Banks refuse financing to city amid tax turmoil
City officials warn of near total payroll funding failure as banks refuse new financing and tax collections lag. Mayor Quine and Tax Commissioner Bushirk confirm payroll and essential service payments are at risk, with a moratorium rejected and staff warnings of further budget cuts.
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Telephone ruling on Bell motion in rate case delayed
Federal Judge Edwin R. Holmes has not issued a decision on Southwestern Bell Telephone's motion for a new trial and rehearing after a telephone hearing. City counsel said a ruling is expected in two to three weeks or possibly a month, with the decision to be filed with the federal district clerk. The hearing followed an adverse verdict for the city in the long rate dispute.
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Money Voted for World Farm Meet
Washington May 31 Senate added 40500 dollars to the independent offices bill for expenses of American participation in the International Exposition of Agriculture at Rome per President Roosevelt request.
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Rome
Mitchell tax probe details in Mitchell tax trial testimony
A witness in the Charles E. Mitchell income tax evasion trial testified that an internal revenue agent examined Mitchell transfers and stock receipts, alleging fake attacks on Mrs. Mitchell and W. D. Thorton. Frank W. Black, who prepared Mitchell's returns, described a 1902 contact by Ambrose Hussey and provided correspondence between Elizabeth and Charles Mitchell.
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Denison Loses His Final Appeal
AUSTIN May 21 Frank L Denison of Temple who sought to retain his appointment by Governor Miriam A Feruso as chairman of the Texas highway commission lost his appeal to the supreme court. The third court of civil appeals recently affirmed the Navi county district court ruling that Denison was not entitled to the office because the state senate had not confirmed his appointment by a two thirds vote.
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Woman's Bid for New Trial Delayed in Texas
In Lagrange Texas May 1 a civil suit delay postponed a motion for a new trial filed by attorneys for Mrs Marin Dach a 26 year old Turkish woman sentenced to death for the slaying of Henry Stoever Her counsel announced an appeal would be made to the Court of Criminal Appeals in Austin if the motion is denied
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Austin
Weather summary and forecasts with scattered data
Weather report notes total precipitation for the past 24 hours and month deficits, with 7 8 m ending figures and moon phases. Forecasts cover San Antonio to Dallas and other routes with fair to partly cloudy skies, light winds, and thunder activity near El Paso. Money lending references appear amid stray OCR text.
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Theft Pleas Bring Day in County Jail
Four pleas of guilty to charges of theft after $50 were entered in County Court on Wednesday. Julian Funcom and Leopoldo Robleds were fined $5 and costs and sentenced to one day in jail after pleading guilty to theft of clothing from Francisco Guerra. L. Lozang pleaded guilty to theft of 84 baskets valued at 7M cents from Richard Verscheiden and was fined $5 and costs. Alfonso Yorrer was fined $5 and costs after pleading guilty to theft of a pair of shoes worth $5 from Frank Orasco.
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Senate Votes on Salary Limit in Mail Contracts
The Senate approved an amendment to the independent offices appropriation bill setting a $17,500 salary cap for mail contracts. Introduced by Senator Black of Alabama, the measure allows cancellation of contracts by the president if he deems them unwise, after restoring a House provision granting such discretion.
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Stolen clothing recovered in Jourdanton burglary case
Detectives J F Leonard H C Rhodes and Deputy Sheriff R B Ferguson arrested a woman in San Antonio. The clothing packed in suitcases valued about 100 dollars. She is said to be wife of one of two Mexicans held on burglary charges. She and two children were taken to Jourdanton by Ferguson.
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Leaves of Absence for Legion Meet Postmaster Notice
A notice from Washington states leaves of absence for employees may be granted to attend the American Legion national convention in Chicago October 2 and 3. The notice was filed by James A. Parley, postmaster general, via Postmaster PG. Lincas Tow.
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Tuesday Holiday Swamps Mailmen
A large multitude clogged the downtown post office as holiday mail deliveries were delayed. Officials blamed the surge for an exceptional volume of outbound letters and packages, noting disruption despite no major service interruptions.
Treasury Receipts and Expenditures May Reported
Washington May 31 Treasury receipts for May 27 were 93,212.42 balance $337,547,048.04. Expenditures and refunds show total 828.51 for 27 days 19,640,808.43. The ledger highlights the day’s activity and the overall balance and outlays.
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Washington, D.C
Treasury
Josae Straus Arrives as New American Ambassador to France
In Le Havre on May 1, 1901, Joseph P. Straus and Mrs. Straus greeted diners and local crowds aboard the steamship Manhattan as he begins his role as the United States ambassador to France.
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France
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Winer
Manhattan
Blue Star Germ Killer Ad with Itch Remedy
An advertisement touts Blue Star Gintniéal as a quick cure for itch and skin conditions. It claims the medicine melts and sinks to kill germs like ringworm and eczema, offering a money back style promise and various “tested” ingredients.
All Costs Slashed in New California Vacation Plan
Promotional appeal outlines a two week California trip with 12 days in-state, claiming costs are dramatically reduced and itineraries show day by day activities. Emphasizes escorted tour flexibility, low prices, and numerous attractions from missions to beaches.
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