemporary opinions on military uniforms, noting the effectiveness and visibility of colors from red to blue across eras and nations. It cites experiments by military experts showing visibility distances for different colors and materials in various climates and terrains.

Gard Valerius Maximus Stedhaasen Tna

Evolution of American Military Uniform Colors Through the Revolution

The article traces how colonial militias varied uniforms at the outbreak of war and how blue became standard. It details coats, lapels, belts, and trimmings, plus officer ribbons and cockades, noting supply limits and color changes through 1883, including beard and hair styling shifts.

Senrich New York Evening Post Lexington and Concord Bunker Hill Gome Keberal Patriotic Army England Comespun WU da Costae Cine of Washington

Registration of Voters in San Antonio Texas

Notice from San Antonio Texas dated September 1 1548 announces opening the books for voter registration in the City of San Antonio, County of Bexar and State of Texas. Registration will occur on the fourth Tuesday in October from eight in the morning to eight in the evening at Malt plaza, with daily sessions except Sundays. Registrants should provide their names and the precise precinct numbers for their county and live within the county.

San Antonio Tex Wexar Rome Doernss

Canned Rabbit Industry Grows in Chicago Area

A new canned rabbit industry aims to enter Chicago markets under the brand Electric Seal. The plan envisions large tame rabbit farms near Chicago, shipping millions of rabbits nationwide. European demand, notably in France and Britain, supports strong market growth and plant expansion.

Chicago Great Britain Chicaga Germany Belgium Trolland Europe Paris la Trappe France Bellgium Halland Charles de Grady Tie Firttatn Ireland

Exposure of Lies in Cop perhead Press on Vinlle Private

A clipped excerpt from the New York Sun recounted in the Herald describes the distressing condition of Delwyn Vinlle, held private in Lenop t off the Rough Risers, exposing alleged lies circulated by the Cop perhead Press.

Herald of Sunday Delwyn Vinlle Lenop T

Private Bell Located in Camp With Detainees

A letter to the Sun editor recounts Private Bell being found at Camp Wikicomt in a detained condition after missing since Cuba. Mrs. Bell protests a Herald tale as false, stating her son was not treated harshly and is well cared for, with recent notes from Saint Mary confirming his improving condition and expected stay.

Herald Bell Wismartine Cuba Ben Vanagangell L. 1 the Sun Delwyn Baltings Myther Son Newre Chicago Lie Montauk Slinatey Tilan Alontuk An Riday Santhitu Vinay

Hall's Great Discovery advertised for wide kidney cure

An 1880s style ad touts Hall’s Great Discovery as a cure all for kidney and bladder complaints, dropsy, rheumatism, and numerous ailments, with testimonials from users and a sales pitch urging readers to purchase from druggists in Texas. It also includes a fragment about an opera incident at the National Academy of Music and a note praising Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy.

Hall Auuli H.W Texas Berdwell Voxis Dea Itn Pedic Frazengers T Heanen Sygke Peoffler National Academy of Music Ferdinand ¥. Peck Chamberlain J. K. Adams

English jockey George Taylor rises and falls on turf

George Taylor, famed English late-weight jockey, arrived in New York with a reputation as a premier rider able to command retainers of 300 to 500 dollars. His charm and generosity won friends, but his career waned after neglecting form at Newport meetings, where owners reassessed his riding and influence faded from the scene.

Tod Sloan Two Continents George Taylor New York England Fom Faviah Alwaye Taylor Almont Newport Era Pat

Citizens' Ticket Chooses Local Candidates

The district slate lists J. Ly CAMP for judge, Thad W. Smith for county judge, Jose Cassiano for county clerk, Foun Wilkens for sheriff, Joan A. O'Conner for county clerk, Charles Ghin da for assessor, Joan W. Tobly for treasurer, Thomas Napoleon for surveyor, Howard N. Henning for inspector of titles, Dr John Plott for superintendent, race tickets for legislature include Ae Race and W. Kor, and various precinct and commissioner posts noted with names and locations. The card titles multiple offices and emphasizes party or ticket alignment for county offices and local representation.

Por Thos. C. Nlpleon Ann Howard N. Henning Ae Rarace W. Co Salpawiat John Brankil Cua Thad Tad Rhein Rood Joe Kohr Chas Rvlumans

Unclear Jockey Shuffle Sparks Turf Talk in London Court

Fragmentary report describes jockeys Sloan and Madden amid a forward riding shift while a London court hears testimony about a loan default by a shoemaker. The piece references Turf figures, Pall Mall gossip, and a boastful scene as legal and betting contexts collide.

Ing Hese J. HH MeuAvuy B. Applemtte Tor Taylor Pall Mall Jackey FOYE Uhlainius Sloan Ie Gazetty London Sloan Bog Istaalyle Juckere

Discovery yields cure for consumption and coughs

Mr A C Thawing of Marysville Texas reports being cured of consumption with hemorrhages by Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. He notes the remedy's value surpasses money and mentions bronchitic and lung affections also cured. Trial bottles free at TF Ismeyer Bon y drugstore with regular sizes 69 cents and 1.60 guaranteed to work.

A. C. Thawing Marysville Tex Klondike King Kius TF. Ismeyer & Bon'y

American and Welsh Tin Plate Trade Decline Cited

The Western Mail notes a sharp drop in Welsh tin plate exports to the United States since 1890 due to the McKinley tariff and rising American production. It claims American demand and protectionism harm Welsh makers, with the largest Welsh plant closing and planning a new US operation.

Shaye United States Exparks Coy America Hort

Rockall the loneliest island in the Atlantic Ocean

A fragment describes Rockall as a lone pyramidal rock in the Atlantic, about 70 feet high and 250 feet around, 184 miles west southwest from St Kilda, 29 miles from the Scottish mainland, with no soil or sandy beach and water depths nearby. Coordinates are given as 15 degrees north, 142 minutes west. The text notes it is a rock, not an island, and emphasizes its desolate surroundings.

Atlantic Ocean Rockall St Kilda Outer Hebrides Pont Irian

Rockall and hazards loom for mariners and naturalists

The article describes Rockall and nearby hazards Hazlewood Rock and Helen's Heel as treacherous reefs that have defeated landings since 1686. It notes expeditions by J A Harvie-Brown and others, findings on seabird life and potential breeding species, and urges yachtsmen to recognize the rock's dangers while highlighting scientific interest.

Su Wreepitona Mts Jan- Reroua Reef Hazlewood Rock Mull Sais J. A. Harvie-Brown Bar- Viglen Ieadines Acunmst Rockoll Troyal Irish Academy Iain Oh. Jeol Rockall

Typhoid Power In The Army

A commission led by Major Lee and doctors Vaughan and Shakespeare found typhoid fever in U S Army camps due to contaminated food and unsanitary conditions. They urged sink designs with lime disinfection, movable sinks on wagons, and daily cleaning to prevent outbreaks. The report cites Jacksonville Huntsville Chickamauga and urges broader implementation.

Lee V. Vaughan Shkespeare Sarkenny Army Pouthern War Department Uscape Arul Wilnssforth Jacksonville Huntsville Chickanawan Chat Mies Cammission

Dr Hatmaway & Co Cure Claims Prompt Publicity

An advertisement extols Dr Hatmaway & Co as curing chronic private and blood disorders with extravagant claims. It urges readers to mail symptoms and guarantees cures for many ailments, listing services in rheumatism, catarrh, skin and blood disorders, piles, kidney and bladder troubles, nervous issues, and sexual complaints. Office in San Antonio Texas invites free consultation, with hours provided.

My. Hathaway & Co Dinoreva Dr. Mathaway & Co Hatmaway & CO Alamo Blaze San Antonio Texas

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