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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1915

Page

7

Western Paving Contract Upheld After Protest Hearing

At a Monday meeting the council authorized Western Paving Company to proceed with paving on Union Avenue between Grand and Grayson, despite protests from property owners led by Dr. W H Hargis. The hearing, lively and divided, ended with the contract approval and paving pledges to be obtained, amid questions over Bermudex asphalt concrete and protest signatures.

Western Paving Co Triver Avenue Grand Avenor Grayson Neweail W. H. Hargis Bearsing Western Paving Company Axo Bermudee Owulers Hargis Masur Brown Bas Gomastiy Stoner Aes Mayer Saitssterter Lambert Tsi Haver Avenue Gor Iwssibner Steves Dir Howeves Hig Committee de Hargis Aud Garland Kearny Uste Dector Hirgis Tontmissienre Kearny Rel Barker Asphalt Company Steves Marais Wren Council Chamber Hmate Sin Nodre Avenue Markel Street Soule Alama Street Alamo Plaza Crockett Street Wilson Street Austin G. P. McGinnss Gillette Sleyes O Adoptra Central Fire and Police Station

Wargis Statement on River Avenue Property Amid Trial

In a statement released to the press Dr. W H Bevets defends the River Avenue property dispute United in trial. The remarks address recent claims and outline positions regarding the case and involved parties.

Anys River Avenue Tratest

President Wosen Tuts Chooses Hany W Hueeli as Diplomatic Nominee

A belabored OCR fragment claims Wosen tuts selected Hany W Hueeli of the District of Columbia to succeed Somtage. It notes prior posts in Pitt and Caracas, plus service in Venezuela, Panama, and Santo Domingo under Cleveland. The piece quotes a critic group urging support for the nomination and discusses street-front contracting disputes and public funding concerns.

Wosen Tuts WU Hany W. Hueeli District of Columbia Naive M. SoMiyan Somtage Hikeell Wold Pitt Post Askel Couire Baynt Sullivan Fred Brann Rusa Bilurgs Tena Washington W. W. Rusett Carrgens Panamandulster Cehumna Venezuela Minster Santo Domingo Cleveland

Harness trade injures harness dealers amid auto demand shift

Charles P. Shipley of Kansas City warned at the annual meeting of the National Harness Manufacturers Association that the popularity of motor vehicles has reduced demand for wagon models. He cited lower prices, leather costs, seat shortages, and rising labor costs as destabilizing factors, saying dealers have cut prices below lawful entitlements and that prices must rise or bankruptcies will follow.

Kansas Aus Barnésy Charles P. Shipley Vanses City Western Harness Manufacturers’ Association Nacional Harness Manufacturing Association

Grand Jury Recalled in Texas Election Fraud Case

Grand jury for Corpus Christi recalls to reassess indictments of forty two Kuertes county citizens on election fraud charges. Replacements named from Houston and Houston officials. Grand jury convenes at Corpus Christi on Monday August 28 under U.S. District Judge authority.

Roukport Tex Corpus Chetuti Citiens Kueres County Livery James Lathrop William Roer J. A. Herting Hooston United Metotlr Inka Fe Greetz Jr United States Cornus Gaviadl Cis Iriel

Century of Service on Rural Route Ends in Town Reform

A rural letter carrier, thirty years without a day missed, completed twenty years of government service on the star route between Corns Marist and Nicce Town. The post office changes shifted duties as the town and rural routes evolved, with the carrier delivering mail 18 miles daily and never missing a flag during his tenure.

Corns Marist Niccestown Courney Nuscestown Welle Corpus Christi Tuan

Rusk Iron Furnace May Be Reopened

A Texas report discusses reopening the Rusk Iron Furnace and potential property transfers. It notes a conference with the penitentiary commission, a review by state officials, and a forthcoming governor's report. Personnel named include C7. MH Huddleston, Tames Gathney, Seng ini Bailey, and Sennisa Harley.

Austin Tex Ang Dalton Rovernor Te Penitentiary Camenissinn Evttileston Firnace Ita Er Movernor Ferguson Seng Ini Bailey Sennisa Harley Nat Pers

Brewery Hearing Not Halted in Antitrust Case Trial

Austin reports the district court at Sulphur Springs will proceed with oral testimony in the antitrust cases against seven leading breweries. Assistant Attorney General Luther Nickels leads the examination of witnesses as hearings continue before Special Commissioner Kensler. The state questions letters from Prince of the American Brewing Association about investigations and agreements while defense counsel challenges legal points ahead of substantive rulings.

Austin Tex Sulphur Springs Keasler Luther Nickels Aly Nickels Kensler Sl. Prince American Brewing Association Houston Prince Lane Stan Brewing Company San Antonio Inc Ewing Hew Fields Svitness

San Diego Feels Border Tensions Amid Mexican Tension

Reports describe San Diego Texas border unrest with troops stationed at the town and fears of Mexican incursions. Local residents discuss uncertain conditions while officials approve funding for civic projects and school bonds as the region braces for possible disturbances.

Tex Corpuw Ameria Ninlas Unie States San Diego

Sargot Diet Ad Claims to Boost Weight Gain

An advertisement targets thin individuals with claims that normal meals fail to nourish and that Sargot, a fat-producing supplement, helps the digestive system convert consumed food into body fat. It promises easy absorption, improved flesh and health, and offers a forty-tablet package with a guarantee.

Siemens

University 10 Aids Institutes in Texas sessions begin

Arrangements by the University of Texas public school improvement division will bring University of Texas representatives to eight mixed school institutes across the state from September 6 to 10. Attendees include Thomas Flewicker, Dr. Frederick Bistile, W. Sackett and others to address teachers, meet school boards, and assist in local problems. The program aims to place university staff at institutes to aid communities.

Awation Tex Alon Cvtennion Department University of Texas Walverstey Mixhyedhe Oamera Institutes Im Texas Élyhrytheaa Crist Aus University BE. B. Davis Peale Ao Thomas Flewicker Fredecery Bist Ile W. Sackett J. W. Calhoun Wonpigarner J. I. Henderson W . Jor P. Blackwell Georee S Weinwein Amana Stoltus E. &. Davis

Two Names For Job Austin Vex Aug 24

The attorney general's department holds that storekeepers and account ants in eleemosynary institutions refer to a single post, not two. William E Blanton, board member of the State Juvenile Training School, supports the ruling and notes the storekeeper or accountant's salary is fixed by law at 990 per year, remaining so even if legislature increases appropriations.

Austin Vex Attorney General's Department William £. Blanton Gainesville Board of Trustees State Juvénile Training School

State Road to Pay Alsted and Hurdles in Financing Plan

Huddleston, general manager, outlines that within three fiscal years the railroad will raise funds to cover stranded deficits and operating costs. The legislature considers appropriations for the road this session as part of Campbell administration efforts to stabilize finances amid recent revenue shortfalls. The plan hinges on higher receipts this year and financial measures to ensure self sustaining operation.

Dalestine Campbell Huddleston Garer Hyrdglyston

Use Coconut Oil For Washing Hair

Plain coconut oil provides a gentle alternative to soaps and shampoos. Moisten hair and rub in one to two teaspoons to create a creamy lather that cleanses scalp and hair, removes dust and oil, and leaves hair manageable without alkali damage.

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