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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1915
Page
4
A fragmented notice describes a trader warning that selling “Just as Goods” harms business. It notes risks from counterfeit branding and urges caution as merchants face a shift toward price and quality claims. The piece hints at regulatory or public pressure shaping store practices.
Report on a meeting of the San Antonio chapter officers and members to discuss restructuring, amending the constitution, and electing a committee. President Bender announced no immediate meeting for the reorganization effort and outlined next steps for committee formation and future sessions.
The text presents a garbled view of Secretary Liurrhun and a debate over military action and subsubject policy. It references a plan to profile a subject and reorder song restrictions, suggesting confusion about leadership and authority in wartime governance.
Billie Burke discusses temptations and journalism with an interviewer, denying any single profession’s monopoly on risk. The feature covers her humorous responses, the crowd’s reaction, and the formal opening of a new shop with Bonnell’s welcome.
Reports from New York on April 2 describe heightened naval activity and possible German submarine movements near the port. The destroyer Pricker escorted by escort ships is tied up with patrols at the harbor as pilots coordinate to deter potential threats and maintain port security.
Long list of travelers and visitors reported staying at the St Anthony hotel and the Manger, including Mr and Mrs Carl Blehers, Henry White, Max Friedman, Warren, Shannon, and others from New York, Texas, Michigan, and Missouri. The Texas Rail Commission also announced hearings on May 2 at Austin for freight revenue increases, resuming in Dallas.
The article discusses independents delaying entering primaries, with a Citizens League meeting to choose a slate for city offices. It notes petitions, party rules, potential candidates like George Murkey for park commission and ALT. C. Didaun for streets and public works, and possible entries by Paul Merschmidt and T. Wincham, while urging orderly, fair primaries.
A conference in Chattanooga gathers Indiana Governor Ra3s-Tton and state governors from Illinois Kentucky Tennessee and others to plan a cross state highway from Chicago to Mind Pi. Representatives from many cities and towns discuss the route prospects and advantages as part of the project.
A stretch of burglaries reported across West Commerce and nearby streets left cash, goods, and a whiskey bottle taken. Officers recovered some items after a glass display window was cracked at Duco’s silent. A Mexican man was arrested for a separate home intrusion and theft, while residents urged civic action at a public meeting.
Promoters led by G A Wortham announce free entertainments during Festa Week. One legged daredevil on a bicycle leaps 40 feet into water while French aerialist Mademoiselle Celestum astounds with wire acts. Floats and parade decor rise with elaborate designs and many decorated squinages, drawing wide community interest.
Report states the arraignment of a group tied to a broader election matter in Los Angeles Heights with noted involvement of independent districts and representative citizens. Polling equipment and civic centers across the city were observed, including Courthouse on Main Avenue, Alsut Kiphtn streets, and the Matagorda and Lavace area housing.
Voters in San Antonio faced light polling with saloon activity noted and school board elections held in Alamo Heights and Los Angeles Weights. Candidates GC Carter and TP Dashiel contested the county board seat as polls opened, with early counts showing low turnout and projections of around 70 votes total.
A joint Red Cross and Rockefeller Foundation commission sails to Naples aboard the Dyer Dine steamer to study fever and other epidemics. Led by Dr. Richard B. Sivan of Harvard, two members from General Gorgas' staff, W 8. Brandifer and Louis de Is Peng, accompany the mission.
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