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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1913
Page
3
The San Antonio police manual ready for pamphlet release within two weeks will detail rules for all departments including traffic ordinances and fire alarm box locations. Chief Lancaster says the book standardizes patrol duties and enforces penalties, with 150 copies to be printed.
Contractors are invited to bid on an engine and power house for the Pocco Hautus Milling Co. Plans call for reinforced concrete and steel structures. Ernest P. Behles is the architect.
Anastacio Martinez 27 escaped injury after a razor cut his clothes at 5 30 yesterday afternoon at West Commerce and South San Marcos. Helenio Gonzales 22 is under arrest charged with assault. Both men reportedly argued over a gold ring during friendly play, then Gonzales allegedly swung the blade and tore Martinez’s clothing but caused no body harm.
A Harlandale couple delaying at Justice Campbell and Registrar Coates until 6 pm to secure a license and wed. They phoned at 4 pm asking if it was too late, waited through the extended hours, and were married after obtaining rights to wed.
The July monthly report of the Associated Charities shows 395 cases before the organization with 26 new cases. It records 108 office applications, 71 interviews, 39 relief letters, and 149 calls, plus 33 visits and 60 investigations. Aid included groceries, fuel, hospital care, meals, lodgings, medicine and transportation with $359.53 spent, $194.35 from subscriptions and $118.50 for special cases. balance on hand was $1041.50.
About forty children with Mr. E. D. Love from Carnegie Library gathered at Brackenridge Park for a picnic tied to a city wide playgrounds movement. They spent the morning clearing an athletic ground near the pumping station and later joined the story hour youngsters for an exploring trip to the park’s rock quarries.
Summer health warning urges prompt relief from constipation as heat raises risk of serious illnesses. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin recommended as a mild tonic laxative, with a free sample offer and money back guarantee. Endorsed by families including F C Harris of Live Oak Florida and Mrs T D Diemer of Trinidad Colorado.
Aldermen meet as a committee of the whole to decide if San Antonio will adopt the Somers method for tax valuation. William Young of the company explains it will equalize value after a base is set, with cost of 750 dollars monthly for supervising experts. A budget forecast is uncertain and will seek to keep total appropriations below last year while funding police, fire, and city labor raises. A Commerce Street width decision awaits a survey by Franz Groos and Dr. Frederick Terrell, balancing 12 foot sidewalks against wider roadways.
The Rotary Club of San Antonio votes to push for a municipal band and asks the city council to provide funding for free park concerts. Members plan to appear before the council in force and explain the benefits of city concerts. The group also supports a public comfort station on Alamo Plaza as proposed by the Real Estate Exchange.
An advertising notice advises shoppers to ask for sausage with a TIN TAG to ensure fresh wholesome goods. The ad appears in the lobby of the Grand Opera House and is from UNION MEAT COMPANY.
A Black man described as the voodoo doctor is jailed on a license violation after a tense revival where a Black woman allegedly grabbed a butcher knife. Officers report bags of wool, wax, hair, and seeds found on the detainee. Black inmates fear his presence and lawmen seek the doctor’s former operation site.
The Southern Truck Growers association directors will meet in Laredo Monday afternoon ahead of the annual session in the border city. Reports hint at possible disorganization and the event promises lively discussion as onion growers voice grievances over this year’s marketing disaster.
Fronts of two buildings on West Commerce street are being cut back to widen the thoroughfare. Edwards millinery store and Dulling Printing company fronts are demolished and replaced with temporary fronts moved 15 to 20 feet back. Several other contracts for work are let and crews will soon begin dismantling more façades as the street undergoes reconstruction.
Harry Underwood age 23 and brother of Policeman Robert Underwood was badly injured when struck on the head by a stone thrown by a Negro after 6 pm yesterday near Ruiz and Colorado streets. He was taken to the hospital with a scalp wound and no skull fracture was found. Several suspects were arrested but later cleared. the assailant was said to be involved in a quarrel that led to a fight with stones.
The Chamber of Commerce plans an August 28 dinner for general passenger agents of railroads visiting San Antonio. The event aims to let businessmen meet railroad officials and discuss mutual interests. Railroads have historically aided tourism and the city seeks continued cooperation and goodwill.
District Attorney W. C. Linden and the Main Avenue property owner agreed yesterday to sell the house in the 400 block to drop a contempt of court case. The owner had been under a permanent restraint since more than a year ago for using the house as a disorderly resort and had not complied with the decree. Linden said a new prosecution would be dropped if the house changed hands and the owner ceased running a disorderly place.
A list of seasonable textiles and accessories offered at discount includes cotton torchen dares, ratine banding, Swiss embroidered edging, white linen parasols, colored linen hand bags, lace and linen bags, and macrame bags. Prices show marked reductions such as parasols at 1.98 and 1.69, bags at 0.42 to 0.75 dollars, and trims reduced from 0.10 to 0.12 dollars per item.
An advertisement touts Derma Viva as a breakthrough skin product that removes tan and conceals blemishes while acting as a non-sweating liquid powder. It claims safety and satisfaction with 50c bottles and Dora 250 Face Powder. Also markets Tooth Washes and several brands at discounted prices.
San Antonio store advertises all linen clearance with 79 cent yard prices for Flemish homespun and 65 to 59 cent yard rates for ratine and French linen. Garments and fabrics are guaranteed all linen and suitable for coats skirts and dresses with a second floor location noted.
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