County Tax Rate Cut to 36 Cents
The county commission fixed the tax rate at 36 2/3 cents on the 100 valuation for the coming year. With state rate at 6 cents and state school tax 26 28 cents, total county and state levy amounts to 58 cents per 100. The new rate shows a decrease from prior totals, and will be finalized after confirmation by the full commission. The auditor is authorized to publish delinquent tax lists and bids for tax notices and related year work. The board also conducted their regular inspection of the poor farm and related accounts.
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Tecotale
Fandango Turned Into Fatal Grime Scene
In a tympanetic condition after a fandango near Waelder, Patricio Vascis was stabbed in the left abdomen. He was treated by Drs. Brookes Withers and Burke at the city hospital but his condition worsened, with intestines feared punctured, as he remains a laborer who had recently arrived from Mexico.
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Waelder
Vasole
Ry G. Brookes
Whelder
City Hospital
Ry L. Withers
Albert Burke
Burke Lis Witernoon
Mexico
Clerks Revise Tourist Rates At State Capital Meeting
State clerks gather at Hot Wells hotel to revise year round tourist, colonists, and party fares. presiding official B T Luynen of St Louis directs attendees from railroads including Santa Fe, Dallas, Frisco, Fort Worth, and Southern Pacific. The group plans extended sessions to finalize rate structures.
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Hot Wells Hotel
B. T. Luynen
SL Louis
Cau Pilus
Tate
Uttetiaanes T
Brown
Sant Fe
Galveston
Dallas
Dulas
Accon Pantie Hy Alé
H. Card
Kort Worth
Denver
A. J. Purua
O& Ty
Robert Fide
Bae Jas
J M. McClure
Frisco
Part
Mitchell
Colton Belt
Tyler
W. O. Monroe
Southern Pacific
Houeilmy Fravik Jensen
Rock Island
Fort Worth
Man commits suicide in Texas as son witnesses death
Special to The Light from Paris Texas reports B. Holtman a 45 year old wealthy landowner killed himself this morning by throwing himself head first into danger as his 13 year old son Mattye Enowa witnessed the tragedy. The grave event occurred in the gran Sher district.
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Paris
Tex
Hotluman
Birdstowh
Milner Ready to Quit Resignation Planned for Commissioner Milner
Austin August 18 The secretary of State reports Milner, candidate for reelection as commissioner of agriculture, will soon resign from the executive council and the governor after the recent state Democratic convention led by Chairman Wolfe.
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Steg
Wolfe
Tip Democratic
Col
Milner
Reelec
Geese and Ducks Reported Flying South in Early Fall
Hundreds of ducks and geese were sighted over the area this morning, flying in a southeasterly direction. Weather forecasters say this signals the onset of early fall weather and a cold winter ahead.
Sunset excursion for auto races from port layca
The Southern Tacoma region plans a large crowd for the auto excursion next Sunday. Low rates apply from points east and west. A cheap trip will leave to Port Layca Sunday at 7 a.m. Earlier this morning a large group of boys departed from the YMCA for Port Layca.
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Port Layncs
Y. M.ca
Port Layaca
Police Move to Break Up Idle Young Men in TransSan Pedro District
The San Antonio police announce a crackdown on idle young men in the TransSan Pedro district. Chief Mauer Finn and First Assistant Chief Charles McCabe say about 50 men aged 18 to 40 are linked to unrest and violence, with arrests planned tonight as officers enforce the law.
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Charles McCabe
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Jay
Jon
TransSan Pedro
Guerta
Alde Ams
TransSi Purdie
Atecana Fis
San Antonio
Boys confess after Huerta death in court
A formal complaint filed in Justice Fisk's court charges SiC Montalva Roterlu Romguee Willie Parroth and Hitherto Quintero with the murder of Guillermo Huerta. Detctive Charles Van Riper led the investigation, with affidavits and confessions from the four youths while they remain jailed awaiting examination.
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Montalva
Roterlu Romguee
Willie Parroth
Quintero
Huerta
Owe
Avsault
Tina
Defenthem
Confession Hint In Fatal Yacht Club Shooting
New York reports light shed on the Bay site tragedy as Willian B. Annis dies after being shot by Captain Peter C. Haines. Annis allegedly acknowledged a life claiming wrong and said he told certain things no one else heard. Dr Houghton quotes Annis as saying he may testify publicly. Frederick Morton, Haines' lawyer in a divorce, comments on potential city involvement and Mrs. Haines plans actions to contest custody.
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Baysite Yacht Club
Firshing
Willian BL Aunig
Peter C. Haines
T. S
Henry Houghton
Rosin
Annis
Hienghton Ig
Young Man Dies Quickly Near Houston Street
Garry Thtthedge, 17, died after a brief illness following a hemorrhage. He had arrived from Mexico two months ago and was on Mill Streets yesterday night. Undertaker Shelley holds the remains pending the mother’s arrival from Mexico.
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Garry
Houston
Yeaterday
Mexico
Shelley
Tee Mother
Newnan Takes Over Bronco Team Management
Fort Worth reports Newnan assumes management of the Bronchos amid resignations. George Leidy will likely continue playing for the team as Newnan takes charge, with the club maintaining its current venue and schedule.
Again in Toils After Plea for Mercy to Court
Joey Miller was arraigned before Judge Buckley on a theft charge and, with tears, proclaimed innocence. Arrested again by Dateadva Womack and J init, she faces theft under fifty dollars after jewelry including pin, gold gift buttons, and earrings reportedly sold to a local jeweler who had melted the gold.
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Joey Miller
Buckley
Nokice Court
Thomas Mateter
Dateadva
Haan
State Farm Convicts Deal Reported Near Closure
August 18 notes a tentative pact tied to a State Penitentiary Board project at BINS plantation. Abstracts of laws on the plantation were sent to the attorney general for approval as the purchase process reportedly nears completion.
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Antatin
Tex
State Penitentiary Board
Nagotiv Bank
Raia
Vengeance 15 Riot in Springfield as Refugees Flee
Unrest erupts in Springfield Illinois as about 160 African American refugees from nearby cornfields are driven toward the city arsenal. Sentries exchange fire near General EO Young’s headquarters. no injuries reported. An arson attempt at a factory near Bishihsment was thwarted as troops move to corral the refugees. City officials pledge enforcement of laws and aid to identify rioters. clergymen call for accountability and residents urge saloon closures to prevent further violence.
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First Cavalry
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Pegro
Cormfelis
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Agero
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Ifantry
Wader
Taeeh Plan
Chicago
Assovia
Hens
Springfield
Lanting
Soong
Thame
Hatch
Tecou
Thug District Debate Over Democratic Safety in Texas
Congressman Slayden dismisses Republican hopes in a San Antonio Chronicle context, arguing the 3rd District of Texas remains safely Democratic by a large margin. The Galveston News dispatch and historical notes on party strength, voter counts, and county results are cited to support the district’s Democratic majority.
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San Antonio
Galveston News
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Gieldlel
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Degener
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Democratic Party
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Voaders
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Itan
Crown
Coleman
Mcculloch
Texas
Counnties Aire
Pilfered Rigs Stir Police in City
Police report complaints about horses and buggies left in front of businesses. a Lode Vie Printing Co vehicle and a Lone Star Loan Co horse and buggy were stolen yesterday near Fredericksburg Road and East Commerce Street. One rig recovered after sale on South Flores. Ten days of horse whip thefts noted. youths suspected as culprits. investigators seek arrests.
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Asinesa
Lodevie Printing Company
Fredericksburg
Lone Stay Loan Company
East Commerce Street
South Flores
NM oArrest
Patice
Hoya
Mexican Lines Offer Special Fare to International Fair
Announcement states National Sites of Mexico will run a mite of ole fare on the San Antonio international fair route. Tickets go on sale September 25 with travel from all points. Fare details include dates from October 10 and return 10 days after, plus special low rates to be announced.
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Mexico
San Antonio
Postmaster Stevens at His Desk Again
Postmaster Joh J. Stevens is at his desk again after extended illness. He has visited his office on several occasions since his illness began, and in the past two days has spent the day there to perform duties. He reports the fever is very weak but slowly improving and says he is feeling better each day. Mr Stevens has begun receiving callers all day while he continues to rest at home on his fever.
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Joh J. Stevens
Mr. Stevens
Realty Do Charter In Austin Real Estate Firm
Real estate charter granted in Austin Texas to The Realty Company of San Antonio with capital 90000. Incorporators listed as Be Ja R and We R Stout.
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Stat Realty Company
San Afitonio
Be Ja. R
We R. Stout
Boerne Fire Narrowly Averted Destruction on Sap Railroad
Early this morning a fire in Boerne threatened a stone store and several wooden structures along the Sap railroad. San Antonio aid was requested but a rapid mobilization by Sap officials and local teams contained the blaze. losses are about 12,000 dollars with most insured. The two story storehouse and pool hall suffered major damage, while the lodge building was gutted but saved, and water supply challenges hindered early firefighting efforts.
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San Antonio
Chef Wright
Sap
J H. Reeves
Wily
Max Besaluy
Sma
San A
Timio
Chief Wright
FL Ll. Lewis
T Ant
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Richter
Ater
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Watcr
Reeves
Max Besgler
Atta
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Hese
Local Weather Forecast for San Ags and Vicinity
Weather report notes Wednesday showers followed by light drizzle. Morning low around 70 degrees with a high near 93. Official figures from the Weather Office show temperature records today compared with past data.
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el Poe
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