San Antonio Banks to Carry Liberty Bond Subscriptions
San Antonio banks pledge to handle a large portion of the Liberty Loan, with plans for soldier installments and civilian subscriptions. Printed blanks distributed at camps, posters and stickers circulated to boost sales, as local committees urge higher participation to meet a substantial quota.
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Arrested Policeman Charged Over Invalid Jitney License
A city jitney inspector filed charges against a policeman accused of operating a jitney without a valid license. The officer allegedly used a boy to drive the vehicle and produced a license later deemed invalid, with authorities asserting license transfers are not allowed. The case proceeded to Police Court the following morning.
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Inspector McGinnly
Central
Tyrge Bean
Names of City's Men in Service Wanted
San Antonio residents are urged to submit the names and addresses of local men serving in the army or navy for Christmas Cheer Boxes. Mrs W P Hate chairs the Red Cross committee with Mrs A B Weakley as male chairman. mail details to 35 West Woodlawn Avenue. The effort seeks information on San Antonio men in various units, including those abroad, to ensure every local serviceman receives a package.
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A. B. Weakley
Woodlawn Avenue
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National Army
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Another Car Stolen Reports of Automative Thieves Rise
A San Antonio report notes another automobile theft on West Houston Street near East Commerce. J K R Prochnow, a druggist, reported his Overland five passenger stolen about 11 p m Wednesday from in front of his store. J M Prochnow identification tied to a suspect seen trying to steal cases. Police chase led to arrest of a youth, with other suspects linked to early Tuesday thefts. Two cases stolen from a railway depot area were recovered at Camp Travix, with suspects observed in working clothes. Additional thefts include a bicycle and tools from Guadalupe Street and Avenue C.
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Travix
Antonio Cruz
Guadalupe Alreet
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Avenue Cy
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Traffic Whistles Begin for Downtown Flow Control
A police officer introduces whistle signals in vonjune to guide traffic into the downtown district. The new system aims to prevent congestion by warning drivers at crossings and signaling when to proceed or stop. Three rapid blasts alert approaching emergency apparatus, and right turns from intersecting streets may be adjusted based on signal position.
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Blaze in Bakery Damages 4 Shops in West End
Fire caused about 300 damage to four bakeries at 1021 Garza Street West End. Origin traced to bake oven. quickly contained with partial insurance coverage. Separate Wednesday night incident reported near 521 Schley Avenue. minor damage. A bonfire near Highland Park School caused light loss. Police investigated possible arson. no injuries reported.
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Schley Avenue
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Specially Priced Toiletry Items From Era Ad List
Readable fragments show assorted cosmetics and toothpaste prices. Mentioned items include dergen Tateum Jie rose and violet with 13c price, Arcatia Depitatury Powder, Euthymol Tooth Paste with a 5Qc bottle at 38c, Long's Acre Gold Cream 36c cans at 20c, Artesia face powder 25¢, and a Tooth Brush offered at 3c.
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Long’s Acre
Children Coats Offer in Double Breasted Styles
A small selection of children's coats priced at 4.50, featuring double breasted designs, pretty novelty weaves, switch collars and cuffs. For ages 2 to 6 years. Special at 4.60.
Children Coats in Latest Novelty Weaves
Brightly described coats for children ages six to fourteen, neatly tailored with pockets and decorative buttons. Prices listed around six dollars, highlighting affordability and fashion.
Silk Petticoats Priced From Six Fifty To Twenty
Silk Petticoats priced six fifty to twenty. Beautiful styles in taffeta satin Jersey and crepe de chine. Plain tailored models tucked and pleated styles. Embroidered with flowers shown in every new color for street or evening wear.
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Miss Lena Hyde to Run Wolff & Marx Children’s Play Ground
The Wolff and Marx Co announces Miss Lena B Hyde will oversee the sixth floor Children’s Play Ground. She will teach games tell stories and guide children for their entertainment. Parents or a responsible adult must accompany children to the play space.
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Wolff & Marx Co
Beautiful Portieres in a Half Price Sale
Half price sale on portieres displays rich colors green brown red blue and rose. Prices range from 25.00 to 7.50 per pair with yard prices also listed. Materials include crellonnes machine and voiles and shades can be ordered with estimates offered by a representative.
New Fall Men’s Apparel Arrives In Striped Silk and Wool
The fall assortment features Flanselatte pajamas with Laney stripes, trim braids, and prices from $1 to $1.25 for undergarments. Silk shirts in fancy stripes range from $4.60 to $40. Silk hose, neckwear, sweaters, shawl collars, bath robes, and negligees offered in crepe, madras, and percate fabrics. Prices vary $0.50 to $15 for various items, with multiple colors and patterns.
Eastern Star Adopts Its Own Penal Code
The Texas Grand chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star revised its constitution at Ranthoven Jnl, with about a thousand delegates present. The penal code was modeled after Masonic orders and ratified, with officers to be elected Saturday and installation planned for Thursday evening. debate over a home for the order’s proposed asylum continued, and San Antonio was urged to support hosting it again.
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Sexston Nureday
Texas Grand Chapter
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San Antonio
Uniforms and military clothing price list overview
A historical price list lists Kheki Khai uniforms and army apparel with varied prices. Items include wool shirts from 1.60 to 8.50, khaki cotton shirts 1.50, woolen hose 3 cents to bien, coats 4.60, rain capes 4.00, olive drab jackets 6.00 to 8.50 sweaters, officers caps 4.00, belts 0.64, puttees 8 to 14, and hats 2.50 to 5.00 along with insignias and tapes and other officer gear.
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How To Secure A Liberty Bond
Citizens are urged to buy Liberty Bonds with options of 60, 100, 500, 1000, 4000, and 10000. Banks charge 2 percent plus scheduled installments through Nov 15 1917 and Jan 15 1918. Full payment buys bonds in about a week. bankers charge no service fee and interest is paid May 15 and Nov 15 yearly.
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Camp ranks seventh as a buyer of bonds
Officers at Southern Department headquarters plan a large Liberty bond drive amid telegrams and reports from Cramp, Travis, and other camps. Campaign officials name special officers, with results expected in the district as subscriptions and mobilization rise toward $4,000,000 in bonds.
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Chamber 5 Hearing Seeks $46,000 For War Recreation
City chamber leaders discussed raising $46,000 for the war recreation board programs, with grants to support soldier welfare and amusement park licensing scrutiny. Officials pledged city cooperation alongside Gen. John W. Ruckman and others to study export and factory relief plans at a Friday meeting.
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