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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1885

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Volksfest Parade in San Antonio Ends in Mixed Reviews

Early dawn crowds filled Military plaza for a lavish Volksfest parade with wagons floats and military units. Prizes awarded for best decorated wagon and military display, but observers called the event a failure and criticized organization and turnout.

City Cad. & Men Alamo Willie Hamilton Dad Lockwood & Kampmann Bern San Antonio San Antonio Rifles Belknap Rifles Cameron & Co Lone Star Brewery Fire Comey Fire Company Sunset Hose Company

Volkfest Program Shows Military Contests And Races

The Volkefest parade schedule describes morning and afternoon events including baseball tournaments, athletic contests, horse races, and a grand sham battle between United States troops and militia. Sunday plans anticipate extended activities with dress parade, medal awards, and fireworks ending the festival.

Morne Volksfest Committee San Pedro Lake United States

Fire destroys two houses on Acequia Street. losses tallied

A major blaze on Acequia Street in the Second Ward destroyed a house owned by Colonel John C. Crawford and a nearby dwelling. Captain C. P. Matlack, Dr. Powell, and Mrs. Howard suffered heavy losses with limited or no insurance. Fire origin traced to a kitchen defect. hydrant location delayed efforts. City assessor Gustave Frasch reports ward tax data and upcoming fireworks set for 9 PM with a varied program.

Acequia Madison Square John C. Crawford C. P. Matlack Dr. Powell United States Army Howard Colonel Crawford Captain Matlack

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