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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1916
Page
8
Louis Utley, a Black man and the first of four inmates in Harris County to be executed, was hanged today for the murder of W. Clint Harless, a constable at Spring. He bid a brief farewell and smiled as he faced death. A stray humorous line from a Philadelphia newspaper clipping is included in the passage.
A proposed overhaul of the War Department governance of the quartermaster general’s office seeks to remove full budget control from a single official. Critics say the change would curb potential graft and expose misuses, noting alleged stock replenishment issues and declining reserve supplies under current leadership. The issue gains attention after pending army bills are settled.
At a mass meeting in Harper Texas the crowd urged the Gillespie County commissioners to call an election to issue $70,000 in bonds for good road construction in this justice precinct. highway engineer B K Coghlan from A and M College spoke and a petition was signed by farmers and business leaders. The slogan is Better Roads for Harperland and locals are optimistic the measure will pass.
Since September the Industrial Accident Board has logged 12689 accidents under the employers liability act. January records lead with 2143 incidents. Five months show 47 fatalities, including 17 in September and 123 in January.
A 12 year old girl in an uptown apartment house declares engagement to Tommy, son of a neighbor, prompting mother's alarm. The exchange reveals a child engagement and a request to kiss, reported in Youth's Companion.
A Kansas City Journal account presents a heated exchange over an extraordinary event claiming a workman on a twenty-story building dropped a bolt from a clear sky. The dialogue shows disbelief and insistence on eyewitness testimony amidst sensational talk.
About 300 to 400 attendees gather at the Gunter Hotel for the YWCA fiftieth anniversary observance in San Antonio with talks by Ruth Muir Fjed Milburn and others. The event marks the national jubilee as associations telegraph and a nominating committee selects the directors for the coming year.
A bustling old ad invites readers to mail a slip and 5c to Foley & Co. Chicago for a triad package of Foley Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets. Sold by A. M. Fischer, druggist.
Governor Capper appealed to Kansas residents to aid in feeding wild birds dying from a hard ice cover across the state. He noted the winter conditions block food access and urged farmers in particular to help save the quail. The advisory comes as thousands perish.
Doctors report grip illness causes kidney stress and back pain. Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root advertised as kidney liver bladder remedy with sample offer and price details. Available through druggists and mailed samples from Dr Kilmer Co.
In Rome the Montenegrin queen mother allegedly refused Italian hospitality and spent the night in a sleeping car en route to Lyons the new Montenegrin capital. Queen Helena reportedly visited next morning and a reconciliation followed amid accusations that King Nicholas conspired with Austria.
In Indianapolis on February 1 the United Mine Workers convention defeated a proposal to exclude national guardsmen and state constabulary. The leadership then adopted a resolution urging the AFL and state federations to push laws banning military forces and private gunmen as strike breakers. Minor changes were made to the union's organic law.
Assistant Attorney General Luther Nickels, at the request of the state tax board, will represent the board in injunction suits filed by International and Great Northern railway across 38 Texas counties over intangible tax valuation. The railroad claims no intangible assets or assets far below the board’s figure, while in receivership.
The White Star freight steamer Bovie arriving from Manchester said wireless messages indicate two ships were recently lost at sea. One was the British tanker Apalachee in government service. the other was an unknown steamer whose crew was rescued by the Finald.
Dr. Max Starkioff recalls a friend famed for a touching style who apologizes for not repaying a one dollar debt from June. He offers two dollars to clear the debt and begin the new year anew.
A Massachusetts man constructs an armored automobile with a curved steel shell designed to deflect rifle bullets from any angle, showcasing a novel defense vehicle concept.
Relief comes instantly with a dose of Pape's Cold Compound taken every two hours for up to three doses. It opens clogged nostrils, relieves nasal discharge, sore throat, feverishness, and headache. Costs 25 cents at drug stores and tastes pleasant.
Six fires caused about 1700 in damage from Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning. Injuries included a severe facial burn to EK E Rankin, a contractor. Notable blazes struck Mrs. M. J. Frazier at 324 Belmont Street and a rooming house on 306 East Commerce Street owned by J. C. Dielmann. Other fires affected Albert Pridgett at 320 Walnut Street, Mrs. Neal at 428 Martin Street, a child at 1427 Avenue D, and J. M. Hawkins at 1501 North Hackberry Street. Insurance covered most losses.
An alumni association for Harris School No 17 was formed at a Monday meeting. Lewis Merbith was elected president, Charles Cain vice president, Edith Griffen secretary, and Lucille Hamilton treasurer. A constitution and by laws committee was named.
A Chicago packer remarks that the public believes beef packers profit easily and shows a calf killed by a motorcar as a money example. He notes a passerby asking about stock-raising licenses and explains the calf belonged to no one. The driver offered five dollars, illustrating a quick payoff. Source: Philadelphia Public Ledger.
George Banzhof, U S farm demonstration agent, told the South Texas farm demonstration agents conference at the Gunter hotel that deep thorough seed beds are essential. He cited centuries of practice and noted deeper plowing stores moisture, feeds deeper roots, and boosts yields, urging fall plowing and humus to improve storage.
The piece argues proprietary medicines must prove merit and face competition. It cites Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, after forty years of success, as a large selling, dependable remedy women can trust.
Reports from military zones under General Jacinto Trevino say the northern region of Mexico is nearing full pacification. The Arrieta brothers renew loyalty to the Carranza government while Calixto Contreras and Benamin Argumedo’s bands face amnesty after defeats at Pasaje and Cuencame.
Corpus Christi reports a strong north wind late yesterday and heavy cold throughout the night with freezing temperatures possible tonight. The piece notes national electric output: 14 billion kilowatt hours from 6521 central stations last year.
A weight gain scheme targets thin folks, warning against stimulants and random foods. It promotes Sargol as a harmless, inexpensive flesh builder claimed to boost digestion so food becomes fat laden blood. Agents H L Wagner and others offer refunds if not satisfied with results.
A 50 cent Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound ad claims it darkens gray or faded hair quickly. It touts natural, even color, stops dandruff and itching, and promises a youthful appearance after one or two applications, noting millions of bottles sold.
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