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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1904
Page
4
A garbled notice references a fire proof stable on Garden Street and a livery hall, mentioning care for boarding and a general inquiry. It includes a campaign notice for Republicans and a boast about Postal telegraph services and competition, with unclear names and dates.
C R Hudson reports on Aransas Pass rice growing in shallow well districts. Samples from Japanese and Honduras varieties near Rock Island show favorable yields and potential seed quality. Shallow wells receive abundant irrigation, aiding drying and sweetness. Exhibitions planned at the Bast wea Men's lab.
The notice records multiple real estate transfers involving Tittman and Annie Laux to Abut Limberger, Sallie Affleck versus Green, Russ to He Mauprhoter, M. Blytenburgh to William Dyhunati, and others. Transfers include lots in blocks and townships, with stated considerations ranging from 228 to 1975 dollars, and references to book and lot numbers across city limits and wards.
A late 1904 Elks memorial service for Meade D. Detweller, former grand, was held in Harrisburg with 9 pm opening, a eulogy by Nat M. Washer, and remarks by Bro. Tobin and others. The ceremony honored a beloved member and reflected deep fraternity.
A large cotton gin owned by Felix Tornann on Palo Alto road was destroyed by fire yesterday morning along with its surrounding property. Estimated damage reached $2,000. Dr J Goodner and Mr Hyermann were notified. Also mentions medical and business notices unrelated to the fire.
This item reports a city celebration in 188, noting a grand festival as well as weddings and civic events. It mentions Martin Luches, George Schroer, Martin Muench, H W Chounwith, and others, with brief references to local railway corp actions and officials. The text is fragmentary and many names appear with uncertain spellings.
The Pastors' Union schedules a Monday gathering at the Young Men's Christian Association hall with an opening address by Rev. J. Weaver Moore on how to increase spiritual life in the church. A general discussion and upcoming business will follow as attendees hear reports and consider matters of importance.
Yom Blundell and his wife returned to San Antonio after attending the national convention of Royal Achates in Omaha as a delegate from Alamo lodge. He was elected supreme trustee and auditor of the national governing body, then they visited relatives in Omaha before returning home. Since coming back he has suffered rheumatic illness. Emerson & Co. Bargains offered at half price.
The past few days of cooler weather noticeably improved local spirits and activities. Residents had suffered in the heat, but the new cool air brought relief and energy. Trade conditions improved with clothing and face dealers feeling encouraged, and stores like Feagan’s drugstore in Navarro and Houston benefited from the healthier mood and demand.
A damaged OCR fragment depicts a dark theater scene with names like Billy Kersanda and mentions of colored folks and a negram figure. It references Watson White, car waits, reading baseball scores, and a tailoring shop with Fegan's Pancodat Konter upstatrs. The text names Albort's Visit and old stand but lacks clear context or events.
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