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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1919
Page
7
An incoherent OCR fragment references places such as Dallas and Texas, names like Reena A Mead and Amin Hegue, and mentions health department activity. The text is garbled with many misspellings and rapid topic shifts, giving minimal coherent facts or events to summarize into a clear item. The readable bits suggest health, travel, and regional notes but lack a definite incident or timeline.
County Attorney T J Newton announced in county court that a 15 Newtows ruling requires holding an election in every voting precinct for a February 6 special election to fill the late Otto Walkmarnl term. Court discussed candidate filing and ballot notes with county officials, noting only one female applicant pursued a candidacy while others filed forms for the race.
Secretary Carrington informs that early signup is needed for the Chamber of Commerce trip to the United States. A per person fee of 250 dollars covers expenses. details remain to be finalized as work continues. Rumor says Dallas excursion may shift to Mexico ahead of San Antonio.
A new training school for cavalry officers to secure permanent commissions in the United States Army will open at Fort Sam Houston soon. Lieutenant Colonel Lewis Brown Jr has been named to organize the program as the Army selects Fort Sam Houston as the site. The school aims to prepare prospective officers for Cavalry duties alongside the artillery training programs, with admissions and quotas pending final approval and timing for arrival of key personnel.
The Young Women's Christian Association plans its annual meeting Wednesday evening at 8 o clock at the association ball. About 2000 members are expected, with plans for a new drive announced. May McCann is president and will preside, as committees finalize drive arrangements and attendees prepare for the campaign.
A San Antonio dispute over a merger and road use escalates as opponents, including local auto groups, protest proposed changes. Officials report increased rates and warn broader impacts if further steps are taken, with city and county authorities quoting warnings and instructions.
Agglok uh Coen resignations were received on Mawley by G I Baylor district food administrator and Mine Byrd Wooton, secretary. Notices indicate resignations were expected before February and signed by oak administration. Mike Waster chosen in district food administration offices, while Ty Carrington appears as district administrator. a contractor faced large costs in a project described.
Funeral notices, family tributes, and multiple obituaries from a San Antonio area paper. Names include Mins Bi Mies Kiva Gonzales and several other residents with affiliations to local churches, lodges, and undertakers. Details cover survivors, birthplaces, and funeral arrangements across various dates and venues. The document preserves full names, relationships, and funeral home references with scattered location data.
A damaged notice lists Kingy and McCollum offering undertaking and motor service at Avetius and Pecan with references to Crockett 4107 and The Flowist Arquiement on 8th Street. Details are unclear due to OCR errors.
A garbled report from Ward County describes an oil boom near Pyote with strong gas flow from wells nicknamed the blowitey wetter. The text suggests a large development plan centered around Wort Worth and nearby towns, with local references to cowboys and historical references lacing the scene.
A new well along the river near Urack Bridge Park provides sustained water flow for the bathing pools at Brackenridge Park. Mayor Brit notes the well supports drought resilience, with the federal government funding the project to safeguard summer water supply.
A fractured draft notes pleas to raise salaries for election judges and clerks to improve efficiency. The measure cites daily rates for poll workers and aims to attract capable staff, with the plan discussed in Austin and attested by legislative representatives.
A damaged report outlines a theft with drugs found on a suspect, including morphine and other substances. Police identified the involved individuals and detained them after a Saturday incident, with a soldier reporting injuries and a complaint filed regarding an earlier balance of claims.
A fragmented report cites German Emperor and court figures amid tense conditions and shifting loyalties. The piece references spies, guards, and a cautious court atmosphere shaping ongoing political dynamics.
A garbled OCR fragment recalls a deserted fortress and faded rulers. Names and dates are unclear, but the tone hints at former power and neglect amid a ruined setting. The text weaves scattered phrases about a castle, visitors, and decline.
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