Duott Named United States Commissioner for Fort Sam Houston Zone
Bexar County farmer W E Poth waives hearing and posts 5000 bond in obstruction of enlistment case. B R A Scott Sr named United States commissioner in San Antonio with zone around Fort Sam Houston and Camp Travis. Deputy United States Marshal 8 M Jester named to assist. aims to speed enforcement of anti liquor and disorderly house proclamations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. R. A. Scott Sr
Alamo National Bank
Duval West
United States
Fort Sam Houston
Camp Travis
San Antonio
R. L. Edwards
French Building
Scott
Army Post
Edwards
Federal
Bureau of Investigation
Mr. Scott
8. M. Jester
Calvert
John H. Rogers
Austin
John H. Dibrell
J. L. Camp
Poth
W. E. Poth
Bexar County
Marshal Dibrell
E. E. Poth
N. A. Poth
Seguin
Austrians Remanded to Jail in Treason Plot
Four Austrians detained at Laredo by Federal authorities were remanded to jail without bond amid an investigation into their alleged role in a plot with Captain Irving Schneider. Officials say the men may be spies, with scrutiny continuing over their connection to Schneider and the San Francisco raid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwards
Kelly Field
Laredo
Robert L. Barnes
Bureau of Investigation
Barnes
Irving Schneider
San Francisco
Mexico
Schneider
Military Officers Assigned to Camps and Posts in National Guard Mobilization
The release lists assigned duties for Medical Officers and staff across camps including Camp Cody Camp Bowie Camp Doniphan Camp MacArthur and Camp Logan with ranks from Major Captain and First Lieutenant and roles such as sanitary inspector assistant chief surgeon chief of staff and medical reserve. Several officers are redirected to posts Fort Sill University Fort Logan Waco Austin San Antonio and Leon Springs with details on leave and aviation duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Guard
Camp Cody
James E. Merrill
Minnesota
L. B. Sturdevant
Nebraska
Camp Bowie
Floyd L. Borend
Oklahoma
John J. O'Reilly
Texas
Camp Doniphan
Carl Phillips
Kansas
Wm. L. Gist
Missouri
Camp MacArthur
Randall M. Cooley
Michigan
Southern Department
Jackson S. Cooper
Creed F. Fox
Fourteenth Field Artillery
Fort Sill
United States
Thaddeus S. Troy
Leon Springs
Fort Oglethorpe
Ben F. Miller
Quartermaster General
Robert E. L. Miche
General Staff
Horace Stringfellow
Seventeenth Cavalry
Irving M. Madison
Infantry
Gays School
Theodore B. Appel
Blaz Cole
John C. Sessions
Harry ©. Parker
Gilbert W. Brehm
Nathaniel W. Faxon
James B. McCalley
Charles H. Ruth
San Antonio
Ralph Talbot Jr
Fort Sam Houston
First Kiss dialogue cited by Chicago Herald
A quoted exchange on early romance features a girl asking if she is the first she has kissed and a lover replying with affectionate claims about being the first and his expertise. The snippet frames intimate curiosity and reassurance in a period newspaper tone.
Stevens Heads Lake View Avenue Opening Committee
J. J. Stevens was elected chairman at a meeting of citizens seeking the opening of Lake View Avenue to connect with Martin Street. Other officers named are Filis P. Albaugh as vice chairman G. W. Allensworth secretary and William L. Herff treasurer.
West End Lake Hosts Hawaiian Dance Show Sunday
The article highlights West End Lake as a premier family venue and announces a renowned interpretation of Hawaiian dances to be performed Sunday night, inviting attendees including distinguished army gentlemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End Lake
Labor Day Dance at Soledad Union Hall Ad
You will enjoy yourself at the Labor Day dance on the Soledad. Only union dance hall in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soledad
Dulling Printing Co Advertises Lowest Price Labels
An old advertisement from Dulling Printing Co. promotes labels and business cards at the lowest prices, catalog number Cr. 3338, highlighting budget options for printing services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dulling Printing Co
Willett's Orchestra Dance At Turner Hall Saturday
Tonight dance at Turner Hall presented by Willett's Orchestra with gents 50c and ladies free. Bring friends and enjoy the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willett
Turner Hall
Sunday Night Dancing at West End Lake
Advert says West End Lake offers Sunday night dancing as the coolest refined amusements option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End Lake
Film to be finished at Apache Pass shoot near Garden Street
Final scenes of Down at Apache Pass will be filmed Sunday morning on the river by Garden Street bridge. Shamrock Photoplay Company of San Antonio plans to shoot starting at 10 o clock with Director McGeeney announcing that spectators may attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apache Pass
Shamrock Photoplay Company
San Antonio
Garden Street Bridge
McGeeney
Turkish Baths Offer Preventive Comfort in Parlors
Advertisement urges readers to prevent rheumatism lumbago la grippe and colds with Turkish baths. The Imperial Turkish Bath Parlors promote health benefits as a proactive remedy and feature an advertisement style note.
Soledad Natatorium Ad Invites Quick Swim
A short adv announces a swim at the Soledad Natatorium offering a cooling option for readers seeking relief from heat.
OConnell Loan Co Advertisement on Houston Street
Local loan shop at 112 East Houston Street offers collateral loans on all items. Bargains in diamonds and watches advertised in the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O’connell Loan Co
E. Houston St
Imperial Turkish Bath Parlor Ad Promises Open Day and Night
An old time advertisement proclaims 24 hour service for Imperial Turkish Bath Parlors with a slogan inviting customers to “bank on you” and “bathe with us” in a bold business pitch.
Alamo Jewelry Ad Buys Gold Silver Diamonds and Coins
Local advertises Alamo Jewelry Co at 315 Alamo Plaza ready to buy or take in trade gold silver diamonds and old coins from customers seeking quick cash or a premium offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alamo Jewelry Co
Alamo Plaza
A Bar Plumbing Co Adds Job Rates Notice
A Bar Plumbing Co lists Travis 4809 Jeffrey Cars at two dollars per hour in an advertisement. Cr. 101.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A-Bar Plumbing Co
Travis
Jeffrey
Struck by Automobile Injures Local Resident Friday
Robert Bosshardt was struck by an automobile at 6 25 PM Friday in the 1400 block. His parents reside at 509 Carson Street. He suffered injuries and was treated following the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Bosshardt
Carson Street
Boy escapes with slight injuries on South Flores Street
I G Healy a carpenter at 202 King William Street was placed under bond on a charge of carelessly operating an automobile after an incident on South Flores Street. The boy involved escaped with slight injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Flores Street
I. G. Healy
Carpenter
King William Street
Dance on the Soledad
A brief social dance event featuring Coulon’s Orchestra playing for attendees aboard the Soledad. the advertisement emphasizes cool evening breezes and music as the main attraction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soledad
Coulon
Advy
Dr EF Herff Leaves Town Will Return Around October 7 Ady
Dr EF P Herff has departed the city and plans to return about October 7. Ady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EF. P. Herff
Ady
Imperial Turkish Bath Parlors Ad in Texas
A bold advertisement touts the most modern Bath Parlors in Texas promising up to date equipment swift service and affordable prices. It urges readers to try a trial at Imperial Turkish Bath Parlors asserting superior treatment and modern rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Car Collision at South Laredo and Herff Streets
A Stock Yards car and an automobile driven by C. R. Martin a carpenter of 115 Peach Street collided at 9 30 o clock Friday night at the intersection of South Laredo and Herff Streets No injuries were reported though the second car was considerably damaged
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stock Yards
C. R. Martin
Peach Street
South Laredo
Herff Streets
Horace E. Wilson Lawyer Ad in State Bank Building
Horace E. Wilson, lawyer, located in the State Bank Building at 607 508 Cr. 8281. Advertisement likely promotes legal services with contact number.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace E. Wilson
State Bank
Labor Day Dance on the Soledad Ady
Union dance hall in the city hosts a Labor Day event at the Soledad venue. Ady reports the gathering as the sole union dance hall option downtown.
Fire Quickly Extinguished in Mrs. Warwick Home
A fire starting in the kitchen flue at 509 Crosby Street was extinguished at 7:35 a.m. Saturday with no damage reported to the home of Mrs. EK Warwick.
A block from high prices at Rieber's Jewelry
Rieber's Jewelry Store at 306 Main Ave is described as a block from high prices, highlighting its location in the heart of town as a practical bargain hub.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rieber’s
Main Ave
Adv
Imperial Turkish Bath Parlors Ad Promises Turkish Baths
An old classified style notice advertises Imperial Turkish Bath Parlors promising Turkish baths as part of a training camp or regimen. The call targets stout, hardy young men for enlistment or participation.
Prisoner Capture by Boerne Detectives After Vagrancy Arrest
Boerne officers White and Robinson subdued a slender young white man arrested near the Southern Pacific station on vagrancy charges. He was identified as a convict who, with others, escaped from the Texas penitentiary a week earlier. prison officials have been notified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White
Robinson
Southern Pacific
Central Police
Texas
Sunset concert dance at West End Lake
Sunset concert dance event at West End Lake scheduled for Saturday night. Admission fifty cents general, ladies admitted free with advertised offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End Lake
Doctor Lankford Returns From Vacation At Gibbs Building
Dr. Lankford has returned from his vacation and is reported to be back at Gibbs Building, where he previously worked. The notice notes his return and location in a concise community update.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Lankford
Gibbs Bldg
Laborer Shot Near Union Stock Yards Wounded Minor
Canute Garcia laborer living near the Union Stock Yards was shot through the leg but not seriously hurt shortly after 8 o clock Friday night. His mother-in-law Mrs Cruz Rodriguez of 340 Keller Street was placed under arrest by Policemen Edwards and Applewhite. The injured man was taken to Robert B Green Memorial Hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canute Garcia
Cruz Rodriguez
Keller Street
Edwards and
Applewhite
Robert B. Green Memorial Hospital
Fort Worth Plans Three Aviation Camps for Canadians and Americans
Fort Worth officials announced three aviation training camps to be built near the city. Two camps will serve Canadian students and one will serve American flyers. Construction engineers arrive Monday to select sites about fifteen to twenty miles apart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Tex
Get Fresh Air to Fight Fat with Oil of Korein
An advertisement urges outdoor activity to combat obesity. It promotes oil of Korein capsules bought from a druggist, taken after meals and at night, with daily weighing and continued use until normal weight is reached. The copy claims the product is harmless, aids digestion, and can produce noticeable weight loss in a few days.
Senators Propose 80 Percent Tax On War Profits
Washington August 25 senators favoring higher income and war profit taxes agreed in conference to reopen Monday and propose taking a flat 80 percent of war profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Anthem of Flowers in midsummer gardens and fields
The piece celebrates midsummer blooms from lilies to dahlias, irises, hollyhocks, sweet peas, larkspur, foxglove, and coreopsis. It reflects on nature’s floral order, beauty in dew laden mornings, pollinators at work, and the singer’s view that flowers sing of grace and creation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Herald
Bible Times
Green alligator captured in Brockton road
George Pelham of Brockton Massachusetts captured a green alligator found on a country road. He says the creature, which ate flies, proves he is not a drinking man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brockton
Mass
George Pelham
George
Hose Handling Beats Damage When Transporting Garden Gear
Proper hose transport prevents fiber breaks and leaks. Carry hoes, hose, and half hose together when moving long distances to avoid obstructions and tangling.
Obituary for Mrs. Mary G. Goforth of San Antonio
Mrs Mary G Goforth aged 48 died at her home 502 Essex Street at 2 20 pm Friday. A Virginia native she had lived in San Antonio for 28 years. Survived by husband W S Goforth three daughters Maud Brooks Willie and C A Goforth three sons A E E R L and L S Goforth one sister Ida Sellbaum and three brothers Robert W Spindle Sam and Henry Spindle all of San Antonio. Funeral is 5 pm Sunday from the residence with burial at Mission Burial Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary C. Goforth
Essex Street
Virginia
San Antonio
W. S. Goforth
Maud Brooks
Willie
C. A. Goforth
L.S. Goforth
Ida Sellbaum
Robert W. Spindle
Waco
Sam and
Henry Spindle
Mission Burial Park
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary States Quietly Held
The funeral for Mrs. Mary States who died last Wednesday morning will be at 4 o clock Sunday afternoon from the family residence 307 Meerscheidt Street Interment will be in a park The pallbearers will be chosen from Knights and Ladies of Security members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary States
Meerscheidt Street
Mission Burial Park
Knights and Ladies of Security
Funeral held for Rufus L. Lamberth at Masonic Temple
Rufus L. Lamberth 66 died Friday at 5 20 PM at his home 122 Daniel Street. Funeral service 10 30 AM Saturday at the Masonic Temple with burial in Masonic cemetery. Native of Alabama, he lived in Texas 32 years and in San Antonio 18 months. Survived by widow and four sons William E Lamberth and H A Lamberth of San Antonio R P Lamberth in the Navy and another son in New Orleans. Member of Alamo Masonic Lodge No 44.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rufus L. Lamberth
Daniel Street
Masonic Temple
Masonic Cemetery
Mr. Lamberth
Alabama
Texas
San Antonio
Alamo
Masonic Lodge
William and
E. &. Lamberth
H. A. Lamberth
New Orleans
R. P. Lamberth
United States Navy
Automobile Equipment. Both Phones 971.
Shelley-Loring Undertaking Co. ad lists contact numbers for automobile equipment and funeral services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelley-Loring Undertaking Co
Hotel Guests Reported Staying Across City Hotels
A list of visitors from multiple states staying at San Antonio hotels includes J L Winner in the Menger J S Moon in the St Anthony Mrs Charles A Clark and Mrs M F Harmon Jr rivals at the Lanier J B Leahy M S S Blackwell of Lordsburg N M at the Gunter Frank M Cook Mansfield La at the Menger W L Brown Lecompte La J J Neyland Washington La registered at St Anthony and Mrs Sue F Walker of Alexandria La among arrivals at St Anthony also A B Godfrey Austin registered at Lanier R S Shepard and family Dallas at the Gunter Boyd Edwards Orange NJ at the Menger John P Woods Fort Smith Jr among St Anthony guests Sidney S Baker Rogers Ark at the Lanier Wallace F Fick Santa Fe N M registered at the Gunter J J Leahy Mathis staying at the Menger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Winner
Baltimore, Md
Menger Hotel
J. S. Moon
Helena
Ark
St. Anthony
Charles A. Clark
M. F. Harmon Jr
Washington, D. C
Lanier
J. B. Leahy
M. S&s. Blackwell
Lordsburg
N. M
Gunter
Frank M. Cook
Mansfield
Menger
W. L. Brown
Lecompte
J. J. Neyland
Washington, la
St. Anthony Hotel
M. N. Bailey
Little Rock
H. T. Wilson
Port Arthur
Tex
J. W. Sanders
E. L. Myers
Jackson
Miss
Sue F. Walker
Alexandria
A. B. Godfrey
Austin
Lanier Hotel
R. S&s. Shepard
Dallas
Boyd Edwards
Orange
N. J
St. Anenne
Rioters Freed As Prison Bonds Reduced After Food Bill
In McAlester Oklahoma on August 25 the anti draft disturbances led to prisoner holds in the state penitentiary. Bonds were dropped from 1000 to 200 dollars due to daily food costs exceeding 100 dollars, prompting release of those detained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mcalester
Okla
Germans Plan Political Conference
Berlin dispatch reports that Chancellor Michaelis and leading Lieichstag parties are negotiating to convene their top representatives for a conference to discuss important measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Berlin
Michaelis
Lieichstag
Piping Times Encourages Vines With Edible Fruits
The article urges growing edible fruit vines at home, highlighting passion vines with large blossoms and noting at least two species bear sizable fruits of good value for households.
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Duott
TATE
Chiccago Herald
The
Katy
Landa’s
New Braunfels
Gilloren
ST. Louis
Houston St
San Antonio & Aransas Pass BY
Cor Pus Christi
Rockport
Kerrville
Pus Christi
A. E. ‘Outler
E. Houstor
Soledad Natatorium
Los
Washington
Chicago
Atlanta
Memphis & Return
Memphis
McClannahan
M. Reeves
C.F
E. Houston St. Travis
New York
Galveston
Mallory
Galveston, Texas
New
Boerne
Dallas Fair
Kendall County
Ella Zoeller
Pig Club
Paul Wessley
Arthur Blaschke
Rudolph Lichtenberg
Arne Fifer
Ed Bauer
Feterita
Helen Katz
Milo Maize
George Davis
Kendall County Fair
Red Cross
Atlantic Steamship Lines
Morgan Line
Atlantic Seaboard
WM. Simmmons
Gen
Broadway
H. A. Loeffler
Act
D. F. Agt
Isep
Anthem OF
Mary G. Goforth
R. BE. Lamberth
A Beverage
Bevo
Navy
Anheuser -Busch
Noa Spears Co
Loseya
Medina Dam
Soledad St
Paidess Matthews
SAN Antonis Loan and Trust CO
West Commerce ST
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