Public demand for Potter water report details in San Antonio
Alderman Fincham urges Acting Mayor Richter to disclose the $12,000 $ report by New York expert Alexander Potter on the city waterworks. He says the report has been locked away since June and may have been shared with D Sullivan & Co. He also questions Horath committee findings and calls for transparency to counter alleged favoritism toward the water company.
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Este
W. L. Richter
Alexander Potter
New York
San Antonio
Charles Fincham
Mr. Fincham
D. Sullivan
Fincham
D. Sullivan & Co
Samuel Gray
Potter
Horath
Beauty Secret for Neck and Shoulders Promises Clear Skin
An advertisement claims Kulux Compound mixed with witch hazel in water will whiten and smooth the neck and shoulders. It promises immediate and permanent results, reducing freckles redness and roughness with continued use and claims the skin will resemble a child's.
Locke Uses Movies to Please Voters in Primary Campaign
Campaign expense notes show W M Locke spending on entertainment to sway voters, $5 for admission to moving picture shows plus other items bringing his total to $33.50. Comparisons include John W Tobin with $768 for sheriff bid and various candidates filing no expenditures.
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W. M. Locke
Locke
Phil Shook
J. C. Hopwood
Democratic Executive Committee
J. R. Norton
John W. Tobin
Citizens’ League
J. B. Chavaneaux
Eduardo Guitierrez
S. Fly
James Routledge
C. F. A. Hummel
J. J. Tucker
Edward Dwyer
C. K. Crawford
B. D. Lindsay
Mandamus Pauses Over Fletcher Castoria Case
In Fort Worth district court Judge J L Camp paused the mandamus suit challenging the petition to place A H Jones on the mayoral ballot. City officials Richter and Ryan failed to finish verifying signatures as supporters push to file up to six thousand names to meet the five percent requirement.
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W. L. Richter
Ryan
A. H. Jones
Forty-fifth District Court
J. L. Camp
Mr. Jones
Hookworm Free Exams Planned in Jasper County
The Texas hookworm commission announces free examination and treatment for hookworm disease in Jasper County. On Tuesday August 6 the first free dispensaries open in Bessmay for all county residents, directed by Dr. Hubert Ferrell as assistant state director.
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Austin
Tex
Texas State Board of Health
Jasper County
Bessmay
Hubert Ferrell
Hookworm Commission
Hot Springs Liver Buttons Promise Quick Cheerful Health
Arkansas product touted as safe cure all for digestion and stomach toxins sold in San Antonio by "live fruggists" with a 25 cent box. Claims treat sour stomach gas coated tongue biliousness dizziness headache and pimples and promises daily well being with a sample request to Hot Springs Chemical Co Arkansas.
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San Antonio
Hot Springs
Arkansas
Oomon
Hot Springs Chemical Co
Ark
Texas Troops Begin Two Week Camp Mabry Maneuvers
Cavalry troop C of the Texas National Guard from Austin moved to Camp Mabry three miles northwest of Austin to commence two weeks of maneuvers. Capt. L. H. Younger commands the unit as three other Texas troops and Louisiana guard troops arrive for four days of drills at Mabry before marching to New Braunfels and back, ending August 15.
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Austin
Tex
Camp Mabry
Cavalry
Texas National Guard
L. H. Younger
Texas
Louisiana State Guard
Peddlers Robbed by Youths Are Brought to Court
Police report describes a gang of white and black youths robbing peddlers on Brooks Street and nearby avenues. The scheme involved snatching boxes of fruit or crates of peaches while the vendors moved produce to residences. Officer Drake arrested one suspect as Buckley prepares to hear the case in police court soon.
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Brooks Street
Buckley
Drake
Weil Lers
Henry la
Swan
Creek
Mich
Sonesoy
Dr. Pierce
Leaders Named for Possible Custody This Afternoon
A morning report lists Negro leaders and others whose names have been provided. all are expected to be taken into custody this afternoon or tomorrow, with the full roster awaiting formal action.
Morsford's Acid Phosphate Tonic Described
An advertisement extols Morsford's Acid Phosphate tonic as a healthful invigorating and delicious beverage. It is marketed as cooling and refreshing, superior to lemonade, and suitable for daily use as a healthful drink option.
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Morsford
Lyles Assumes Charge at Confederate Home
Major Richard Lyles arrived in Austin to take command as the new superintendent of the Confederate Home. He spent the day approving many bills and accounts for supplies accumulated since Col. R. M. Wynn's death.
Deputy Sheriff To Transfer Inmates To Reformatory
Deputy Sheriff James Galbraith will depart for Gatesville to place Norris Holt Rudolf Mitchell and Nicholas Flores in the state reformatory. He will be accompanied by his son. After Gatesville he will proceed to Waco to escort Tom Applewhite back to San Antonio on a forgery charge.
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James Galbraith
Gatesville
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All Boys’ Wash
Esc
Alamo Plaza
Fletcher
Baltimore
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Kaufman
Milan
Sea Island
Aufman
Flores and
Dolorosa Sts
Southern Hotel
South Heights
Collins Gardens
Galbraith
Mas. Scorz
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