Bond issue for Bexar County roads draws unity
San Antonio and Bexar County residents rally behind a bond plan to finance 300 to 400 miles of county roads, a modern hospital, courthouse expansion, bridges, and other improvements. Supporters argue sinking fund provisions and modest tax increases will fund the project without delay, benefiting current and future residents.
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County Commissioners’ Court
San Antonio Express
San Antonio Express attacks county bond issue
An editorial from the San Antonio Light quotes a San Antonio Express attack on the county bond plan. It details publishers and relatives Frank George and John Huntress, political rivalries with Judge Davis, and claims the Express seeks to influence ballots to punish Davis for a prior vote. The piece argues readers can judge the politics and humor of the situation.
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Bexar County
Robert Green
Wiggins
Green
Auditor Ramsey
Ramsey
Shirley Johns
John Huntress
Huntress
the Express
San Antonio Express
Olmos
Davis
Frank Huntress
The
Express
George Huntress
James R. Davis
Judge Davis
Couse
San Antonio Light
Personal politics vs progressive policies in Bexar county bonds
A San Antonio News editorial argues for approving a $1,000,000 county bond issue to fund road and bridge projects. It defends County Judge Davis and the county commissioners, contrasts with the San Antonio Express criticisms, and cites improved finances and cash basis status under the current administration. The piece urges voters to support progressive measures and vote for the bonds.
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Commissioners’ Court
Bexar County
United States
the Express
Bexar
San Antonio Express
Bob Green
The
Express
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Frank C. Huntress
Express Publishing Company
San Antonio
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