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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1915

Page

8

City to Buy Land From Water Company Disclosed

The city of San Antonio plans to buy a strip of land between Brackenridge Park and River Avenue owned by the San Antonio Water Supply Company. Mayor and commissioners discussed terms with VP R. J. Harding. a formal offer may come at the next meeting. The city aims to remove burden and restore value, with the water company offering favorable long term terms.

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Uncle Sam Oil Company stock boom promises vast profits

A chaotic, heavily garbled advocacy piece urges readers to invest in Uncle Sam Oil Company, claiming vast oil reserves in Oklahoma and Kansas, refinery ventures, and a nationwide distribution network. It touts guaranteed dividends, stock splits, and government-supported monopolistic potential, urging rapid remittances and emphasizing patriotic, populist rhetoric.

Lime Cement Rates Taken Up By Commission At Texas Hearing

Texas hearings on lime and cement tariffs wrap with discussion of proposed rate increases for lime and live stock transport. Witnesses including cattlemen and railroad officials object to higher costs, arguing strains on business and inconsistent application. The Texas railroad commission continues the session amid debate over minimum weight limits and service quality.

Atifcin Tex Jane Railroad Commission Arlnda Ume Promiera Brockinen Gomittesson Wllomacinn Duntage Texas Cattle Malsers” Association Terry Tuiners Dudey Terry Gulveatom Reneral Bunta Puis Tosard Ste Aettun Means Bryer San Antonio Hanveseekera BLI H. M. Garwood Stneet Central Jolong Fryer Saandure George W. Baunders Tan Tivo Stock Commission NS. H. Cortes Sundarsan Terrell County

Railroad revenue needs questioned for rate hike

The official argued railroads would not benefit from increased rates and that proper management could yield enough return from current charges. He warned future price rises could occur if the commission granted the increase and noted cattlemen have faced little income in years while remaining heavy borrowers. He estimated fair returns on cattle investment and disclosed costs to raise cattle to a certain level.

Northwest lumber group forms export control trust

Bealy Washington June 16. Tumber Manufactur era of the Pacific Northwest announces organizing a cooperative to control export lumber. Incorporated with 3200000 cap stock, it will operate in foreign trade only. Organizers submitted the plan to the Federal Trade Commission and say they have discussed it with President Wilson. Ninety of the Northwest’s largest lumber firms support the move.

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Financiers Pleased By British Cotton Shipments Payment

British government paid an installment over 900000 dollars on American cotton seized en route to Sweden. In March and April Britain detained twenty six ships carrying about 200000 bales valued at 12060000 dollars. Banks in New York discounted the drawn rates, with early payments hoped to ease shipper anxieties. Law firm Harrington Bingham Englare arranged proofs of ship meals and prices for Sir Courtenay Bennett to speed claims. Detained cotton to be disposed of in England at contract price. Experts expect all detained cotton settled within the next ten days.

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Kidney Disease Warning and Treatment Urged

Vague health ad warns of kidney and bladder problems causing day pains and night weakness. It urges prompt treatment to avoid worsening symptoms and promotes a product claiming to restore health and vitality.

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