May 17 in San Antonio history…
1906 The skating rink at Electric Park was opened to the public and the sport instantly was established as a favorite among young people. 1927 A distillery on wheels was discovered by prohibition agents last night when they stopped truck with a still operation on it and five gallons of whisky.  The owner said he [...]

May 16 in San Antonio history…
1876 Telegraph communications are completed between Washington, D. C. and San Antonio, along with other military posts on the western frontier. 1883 The State of Texas buys the Alamo for $20,000. 1964 The Beach Boys make their first San Antonio appearance with a concert in Municipal Auditorium.  Other acts on the bill are:  Barbara Lynn, [...]

May 15 in San Antonio history…
1930 By 1940, the San Antonian may be able to enjoy radio moving pictures in his home, giant dirigibles crossing the seas with the regularity of ocean liners and another world war may have devastated the nations, a national expert reported today. 1943 Playland Park holds its grand opening in its new location at 2222 [...]