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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1916

Page

2

Parade Arrangements Complete for Fiesta Week Show

Fiesta week parade preparations are complete with more than 40 features planned. Max Blum and J R Sprague oversee committees at the Travis Club as 26 features are already worked out including 17 autos and 12 marching men, with hundreds of signs and a grand parade on Avenida. 60 Rotary and lodge members vow participation, Imperial Russian Ballet to perform, coronation set for Monday at 8 at the Travis Club.

Committee On Max Blum R. Sprague Madheon Saturnay Anon Travis Club Andy Sasonation San Antone the & O. 8 Fevnuane Travly Club Burelles J. R. Sprague Sprague Hotarylub Royal Order of Lions Mystic Shrine Elks Grand Quivera San Antonio Trades Council Woodmen of the World Keights of Columbus T. B.A. Boy Scouts Ancient Order of Hibernians Port Sam Houston Musiciana Army Avenida Ataff J. W. Tucker Hag Rotary Chins Ang Protemor W. FH Iie Clore

Mayors Invited to Fiesta Events in San Antonio

A citywide campaign to promote the Fiesta through invitations from San Antonio mayor and leaders. Mayor Brown and 100 largest U S cities are targeted, with Rotary President Jones and Chamber of Commerce head Weakley coordinating. The Fiesta directors committee led by J Hucker aims to boost tourism and civic engagement via March and April outreach.

San Antonio San Jacinto San Antonis Mayer Brown United States Texas San A. B. Weakley Chamber of Commerce Chambers of Commerce South Rotary Clan J. ¥. Hucker J. Savage Walter P. Napier Emil Frank Charles S. Meek W.S. Hendrick Charles Graebner Greg Hummert Joan B. Cerrington Hucker Thousand Club

Suffragettes Press Ahead as Congress stalls on Equal Suffrage

In Washington on April 5 the House Judiciary Committee again blocks equal suffrage by not endorsing a constitutional amendment and proposing a fourteenth plan. The Congressional Union and the National American Woman Suffrage Association pursue separate but unified goals, aiming to secure suffrage planks at Republican and Democratic national conventions.

Washington House Judiciary Committee Congress Thia Congressional Union National American Woman Suffrage Association Democratic Party National American Woman Suffrage Associaion Frank. M.roensing Congressional Committee of the Nations American Woman Suffrage Associaton

Discharge Policy Aimed at River Pollution After Fish Die

Commissioner Lambert pushes ordinance to forbid discharges into the river from pipes except artesian wells. Industries along the banks face strict scrutiny with required catch basins under pipes carrying noxious fluids. Sewer Inspector Huenig to map all outlets from the south city limits to Hrsckenridge Park and water samples analyzed by Dr Campbell to ensure safety for fish and public health.

Lambert Huenig Ely San Antonio

Newsboys Celebrate Tag Day Funds Raised

Newsboys celebrate Tag Day raising a small fortune between 350 and 400 dollars by rushing the streets with tags and boxes. Ed C Campbell and Tack Waterman credit volunteers and City Federation of Women's Club members for support. Proceeds fund San Antonio Newsboys' Club rooms on Soledad Street, sustained by future dues.

San Nicks Teacheluh Rooms,he Grown-Ip Business Ghev Ed .C.campbell Tack Waterman Nejis- 90Yr 2Ubroom Flan City Federation of Woman's Club San Antonin Newsboys’ Club Mairson Soledad Street Rooma

San Antonio Golf Course to Be Publicized by Southern Pacific

San Antonio officials from the municipal golf course in Brackmridge park will be highlighted in Southern Pacific literature sent to potential tourists. C K Dunlap of Houston lauded the course during a city tour led by Frank M Lewis and F C Tarrant, noting cost, scenic beauty, and convenient location. The railroad plans include San Antonio in an upcoming promotional booklet, stressing golf as both sport and duty and promising ongoing advertising support.

San Astonio Brackmridge Park Southern Pacific Gailroad C.K. Yutilap Houston Frank M. Lewis San’ Antonio Thin City Lewis F. C. Tarrant Dunlap Etty Mat Atone -Herauga Itea San Antonio

Danderine hair product promise and beauty claims

An advertisement urges readers to moisten a cloth with Danderine and draw it through hair to cleanse and boost fullness and shine. It touts dandruff reduction, scalp refreshment, and stronger roots, promoting a 25-cent bottle from Knowlton's for quick cosmetic results.

Hal

State Bakers Convention to Be Held in Waco Texas

San Antonio bakers headed by FE Pflughaupt will attend the Master Bakers Clarion convention in Waco May 2,8 and 4. The gathering is expected to be among the largest, with a banquet and tall, and officers to be elected. A San Antonio Bakers Association meeting April 26 will finalize delegation plans.

Tonio Bakera Pflighaupt J. W. Riggins Vaca San Antonio F.W. Palighaupt Wol Rietite F.C Waco

Powers School Presents A Single Man Comedy Cast

Students of the Powers School of Expression present Hubert Henry Davies four act comedy A Single Man at Harmon's Hall Wednesday evening. Principal Lena Rudd Powers leads the cast featuring Robin Worthington Henry Worthington Lady Cottrell Maggie Cottrell Isabelle Worthington Parlor Maid Nurse and more in this local stage showcase.

Powers School of Expression and Dramatic Art Lena Rudd Powers Hubert Henry Davies Harmonys Hall Ofelock Robin Worthington Russell c. Harper Henry Worthington Aie L. Dunnleay Dickis Cottrell Wifam Gunn Lady Cottrell Sadie Feller

Charters Listed for Dallas and Houston Firms

A batch of charters announced includes Magnolia Building and Loan Association of Dallas with capital stock 1,000,000. Electra Farmers Warehouse Company of Electra with capital stock 1,400. Humble Oil and Ridge Company of Houston with capital stock 49,000. The Travis Oil Company of Houston with capital stock 30,060. Incorporators named for each firm include A. C. fig. W., Proctor, D. C. Stewart, ED. Smith, EP. Angus, II. Spaulding, I. Greer, Jacob Kuebsler, J. Tom Wagner, H. P. Jansen, and Friedrichn Rutt among others.

Austin Magnolia Huilding and Loan Association of Dallan Capital Stock A. C. Fig. W Proctor D.C J. Tom Wagner H. P. Jansen Humble Oil Ridge Company Houston Capital Friédyicn Rutt Chriae Gan Kornmayer M. J. Revar Travis Oi Encore

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