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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1909
Page
1
The city council set the tax rate at 146 dollars per 100 valuation the lowest in San Antonio history with school tax rising 24 cents per 100. City and school tax collections begin tomorrow with deputy collectors at city hall. payments due April and May to avoid interest and penalties. Delinquent taxes face added costs after June, no extension of fine.
New Orleans March 21. Ju das Kruuschnitt, dictator of maintenance and operation of the Harriman holdings, with his Tamiy party and others, departed on the yacht Sullana for a several week gulf cruise. The entourage includes S. M. Felton former rail executive, Chief Engineer Hood of Southern Pacific, and C. W. Jitigop manager of Southern Pacific steamship lines.
Nantes reports the Duke of Aosta will host a dinner for Roosevelt on April 4. Roosevelt, called the agent of the East African line, has been told by the Italian government it can waive harbor dues at Messina if he chooses to visit the earthquake ruins.
Washington reports Taft plans a broad reorganization of the Interstate Commerce Commission and a shift of the bureau of corporations under the attorney general. The move would strip ICC powers and aim to curb railroad regulation while asserting pro business aims. Competitors fear reduced enforcement and new oversight by Justice.
A vintage ad extols harmony at meals stressing joy improves digestion. It touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as digestive aids, claiming they ease discomfort, stimulate digestion, and soothe the stomach after meals. It cites wide physician use and offers a free trial by mail from I A Stuart Co Marshall Michigan.
A discussion centers on Chas F Townsend of Michigan as intermediary with a new attorney for railroad interests. Critics fear treachery in selection amid broader distrust of personnel shifts under President Taft. Observers cite recent moves to rebalance personnel and policies from the prior administration, raising concern of perceived justice or betrayal.
The bank deposit bill moved in the House with Sten King endorsing it and Mc Nicklas substitute opposing. Cureton introduced the former measure as an authorization bill and it passed the House, with Senate prospects unclear. The House rejected the Senate bill to establish experimental stations in the twenty first and thirteenth senatorial districts.
Oscar Seneca at Malley, an express messenger for the Western Fargo Express between Dallas and Romamont, was found dead by his roommate. Heart failure caused death. He leaves a will and a child in Dallas.
Miss Maria Perelda sister of Tom Perelda and Rita Perelda is very ill at her home on 408 North Santa Rosa Avenue and not expected to recover soon.
A heavy dynamite charge believed planted by disgruntled workers servicing the new viaduct near Hoboken Meadows caused a massive blast at 3 18 this morning. It shattered a supporting pillar and broke windows over a quarter mile radius. Several people were cut by flying glass as the blast rattled Manhattan and reached Long Island suburbs. No fatalities confirmed yet as investigators search for more details.
J R Hershey traffic manager testified in Texas rate case that every railroad operation including moving empties must be profit driven. He said legislation is pressed nationwide to limit rates to cover only operating expenses. Cross examination followed and hearing adjourned until this afternoon. Malaria Causes Loss of Appetite. The Old Standard GROVAS TASTE TONIC 40p.
Margie Mellwane aged 67 died at her home 1608 North Pine Street after a brief illness. She lived in San Antonio 27 years and is survived by four children Mrs George Lowther Mrs Allee Uhl Mrs Archie Aking and W A Mellwane, a Southern Pacific passenger trainman. She belonged to Knights and Ladies of Honor. The funeral will be held this afternoon at 4:30 from the family residence with interment in City Cemetery No. 4.
Sausalito March 31 Mrs Charles Platt heiress to Indaw of San Francisco plans to quit social life automobiling yachting and pink to seek stage work under Betty Burroughs. She has rehearsed as Maria in Twelfth Night but kept secret until recently and now aims to become a Shakespearean actress while managing a glamorous San Francisco Bay home.
An advertisement proclaims Parisian Sage as an efficient hair tonic that guarantees hair growth and stops dandruff. It cites testimonials praising restored color and reduced shedding, offering a money-back guarantee if not satisfied after one bottle. Distributed by Bexar Drug Co and Ghroug Mfg Co Buffalo NY.
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