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Newspaper
San Antonio Sunday Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1902
Page
6
A sweeping sale showcases thousands of low priced items across categories like Clothing for men and boys Shoes Women’s Coats Tailored Suits Skirts Waists Furs Millinery and more. The notice emphasizes bargains beyond the items’ stated values and urges shoppers to act quickly.
J. Scudder Ed Traey F J Scudder & Co advertise as agents for Germania Fire Insurance Co New York and leading global insurers with assets over 60 million. Offers fire marine tornado plate glass and bond coverage through Alamo Fire Insurance Building.
John Mockert died in San Antonio December 4 1902 aged 75 years 11 months Funeral from Yate residence 1604 South Flores Street Sunday at o clock p m Interment in Lutheran cemetery Friends invited to attend
Society notes announce Miriam Rebekah Lodge No. 24 L O O F hosts a grand social dance at Turner Hall East Washington 1902. Music by Theo Artzt and tickets 50 cents.
The advertisement promotes the finest baths in the South including plain vapor and Turkish baths with expert attendants. Chas Butler, proprietor, invites readers to enjoy hot and steam rooms at 405 West Commerce. Emerson & Co.'s urges investment in diamonds.
Yesterday L J Schuette appeared and gave 500 bond with sureties John Necker and M J Hewitt for receiving and concealing stolen property. The state v Virgil Gallagher murder case, August 1897, moved to Monday with 120 jurors special venue. No business in Forty-fifth and Fifty-seventh District courts. civil jury dockets to be taken up tomorrow.
Anton Kneupper sues the City of San Antonio claiming injuries to his wife after she suffered broken ribs when thrown from a buggy by a defective street at the Duval and Oak streets corner on October 24. He seeks $15,000 in damages. The county attorney filed over fifty new tax suits to recover county and state taxes from delinquents on unrendered rolls.
The county court case Holcomb vs Filley concluded yesterday with a verdict finding the sequestration value over 1000 dollars, voiding county court jurisdiction. The jury civil docket will be resumed Monday morning.
In the probate proceeding for the Corning minors, the report of sale of real estate was confirmed by the court, finalizing the transaction and rights of all parties involved.
County Clerk Newton reports a telegram from Marksville Tennessee asking if a license was recently issued to H J Hatch or Harry J Hatch and Willie Crow in Bexar county. Deputy Casiano was ill yesterday and absent from the office.
Olive Grove No. 157 at Woodmen Ciele hosted a prize bowl Wednesday night on Houston and Soledad streets. The well attended event raised funds and honored high scorers with twenty five prizes to individuals including Mrs. Wurzbach Miss Lacoste Mrs. Smith Mrs. Routledge and others among both women and men named in the results.
The approaching marriage of Dr. Geo Wurzbach and Migs Marie Mauermann, daughter of Mr and Mrs Gus Mauermann, is announced to take place January 14, 1903. The prospective bride and groom are popular young people of our city.
Farmers may swap new buggies for old buggies or trade in cows and horses. The option also allows sale on at J T Brown Implement.
Do not buy furniture until you have seen our line and prices. We can save you money offering competitive rates and a broad selection through Star Installment Company.
Former Speaker Reed remains in extremely serious condition as Dr. Gardner reports. Rep Payne introduces a House resolution proposing a Christmas to New Year holiday adjournment from December 20 to January 1. Pension bill advances in the House without price changes. London charges bill postponed due to Mr. Sherman.
The San Antonio Turner association marked its 37th anniversary with a ball and banquet at their Nacogdoches hall attended by about 200 members and guests. Senor Cruz's orchestra provided music and Alex Fues served supper. President Aug Briam led the grand polonaise with his wife, as committees listed Amusement and Ladies chairs organized the event. Tomorrow night offices will be elected.
A local advertisement touts Star Installment Co as a budget solution for furnishing homes. It urges customers to consider installment plans to spread costs and improve living spaces with affordable furniture options.
Mrs Bush of Aberdeen Wash arrives as superior chief of honor of the Decree of Honor. She addresses local members at the Red Mot ball on St Marys Street and outlines work and benefits. She has visited six weeks, visiting six lodges in Galveston Waco Temple Longview Dallas area. Deputy Grand Master William Staswell attended from Dallas and spoke. Mrs Bush plans to organize a grand lodge in Texas and will visit San Antonio and San Marcos.
George W. Stewart, post master at Luling, faced a federal trial for unlawfully opening another’s letter. He testified in the morning as counsel argued through the afternoon. A sealed verdict was returned last night and will be read tomorrow morning. United States District Clerk D. H. Hart departed for Austin.
West Texas Military academy defeated San Antonio Academy 18 to 0 yesterday afternoon at San Pedro park. The game started at 4 o clock before a sizable crowd including many women and boosters. West Texas showed strong running and solid play throughout the contest.
Vegetable vendors in the market house ask the City Council for rent reductions for January February and March 1903. They request a $3 per month decrease citing those months as the dullest of the year.
The Bell Jewelry Co. at 227 W Commerce Street offers reduced prices on silver goods and jewelry for the holidays, promoted by Shelf and Heavy Hardware Hou sing or Hardware Co.
Fresh from triumph the Olympian Comic Opera company opened its engagement at the Grand Opera House with Said Pasha. Audran Olivette followed and an afternoon matinee will feature Suppe Boccaccio. Tonight DeWolf Hoppers Wang is also listed.
The Confederate Spy, a two act war drama in five acts, is set for next Tuesday night at Beethoven hall and is described as one of the greatest Civil War military stories with startling climaxes and period tableaux. It features camp life, marching soldiers, and much comedy to enliven the performance.
Local retailer J M Dodds & Co advertises football suits for boys highlighting durable fabrics and affordable prices. The notice appeals to parents preparing for upcoming school sports seasons with a range of sizes and styles.
Unity lodge No. 36 of the Knights of Pythias held a Friday night meeting electing officers for the ensuing year. Names include Chancellor Commander J P Shannon and Master of Finance M K Tracey. Dr J M Cavenda and H J Carson were initiated as pages. A Mexican supper followed with speeches by J P Shannon and others.
Garlands are the best. Heusinger Cook stoves, a full one at lowest prices. We take your old stove in exchange, Star Installment Co., 327 East Commerce street.
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