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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1916

Page

9

Camp at Kerrville by San Antonio Baraca Philathea Union

The City Baraca Philathea Union plans an encampment at Kerrville from August 21 to 30 on grounds of the former Presbyterian encampment. It will be the first venture of its kind for the local union and aims to become an annual event. Young members show enthusiasm. pastors and other city church members are invited. The program blends educational and recreational activities with several special days. Details available from George T. Howard Jr., union president, who departs Monday with the party.

Suc Cess Baracas Philatheas San Antonio George T. Howard Jr

Bookkeeper Requests Early Release to Catch Train

The bookkeeper asks to leave 15 minutes early due to moving to Jersey and missing the train. The employer quips that he should have considered it before moving, and the bookkeeper repeats I aid, explaining the reason for the request.

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Alkali in Soap Bad For the Hair

Soap use harms hair from excess alkali causing dryness and brittleness. Best daily cleanse uses ordinary malsified cocoanut oil with water to produce rich lather that rinses clean. It leaves scalp soft and hair silky and manageable and is inexpensive at pharmacies.

Russian front supplies from Japan shock observers

Paris August 5 A military observer reports extensive Japanese clothing shoes belts and accoutrements for Russian troops with Japanese guns and ammunition, noting Korea as a key source of hides and boots. He adds Japan furnishes a range from rifles to 12 inch siege guns while avoiding 14 and 16 inch models.

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Gillespie County Plans a Big Fair in Fredericksburg

The thirty first Gillespie county fair will be held in Fredericksburg September 13 14 and 15 with larger prizes and broader displays. Officials William Bierschwab C H Nimitz Ad Gold and Henry Hirsch urge state wide cooperation, offer special railroad rates, and promise livestock poultry farm products fruits and flowers exhibits plus a three day horse race. Housewives may enter canned goods preserves honey pickles and other dishes for many prizes as Fredericksburg promotes a top Texas fair experience.

Gillespie County Fredericksburg South West Texas William Bierschwab C. H. Nimitz Ad Gold Henry Hirsch Texas

Beautiful white crepe fabrics offered in multiple widths

The ad advertises 1000 yards of plain, fancy spot and jacquard crepe fabric in 27 and 36 inch widths. It claims the price is the season’s lowest and not to be offered again, urging bulk supply for future needs. Prices quoted include 20c and 25c per yard, with Thursday all day at 13c per yard.

Travis county awards tarvia road contract on 11 miles

Travis county commissioners award a five year tarvia sealing contract to the Finley Method Company of San Antonio for 39 000 dollars covering 11 miles of road in Austin Texas. First year cost 23000 dollars with two additional 8000 dollar applications in years one and two. After five years maintenance drops to 16000 dollars for two more applications and aims to extend tarvia coverage to 84 miles from Austin to San Antonio with Hays Comal and Bexar counties seeking similar action.

Austin, Tex Travis County Commissioners Travis County Finley Method Company San Antonio Hays Comal Bexar Austin

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