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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1916
Page
7
County Collector John A Bitter reported more than 400000 dollars in state and county taxes collected in the final week, with January receipts near 600000 dollars. Delinquencies stood at 10 to 12 percent as two unopened letter barrels delay final counts, and cash deposits will restore the county to a strictly cash basis.
The San Antonio Traction Company offers a $100 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone filing fraudulent claims against the firm. English and Spanish notices are on street cars. Vice-president W B Tuttle says past judgments against the company are large and this reward aims to curb claim abuse.
Meeting of San Antonio musicians and citizens to discuss plans for musical events at the 1918 Bi Centennial Exposition. Beethov en Hall hosts the Wednesday gathering called by Mrs Eli Hertzberg with speakers including D J Woodward and Nat M Washer.
Local car service at 216 Soledad Street lists Cr. 5100 and 4190 with new 900 rates of $1.5 and $2 per hour. Dentist Dr J K Foster advertises in Gibbs building.
O'Connell Loan Co. at 112 E. Houston Street advertises loans on diamonds watches and jewelry.
A natural historian and lecturer R N Krail will give a public talk at the Y M C A Thursday night at 8 at the center. The event invites the community to attend.
Eagles hold their annual ball at Turner Hall on Saturday evening February 5 1916 with an admission of 50 cents and ladies free. John Souter provides the music.
The report lists goals to enhance the southern town district with Nogalitos street paving among actions. Officers named include A. G. Gittlinger as vice president and W. R. Hood as secretary.
Satisfied customers recommend Red Swan Coffee to friends noting high quality and consistent flavor. Reinhard & Co Graduated Roasters is highlighted for excellence in sourcing and roasting methods acclaimed by patrons.
The fragment notes Cowles Auto Livery-Crockett with rate cards showing $1.50 and $2 per hour alongside a report of a victim receiving medical care and no arrest made. No further details on the incident or people are provided.
The home of Mrs. Erich Specht at 418 Mission Street was entered between 7 and 10 Monday night while the family was away. A crescent shaped brooch, a pearl set, a bracelet, about $3 in change, and other items were taken after a screen was cut to gain entry.
Local ad states Alamo Jewelry Co at 315 Ena Yap Yin Vv offers to buy or trade old gold silver diamonds and coins from customers seeking cash or exchange options.
The Duliing Printing Co advertises 1917 calendars with a 10 percent extra discount for larger orders. It invites customers to call an agent at Crockett 3338 for details and to obtain 600 samples.
Tired from an accident on Monday afternoon T. D. Smith of 207 Duffield Street was thrown from his buggy when the horse reared on Erie Avenue. He sustained bruises and was taken home after the incident.
Auto reported missing by A J Adams of Saspameco Texas. Theft occurred Monday afternoon while car was left on East Houston street. Police have a description but no trace by Tuesday afternoon.
An early 20th century advertisement touts a 25 cent meal at Boston Lunch located at 104 East Houston with oysters offered at 20 cents a dozen.
Thieves broke into John Bolm’s barber shop at 719 East Houston Street Monday night and stole 80 cents from the cash register after forcing a door. The burglary was discovered Tuesday morning and reported to police.
Eugene Cavasas of 626 South San Saba street was struck and knocked down by a car near the West Houston and Laredo streets intersection at 5:30 Monday afternoon. He escaped with slight injuries. The driver of the car provided immediate aid.
Messenger Boys serve Sureddin area from Hicks Building with watch sales by W Davis. Elgin and Waltham timepieces offered with easy payments and credit options. Phones listed for contact.
The H L Wesner Drug Co promotes Mio na as a great dyspepsia remedy sold under a money back guarantee. Customers pay 50 cents upfront and can get a refund if the box does not relieve stomach distress after use. The ad asserts Mi o na improves digestion and vitality.
John Richter assumed duties as city building inspector replacing Emmett T. Jackson who resigned effective February 1. Richter will issue permits when inspections do not require outside presence. a clerk will handle the office during his absence.
W. G. Schuwirth & Co. advertises sewer connections and plumbing services at 231 Commerce St with phone Crockett 641 for Crockett area customers.
B L Raborn was chosen president of the South Side Improvement Club at a meeting of citizens and property owners held in Fest hall on South Flores street Monday night. The body was organ
Bedford Indiana man describes severe cough after lagrippe. He lost weight and grew very thin. He used Foley's Honey and Tar, took two bottles and recovered to normal weight. Product touted as a safe reliable remedy offered by A M Fischer druggist.
The funeral for H. W. Tremlett, who died Sunday, was held at 4 PM Monday from the family residence 220 East Mitchell Street. Rev. R. Y. Barber of St. John's Episcopal Church conducted services and interment followed in Hermann Sons cemetery. Tremlett, born Hanover Germany June 4 1860, came to the United States at age 17. He is survived by his widow Alice Tremlett a son James W. Tremlett of Copper Mountain British Columbia three daughters Lillie Gertrude Nel ma and three sisters in Germany.
Reese Wilson aged 58 died at his home 61 Russell Place Monday morning. His body was taken Tuesday to Lockhart, Texas, with his widow and relatives. Interment will be in Lockhart under Masons auspices, after which his remains will come to San Antonio. He edited and published the Lockhart Register for 22 years.
Mrs Sophie Pfeiffer 33 native of Buttercut Texas died at her home on South Alamo street at 7 o clock Monday night. She resided in the city eight years and is survived by her mother Mrs Kircher and sister Miss Tillie Kircher. Funeral arrangements not announced.
Local business listing for Shelley Loring Undertaking Co offering automobile equipment and related services with contact numbers. Includes two phone listings and notation Ady for advertising.
W R Schreiner of Kerrville is registered at the St. Anthony. R B Russell of Corpus Christi is among arrivals at the Gunter. EK S Robinson of Dallas is stopping at the Gunter. H O Knight of Galveston is a guest at the Menger. F H Reid of Cincinnati is registered at the St. Anthony. Mr and Mrs John Kirkpatrick of Rich man Center Wis are guests at the Menger. W J Jones of Denison is at the Menger. F E Graham of Houston is an arrival. J Y Hutcheson of Victoria are guests at the Gunter. N B Hamilton of Port Aransas to stopping at the Gunter. EK B Edwards and Vernon Porter of San Benito are among arrivals at the St. Anthony. B N Garrett of San Francisco is stopping at the Menger.
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