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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1918
Page
9
The sugar allotment rises Friday allowing families to buy three pounds per person instead of two. The full monthly allotment for the household is approved, expanding sugar access in homes and public eating places.
Washington authorities plan an increased sugar allowance for restaurants and hotels. The boost is attributed to beet sugar growth in the west and cane sugar output in the south, plus easier transport. Local officials urge vigilance against lax purchasing and emphasize monitoring sales to prevent misuse of the higher ration.
The San Antonio Public Service Corporation seeks permission to raise gas and electricity rates, with a Monday decision scheduled. If approved, November rates will apply, while a second plea for higher streetcar fares faces a separate hearing and possible court action.
The Local Patrol District No 3 endures influenza losses and reduced forces yet proceeds with September registrations. Examinations advance for November and December calls. A reinstated October call sends four whites to Perl Crockett on Nov 1, with two new calls sent Friday to Camp Bowie and Camp Travis.
The Paris Symphony Orchestra schedule is re routed due to influenza. San Antonio loses a concert originally set for Ort 29 and will host a twilight show on November 2 at the Ma esticheater with twilight start around 7 o clock.
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