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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1910
Page
6
The article outlines a contest offering eight splendid Critizer Critzer watches in 14k gold, with one winner per district. Movements are 15 jewel quality, options include open faces plain or engraved cases, and winners may choose from major brands like Figia Waltham or Geneva.
A fragmented 1909 advertisement outlines a water irrigation claim for Cross S Farm, praising a mineral-free, drought-proof water source that supports year round crops including corn onions nuts and fruit. It notes contest prizes from Auto Sales and Supply Co and mentions Studebaker vehicles and gala watches for top finishers.
In Corpus Christi district eight, a special prize will go to the highest vote outside the capital prize. The grand prize includes a 30 horsepower five passenger touring car, hailed as one of the speediest autos, with value to be announced later. A ten acre Cross-8 ranch farm is also part of the awards, plus a $500 annuity for the winner’s livelihood.
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