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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1918
Page
4
A fragmented July 1918 style report details a debate among Houston officials and engineers over a civic project for the Rice Belt area. It cites water supply, street improvements, and potential citywide impact, with mentions of authority figures and proposed compensation. The text references Travis street and prospects of public works affecting property and local industry.
An agreement settles a long-standing controversy between Wan Al Petty owner of frontage on the east riverfront near Honstox and Commerce streets. The plan requires Folly to donate a front plot totaling 126 percent and to receive in return the city’s land near Travin Street. The understanding aims to finalize the dispute.
George E A Manett, a mechanical engineer, directs a new enlisted mechanics training at a field to standardize motor and airplane care. The program, part of a nationwide aviation service, expands free education for mechanics, fostering skilled work beyond basic engine operation and aligning with similar schools across the United States.
The report describes the expected birth of a child to Mrs John PW Rowles and a Mrs. Catharine, noting a likely early delivery at Weld. It mentions Keen Keeley and other locals, with the infant Kelly Meld No.4 linked to the field's events and an anticipated celebration.
Mrs. Ira Nelson Morris, wife of the US minister to Swerson, has returned home from the European scene of intrigue. Reports from her husband to the State Department kept the government updated on conditions in Germany and Russia. Morris has worked to alleviate suffering in Sweden and was publicly thanked by King Gustav for aid to the poor.
Major General Allen is preparing to recommend numerous promotions across ranks including colonels and majors from both theater commands and the War Department. The plan aims to advance capable officers while balancing list integrity, with emphasis on merit and avoiding favoritism in a tense command environment.
A reader describes a home beauty recipe using two fresh lemons, a bottle of orchard white, and a jar of cold cream to make a lemon lotion. The mix is applied daily to face neck hands and should brighten skin, reduce blemishes, and impart a rosy glow. The article promotes the tonic as a simple way to achieve smoother, softer skin.
A fragmented report outlines bakers opposing a proposal to wrap bread and sparking a protest in San Antonio. Officials from the United States Public Health Service and local chambers discuss sanitary standards, pricing concerns, and potential enforcement. The debate centers on maintaining bakery inspections while evaluating price effects on bread consumers.
Deputies Newton and Steve Ens arrested a saloonman on Thursday night near Levant. The operation involved eight officers and soldiers present, with several fleeing. Suspect faces potential revocation as authorities file charges under revised proclamations, while other details remain unclear due to damaged text.
New order under Hederood Administrator Peden requires restaurants and portals with three or more harreia of Tony to display license numbers on their hills of tara. The measure aims to curb smuggling and regulate food sales amid shortages, with penalties for noncompliance.
Obituary notices report the deaths of Welsh and Steffan with funeral services and interment plans. Details include residence changes in San Antonio and St Louis, surviving relatives, church affiliations, and funeral homes. The item also notes a different memorial for Vivian Mulb and Lola Brown with service locations, dates, and survivors.
The War Department has established a Paris branch of the judge advocate general’s office to review death or discharge cases. Major McNeil, formerly with the Ninetieth division, will serve as assistant to Colonel George Dunn and is reassigned to Crimp Wravis as judge advocate. Miller Smith and others hold provisional posts in adjacent divisions.
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