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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1917
Page
10
After July 1 reservations for berths in Pullman cars may be made only after railway tickets are purchased. Refunds for unused berths are handled by the Pullman Company general ticket agent in Chicago. The company reserves the right to judge if reasons for nonuse merit a refund. Reservations may be made by telephone or telegraph only from outside points lacking ticket outlets.
A Berlin observatory boasts the world’s most accurate clock kept in an airtight glass cylinder in its basement. The claim centers on extraordinary precision and the unique containment that supposedly preserves stability.
A July Fourth celebration at the fairgrounds features an Army race meet with ponies in polo fashion and horses under government ownership. Capt. Stevenson and Lieut. Raborg head an entertainment squad planning air maneuvers and artillery cavary displays for the War Recreation Board fundraiser. The event aims to raise at least $5000 for soldiers entertainments with numerous civic groups organizing committees and volunteer roles.
Colonel Samuel P D Sturgis commander of the Seventh Field Artillery will be dinner guest of officers of the Seventh Nineteenth and Twentieth regiments at the Menger Hotel Wednesday night He is nominated as brigadier general by President Wilson and is noted for long service abroad and in the United States He formerly commanded the Third Field Artillery at Fort Sam Houston and the First Field Artillery in Hawaii.
The county commissioners Tuesday afternoon appointed Louis Uussett as special motorcycle deputy sheriff with authority to arrest speeders and anyone who drops glass or debris on county roads. They noted tarinated roads are used as race courses after dark and beer parties contribute broken bottles on the highways.
Sheriff John W. Tobin and Sheriff Albert R. Mace planned the Texas Sheriffs Association convention for July 10-12 in the city. They discussed an aviation meet at Camp Kelly, a Mexican sapper event, and an al fresco luncheon at Brackenridge Park, expecting about 400 officers and spouses to attend.
A woman reprimands Tommy for not giving his seat to his father as he mocks the idea of reaching for a strap. The exchange hints at family tension aboard a Boston transit scene with humor in the reply.
An ad filled page noting events at Turner Hall with a Printers' Band Ball and elaborate electrical effects. It also lists various local ads for Cuban girl care, lawyers, jewelry and loans, plus a Thursday half-day bakery delivery plan and nearby services in San Antonio.
Tuesday afternoon John L. Richter city building inspector presented a diamond studded badge to Chief Bishop amid an official ceremony. The formal presentation took place in the city building as part of the installation events.
Mrs Elsie J Van der Sande of Paterson New Jersey credits Lydia E Pinkham remedies with restoring her health after long constitutional fatigue back pain irregular cycles and nervous troubles She reports rapid improvement after using Vegetable Compound and Blood Purifier and endorses the products to other women Write to Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts for confidential advice.
Juneteenth celebrations continue in San Antonio marking June 19 the emancipation decree. Activities began Tuesday at San Pedro Park and will run through Saturday with community events and tributes.
Two Mexican men were arrested Tuesday afternoon on a Department of Justice complaint by special agent W. A. Wiseman for selling liquor to soldiers without a license. An examining trial is set for Thursday, June 21, at 2:30 p.m. before Commissioner R. L. Edwards.
A small fire damaged a garage and servants quarters at Alfred Duerler's premises, 210 East Elmira Street, just before 11am Wednesday, confined to the origin room. A false alarm prompted several fire companies to rush to South Presa Street at 2am Wednesday. A large brush fire near Los Angeles Heights at 3:50pm Tuesday caused residents to fear a house fire.
A thief entered L. N. Neely’s residence at 2715 West Commerce Street while the family was away Tuesday night and took $160. Police were notified. Thieves also broke into Kirkwood and Wharton at 231 West Commerce Street Tuesday night but nothing was stolen.
An automobile owned by Otto I. Beck of 110 Newton Street was damaged about 25 dollars when another car backed into it near Fast Houston and Chestnut Streets. The driver of the other car, described as a negro chauffeur, was arrested by motorcycle patrols.
An article notes Officer D. T. Neal faces a charge of carelessly operating an automobile. The listing also advertises 1000 Dodgers 6x9 prints for $2.00 monthly and notes various local events and services including Dulling Printing Co and Otto Zoller offerings.
Willett's Orchestra Crockett 3210 advertises a young lady wanted for book keeping and clerical duties. Must be capable of holding a responsible position. Applicants to respond in their own handwriting with age education references and experience at address A 646 Light. 1 Adv.
The board adopted the 1917 18 budget prepared by Paul Scholz and J Hill Grover, showing a maintenance fund surplus near 100 000 and expenditures about 35 000 under estimates. Total funds indicate a 66 301 31 surplus in interest and sinking, with building funds still ample after contracts. Estimated receipts equal 764 675 while expenditures total 703 380 leaving 61 295 for next year. Bond issue status shows 217 240 27 remaining with 198 662 21 in expenses leaving 18 572 06 balance.
Patrons of Sam Houston School No 1 push for a four room addition to relieve crowding while Lakeview Additions residents seek a new school for 100 plus pupils walking a mile. Bids opened for finishing hardware and sidewalks. locks and gravel bids require new calls. Plumbing funds set, art room work approved, painting contract awarded, business manager salary raised, back taxes and lawsuits handled by appointed officials.
Frances E Willard school under Principal Grace Reed supports the war drive. Evelyn Stein, age 11, raised funds by raffling a $2.50 gold piece to buy a life membership for the Red Cross, helping the school reach 525 dollars for Red Cross and 51650 in Liberty Bonds. Ten Boy Scouts earned medals for selling ten bonds each, with two Scouts in Miss Sue Bradley's room selling 29 bonds each.
The Cincinnati Times-Star notes that Liberty Bonds sparked the release of hoarded money. Currency emerged from long hiding as funds flowed to the sub-treasury, with bank notes once led by L. B. Harrison and gold coins reappearing, contributing to Uncle Sam’s war chest.
Fort Sam Houston Texas invites sealed proposals in duplicate for furnishing cord wood to Southern Department stations and camps from August 1 1917 to June 30 1918. Proposals due by 11 00 a m July 5 1917 with further information available on request Adv.
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