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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1915

Page

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Sinton Backs Diamond Loop Plan in Highway Rally

Sinton Texas joins a push for the Diamond Loop highway project connecting Corpus Christi to the Hill country. Local leaders vow city support, with organizers touring routes and rallying business and civic groups to fund and promote the project.

Sinton Tex Wig Ite Jate Chris Grow Acd Dolsary Leeds T. A. Williams National Highwase Association Reliea Binion Wep Purinessen Linton Mr. Wyanis Anc Liem J. Vieytian National Viewways Association George D. Marshall Thors Sto Gennde Valley Sinton Unl Texas Good Moeds Willian Jar A Thignen Mie pSinton Commersial Cinb Jon Williams

Charity Workers Without Funds Struggle to Meet April July Demands

Report by Associated Charities shows 235 new cases and 128 recurrent cases in April June and July. Subscriptions and general donations totaled 1139.06 with 1094.15 for special case work. Total expenditures reached 8784.72, including 1966.70 for relief only and 282.08 for office and equipment. Secretary notes relief is funded only by citizens and expresses frustration at limited contributions while records remain unsettled for May.

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City to Publish Officer Rule Book for Public Access

City officials prepare a police rule book detailing officer conduct and required forms. Mayor Brown endorses the project and plans a City Commission review before publication. The guide will include a list of major ordinances, a city map, and directions to key points for residents.

Gadski Recital Promises Record Corpus Christi Event

Corpus Christi prepares for the Gadski recital touted as the biggest event in South Texas history as seat sales open. Concert organizers urge fast mail orders for box and reserved seats with prices ranging from 2.50 to 5.50 and special arrangements for large parties.

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Summer feeding guidance for babies and mothers

The article warns against overfeeding in hot weather and recommends light easily digested foods to keep bowel regular. It suggests mild laxatives at signs of neglect of digestion and describes several tonics and preparations claimed to aid infants, including Cathartie preparations and a Pepin remedy, with a caution against opiate drugs. It cites a Dr W R Caldwell address for preparation access.

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Katy Officials Prepare for San Antonio Belt Line Action

President E Schatt of It Mixsouth Kansan and Katy officials plan to travel to San Antonio Monday for a meeting of the San Antonio Belt and Terminal Railway Company. A franchise ordinance will be formally accepted by resolution and the city would authorize at least 2.2 million dollars for construction of freight and passenger terminals pending Belt and Terminal acceptance within ninety days. Work could begin soon after final approval, with finances already arranged.

E. Schatt Kansan Belt & ‘Terminal Company Belt &Terminal Company Cmanihs

Male Ostrich Helps Female Hatch Eggs at Zoo

Spokan hites July 3 according to Superintendent John Wi Dunesa the male ostrich assists the female at Manito Park Zoo by sharing egg incubation with the hen. The ostrich sits by day while the hen sits at night and both protect the nest under a shelter as they manage 42 days to hatch.

Spokanh Wann John Wi Dunesa Manito Park Zoo Mata

Spokane Navy Aviation School to Probe Training Ground

A U S War Department commission will visit Spokane to survey sites for a proposed army aviation service and training ground near lakes west of the city. The Spokane Chamber of Commerce military affairs committee seeks input on suitable properties to aid the investigation.

Spolant Wash United States War Department Spokane The Chamber of Commerce Fata Citivens James 8. Romeye Phumber Congress Sevrelit Bay of Sea United Atiutes Army

Mexico asserts enough food for a year under embargo on exports

The Mexican government reports no food shortages and has embargoed exports while importing corn flour and wheat from the United States. It says inventories include thousands of tons of grain and staples and that shipments from states like Michoacan and Coahuila will arrive, with grain crops expected to be large despite rain.

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Hudson Cruiser Makes Leisure Trip From San Antonio to Galveston

G. W. F. Cowles proprietor of the Comtes Auto Livery Service and friends left San Antonio in a 93916 Hudson Cruiser for a extended trip via Victoria Houston Galveston Beaumont Lake Charles and back. The party logged 408 miles first day with no major trouble praising the car’s performance and comfort.

G. WF. Cowles Comtes Auto Livery Service San Antonio Tseto Galveston Bearmont Crockett Automo [Bile Company Crockett Victoria Fiona Jana Houston Garron~ton Cawian Rafers Ae Victoria Bana Hadees Cruleer Houston Cowles Lake Charles Beaumont Cowley Steintarat Creokatt Automobile Company Hudson Cing San Antonia Galvaston Galverton Beay San Antonio Sahara

Government controls food prices amid Puebla shortages

The article describes government actions to fix prices and seize stock to prevent famine in Puebla. It notes foreign shipments of corn under false labels, enforcement against hoarding, and the suppression of exports to protect domestic supply. Local observers report limited hardship and contrast with sensational foreign reports.

Governmendt Tykes witnOss Europa Necesauris Adetres Sit Waa Puebla Origaba Pachuca Uniter

Weather forecasts shown at moving picture theaters

A Washington dispatch reports that film patrons in Fillesavilles may receive weather forecasts during shows. Major Allen Buel notes the local station will offer near term forecasts for theaters if requested. The Weather Bureau compiles reports twice daily from telegraphic data and local observations to create weather maps and forecasts for widespread distribution.

Fillesavilles Washington Birmingham

Pension Granted After 28 Years at Galveston Harrisburg and San Antonio Railway

Retired employee Grange Tico of 1205 North ilye street received a pension after 28 years of service with the Galveston Harrisburg and San Antonio Railway in San Antonio. Mrs. Lee continues as car service in the San Antonio yards since moving here to make her home. Major Converse, Wiltshire County native, born June 6, 1848, arrived in America in 1878 and later worked as a guard and traveler in the railway system.

Grange Tico North Ilye Street Galverston, Harrisburg San Antonio Lee Ser Warlor

One Man Cars Begin Operation On Local Lines

The querian street cars will start Sunday on the Highland Park and Collies Gardens lines. The foragement aims to cut operating costs. Conductors will collect fares at the front and issue transfers. Fare boxes accept pennies nickels and dimes. Mirrors allow drivers to view passengers without turning.

Highland Park and Collies Gardens

Alvarado Man Restored by Wonderful Remedy

Alvarado man reports recovery from long digestive troubles after using Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy. He suffered colic and indigestion with after meal pains, took the remedy, and claims swift improvement and a permanent reduction of symptoms. He endorses the product as a Godsend for stomach issues.

Alvarado T. & Hensley Texan Ile Maye

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