Pavilion Condemned by City Council
The San Antonio City Council adopted a resolution condemning the skating rink and dancing pavilion at Electric Park for safety concerns. Building inspectors report prompted enforcement, with the structure to be torn down and fines possible for violations. The meeting also addressed fence height limits, streetcar passenger entry changes, paving projects, and multiple appropriations for city works.
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Mamiastan
Eletric Park
Steves
Cty
Jackson
Natica
Commandoner
San Antonio Alep
Slevin
Smather
San Antonio Traction Company
Garland
North Flores
West Siguston
Tromanaytreats
Kearny
New Fat-Growth Remedy Promises Quick Flesh and Strength
Advertised as a miracle for thin people, Sargel is hailed as a safe, effective fat producing prep aration. It claims to correct weak digestion, nourish the body, and provide added fats for the drood, with endorsements from physicians and prominent figures.
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Beone
Amd
Reciprocal Insurance Charters Debate Austin Action
The article discusses the 34th legislature’s reciprocal insurance act, court opinions on its constitutionality, and potential mandamus to test its validity. It notes two unusual permit requests by insurers: one to organize an investment to guarantee safe delivery by federal parcels and another to insure against flood risks, both deemed improper under existing law.
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Austin
Alice
Inguranes
Patterson
Generaus
O. Uy Cureton
Department of Ingurence and Banking
Persona Res
Ing
Parcelo
Patterson Stig
Issuence
Alo
Tere
Unis Cliss
Hasardn
City considers widening San Pedro Creek area on North Commerce
The city plans a substectory arranement for long aerestory to widen the San Pedro Creek on the north side of Commerce Street. An appropriation of about 20 000 to 30 000 will be introduced at the council meeting Thursday. A conference with property owners led to terms, with tunneling under buildings proposed to create a wider channel and reduce flood damage north of Commerce Street. South of Commerce a port at Steves Street would be used, with the Sac Antonio Belt Terminal Railway Co taking part in the widening as part of its franchise.
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Kerry
Usdias
West
Laurel Etrest
San Pedro Avenue
Sis Pontes Ceeok
Theoptrael
Pettiluna
Comminsoner Girland
San Antonio Traction Company
Porter Streets
Bowls Street
Lambert
Np-Q
Bath-Neise
Eleanor Brackenrage
Burg Street
Kearny
Gillette
Sewane
Concepcion Rons
West Hue
Castittas
Ouilad
iMayor Brown
San Pedro
Brown
San Pedro Strek
Houston Street
Commerce Street
Steves Street
Delarosa Street
Sac .Antinio Belt & Terminal Railway
Com- 7
Forest Service praised in Houston letters to chief forester
Washington June 22 Secretary Houston endorsed the Forest Service in two letters to Chief Forester Graves describing his experience as valuable and praising collaboration with forest users. He called for improvements in the Coconte and Teanga forests and noted ongoing concerns.
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Washington, D. C
Crom
Four of the Nations
Houston
Graves
Forest Service
Coconte
Teanga
Arizqua
Whieh
Mike
Hi Tore Reese
Differential Rates on Melons May Be Stopped at Austin Hearing
At a Texas hearing in Austin, witnesses debated proposed tariff changes on perishable produce including melons, cucumbers, and other fruits and vegetables. Shippers warned price rises could boost refrigeration costs and freight, influencing market values. some advocated abolishing the differential entirely while others sought limited increases with railroad concessions.
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Austin
AP Botey
Niny
Skye
Uus
Marin
Hugigl
Chia
Interstein
Reise Fur
He Ratirauds
Ba T. Mars
Deas Ke Oratary
Texas
Wichita Falls
Mayfeld
Differentis
Byars
Toy Campbell
San Antonio
Seaboard
New York City
Heypt
Berbamx
Sam C. Smith
Houston
Fepre
Preventing Acid Stomachs and Food Fermentation
A fragmentary historic note discusses stomach acidity and fermentation, noting excessive activity within the stomach, issues from fermentation and gas, and claims of a particular tonic or remedy that claimed to rebalance digestion and relieve symptoms.
Inflammed Eczema On Whole Body Wall of Text Appears
A reader from College Park Maryland describes widespread skin inflammation with feverish burning and sleepless nights. The narrative details creams, ointments, and a month-long ordeal relieved in a week by a particular treatment. The letter discusses product recommendations and a public notice about railway proposals.
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Colgeis
Maryland
Bandai
Brik Hk Ratra
Fortes
Rio Grande Valley Rain Shortage Affects Crops and Irrigation
Rain scarcity grips the Rio Grande Valley with six inches needed for the season. J Gore of the state board of water engineers cites drought conditions after visiting Brownsville and others. Louisiana-Texas Grande Cache Company plans irrigation for 35,900 acres, with 12,000 acres in corn and about 200 acres of sugar cane. Commissioner Davis notes crop delays in Cooke and Grayson counties, peaches near Whitesboro, and general drought impact, with Love expected to visit soon.
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Austin
Rio Grande Valier
J & Gore
State Board of Water Engineers
Brownsville
AirAlien
Board of Engineers
Jue
Ihe Company
Corr
Davis
Wooujue
Cooke County
TB Chapman
Texas
Whitesboy
Grayson County
Dexa
Love
Drowned in Bath Tub at GaLesville Tragedy
In GaLesville Tot Lattie baker aged four years drowned in a bathtub. Daughter of Dr and Mrs EB Baker. The incident occurred at their home as neighbors and family attempted aid. The baby was found submerged and efforts to revive failed. Local officials investigated but details remain unclear.
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Galesville
Tot
Lnne
Baker
Dirs
Bator
Luele aCkar
Austin Retail Merchants Convene At State Meeting
Reported at Austin the annual convention of the State Retail Merchants Association with A W Griffin of Austin presiding. Governor Byrdson and officials delivered remarks as officers were elected and plans announced for forthcoming meetings and awards.
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Austin
Saris Boriisis
Marchanty Association
A. W. Crifflin
Typocal Associetion
Ittur
Eluqselit
Alenresn
Weleams
Luma Bret
Mulestre
Die Belirchounty
Aasachetton
Pdectou
Sorreiarior
Mead 1
Bieter
SS Sallasts
Bennetts
Shires
Cnees
San Anegie
Warning to Delinquent City Taxpayers in San Antonio
A stern notice from the City Commission of San Antonio warns all delinquent taxpayers. The document outlines penalties, interest, and the month of September as a critical period for payment to avoid higher charges. It notes the 1916 date and references the city’s aim to compel payment of back taxes and settle the last fiscal year. The notice mentions the Comptroller and the state departments adopting stricter collection measures.
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Chi
Amin
Olinow Gaslys
Sain San
Hemmers
Vanengsian
Lisa Youn
Evers
Noanp
City Commission
SOTTY
San Antonio
Beauty Treatment for Clear Skin and Shiny Hair
The article promotes a home beauty regimen claiming to improve complexion and hair appearance. It describes mixing water with small amounts of substances to create a smooth paste for cleansing and skin conditioning, plus a shampoo recipe to reduce dust effects and perspiration. It emphasizes cheap, simple steps to achieve a matte, soft, velvety complexion and healthier hair.
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Leslie
Grand Opera House Presents Thaw and Chaplin Feature Night
Eselyn Nesbit Thaw appears at the Grand with son William Russell Thaw and partner Jack Clifford amid a strong cast in Threads for Destiny. Charlie Chaplin stars in The New Janitor with The Living Dead two reel drama to close the program. Also showing are Marguerite Clark in She Pretty Star of Tee, Eddleman and Dupree cabaret, and local vaudeville acts with Evelyn Nesbit Thaw's film debut drawing big crowds at the Empire.
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Evelyn Nexbit
Grand
Byalyn Neal
Destiny
Tory
Krenels X. Bysaman
Tere
Uauni
Eselyn Nesbit
Chis
Imuck
Marguerite Chirk
Empire
Akurguerite
Taie
Msss Clark
Sureen
Ares
Alwiys
Eddleman Saud Dupree
Hingleree
Chanita
Chartes
Fensy
Brand
Griffith
Blanch Sweet
Robert Marron
Charles West
Charlie H. Mailes
Arthur Johnson
Lottie Briscoe
McQuaide
Feschkrey
Urgent Kidney Health Claim Ad Flawily Quoted
An OCR fragment markets a dubious tonic for kidney pain and bladder weakness. It urges immediate treatment, cites supposed “good traits,” and lists unclear names and locations, reflecting a jumble of product claims and misprinted phrases without verifiable sources.
Rate hearing opens on railroad rate increases in western territory
Washington reports Interstate Commerce Commission hearings begin with road representatives arguing that proposed rate hikes will lift annual revenues by about ten million dollars while state rail commissions claim a hundred thousand dollar impact. The panel is expected to run at least two weeks with a fall decision anticipated. In a separate note, the Post Office Department plans yearlong promotions for more than twelve thousand postal workers despite Congress failing to pass the postal appropriation bill. First Assistant Postmaster General Roper says an internal balance will fund promotions for postmasters clerks and carriers who are eligible for advancement.
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Washington
Fpal
Areunis
Bosim
Cawiline- Stoll
Mevancy
Hwvoleui
Valleywia
Aylos
Lenver
New
Washington, D
Post Office Department
Congress
Roper
Carrera
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Marguerite Clagan
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Father Porgot
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Hegin Takibe
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Bischer
Betty Nameniat Mayat
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Rox
Mitton
Ayia
Mile
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