The San Antonio light. (San Antonio, Tex.) 1883-1886, 1886-12-20
THE BOOM Is COMING.

How to Handle Land Investment in
Texas and in Mexico.
While the past presents a rather
gloomy retrospect for Texas, arising
mainly from u temporary shrinkage In
values occasioned by national depres-
sion and partial failure Of crops, and
many Investors have failed to make
money In the Lone Star state. there is no
question that the promised boom 10 com-
ing, not only for those who have hither-
to failed to make money. but for those
who are wise enough to see matters AZ
they now stand, and have courage to
make judicious Investments. As natu-
raj result OF our situation and progress
sion the boon" is bound to come. The
rich agricultural lands that be on all
sides OF US, the mines containing min
eral wealth that only need capital and
labor to make Investors as rich as
Cresus, must In time be developed add.
ing to the greatness Of the state and
to the riches OF the people. New manu-
featuring industries are raising their
heads daily, and the "ison horse" 10
making rapid inroads into virgin terri
tory, making their development not
only a possibility, but n necessity, and
increasing the value OF cheap lands;
moreover. national depression IL passing
away. and as the Sun OF Prosperity
gives the north and east a financial
warning, his rays must OF neces-
sity reach Texas and add to
her natural chances for prosperity
Wise men see the reality OF the boom
| that Ia coming and there 10 already a fair
demand for all kinds Of land, but such
are also prudent enough 10 seek an ex-
perienced and trustworthy adviser or
agent. Such indeed are Bradley Il
| Groesbeeck, who have their Office located
on Houston street, almost opposite the
Maverick hotel. This firm Ia In posses
sion of maps, surveys and abstracts OF
choice real estate In this state and in
Mexico. They are able to furnish In
tending buyers with information upon
property they may propose to buy or
Invest In and In many cases prevent
them from Imposition. This Is one rea-
son why investing strangers and the in
experienced should consult this reliable
firm.
Messrs. Bradley Il GrOesbeeck have on
their books many desirable lots In tho
city adapted for homesteads and busi-
ness operation. They have also farms,
ranches, and manufacturing sites Of
small or large extent, which have guar
anteed titles and can be purchased on
desirable terms. Whether the property
Is required for settlement or investment.
many bargains can now be had which
will In time realise bonanza for the
owners.
One valuable fact should not be for
gotten In the purchase or mortgage In
vestment on Texas land, that Ia the ex-
perienoe Of these gentlemen In land
matters. Colonel Bradiey's knowledge
OF Texas Ia invaluable and Mr.. GrOes.
beck being a practical engineer and
surveyor, has for many years surveyed
land In almost every county In the state.
He 10 practically acquainted with the
character and value OF the land In all
sections. Then again the firms knowl-
edge OF laws and customs appertaining
to land In Mexico and Of the available
lands for investment make them reliable
advisers on land matters referring to
either republic.
Messrs. Bradley & Groesbeeck make
arrangements for borrowing and loaning
moneys upon fret class security and or
the best terms. II the reader wants t(
90 either the one or the other, he Will d.
well to write or call upon them.
In conclusion II may be said thai
Messrs. Bradley q Groesbeeck are re-
liable firm, who stand high In this COM
munity and are esteemed as honorable
and successful business men. Business
may be safely entrusted to them, know.
Ing that they have the ability 10 advise
and the honesty TO do IL. II the reAdel
cannot call personally, write to them
Ii will afford them pleasure to ans vel
your enquiries and serve your INTEREST,"
] TO the best Of their ability.