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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1915

Page

2

Masons Gather in Austin for State Reunion Event

Masons from across Texas convene in the Scottish Rite Cathedral for the annual reunion. The largest class in the order’s history is to be initiated with degrees. Governor James Ferguson, the Chamber of Commerce, and cattlemen’s convention reports feature in committee updates. Final plans for entertainment and publicity are to be set at Thursday night sessions.

Austin James Will Cole Jaiis FE Ferenson Chamber of Commerce Zuni Whak Stu Ate

Gran Quivera Meeting Promises Cattlemen’s Convention

The Gran Quivera event announces a convention for cattlemen with committees reported and a gathering to discuss activities. Attendees will meet at a designated venue, with events and presentations outlined for the day.

Gran Quivera

Light Auto Contest Entries Grow Amid Clipped Ballots

A lengthy notice details the ongoing Light Auto Contest with widespread public interest and many ballots clipped. It notes February dates, entry procedures, and the goal of securing subscriptions through contest votes, urging readers to clip forms and participate.

Indoor circus offers a full three floor attraction

An indoor circus on Commerce street advertises a three floor spectacle featuring trained animals on the first floor, freaks and living skeleton on the second, and music and dancing on the third. Special concerts are announced for Saturday and Sunday with a program by Professor J M Acagna. Dancing follows chess programs and Miss Josephine Larch hosts a Wednesday soaps event.

Mallen Commerce Street ML Acagna Josephine Larch

Delayed paving plan for South Laredo street delayed

A committee of property owners submitted the postponement proposal to Mayor Brown. Epstein and associates discussed the Katy water station project near South Laredo street and possible routes, with conditions tied to station construction and city action.

South Laredo Pacis Brown Mildebrand Katy Gary Wien Rowelestimigia Company Pontine

No Danger of Wheat Shortage Nationwide Says Agriculture Dept

Washington D C February 16 The Agriculture Department released a public statement assuring there is no danger of a wheat shortage in the United States Despite reports of shortages the department Multiplied surplus wheat and grain stocks to cover domestic needs and export potential The statement cites an estimated total supply near 967 million bushels for the year with large carryovers from last year and a new crop expected to be available by July It notes lower prices for several foods and projects substantial exports but warns the nation should have enough to meet normal requirements through the coming year

Wassington D. C United States Tnucmbas Vorn Sue United Jumero Denmark Unly Switzerland Kingdon Bretes Cadla Caynde

Mozart Society to Present Debut Concert at Beethoven Hall

The San Antonio Mozart Society, a women’s chorus of about 100 voices, will debut at Beethoven Hall at 8:15 Thursday evening. Conducted by ArO War Claasset, soloists include James H. Roséra, Robert Kampmann, Maurice M. Matthews, Joseph Cima, and Cliff Drescher. Performances feature overtures, Mozart selections, and pieces by Schubert, Chopin, and Techaikawnky Eminett Rountree with Mrs Emmett Rountree at the piano.

San Antonio Joseph Cima Cliff Drescher Vienna James H. Roséra San Antonio Mozart Society Caprice Viennois Breissler Schubert Blaurice M. Mathews Misa Ruth Bingaman Hang Lotes Flower Sthumayn-Cleaksen

Miss Lee Presents Rare White House Plate to Wilkerson

Washington February 18 Miss Mary Curtis Lee daughter of General Robert J. Lee presented to Miss Margaret Wilkon toy the White House collection a presidential china plate. The piece is described as the finest in the collection and honors Washington with a gift from American officers of the Cincinnati Society.

Washington B.C Mary Curtis Lee Robert J. Lee Margaret Wilkon White House Pinto Hortery Cincinnati

School Board Delays Appointments Amid Survey Findings

San Antonio school board debates reappointing Superintendent Jaurkin as Prof. J. I. Tabbit's survey report suggests possible opposition. Members consider postponement until the survey is reviewed. The board also weighs building problems at Hignhind Park and adopts a policy requiring a state ment from the school architect before new buildings become board property. Telephones to be installed in 38 public schools by Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone.

Michtes J. Lutein J. i. Tabbit San Dantonio Jaurkin Schoola Miner Frederick Verrell Bat Tial Mil Fey Bobbli Walton Hyod Sam Antris Nathan de. Terrell H Ue Yating Wallaw Hood Lenn Mierick Gregn Cy Bechtel Lou Lee Aehant G. Bechtel Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company Marth J. Arnald

Vinol Promises Restored Health for Nervous Teacher

A Pennsylvania teacher described exhausting work, insomnia, and loss of appetite. After trying Vinol, her sleep improved, appetite returned, and she felt stronger. She praised Vinol as a fine medicine and a useful tonic endorsed by doctors.

Alourds Toga M Keller Albuers Miss Keller Return Vorcolo A. A. Ember Unigniet EL. Wayaterta de Lunn Georee Keonc Alder's Uharmay Apamany Drink

City approves funds for school garden and site work

The council granted permission for a city school garden project and related improvements. A donation of 1500 by rites for garden setup was announced. Officials ordered balances and projected costs, with approval to proceed at the school site and yard area.

Tha Supreme Court Pepmissinn Merndot Texas Industrial Congres Theredoni Erie

Plan For A Banquet Of Salesmen By Manufactures Club

The Manufacturers' Club plans a "salesmen's banquet" to be attended by men employed by firms holding membership in the Manufacturers' Club. The event aims to gather salesmen to discuss problems encountered on the road and is to be finalized at the semi-annual meeting next Tuesday. Secretary C. Co. Leel reports rising interest in the club's label contest, with about 70 youths collecting San Antonio labels for points. Over a million labels from sixteen firms have been received, and the secretary stores counted labels in large packing boxes, raising questions on storage as receipts continue.

Jolding Sleb Manufactutore Tucsdy C. Co. Leel San Antonio Eixteen Teri Lest

Austrians Seize Kolomes After Two Days of Battle

Telegrams from Viena report Austrian forces, after two days of heavy fighting, occupy the town of Kolomes in Bukovina. The assault drove Russians from their last positions near the Pruth River, clearing the bridge area. About 2000 prisoners taken along with machine guns and light cannon. total prisoners estimated at around four thousand. Governor Ferguson addresses the Third District Bankers at Austin.

Ibnna Leudonm Vieni Kolomes Bukovina Kolamea Aly ‘Ane Pruth Austin Tex Third District Bankers’ Association H. . Hult Brennan Lb. J. Seaneder American National Bank Sctrelany Merguson Pete Rien

Fells of Lent in Pastoral Message

The bishop cites Lent’s beginnings and its role in guiding spiritual life. He urges restraint from public amusements and urges faithful attendance, charity, and prayer, stressing love as God’s universal appeal and the cross as the highest expression of law.

Rey Wilam T. Capere West Dexa Bishop Capers Faust St. Paul

Unclear text on weight gain and nutrition products

Fragmented passage discusses weight gain products and nutrition claims, mentioning methods to increase body mass and purported effects. It references names and places in a garbled manner, with warnings about questionable results and consumer use.

Dormitory Fire at Graysville Injures Three Girls

CHATTANOOGA Tenn Feb 18 The girls dormitory at the Southern Training School Seventh Day Adventists Graysville Tenn burned early today About fifty girls escaped unharmed three jumped from a second story window suffering slight bruises Financial loss is small Also from Quincy Illinois Feb 18 Rigs Pianschmidt on trial for the murder of his family near Quincy was found not guilty by a jury at Princeton Ill This was his third trial with two prior acquittals or convictions not specified The report notes wartime price increases and economic strain reflecting broader anxiety

Chattanooga Tenn Southern Training School of the Seventh Day ‘Adventists Graysville Amall Quincy Fil Rigs Pianschmidt Quinny Princeton Ill Mammiss Cinclimat Aquirer

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