Mexican vote split to aid Citizens' league in Bexar
In Bexar county the Mexican vote splits from the mayor’s machine aiding Citizens' league candidates. Andres Coy Jr Frank R Newton and John Tobin mobilize Mexican voters while efforts to hold the machine continue. Arthur M. Gray announces candidacy against Otto Wahrmund for representative aided by Progressive Republican league and Mayor Cain.
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Bexar County
Medina River
Medina
Arthur M. Gray
Otto Wahrmund
Gray
Progressive Republian League
Cain
Jim Stevens
George Huntress Club
Otto
Wahrmund
Citizens’ League
Callaghan
Owever
Esquudilla PotLatch Planned at Gunter Hotel
On Thursday June 27 the Esquudilla Pot latch will be held on the Gunter hotel lawn. Chamber of Commerce members are urged to cancel other plans to attend this big blowout. R H Wester chairs the event with diverse surprises and stunts promised by Conroy and Lloyd Spencer as key entertainers.
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Esqudilla
Esquidilla
Gunter Hotel
Chamber of Commerce
R. H. Wester
Qudilla
Lloyd Spencer
Merchants Seek Candidate Positions On Bogus Check Law
The local and State Retail Merchants association asks all legislative hopefuls in Bexar and surrounding counties to state their views on proposed laws to protect merchants, focusing on a bogus check bill. Merchants note prior failure to pass such measures and emphasize safeguarding sellers without imposing hardship, while acknowledging Labor endorsement and potential revival next session.
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Bexar
Retail Merchants’ Association
Bexar County
State Federation of Labor
City Courts Close for Summer Vacation and Court Actions
The county court for criminal cases and justice courts remain in session while district courts and the Fourth court of civil appeals close for a three month summer break. The Daughters of the Republic of Texas suit against Governor Colquitt remains pending on appeal. The Heuermann v Church case nears a decision. Grand jury to adjourn and a new panel to be sworn in July.
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Grand Jury
Fourth Court of Civil Appeals
Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Colquitt
Alamo
Heuermann
Callaghan
F. W. Church
Fries
D. Sullivan and Company
Arthur Seeligson
Tifty-Seventh District Court
Council Plans Sparse Summer Meetings in San Antonio
The San Antonio council will hold only two regular meetings each month this summer unless a special session is called to receive Alexander Potter of New York and the San Antonio Water Supply report. The report is en route by telegram. arrival could be tomorrow or soon after. Mayor Callaghan is unsettled healthwise and no public release is expected before the July 1 regular session.
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Alexander Potter
New York
San Antonio
Mauermann
Finance Committee
Potter
Callaghan
Otto Zirkle
A. G. Deatherage
Wichita Falls
L. Curry
Gatesville
Gunter Hotel
The
Woodmen of the World
Pineapple and Banana Ice Cream Special At Creamery Dairy Co
Pineapple ice and banana fruit ice cream offered today by Creamery Dairy Co. Phone 871 for orders and flavors. Local note highlights a special treat for customers seeking fruity dairy desserts.
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Creamery Dairy CO
Electricians 10 Meet in Boston
The twenty ninth annual convention of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers opens in Boston June 22 and closes June 28. Headquarters at Hotel Somerset. An opening reception and dance precedes formal sessions with an address by President Gano Dunn. Papers cover eight sections including Tension Transmission and Electrical Lighting.
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Boston
Mass
American Institute of Electrical Engineers
Somerset
Gano Dunn
American Electrical Engineering
Harvest Jubilee Aims to Replace San Antonio Fair
San Antonio Chamber of Commerce plans a Harvest Jubilee in late October to replace the International Fair. The festival would combine exposition and entertainment with features from Southwest Texas, inviting all counties to exhibit agricultural products and participate in events chaired by local leaders.
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San Antonio
Chamber of Commerce
Texas
Southwest
Houston
Dallas
Alamo Plaza
Fair Grounds
Automobile Club
Driving
Bexar County Highway League
Workmen raze Vance block to make way for new structure
A large crowd gathered on east Houston street yesterday afternoon to watch workmen tear down and clear the old Vance block. The dramatic method used to topple the massive walls drew many spectators and nearly blocked the thoroughfare as crews prepared to erect a more modern building.
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East Houston Street
Vance
Curtis Wells Found Alost With Throat Wounds Near Colorado River
Curtis Wells, about 26, was found near the Colorado river in the east end of Austin with his throat gashed in three places. He was taken to the city hospital as investigators pursue a case.
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Austin
Tex
Curtis Wells
Colorado River
Mrs G H Bosher Sets Out for Old Point Comfort
Mrs. G. H. Bosher of this city departed last night for Old Point Comfort Virginia. She expects to return to San Antonio around October 1.
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Old Point Comfort
San Antonio
Perfume Shop Listing for Whisenant at 117 E Houston St
Mary Garden and a hundred other fine perfumes and toilet waters are offered by Whisenant at 117 East Houston Street. The shop provides a wide selection with phone access via 3537 for inquiries.
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Houston St
Creamery Dairy Co Offers Ice and Cream Treasures
A brief ad notes the Creamery Dairy Co. offers ice and cream confections. Contact phone line 87h for details and orders.
Staiti Resigns as President of International Club
A. W. Staiti resigns as president of the International club and the board accepts the resignation. Board defers naming a successor. Directors support opposing a naval station at Guantanamo and favor Port Aransas as Gulf base. Monthly magazine plan to be discussed with E. C. Mills. tentative title Quien Sabe. Luncheon plans debated with no decision.
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A. W. Staiti
International Club
Gray Building
Stain
Guantanamo
Cuba
Port Aransas
Gulf of Mexico
Panama Canal
E. C. Mills
Federal building remodel nears completion after long delay
After years of disruption the annex work progresses with chandeliers awaiting installation and the steam heating system tested by plumbers. Officials say final completion should come in about a month as crews leave the radiators to dry and the heated air to settle.
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Federal
No Home Inquiries For Refugee Mexican Miners
The Savoy hotel guest book shows two young men listed as No Home. Fred Richards and C. W. Dinsmore were refugees from Mexico who fled mining districts after rebel invasions and reached San Antonio seeking work, with an optimistic outlook despite displacement.
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Savoy Hotel
Fred Richards
C. W. Dinsmore
Mexico
San Antonio
Creamery Dairy Co Specials Spark Pineapple Banana Treats
Local dairy shop promotes pineapple ice cream and banana ice cream specials today.bright display advertises new flavors and limited time availability for dessert lovers.
Marble and Granite Dealers Meet in San Antonio
The Retail Marble and Granite Dealers of Texas hold their annual district meeting in San Antonio on June 28 and 29 at the Gunter hotel. About 150 members and families are expected with Otto Zirkle delivering the welcome and A G Deatherage presiding.
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San Antonio
Marble and Granite Dealers of
Texas
Gunter Hotel
Prompt delivery Whisenant at 117 E. Houston St
Whisenant operates a prompt delivery service on 117 East Houston Street. Phone contact listed as 3637 for orders. Local business notices note quick service and address.
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Houston St
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Busi
Alamo Property
Electricians
Hala
Staiti
College and Academy of the Incarnate Word
Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word
Alamo Heights
San Antonio, Texas
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