County to start buildings for Joe of County addition plan
County Judge James K. Devis announced two major projects for the county: a 166 acre addition to the Poor Farm and an extension to the county courthouse. Construction will begin within two months after bids and contracts are awarded, with plans drawn by Dielmann and Poelhuuwe for the courthouse and Gates and Murphy for the poorhouse.
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James Kh. Devis
Dielmann
Poelhuuwe
Corthouse
Gates
Murphy
Davis
W. S. Anthony
Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy Promises Darker Hair
An old advertisement promotes Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as an easy at home tonic to darken gray or faded hair. It claims the product makes hair look darker and healthier after a few applications and stops dandruff and itching.
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Wyeth
Police do not return to three-shift plan after Fiesta
Chief Lancaster cites night protection needs and racial tensions as reason for keeping the current double-night shift. Mayor Brown notes the possibility of permanent changes but avoids committing to twelve-hour shifts. In separate item, Hon. Robert J. Swearingen of McAllen dies in Mercedes after medical visit. burial planned in McAllen tomorrow afternoon.
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Lancaster
Huerta
Brown
San Antonio
Mercedes
Tex
Robert J. Swearingen
McAllen
Rio Grande Valley
Two Men Robbed and Beaten by Thugs in San Antonio
Emil Reyman of McDonna Station and Valentine Opiela of Martinez Station were robbed of amounts between 90 and 115 dollars and badly beaten by four assailants in San Antonio early Friday. Detectives pursue leads after Reyman met two Mexicans on West Commerce Street and was attacked near Alston Creek Bridge. Opiela, found near the city cemeteries on East Commerce Street, described a similar incident with a $115 roll taken.
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Emil Reyman
McDonna Station
Valentine Opiela
Martinez Station
San Antonio
Reyman
Opiela
Reymean
West Commerce Street
Commerce Street
Alston Creek Bridge
East Commerce Street
Amateur night at the Grand Opera House San Antonio
Tonight showcases local talent with fifteen entrants in the amateur contest. Two shows start at 8 30 and 9 45 with Miss Antone Southern performing a full program overhaul. The Warner feature A Men s Vengeance appears among four reels. Monday is Country Store night with handsome prizes.
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Grand Opera House
San Antonio
Antone Southern
Grand
Warner
Vaudeville bill at Majestic features Countiss and stars
The Majestic presents Catherine Countiss in The Birthday Present and What Will Happen Next with Wilfred Clarke. Other acts include Harry Breen Norton and Earle Meyo and Allman Hanlon and Clifton and the Four Musical Gordon Highlanders. Emma Carus and Carl Randall planned for next week. A Vitagraph feature The Spirit and the Clay and The Lucky Nugget shown today with An Ambitious Pa and Esther noted for upcoming programs. Sunday to showcase a detective feature.
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Roal
Harry Breen
Norton
Earle
Meyo
Allman
Hanlon
Clifton
Gordon Highlanders
Emma Carus
Carl Randall
Vitagraph
Royal
the Royal
Vitagraph Company
Plains
Esther
Penalty Taxes Now Due for Texas Corporations
About 3600 domestic and foreign corporations face a 25 percent penalty on unpaid franchise tax after the April 30 deadline, announced by Secretary of State Weinert in Austin. The notice details the overdue amounts and penalties.
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Austin
Tex
Texas
Weinert
Eat less meat to ease kidney strain says authority
Regular meat consumption may lead to kidney trouble as uric acid overworks kidneys. Backache and urinary issues can follow. Jad Salts is recommended to flush and stimulate kidneys, claiming it neutralizes urine acids and prevents bladder disorders.
Vinol credited with easing lung trouble and cough
Mrs. Kate Heckman of Springfield Ohio says Vinol cured her prior lung illness and boosted health. A doctor warned of consumption but she recovered after using Vinol. The ad claims Vinol soothes inflamed surfaces aids appetite strengthens digestion and helps prevent pulmonary disease.
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Lang
Kate Heckman
Springfield
Ohio
A. M. Fischer
San Antonio
Texas
Dewey Hosts Manila Bay Anniversary Dinner
May in Washington marks the sixteenth anniversary of Manila Bay. Admiral George Dewey, hero of Manila Bay and president of the Society of Manila Bay, will host a dinner for society members at his home tonight, honoring those who took part in the historic battle.
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Washington, D. C
Manila Bay
George Dewey
Society of
May apportionment of Texas school fund announced
In Austin on May 1 the May apportionment of the Texas school fund will be made this afternoon. A total of 246 987 dollars is available for the distribution. This yields a per capita of 25 cents for each of 1 018 000 scholastics statewide. The prior year's apportionment was a state record at 6 55 dollars per capita.
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Austin
Tex
Fragmentary Notice of Civic Tone in Town Reply
A garbled OCR text fragment mentions a town hall and a civic message. Elements include names or phrases like Constantinople and carpenter tools. The readable content is insufficient for a clear event, date, or official action.
East Texas Land & Investment Company Chartered
Corporations in Austin receive notice that tax penalties apply to delinquents who must pay by July 1 or have their charters forfeited. East Texas Land & Investment Company at Beaumont is chartered with capital stock of 5000 dollars, incorporators T. F. Meagher H. Van Wormer and D. Kinard.
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East Texas Land & Investment Company of
Beaumont
Capital Stock $5000
T. F. Meagher
8. H. van Wormer
D. Kinard
Bargain Suits From Glasgow Woolen Mills Offer
In 1914 Morris Joseph promotes Glasgow Woolen Mills suits direct from looms to 117 stores. Regular $25-$30 fabrics now $15 with a guaranteed fit and a top bargain on pants $2.75 to $7 trousers offered to customers.
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Glasgow Woolen Mills
Morris Joseph
Mer
Houston St
Leon Sigman
Dodson's Liver Tone Ad Promises Safe Constipation Relief
An old advertisement extols Dodson's Liver Tone as a natural, gentle alternative to calomel for constipation. It claims improved brain function and energy without pain or harsh after-effects, guaranteed by druggists with a refund if unsatisfied.
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Dodson
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Gunter, Wolff & Marx Co
Fischer's
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Comal Street
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