City Notes Include Missing Dairyman and Awards Night
Sheriff Tobin recovers a deputy badge found at Alamo plaza. An organ grinder attracted crowds across the city. Julius Zander, a young dairyman, is reported missing from home. A bricklayer was placed under rest on charges of carrying a pistol. The First Spiritualist Society meets at Elks hall on Sunday with Rev. Greer as lecturer. Colorado street conditions prompt warnings to pedestrians. Mrs Virgil Reed faces destitution amid illness. Bolton Thrice Degree of Honor held its annual ball at Turner hall with strong turnout and music. Business Men's Club revisits the Southern Pacific crossing issue, Mayor Hicks presenting developments.
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Alamo Plaza
Tobin
Julius Zander
Aras
Greene
Harris
Spiritualist Society
Elks’ Hall
West Commerce
B. D. D. Greer
Colorado Street
Topez
Ruiz Streets
Matthews
Havin
Neumann
Virgil
Roosevelt Avenue
Sally
Reed
Wood
John HU
Bolton
Turner Hall
Hicks
Eotmeih
Excursion tickets expanded by Texas and Pacific Railway
The Texas and Pacific Railway announces wider holiday excursion ticket sales to southeastern states and major western and midwestern points in Mexico and several U S states. Round trips cost one first class fare plus $2 00, valid within thirty days from sale, with tickets purchasable December 13 through 28 and from December 30 to 31. details from HW Hughes or TA Teeny.
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Dallas
Texas
Mexico
Colorado
Arkansas
Missouri
Kansas
Iowa
Illinois
Nebraska
North
Ary
Dakota
Minnesota
Wisconsin
HW. P. Hughes
Ft. Worth
The
Pi.ry. Co
Bargains in orteek pledges and paper supplies
A local ad from SSUNSON & CO at 22 Hast Commerce Street promotes cheap offerings on printed wrapping paper paper bags tissue paper and related packing supplies. Readers are urged to compare prices before buying.
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Ssunson & CO
R. L.urnett Company
Hast Commerce Street
Plairmana
Fifteen Cents Light Ad Sparks Quick Double Money Promise
A playful classified note hypes a light want ad offer promising to double money with a small fifteen cent investment. The quirky ad, attributed to a local business, hints at easy gains and consumer humor.
Metropolitan Bar Sells Rare 1884 Whiskies
The Metropolitan Bar advertises rare old whiskies from spring 1884 including Old Crow Bourbon Hermitage Rye and Paul Jones whiskies. Distillery bottling offered with 1000 cases for sale and fixed prices for quarts and pints.
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Paul Jones
Metrougiye
Metropolitan
Limburger
Prop
Main Plaza
Wolfson’s
Narrow List of Personal Visits and Hotel Guests
Personal mentions include Mrs. Clarence Vass traveling to Nashville for Christmas and visitors from Galveston Fredericksburg Brenham and Laredo. A long hotel guest list from St Louis Dallas New Orleans and Chicago accompanies notes of funeral attendance and city social roundups.
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Clarence Vass
Nashville
Tenn
Lada
Collins EH. Brown
St. Louis
L. Collier
San Luis Potosi
Lizzie Vaughan
Monterey
J. V. Hampton
Chicago
St. “Joe
Frank K. Neill
Wheeling
W. Va
Bo Reedduriehy
Newer York 7
Allen
RhomasycWace
Paul Gilnore
Philip Robson
Miss Rose T. Tiffany
Grace Hobart Hatwery
New York
Pahner A. Montgomery
Phillip
LaMontague
Window Shades Half Price Sale at L. P. Peck
About 150 window shades in small lots samples and odds and ends from one to five of each kind offered at reduced prices. Prices listed 50c 65c 75c 90c and 1 with sale prices 25c 35c 40c 45c. Sale this week at L. P. Peck's big removal sale.
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L. P. Peck’s
Big Removal Sa
Directory of the Dallas Fair Promotes San Antonio Exposition
The Weekly Record notes a decision to abandon further annual exhibitions and urges San Antonians to back the International Exposition in the city. It praises the officers and board, cites liabilities under $20 000 and assets over $100 000, and calls for quick funding to secure a permanent, future exposition in Texas.
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Dallas
San Antonian
Texas
San Antonio
Exns
Forty Years' Torture Healed by DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve
A man from Geneva testifies that DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve cured him after forty years of illness. The ad claims relief from sores cuts burns and skin diseases and warns to beware of counterfeits. Bargains in cook stoves are offered by the J. T. Brown Implement Co.
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DeWitt
Haney
Geneva
Iles
J. T. Brown Implement Co
Local Advertisements and Offers Noted in Reading
The notice lists Carriz Springs Mineral Water as a family remedy and describes Gifts at various prices from The Bell Jewelry Co at 227 West Commerce Street. It promotes Caddo Coal as equal to McAlester coal, plus a call to trial, and offers furniture loans and a loan service by Hemerson & Co at 122 Solidad Street with both phones.
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The
Bell Jewelry Co
West Commerce Street
King Wood CO
Best Fitting Suits from A RIEDNER at Heusinger Hardware
Advertises superior material suits by A RIEDNER for men and women from $5 to $15 less than rival high class tailors. Fall in line and order. ladies and gents suits to order from $20 up. West Commerce Street location noted.
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A. Riedner
Commerce Street
Woman and Fashion Box Plaited Frock Description
A dainty gown made of figured wool or cotton with box plaits on the two fronts that separate to reveal a tucked crosswise vest. The vest may be further styled to create a revers effect, presenting a simple yet stylish outfit.
Childs costume features braids and stitched elements
Fragmentary description notes a child's costume trimmed with braid rows and sewn seams. It mentions folded plaits, gathered skirt attached to the waist, stitched straps and a stitched belt. The New York Journal is cited and the text hints at watching a forthcoming good result as light developments occur.
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New York Journal
Silk and Wool Mixtures Showcase in New Fabrics
The article extols new fabrics highlighting silk warp colienne, henrietta cloth, drap royal, cashmere and drap d alma. It notes the sheen of silk, velvety wool texture, easy cleaning, and superior wear compared to taffeta or cheviot, appealing to women seeking value and beauty.
Winter millinery promises white fur and ornate hats
The rooms show white fur trimmed hats for winter with ermité brims and roses in pink shades. Styles include a large pieture Liat with white fur brim and two black ostrich plumes, a buckle of French brilliants, and Alsatian sweeping sides.
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Alice Roosevelt
Embroidered Effects Highlight New Seasonal Fabrics
The piece describes new embroidered effects as handsome and suitable for use. It notes plain colors with exquisite shades, and newer basket verges and crape flannel as charming additions. These fabrics are lighter than traditional flannel while preserving quality and offering a wide range of shades and combinations.
Silk blouse with diagonal piping and V trim design
A silk blouse features diagonal piping forming V shapes at the front and back and across sleeve tops. It has a deep pointed front yoke with all over tucks, a tucked sleeve bottom with a scroll trimmed cuff, and a scroll trimmed collar from Mode Elegante.
The Habit of Lying Examines Child Behavior and Morality
The piece traces how a child moves from absolute sincerity to lying under social pressure. It argues that family prompts, later school and peer influence, and fear of humiliation foster habitual lying and dissimulation as a survival in society.
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Jte
His Sclemat Oath and the Night of the Candle Flame
A waiter at a large restaurant reads an alarming newspaper paragraph about a deadly accident where an intoxicated man blew out a candle and died from the resulting fumes. James urges reflection and vows to abstain from blowing out candles while the party seeks Bible guidance.
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James
Ana
Fishermen Struggle At Stream Ends With Empty Basket
The narrator recalls Spe Nat Nana fishing everywhere with flies paste worms and other baits but failing to catch a fish. Lomerard ends the day irritated as his basket remains empty, yet he keeps silent to avoid public embarrassment. A friend asks if he caught anything, and he replies with a quip about the 6:30 catch.
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Nana Shipes
Lomerard
Political intrigue and fiscal woes cloud city election
Theodore Harris withdraws from politics to focus on law and letters while parties quarrel over mayoral candidates. Rates rise and a mass meeting forms to plan a campaign. Alderman Silva Herman is seen as a re-election bid, and Chancellor Deutschman’s silence hints at danger. A $500,000 floating debt looms as the city seeks strict economy and debt management amid arbitration by the Traction Company and Electrical Workers. Judge John Clark resists mayoral bid, leaving the Express to chase a candidate.
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Mwyor
Seriou
Silva
Herman
Chantellor’ Deutschman
Hicks
Itas
Scrip Syndicate
Traction. Company
Electrical ‘Workers’ Union
Court of Justice
Bexar County
John Clark
the Express
Express
Clark
City election chatter hints at a crowded field for mayor
The Record praises Md' Steves as a coming city mayor, while The Light endorses John Campbell. The Express mocks a silk stocking Democrat. Voters weigh choices among Hicks, Bryan Callaghan, Varies P. Brown, Dr. Barker, and others amid concerns of a tight city administration squeezed by banks and the deep sea.
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MD’ Steves
John Campbell
The
Express
Democrat
Judge Glark
Aubrey
Terrell
Hicks
Ola
Banks
Deep Sea
frayi-Texas
For a Bad Cold Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Favored
If you have a bad cold you need a reliable medicine like Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to loosen and relieve it and to allay throat and lung irritation. Its soothing healing properties and quick cures make it a favorite everywhere sold by all druggists.
Local merchants advertise cosmetics hardware and drinks
The column promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla. Carrizo Water. patterns at M J Hewitt's. coffee by Lee Bond Co.. meats from Schneider. sewing machine supplies. pistols at Bond Co.. Caddo do Goal. King Wood Co. ads claim price and quality, with multiple street and product mentions and 25 cent Carrizo Water bottle offer.
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Heusinger
King Wood CO
It Will Be So The Vivacious Major in the Second Save
An obscure note mentions a vivacious major figure referred to as the light and hints at a second rescue or saving event. The text is fragmented with unclear context and missing details.
Peach Stones as Fuel and Fire Hazard
A Baltimore Sun item warns peach stones burn hot and long, with one and a half to two buckets rivalling a bucket of coal. It urges caution to avoid explosions and notes fumes from stored stones can cause faintness or a head rush similar to alcohol distillates.
Badger Fight and Preacher Stir San Antonio Crowd
A new Methodist pastor’s sermon denouncing the badger fight sparks city buzz as a Chicago businessmen event entertains locals with chili. The evangelist’s debut misstep attracts ridicule but he vows to avoid repeating it, while Texas merchants eye fresh spectacles to dazzle visiting dignitaries and reinforce Alamo City’s commercial cachet.
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Chicago
San Antonio
M. C
Alamo City
Texas
New Life Pills Claim Cure For Wide Range Of Ailments
An advertisement praises Dr King's New Life Pills as a universal remedy for dyspepsia jaundice fever and constipation claiming age does not matter. The pitch lists several drug stores and Garland stores as outlets and ends with a hardware note.
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Dr. King
F. Kalteyer & Sons
Geo. J. F
New Album Line Promoted by Roach and Barnes Co
Roach and Barnes Co announces a beautiful line of new and up to date albums. The display highlights fresh titles and current releases aimed at music fans seeking contemporary catalog offerings.
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Roach & Barnes CO
Local Hardware and Goods Advertisements Mix
A jumble of shop names and offerings appears including ALAMO TRUNK FACTORY COOK STOVES STAR INSTALL MHNT CO DODDS CO Harrows Stalk Cutters Heusinger Hardware Co E Reuss City Drug Store Emerson Co diamonds EMERSON & COS heaters J T Brown Implement THEO ARTIT ORCHESTRA phone 776.
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Star Install
Mhnt CO
Ll. Case
Heusinger Hardware Co
Ancient Egyptian Spoons From Seventh Century BC
An ancient spoon collection reveals fine specimens used by Egyptians in the seventh century BC. The items show metalwork and craftsmanship from early periods and illustrate daily life and ceremonial practices from antiquity.
Train directions to Asheville via Southern Railway
Public notice listing travel instructions to Asheville North Carolina via The Southern Railway with route pointers and agent contact hints for ticket purchases.
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Asheville
The
Southern Railway
MTL
Bond
Western Pass
Agton
Texea
Hoffmann House Bar Brings Pure Drinks to Holiday Trade
The Hoffman House Bar enjoys rising popularity under proprietor Kenney. It offers top quality wines and liquors for home orders by mail or phone, with prompt courteous service and reasonable prices. The shop also features a fine line for ladies seeking gifts and full box trade during holidays.
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Hoffman House
Rick
Tha Kenney
Ness
Kenney
Trimmed hats flood Edwards mil linery store ad
Fragmented ad copy shows trims hats and sales at Edwards Mil Linery Store 308 W Com etreet and Reach Toy Stores for footballs baseballs. Hardware and drug items are promoted by Hellsinger Hardware and Peoples’ Drug Store. Zizik Undertaking announces contact details at Noat St Marys St with new phone 508 old 171.
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Edwards' Millinery
Etreet
Zizik Undertaking CO
Noat St. Mary’s St
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Ellis Albaugh
Treas
G. Gahwiler
West End Lumblr Co
New Yard
New Lumber
Salado and
Leal
West End
Bollar
Eastman Kodak Co
Adamek Bros
Cor
Houston
Ave C
City News
Texas & Pacific Railway Company
Middle Busters Heulsinner H Re Co
China
San Antonio's
Carrizo Springs
Hemerson& CO
Soledad Street
Herveck
Aerweck’s
Winter Hata
Theodore Harris
Hood
Muth
M. J. Hewitt’s
Commerce St
Lee Bond & Co
Schneider
South Fiores Street
Vanguard
Raymond
Emerson’s
M. J. Hewitt
Byérya Dnop
Bond & CO
Austin
Woodmen of the
Kansas City
Sixth Street
Orry
Kas
Cardus
Carlos
Thedford
Cardui. Deuggists
Thedfont
Cardui
Garland
Heusiiger Hardware Co
Alamo
Dodds & CO
E. Reuss
City Drug Store
Emerson & Cos
J.T. Brown
Theo Artit
Tom
George
Jack
Chicago News
Ser Hardware Co
Barnes Co
Heusinger Herdwvare Co
Peoples’ Drug Store
Fing
Hellsinger Hardware Co
California-Nevada
Victor
viaRay
W.H. Baldwin & Go
Bradstreet’s
Dun
Y Company
Los Angeles
Cal
Argent Mining Men
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