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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1912
Page
12
Makers wholesalers and the W. M. Glove Store announce a biannual sale expected to draw hundreds to their counters. The event promises greater variety and more attractive values than past six years as preparations are refined.
County officials and road experts explore oil based road surfacing to reduce dust and moisture damage. The article traces progress from Judge Bob Green to Judge Phil Shook, cites California examples, and notes Texas oil sources enabling durable macadam roads with fewer failures.
California experiments show macadam roads topped with oil and screenings yield durable, dustless surfaces. Steps include graded foundation, layered stone and sand, oil applications at high heat and pressure, rolling, and top-dressing for dust control. Bexar county eyes these methods to reduce dust and repair costs for San Antonio streets.
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