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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1916
Page
10
A customer’s claim that eggs were unfit for human consumption led Judge Lowther in the Police Court to assess a $25 fine against the dealer on Tuesday morning. The judge suspended $20 of the penalty, to be held in escrow.
Theodore Anderson city pure food inspector filed the complaint alleging a dealer sold eggs with a bad guarantee. Fifteen cents worth of eggs, five claimed bad, led to arrest and conviction under state law requiring dealers to guarantee every egg sold.
John R. Lunsford, a well known Texas newspaper man, was appointed managing editor of the Austin American. The Austin American is the morning daily newspaper of the city.
In Paris at the American Chamber of Commerce dinner M. P. Peixotto warned of a coming international economic organization and fierce commercial struggle. He said France will control its commerce but needs cooperation and imports of raw materials machinery and manufactured goods from the United States on tariff-equal terms. Thackara and Sharp also spoke.
The Overseas News Agency emphatically denies that Captain Franz von Papen paid money to individuals in the United States to aid attempts to blow up munition plants or bridges. The denial follows British press coverage linked to the Napier letters and Britain’s aim to stir anti Germany sentiment amid improving German American relations.
The Riggin s Hotel a ten story structure built by Mayor J W Riggins has been sold to the Central Texas Hotel Company formed by Albert Pick of Chicago and associates. The price paid was not disclosed.
In Germany researchers found slag from garbage incineration plants is an excellent substitute for gravel in concrete production. This finding supports cement mixes used in construction and could influence material choices for road and building projects.
L L Tully of Springfield Missouri arrives in the city to begin duties as general auditor of the Baker Hotel Association. The association’s chief auditor post was created about a week ago and Tully was notified.
A young white man, recently tried and convicted here and given a two year suspended sentence, is jailed in Waco on a theft charge. Detective Shepard of Waco reports the message to the local detective bureau requesting the prisoner’s records.
O'Connell Loan Co. at 112 E Houston street advertises diamonds watches and jewelry loans and sales offering quick service and appraisal options.
Gil Sureddin reports two 18 year old boys were arrested Monday by Policeman Winters and jailed on charges of stealing milk. Residents on Mason street prompted the arrests. they were sent to juvenile officers. plus Grand Prize Mask Ball details at Hermann Sons Hall with 25 cent admission.
Ed T. Smith reported to police Tuesday morning the plumbing fixtures were stolen from a vacant house at 111 Bois D Arc Street. Four arrests recently cleared up numerous thefts of this character and officers believed they had brought the stealing to a stop.
Public notice seeking information about J W Bradford who resided in Knoxville Tennessee in 1870. Contact K L Stone of The Times New York City with any details regarding his whereabouts or fate.
A public meeting is scheduled in the auditor ium of the Chamber of Commerce Thursday night January 20 to discuss plans for an agricultural campaign the Texas Industrial Congress aims to arrange for Bexar county Lecturers from the congress will address attendees.
Co W Davis advertises Egin and Waltham watches with easy payments and credit terms under the 6114 listing. The short notice highlights flexible installment options for customers seeking timepieces.
The listing shows Cowles Auto Livery at Crockett with fleet 542 and New 342, charging rates of one dollar fifty cents and two dollars per hour.
Secretary John B. Carrington was informed that about seventy five members of the Board of Manufacturers and Cleveland Chamber of Commerce burglars will visit on a Southwest trade trip. Arrangements are being made by the chamber for entertainment of the excursionists.
Local advertisement for sewer connections and plumbing services by W G Schuwirth and Co at 231 West Commerce Street with phone Crockett 641 Ady. Includes contact details for service inquiries and potential openings for work.
Satisfied customers recommend Red Swan Coffee to friends highlighting Reinhard&Co Graduated Roasters as a trusted sourcing and roasting partner.
The case against Mrs. Mary Hopkins for carrying a pistol was passed until January 25 by Judge Nelson Lytle. The court was told the defendant is ill.
An eyewitness from Washington D C testifies in a Federal Court case accusing a young suspect of stealing eighty dollars from Louis Molino. The brief proceedings focus on the alleged theft and identity of the accused.
City detectives arrested a Mexican Monday night in connection with a hotel theft reported Sunday. The informant Molino said a $20 bill given to a roommate for change vanished. detectives are pursuing theft charges in the justice court.
Turkish bath and massage parlor listing for ladies and gentlemen located at 515 Na varro Street opposite the St Anthony Hotel. For patrons seeking spa services in a central downtown area.
Boston Lunch advertises a 25 cent meal and 20 cent per dozen oysters at 104 FE touston.
Defendant in a penitentiary APIS tol-toting case in County Criminal Court faced dismissal by Judge Nelson Lytle because he already serves time. The docket notes show dismissal and the judge ruled the misdemeanor case would be outlawed once liberty was regained.
Alamo Jewelry Co invites customers to trade in or sell old gold silver diamonds and coins at 315 Alamo Plaza offering cash value for valuables.
Dulling Printing Co announces labels available in one to four colors at close prices. Advertisement lists 131 Losoya Street as contact.
County Commissioners met Tuesday to review the revised report by County Highway Engineer Fred Bennett on the expenditure of 550000 in road bond funds. The body plans to publicize the revised findings once finalized.
Dixie Prize Masked Ball announces Saturday January 22 at W. W. Hall with $25 in prizes and 25 cent admission. Willett's Orchestra provides music.
Advertising copy notes folders leaflets printed in up to date style at Dulling Printing Co. An Ady advertisement highlights contemporary design and efficient printing services for local clients. The brief mentions available formats and quick turnaround.
A preliminary meeting for organizing a first aid to the injured class will be at 4 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Young Woman's Christian Association. Mrs. E. S. Parsons, superintendent of the Public Health Nurse Association, will address and organize the class which she expects to conduct. The public is invited to attend.
A detailed electric miniature of the battleship Texas owned by J C Orkins of Boston was displayed at the Y M C A starting Tuesday afternoon. The crowd saw a realistic setup with marching crew band actions and saluting sailors. Proceeds support the Y M C A Boys Department.
A long listing details births by couples with addresses and January dates. Names include New man Soto Garay Holi day Loustaunan Manning Wittenberg Oseransky Huebner Theis Shelton Thratthiff Cervantez Young Leszano Long Lason Thiele and others at various streets and Santa Rosa hospital.
A readable fragment lists individuals including Julian R. Pearson Nena B Brandt Vincent Ruiz Tillian A Gershaw Manuel Mayo Barrendhta Elizabeth A Meyer Jerus Quillan Guadalupe Serrato Pranciaco Scortano Felisita Men OTA Ernest Wale Pauline Steck Edwin J. Crittenden and Flossie Fevereton.
Burial records report Pelar BR Masing aged 23 who died January 16 at 1012 Inadalupe Street. The notice lists burial permits and local docket details for the case.
Brindle Boston terrier lost near the 506 block of Hays and Crockett. If found please contact 4964 for return and reward.
Classified ad rates detailed for The San Antonio Light. One insertion costs 8 cents per word for common ads. four to ten insertions scale from 3 to 7 cents per word. thirty insertions 18 cents per word. Situation wanted ads half price with a 10 cent minimum. Copy must be received by 12 30 p m daily and 10 p m Saturday. late ads go to Too Late to Classify.
All classified advertising orders to run indefinitely must be in writing. No telephone orders for t f ads. Discontinuation orders also require writing and will not be accepted by phone. A stop order receipt is issued when a t f ad is ordered discontinued.
A newspaper notice explains that The Light will incur only one incorrect classified advertisement insertion. The policy outlines responsibility for errors and assigns accountability to the publishing team.
Advertisers gain nationwide reach with Dallas Times Herald Fort Worth Star Telegram El Paso Herald Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Light. Combined daily circulation exceeds 140000 with Sunday at about 170000. Five papers cost 1 for 20 words weekday or 3.20 for three insertions including Sunday. Submit four orders with cash by Thursday noon for Sunday ads.
Stated communications on the first and third Tuesday at eight o'clock. Members of Alamo 44 San Antonio 1079 and visiting brethren fraternally invited. WM. S. Tomey, W. M.
A condensed listing shows multiple rail lines with arrivals and departures from Laredo Houston Waco and Kerrville and Sunset routes. Key services include Sunshine Special Katy Limited Texas Special Fast Mail and Sunset Limited with varied daily and weekly frequencies and connections to St Louis San Antonio Houston Victoria and New Orleans.
Real estate transfers list several 1916 deeds including J H Monroe with Ida Laura Monroe to William Sanger and B F Dittmar. Nellie Rigg to J H Monroe. Frank P and Lizzie Fey to Alex Riedel. R A and Florence AL Porter with others to W S James. W S and Elma W James to Emil Gottschalck. Details include lots, blocks, Beacon Hill, and consideration sums.
A compiled list of 1915 1916 real estate transactions in San Antonio and surrounding areas. Deeds and corrections cover numerous parcels including Madeleine Terrace Alamo Heights Villa Rosa Sunset Place Highland Park Lakeview and more with varied considerations from $1 to cash sums and notes. Names include W H Allen A R Stephens Jacob Bauer Oscar Pesche C F Krause Katie Mann Annié Rennie and others.
E. Ferguson repairs on Hayes street and Herff arena store building on Travis street valued at 2 000 dollars. B R Paine 5 room dwelling on Preston avenue valued 1250 dollars. Marco Gerbic two frame dwellings on West Houston street valued 2500 dollars.
Help wanted at Van Noy Brown News Co to work nights out of town. Apply at 8S P depot.
A short classified notice seeks employment for a young married German. The request asks for sober and industrious help and provides an address at 242 Light.
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