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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1916

Page

10

Cooking Fair and School Event at Jewish Workmen’s Circle

The San Antonio Light invites those interested in good cooking to a cooking fair and school at 6:30 PM on Wednesday in Redmen's hall on Soledad street. Speakers N. Sadovsky and A. Albergs argue affirmative. L. Leibman and E. Horowitz argue negative on sick and death benefits. 65 members expected at start. Bat captured by Capt M B Hutchins of the St Anthony Hotel after it flew through a hotel corridor.

San Antonio M. B. Hutchins St. Anthony Hotel

Eagles to Moot at Dallas State Aerie Convention

A large delegation of Samy Antonie members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles will attend the state aerie convention in Dallas. The event runs May 15 to 17 with 1500 to 2000 visitors expected. A general committee, appointed by Dallas No 35, is organizing entertainment transportation and advertising.

Eagles Dallas Samy Antonie Order of Eagles Danas Ké

Symphony Orchestra Concert at Beethoven Hall

The Symphony Orchestra performs Thursday March 2 at Beethoven Hall starting 8 30. The program includes classic works under the night’s conductor. Tickets available at the box office and via advance sales.

Reinhard and Co Coffee Roasters Ad Promises Quality

An advertisement for Reinhard and Co coffee roasters highlights Red Swan Coffee as a guarantor of quality and flavor.

Red Swan Reinhard & Co

Courts Likely to Close for Texas Independence Day

Courts and several county offices are expected to close Thursday for Texas Independence Day. The article notes the holiday will affect court operations and nearby offices may follow suit.

Active Auto Livery Cr 999 New 029 Rates

Local livery service advertises new car numbers 999 and 029 with hourly rates of 1.50 and 2.00. Advertisement notes General Advertising unspecified details.

February marriage licenses issued total 157 figures show

During February, including February 29 leap day, 157 marriage licenses were issued according to the figures.

Four marriage licenses issued at County Clerk office

Marriage Registrar A Hi reports four licenses issued on Tuesday February 29 at the office of County Clerk Frank R Newton.

A. Hi. Coats Frank R. Newton

Commissioners Name Matron At Bexar County Home

Matron Miss M. J. MacDonald was appointed matron at the Bexar County Home for the Aged by the county commissioners on Tuesday. Her salary was fixed at 75 dollars per month.

M. J. MacDonald Bexar County

Hear the S. A. Symphony Orchestra Thurs Mar 2

Notice invites patrons to attend the S A Symphony Orchestra concert on Thursday March 2 at Beethoven Hall with admission details and event highlight for local readers.

S. A

Overland Auto Livery Ad Details Rates

The notice advertises Overland Auto Livery at 216 Soledad Street with cr 5100 and 4100 units. A new 900 item is listed, with rates of $1.50 and $2 per hour for services.

Overland Auto Soledad St

Loans on Diamonds Watches and Jewelry

O'Connell Loan Co located at 112 E Houston St advertises loans on diamonds watches and jewelry offering quick cash against personal valuables.

O'Connell Loan Co E. Houston St

Laundrymen Gather for North Texas Meeting

R. L. Sanders of San Antonio newly elected secretary of the Texas Laundrymen's Association will attend the North Texas Laundrymen's Association meeting in Denis on March 4.

R. L. Sanders San Antonio Texas Laundrymen’s Association North Texas Laundrymen’s Association Denis

False alarm and trash fire report in city

A false fire alarm triggered several companies to the corner of North New Braunfels Avenue and Grayson Street Tuesday afternoon, caller unknown. A trash pile fire in the 200 block on Sycamore Street at 9:25 p.m. Tuesday was extinguished before damage occurred.

New Braunfels Avenue Grayson Street Sycamore Street

City Health Official Names Downtown Duty Inspector

Secretary Herring of the city health department announced on Wednesday that an inspector will be detailed on special duty in the downtown district to monitor conditions and enforce health rules.

Down-Town Herring City Health Department

Ordinance Enforces No Spitting and Postdawn Sweep

City inspectors had been assigned to enforce a rule prohibiting expectoration on sidewalks and sweeping after 8 AM, but the new system is said to interfere with their regular duties.

Mail Wagon and Buggy Collision Near West Houston and Frio

A collision occurred at the West Houston and Frio streets intersection at 9 o clock Tuesday night between a United States mail wagon driven to B Orange and a buggy driven by E Blanga man. No injuries were reported and the buggy sustained minor damage.

United States B. Orange E. Blangaman West Houston Frio

Elgin and Waltham Watches Sold on Easy Payments

Co. W. Davis offers Elgin and Waltham watches with easy payment options. Credit 6114 appears in the listing.

Prize Mask Ball by Vineta Sister Lodge at Mann Sons Hall

The Vineta Sister Lodge O. D. H. No. 15 announces a Prize Mask Ball at Mann Sons Hall on Saturday March 4. Tickets are 25 cents. Cappuyus Sisters orchestra provides music.

Vineta Sister Lodge Hermann Sons’ Hall Cappuyus Sisters Orchestra

Music Teachers to Meet in St Anthony Hotel Oak Room

The San Antonio Music Teachers Association holds its regular monthly meeting in the Oak Room of the St Anthony Hotel on Wednesday night at 8 30.

San Antonio Music Teachers’ Association St. Anthony Hotel

Local Man Denies Ties to Federal Bank Director

J. H. Haile states he has never been connected with the Federal Bank and Trust Co of the city, addressing confusion with J. C. Hale. The brief notice clarifies lack of any financial or professional association with the bank.

J. C. Hale Federal Bank and Trust Co J. H. Haile Adv

Calendar offer from Dulling Printing Co advertising

Calendar salesman urges calling Cr. 3338 to save ten percent and enjoy free delivery from Dulling Printing Co at 131 Losoya Street.

Dulling Printing Co Losoya St Adv

Purse Found After Alamo Plaza Ride

A black leather purse containing small articles and change was turned in to the city detective bureau by a jitney driver after two women and three children alighted from the vehicle on Alamo plaza Tuesday night. The officers hold the item hoping to locate the owner.

City Detective Bureau Alamo Plaza

Jewish Workmen Debate on Jewish Nation and Religion

A debate among Jewish workers tackles a provocative question from the resolution that the Jewish nation cannot exist without its religion. The discussion aims to explore the role of faith in national continuity and cultural identity.

Medico Osteopathic Massage Clinic Ady. Adjoins Hicks Bldg

Prof Sureddin offers Medico Osteopathic and electrical Swedish massage and adjustment services at 316 17 Hicks Building with adjacent offices.

Sureddin Hicks Ady

Crystal City grower reports bumper strawberry crop

Dr Earl Stafford of Crystal City says this will be one of the greatest strawberry crops in the section’s history as harvest nears. He travels with Mrs Stafford and Mr and Mrs W T Best in San Antonio, staying at the Gunter Hotel, with onions and other crops also thriving.

Earl Stafford Crystal City Stafford W. T. Best San Antonio Gunter Hotel Dr. Stafford

Cozy Corner Saloon Ad Offers Drinks and Dinners

The Cozy Corner Saloon opposite Hot Wells advertises drinks chicken dinners and sandwiches with a phone number Cr 8242 for orders or inquiries.

Hot Wells

Grasse and Reile Piano Finishers Ad

Grasse and Reile advertise piano finishing services with the phrase Let us do it. Tr. 5226. Advances and contact details unknown.

Grasse Reile

Degree Is Conferred At San Antonio Masonry Lodge

The Mas ter's degree in Masonry was conferred in full dress for the first time in San Antonio. A special communication of San Antonio Lodge No. 1079 was held at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. Visiting Masons from New Braunfels Boerne Pleasanton and Fort Sam Houston attended. Work began at 3 PM and ended with a banquet that night.

San Antonio

Reliable colored help Cr 1804 messenger boys phones 101

A brief notice lists a colored help service with contact and phone 101. It references messenger boys and a code Cr 1804 for referrals. The item reads as a small classified or business card type notice from a historical newspaper.

Sewer Connections and Plumbing Advise by W G Schuwirth Co

W G Schuwirth & Co at 231 W Commerce St offers sewer connections and plumbing services. Contact Crockett 641 for details on installation and repairs in the Crockett area.

W. G. Schuwirth & Co Commerce St Crockett

Laundry Drivers to Meet in San Antonio for Benefit Association

Laundry drivers of San Antonio will hold a meeting at 8 o clock Friday night at 115 West Houston Street above the White Star laundry to organize the Laundry Drivers' Benefit Association with insurance features.

Laundry Drivers of San Antonio Houston Street White Star Laundry Laundry Drivers’ Benefit Association

Jitney Dance Tonight at Academy Hall

Alamo Jewelry Co promotes a buy or trade event offering cash for old gold silver diamonds and coins at 315 Alamo Plaza. Tonight’s venue is Academy Hall with music and dancing.

Academy Hall Alamo Jewelry Co Alamo Plaza Adv

Law Office Move and Associate Formation Ad

Law office of Ben P. Lane moved to Suite 409 Prudential Building Arthur W. Wright associates with him in the practice of law.

Ben P. Lane Prudential Building Arthur W. Wright Advy

Alamo Heights Improvement Club Sets Friday Meeting

Committees will report at the Alamo Heights Improvement Club meeting Friday evening at Alamo Heights school. Renewal of the car track lighting contract will be considered along with other civic improvement matters.

Alamo Heights

Three Minor Thefts Reported To Police

Police reported three minor thefts Wednesday morning. C. P. Reed at 311 Navarro said a window was broken and a typewriter stolen. M. Rasmussen at 111 Arciniega reported a suit stolen, and Mrs. Fry at 1015 North Flores had six hens taken during the night.

C. P. Reed Navarro Street M. Rasmussen Arciniega Street

Calixtro Resendez Sentenced to 99 Years for Wife’s Killing

Calixtro Resendez was found guilty of killing his wife and received a 99 year penitentiary sentence. The jury deliberated from Tuesday midnight through Wednesday morning after starting trial on Monday.

Calixtro Resendez

Eagle Gift to Wilson Finds Home at Washington Zoo

The bald eagle presented to President Wilson by Judge George F. Patrick of Colorado has been placed at the Washington zoological garden after White House officials failed to locate a roosting spot in the executive mansion. Patrick lauded the bird as Colorado’s finest and said it symbolizes Colorado’s preparedness and Providence guiding the nation’s affairs.

Wilson George F. Patrick Colorado Washington Zoological Garden White House Executive Mansion Patrick Eagles

Jury Selection At Special Venue For Trial

Reporter notes a morning session selecting a jury from 100 men for a defendant who appeared without counsel as Judge Anderson appointed J. L. Camp and P. L. Ripley to defend him. Paris dispatch describes changing attitudes toward frozen meats and the rising popularity of Frigo during wartime.

Anderson J. L. Camp P. L. Ripley

Mrs. Julia R. Long Dies After Paralysis Attack

Mrs. Julia R. Long wife of Rev T C Long pastor of Beacon of Baptist church died at 2421 North Flores street at 2 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon age 61 born in Illinois November 1855 came to San Antonio eight years ago survived by husband two sons Leon L Long of Chicago and Spaldin K Long of Pittsburgh a sister Mrs J A Breeding of Barry Ill three brothers Walter F Klein 0 Time Ir W L Klein Minneapolis and C H Klein Elmdale Kansas funeral at home Thursday 3 pm conducted by Rev S J Porter Rev W W Lee Rev T W Neal interment Mission Burn park deacons J E Wells J W Clayton Russell Myrick W B Palm A V Ford J J Hay J A Taylor Bible W P Wycline E Langley pallbearers

Julia R. Long T. C. Long Beacon of Baptist Church North Flores Street Illinois San Antonio Leon L. Long Chicago Spaldin K. Long Pittsburg J. A. Breeding Barry, Ill Walter F. Klein W. L. Klein Minneapolis C. H. Klein Elmdale Kansas S. J. Porter First Baptist Church W. W. Lee Calvary Baptist Church T. W. Neal Prospect Hill Baptist Church Mission Burn Park Beace Hill Church J. E. Wells J. W. Clayton Russell Myrick W. B. Palm A. V. Ford

Attorney General Probes Poll Tax Fraud in Ballinger

Assistant Attorney General Keelin from Austin began inquiry into alleged poll tax fraud in Ballinger County. He will stay through the week as authorities note an unusual rise in negro poll taxes fueling suspicions.

Ballinger Tex Keelin Austin

Dallas Carpenter Killed by Train at Ewing Crossing

Dallas scene reports J Huddle aged 69 a carpenter was fatally struck by a Santa Fe passenger train at the Ewing Avenue crossing early today. He lived at a local address and the tragedy halted traffic while police investigated the crossing conditions.

Dallas Tra Dallas, Tex J. Huddle Carper Santa Fe Ewing Avenue Crossing

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