Lone Star State News Briefs From San Marcos to Houston
A series of short items report a boy killed by a horse near San Marcos and a body found in Lake Concho, San Angelo. Other notes cover a fatal burns case in Dalhart from an explosives accident, a child treated for a dog bite in Lampasas, a mill fire in Hilario, a grand jury probe into a Fort Worth trust, a franchise forfeit dispute in El Paso, a Mexican migrant fatally injured by a train in Uvalde, a run‑away accident injuring Dr. Barton in Temple, a murder victim's overdose death in Houston, a girl burned fighting a gasoline fire near Bryan, and rebate cuts on old permits in Fort Worth.
Large Texas box factory built by Burnett Co
One of the state’s largest box plants, Burnett Co at 513-17 Englem meres street, "Englem" area, is a major box and paper goods manufacturer. President and manager Mr BR L Burnett brings thirty years of experience. the firm serves Texas, Louisiana and Mexico with boxes, wrapping paper, bags, twine and related items. They employ between thirty two and fifty workers.
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UN To Burnett Co
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Atreet
South
BR. L. Burnett
Therm
Texas
Louisiang
Mexico
R. L. Burhett Company
Carrieg & Ti
Trust 10 Boost Oil And Pay Its Fine
Cleveland reports that Standard Oil will pay a 29.21 million fine and raise prices by about 10 percent on average within 30 days. National Petroleum association says the plan will cover the fine by higher margins, with no dividend cuts. The move follows a year and a half campaign by the independent refiners. Standard Oil controls about 8 percent of national production.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Aue
Landis
C. D. Chamberlin
National Petrolium Gladiation
United States
Chamberlin
Standard Oil Company
Wiliam R. Wall
Independent Agsociation
Oil Trust
National People Association
Post Chapel Reserve Site Approved by Secretary Taft
General Meyer reports official notice from Secretary Taft approving the selected site for a new chapel and library at Wingade post San Antonio. The high central point is viewed as best for the post. A meeting will set dates to finalize plans and begin building once funds are pledged.
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Meyer
Watice
Taft
Smet
Wingade
San Antonio
Tis
Bulla
Great Brigade
Thirsty horses wait for water in city depots
The Huntana Society reports horses lack proper water access as drinking troughs and facilities are scarce in the city. Agents note horses crowd near Southern Pacific, International and Great Northern depots while no coordinated relief or caretaking exists.
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Uirenphon
Matthews
Huntana Society
Haa Nuide
Elty
Stmtthews
Ta Souther Pacific
International
Great Northern
Denison Flower Show Set for November 7 and 9
The Denison Cry Improvement League announces the second annual flower show to run November 7 and 9 under its auspices. The event will feature three dedicated days for trades, presidents and businessmen, and school children with floral displays and an entertaining program. Prizes are described as more substantial and numerous than last year, and organizers express strong confidence in a successful event.
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Denison
Denison Cry Improvement League
Manieus
Home Day at the Fair Promises San Antonio Highlights
The International fair plans a San Antonio day to draw crowds with specials for workers and a program of featured events. Secretary Vanes expects more attractions to be announced. concessions have begun signing, and the race entries exceed last year as a peak city event unfolds.
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San Antonio
Vanes
Mattis
Neytar
Crowther Named as Market Master in City Council Action
Bart Crowther named city market master succeeding the late Peter Jonas as the police force gains ten patrolmen. An ordinance re plumbers exam and licensure was introduced with a five member board. Multiple street and cemetery projects discussed, including widening North Flores and improvements to avenues and intersections.
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Waringpeeter
Board of Health
Peter Jonas
Max Uh
Crowther
Ner
Plumberg
Messrs. Crowther and Uhl
Avenutto
Chatman Lambert
Alderman Braden
Plumbing Board
Carey
North Plores Street
West Houston Street
Convention Hall
Alto
Alterman Richter
West Arsanis
Jel Paso
San Fey
Wittel
Alermen Richter
Lyckwood
Arnaud
Juanbert
Raver
Crain
Tetlitar
Cedar Street
Totes
Mdgar
Salado Street
Gerund
Sian
A. Heinen
Businesy
Nghia
New Braunfels Avenue
Inspectors Study City Waterworks Prompted by Reservoir Concerns
An inspection of the waterworks and rain and water system is under way for several days. The reservoir was examined by Dr Taralla and board members, with initial findings satisfactory but awaiting recommendations. The council may probe reservoir compliance with a prior agreement and consider expanding capacity from five to twenty nine million gallons as the city grows, while ensuring water pressure meets needs at various locations. A full report to the council is expected within two weeks.
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Taralla
EL Hertsberg
Barnits
Reservary Wis
le Gaol
Mrteshil
C. B. Davie
FINE FLOWER SHOW AND CANADA FLAG INCIDENT AT TALE ROYALE
Port Arthur Ontario reports Captain Young, a Canadian officer, returned after attempting to raise the British flag over Tale Royale in Lake Superior. The flag was not yet flying and voting filibusters did not reach Tale Royale. A customs officer treated a visitor as a joke and offered entertainment.
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Port Arthur
Court views it a grime to rock boat
Chicago officials fined two rowers after a boating incident in Wasi theton Park on Sunday afternoon. Mrs Annie Flinn paid court costs of seven dollars while George Morris faced a twenty five dollar fine plus costs, and both pledged not to rock a boat again.
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Chicago
Wasitheton Park
Junga Vantry
Annie Flinn
George Morris
Rolli
Wnh
Explosion at La Bama match factory injures two in Mexico
Two men were fatally injured and extensive damage occurred after an explosion at the La Bama match factory near San Louis Potoaks Mexico yesterday. Police and volunteers extinguished the fire that followed, with evidence suggesting a careless handling of explosives by a worker.
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San Louis
Births Reported From Local Households
A boy was born to Mr and Mrs McPiessen at 4NT Crackett street on August 4. Another boy arrived to Mr and Mrs J F Clinton at West Commerce street, August 4.
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Duke) McPiessen
Crackett Street
Horn
J. FL Clinton
West Commerce Street
Imperial Remedy for Eczema Promises Quick Cure
Texas based Imperial Remedy claims to cure eczema and related skin diseases quickly and permanently. Dr Atkinson of Gin Marcos endorses it with broad regional reach across Texas and the South. Sold by Bexar Drug Co and shipped to the United States for a $1.00 bottle with receipt of $2.00.
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Texas
South
TR. Atkinson
Gin Marcos
United States
Imperial Medicine Co
Iiauston
Bexar Drag Co
Tarkington Arrives in New York to See Play Production
Indiana author and playwright Booth Tarkington arrives in New York with Mrs Tarkington and his young daughter after a two year Europe stay. He plans to watch the stage version of The Man From Home and mentions it will run for two weeks. Tarkington and party will then return to Paris.
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New York
Booth Tarkington
Europe
Mre. Tarkington
Lentsd Laurelton
Harry Wilson
Mr. Tarkington
Howe
Dels
Indiana
Nelishman
Tarkington
Burnett and Co Undertakers Offer Specialty Poultry Meals
T. Burnett and Company Undertakers advertise urban market offerings at 527 San Pedro. Readme notes include bugar cured spiced garlic favored burnt beef green cut dong meal for poultry.
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San Pedro
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