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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1916

Page

3

Burgess Points to Texas Waterways Gains for Reelection

Washington June 30 Congressman George F Burgess reports that since joining the rivers and harbors committee he secured 28 863 960 15 for Texas waterways and total 46 574 548 49. He argues the funds benefited the state and Southwest Texas, highlights new public buildings, boll weevil eradication aid, and his bid to chair the committee if Democrats control the House.

Washington, D. C Rivers and Harbors Committee Texas Chief of Engineers George F. Burgess Burgess South Judge Sparkman Florida Congress House

British Planning Trade Association Formed For After War

British manufacturing firms discuss an Industrial Association to mobilize commerce and set policy for postwar trade. Membership requires 100 firms and 5000 dollars each, with total capital pledged about 450 million. The group aims to connect trades and leverage capital and labor for national security and future world conditions. A device to detect underground water leaks using a ground rod and listening instrument is also described.

Associated Press London Midlands Industrial Association

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