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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1916

Page

9

State tax board proposal eyed by Senator Harley

State Senator J A Harley of Seguin says if reelected he will introduce a bill to create a state tax equalization board to standardize and uniformize taxes across Texas. The plan, previously proposed in the House by Representative Ehlers of El Paso, would place three or five members in Austin and is favored by tax assessors.

Harley of Seguin Austin Tex J. A. Harley Harley Ehlers el Paso County

Travel Offer to Seattle Return at 55 25

Advertises a round trip from an unspecified origin to Washington for 55.25 dollars with April 13 to 15 dates and May 12 option. Mentions Oil burning locomotives and observation cars on the Southern Pacific line.

Washington Lim Southern Pacifico

Pine Tar Honey Gargle for Quick Throat Relief

Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey gargle aids hoarseness and sore throat for singers and workers. Invigorating pine tar and soothing honey provide antiseptic relief for throat irritations tied to colds and inflammation. Starting use may prevent complications near influenza. Price 25c.

Dr. Bell

Field Bakery Replaces Border Bread For Pershing Camp

Field kitchens near Colonia Dublan Chihuahua establish two large ovens turning 5400 one pound loaves daily from Mexican flour. The ovens save gasoline, free transport for other supplies, and support a regiment of cavalry horses with grain, as Pershing’s expedition tests army logistics under difficult terrain and heat.

Colonia Dublan Chihuahua Mexico Columbus N. M United States

Purify Your Blood to Drive Catarrh Away

Winter weakens the blood and allows Catarrh to take hold causing nasal and throat congestion. The ad promotes S. S. S. as a century proven remedy that removes impurities and tones blood to fight the disease, claiming washes and salves offer only temporary relief. It urges readers to contact Swift Specific Company in Atlanta for advice and purchase through druggists.

Swift Specific Company Atlanta, Ga

Austin to vote on jetney question at April 27 special election

Austin voters will face two questions in a special election on April 27. The first asks whether to switch the jitney system, and the second whether Austin’s volunteer fire department should be converted into a paid organization. The city commission has proposed these changes.

United States Austin Tex Fire Department of City Commission

Phil Wright Named Police and Fire Commissioner Candidate

Announcement to voters of San Antonio endorses Phil Wright as Police and Fire Commissioner nominee by the Citizens' League campaign committee. Advertisement for Conger's store notes piano prices with no expense at 714 Ave. C.

San Antonio Phil Wright Citizens’ League Conger’s Ave. C

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