This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1921
Page
5
City commission members push for a standard street naming scheme to aid visitors. They cite disorganized numbering and poor lighting as reasons to adopt a system like New York where streets are grid based. The effort seeks a survey and remedies to improve navigation and overall urban order.
In a Washington briefing, the Federal Reserve Board cited unavoidable absorption of large blocks of reparations bonds in American financial markets. The discussion suggested a clearer trajectory for future adjustment and a more favorable outlook for international trade as postwar settlement debates ease.
A garbled report notes Mayor Black and Park Commissioner Jaonbert with a Chamber of Commerce delegation planning a ride to inspect city projects. It mentions Weselor, garden plans, and street improvements tied to a rail or crossing effort, with various officials noted in a confused sequence.
Telegram from Dover to Mallory lines reports ship owners seeking to avoid a premature settlement with the engineers union. A new board and chairman were appointed, offers were discussed at a conference with unions and Labor Secretary. Government and law issues cited as barriers, while shipowners pledge to stand by their flag and property.
The readable fragments mention a proceeding or meeting date near a midweek day but lack clear names, places, or concrete actions. Details are unreadable, leaving ambiguity about the event, organizers, or deadlines.
The article reports plans to restart the Mexico to Tampico railway project, detailing a 225 mile route from Monterrey to Mexico City via Tampico and Puebla. It notes delays caused by uncertainty, shipping deliveries, and the need for proper addresses to speed shipments and communications.
An item noting the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and Americat tails Way Faxptars company planning an inaugural event, with the address sought at the request of the American tails enterprise. The report references local business collaboration and an upcoming ceremonial activity in San Antonio.
An open letter denounces National Prohibition and the Anti-Saloon League for overreach. It argues for liberty and peace, laments wartime profiteering and alcohol controls, and invites readers to join a petition against Prohibition in the District of Columbia.
Twenty one men were arrested during a Wednesday night police operation on The block and surrounding streets for gaming. Detectives Tohuke and Proudfwt led the first raid with Welock officers, followed by a second sweep on Assreda Street and nearby areas.
In a Wednesday night incident Deputy Fil Cotulla reported car and items seized following a customs check. The vehicle name and other details were unclear due to damaged text but described a seized touring gear and tes items.
Y M C A directors declare a policy to focus on erecting a new San Antonio building and expanding facilities and equipment. They urge broader educational and religious duties, vocational guidance, teacher training, and cooperation with community forces to boost youth life amid city needs.
About 100 members from West Nxae and Fort Worth Chambers of Commerce travel to Mexico City this Sunday morning invited by ON Uk Tinker, manager of the Antphony Muted, with breakfast provided. Delegates will attend in special cars and baggage car, bringing editions of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. S. Baker remains in Metco on business and expects to arrive Saturday to welcome the delegation at breakfast.
A military auction, led by Lieut Be Wo Lachmiller, lists a sale of surplus provost property in San Leon. Sam Bibiu of Lin City is slated to assist as a volunteer bidder. The notice requests participation from eligible buyers and mentions preparation at LexeLlockur Hawi Gow.
Open shop members were elected at a luncheon at the Anthony Hotel with G2 S Mer Blroy June Grovs A Tosi among the directors. The gathering explained the open shop purpose and stressed that it does not imply mandating drasication of labor but rather organizational aims at the labor up. Clifton Gees presided and secretary-manager Sil i uelina presented a summary of the meeting focusing on ownership and open basis hiring. 2 percent of the building dues were noted as paid openly.
A veteran patient reports relief from long standing stomach trouble within a week after using Ware's Black Powder as advertised. The letter claims a mother cured after ten years of suffering and cites sales by druggists for forty years.
A public sale is announced for seized water stock and related items on July 29. The listing includes a nonpayment duty seized cigarette collection from Mexico and a watch seized from a Pullman car. A person arriving from Canada and suspected of bypassing duties is mentioned in connection with the auction.
An article extols Ware's Baby Powder as a cure for infant stomach and bowel troubles and dysentery. It cites testimonials including Mrs. Matte and others, claiming the product saved babies and was sold by druggists, with instructions to mix with sugar and water.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.