San Antonio Fares Fight Over Court Jurisdiction
San Antonio Public Service Corporation asks federal court to hear a public transit fare dispute after City of San Antonio filed a late answer. Company argues the franchise contract fixes a seven cent day ride and that enforcing fare does not seize private property, seeking dismissal for lack of federal jurisdiction.
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San Antana Traction Company
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City Franchises and Fare Dispute Nears Decision
The city commission weighed a request to raise streetcar fares potentially threatening the current twenty year franchise. It ruled that a higher rate was not warranted, though the company urged that increased revenue is necessary for operation. The franchise, granted twenty years ago, still has twenty years remaining.
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San Antonio Jitneys Spark Public Transit Debate
City officials expect a cheaper transport option if San Antonio Public Services wins its suit over two street car fares. The traction company hints jitneys could reappear to meet public demand, though authorities fear traffic and accident risks. The downtown restriction persists while officials weigh if a lower fare justifies broader jitney routes.
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San Antonio Public Services Corporation
Traction Company
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Chicago Court of Appeal Upholds Fraud Convictions
In Chicago the Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed fraud convictions for six defendants including Delke who was sentenced to a Tower court term. They were found guilty of selling margarine to evade taxes, with one cent per pound imposts cited. Applications will be made to the US Supreme Court for stay of the sentences. Detailing a separate incident, a Fond du Lac man killed his wife and then shot himself in hospital after shooting his spouse, District Attorney Welle Cost said.
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Welle
Governor Mobhy Announces Wide Range of Appointments
Mastin Texas Dec 26 governor Mobhy unveils a broad slate of official appointments for the new administration starting January 1. Key picks include George Waverley Griggs as insurance commissioner, Custody Lolland in charge of the state fire district, and W.O Sterrett as game fish and counter services head. Other selections name Pollard Uvalde County tax commissioner, James A. King Wilson County public buildings and grounds, and Dr CL Goddard state health officer, with many posts in education and public works also filled.
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Ay & M. College
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Westate
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Vice Aid
George Wareely Driggs
Anleeston County
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Uvalde County
Jaimes A. King
Wilson County
Denea
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Bel County
Gener
WAL Berry
Madison County
CL W. Godlard
Belk County
W.O G. Sterrett
Dale Jas County
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Denton County
James A
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Ganulatune Couut
lHalland
Bell County
Wing
A. H. Bagby
Floresville
Berry
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Walker County District
New Texas Attorney General Names Appointments
The new attorney general announced the appointment of his assistants and office force to take charge on January 15. General Craeton Ina begins the present. Five new appointments include Shey Vo Sehenek of Jubbock formerly prosecuting attorney of Bos waty and I Pyspmnith of Sovider, attorney of that place. Wy a JX becomes assistant attorney general and the first assistant, succeeding Judge Cureton.
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Shey Vo
Sehenek
Jiubbock
Bos Waty
I. Pyspmnith
Sovider
Wy A. JX
Cureton
Ith
G. 13
Smedley
Nooling
Piper Ends Life in Misdeed Case at Muskegon Jail
A man identified as Piper died by his own hand in a Muskegon jail cell after fashioning a belt noose. Deputy Sheriff Hitchcock found the body as he returned from a quick jail visit. the inquest is planned for Monday evening.
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J el
Mirschman
Piper
EM Hitchcock
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Viner
Hiteheoekk
Hiteheoek
Hitehesek
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Tiper
Huaniiton
Minh
Liper
Maske
Chicago
Christmas Services At St Luke and St John Churches
Christmas Eve services announced at St Luke Church on West Houston Street with Holy Communion led by Rev. Benjamin Bean. St John Episcopal Church at corners of Che and Tinenet Streets holds midnight celebration of Holy Communion. Children’s Christ tree planned as usual.
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Chur
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Houston Street
Torning
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St. John's Episcopal Church
Che
Tinenet
Missing Mess Tin Sparks Budget Dispute in Army
In a lengthy wartime note a mess tin and enamel plates tied to Private Jones's belongings trigger a value dispute. Five logbooks at regimental HQ hold Jones's correspondence as to who owes 2 dollars 90 cents. the ex quartermaster general and successor dispute responsibility while Jones remains in Scotland. The friend who stored items faces questioning as the case awaits the return of the former quartermaster.
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Bhthidelpaty Pohile
Bandon
Liviny Ordnance Department
Jones
Donoxes
Scotland
Growiig
Telephone Companies Must Connect Toll Lines, Court Rules
An Austin Bee report summarizes the Texas Supreme Court ruling upholding a 1907 act requiring telephone firms to interconnect toll lines at common points to transfer messages. The decision affirms penalties on Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Co for refusing to comply after Childress hearings.
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Distriet Court
Court of Civil Appealsy
Soudwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
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Paduerh Telephone Company
Childress
Paduerh
Southwestern
Supreme Court
Uthe Southwestern
Justion Nelson
Phillips
German Socialists May Be Defeated in the Elections
London Times report by Charles Tower notes German voters expect the National Assembly results to be inconclusive. Socialists may win only a small majority or none, with a likely continuation of Herr von Hindenburg’s influence and a push to extend authority until a new constitution and first republic president are chosen. Strong Bolshevist pockets and Western Germany caution against sweeping revolution.
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London Times
Servier
Philadelphia
Buble Ledger
Conwright
Pupils Ledger Co
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Hague
National Assembly
Germany
Herr Vberto
Frankfort
Disselsdorf
Hanover
Brunswick
Bray
Binglam
Hough
League of Nations
Rhineland
Obituary notices for Soceph Hing and others in San Antonio area
Obituaries report Soceph Hing King of San Antonio died Saturday after a three week illness. Survived by twin daughters, six grandchildren, and relatives in Miami. Services planned at a later date. Also listed are obituaries for David Pregoso, Gladys Molina Preiss, Miss Dreiss, and Mrs Blond E. died in San Antonio or nearby towns with funeral details and survivors, including children in various locales.
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Joseph King
San Antonio
Witl Kennon
San Antonios
Hidafleiman
May Advon Vmareis
Miami
Avis
Sandra
David Fregoso
David Pregaso
Oll
Bouneral
Dreiss
Gladys Mlorina Preiss
Tee
Mas
Droise
Mission Street
Mary
Helen Grong
Natharine Larger
Pauline Vixgeott
Awdelle Brintinga
Louise Barnett
Pads Witl Dolyan Herman
August Proll
Midgar Grane
Claude Conran
Ite Sehwegmann
Rutolph Amaurer
Blond BE
Blond Eh
Avene
Itt
Orlock
Alunsus
Seo Antonie
Little Rock
Albert Hussey
England
Silas Edwin
South Wales
American Tindie Corp
Hore A William
Lite Rock
Desis
Dr. Engtlish
Penns the Beady
Blaney Collum
Hays
Callalau
Porter Loring Funeral Directors Crockett Mr Andy
Porter Loring Funeral Directors Crockett Mr Andy Hingy and McCollum Undertakers Animunte and Lung Mottr Service Corner Avenue and Pecan Cr 104 Ady Crockett 4107 qaAdy
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Bpuveral
Crockett
Andy
Hingy & McCollum
Undertakers
Animunte
Lung Mottr
Corner Avenue
Ady
Hew Exchange Opens
The Mission telephone exchange of the Southwestern Telephone Company began use at midnight Saturday. About 20,000 phones shifted from Crockett and Travis exchanges without confusion. Areas affected include Highland Park Denver Heights Marlandale Riverside Park San Per handy Collins Gardens and South Presa Street area.
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Southwestern Telephone Company
Crockett and Travis
Abo Hue
Mamo Street
Highland Park
Denver Heights
Marlandale
Riverside Park
San Perhandy
Collins Gardens
South Presa
Strret
Revolt Against Carranza Coalition Touted by Villareal
Antonio L Villareal asserts a patriotic coalition seeks to oust Carranza and install a pro liberal democratic government. He cites meetings in New Orleans San Antonio El Paso and California as part of the rebellion effort. He accuses Carranza of dictatorial rule and warns of outside intervention risks.
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Antonio L. Villaresd
Mexico
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New New Orleans
San Antonio
el Piy
Arizona
California
Villareal
Lareae
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Willivs
Poyers
Army orders lift units and transfers amid wartime reorganization
The Army issues orders assigning officers and units across multiple posts. Lieutenant John D P Carmody moves from Arcadia to Wise. Major George W H Lrett assumes new service roles. Medescarns officers shift from Kelly Well to Mortinyard. Captain Jarw rence Craven and Lieutenant Rostat Ww receive new assignments as reorganizations continue.
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John DP
Carmody
Arcadia
All Wise
George WH. Lrett
Medescarns
Mortinyard
Capitan
Jarwrence Craven
Rostat
Od Tong
Ll. Asseebs
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