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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1913
Page
9
San Antonio motorists report theft and pursuit of a car dealer fraudulent buyer, with A Boynd identified as the alleged thief. The chase ends with recovery of the vehicle in Hillshoro and a court lodging on related charges. Local auto news covers tours, stock, and upcoming Galveston endurance run details and prize items.
TH King of the ord sales Company and Deputy Sheriff An toni Newean report returning from Billsboro with stories of a thief who possessed a charming person. The details suggest a local crime incident and pursuit, with named local figures involved and notes of a suspect seen in Billsboro.
A scrambled historical clipping discusses area development near Corpus and San Antonio, noting delays in waterways and utilities. It mentions Colonel Richy and community leaders, urging cooperation with southern neighbors, and references planned projects, governance, and future opportunities for residents.
San Antonio residents petition to use part of San Pedro Springs Park known as the Rock Quarry for athletic field use. City officials grant the request with supervision by park custodian and park commissioner. Another petition for Drackenrlige Barle land use for athletic field sent to city attorney for opinion.
Major J B Nyemayie, the sanitary officer who oversaw the 1911 Gettysburg reunion camp here, set new standards in planning and execution. The camp housed 66 600 men with remarkable healthfulness. He received a gold medal from the people and a commendation from Secretary of War Garrison for his service, remembered for rescue work during earlier river floods.
The piece reports on culture and a distant event with a focus on a top mill theme and involved groups including OF-Men and others. It highlights a notable social gathering and a public discussion around traditional arts and modern craft.
In Apwanpa Georgia voters cast direct ballots for the United States senator for the remainder of Augustus Bacon’s term ending March 4, 1929. Bacon, nominated to succeed himself, is unopposed after a Democratic primary and holds office by appointment until the next legislature selects a successor.
The notice promotes an evening at the Red Garden featuring Instrumental Soloists led by Signor Artury Lugati. Patrons are invited to enjoy music and select performances with a focus on fine dining and theatre ambience. Union Meat Company is advertised in coordination with the event.
A broker in distressing rage over a severed pipe claim faces a relief mission. In winter 93 he and companions battled ice fields near Bonne Bay and Hay Islands. They fought through pack ice to save and bring all craft safely to shore, enduring great danger.
A convention of the Mexican state Bandas school will be held at the Mesxican Mettiettat Church starting at eleven. It invites Protestant Mexican churches in Texas with about twenty from outside towns expected. Three sessions will run daily from 9:30 to 11:40, 2:30 to 4:20, and 7:40 p.m. Rev. J A Pillip, pastor, is in charge. Rev EL Sein will be principal speaker.
Resolutions urge voters to support Friday events and to back both the oil and school levies in the upcoming election. A note calls the plan “Physeesian” and marks the issues as most important. A next meeting is set for Monday night to appoint a house master and discuss duties. Gas and Electric Company reports arc lamp metalling at several corners.
The 1912 tax valuations show Bexar at 105,337,800, Dallas at 425,650,000, with most large counties reporting progress though delays persist in some areas. The article notes that numerous counties have not yet sent figures to the comptroller while detailing industry, water, and infrastructure concerns within the region.
Board directors set for Wednesday afternoon to discuss the annual beauty contest and yard display, with plans to photograph winners for exhibition. The meeting may arrange showing slides in other Texas cities, plus details on expenses and arrangements.
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