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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1915
Page
9
Patroghad Ont reports the government faces coin shortages as silver and copper supply dwindle, prompting refusal of ten side currency stamps and prompting locals to adjust payments amid a tight money era.
City council discussed jitney routing changes requiring consent from a bonding company. Two licenses were granted to Gorge Gleagon and George L. Miller after debate over safety and insurance. Budget and paving plans, sidewalk protests, and a joint city county plan were also addressed.
Corpus Christi Texas Rev J C Cavezos, five year pastor of the Mexican Presbyterian Church, tendered his resignation at the Sunday service announcing it will take effect October 15. He has accepted a call to become pastor of a church in San Antonio starting October 18.
A white woman in a Texas city reported a strange attack by a black man who fled when servants attracted others. A later confrontation ended with a pistol-wielding woman driving the assailant away, and he was captured by a foreman and handed to sheriff. No lynching occurred. The notice shifts to advertorial content for Swamp-Boat kidney remedy, urging readers to obtain a sample and address for Kilmer & Co.
Governor attorney general reveals gasoline prices fell across Texas from 18 to 16 cents, with reports of a 2 cent cut in San Antonio and Houston. Investigations by the Attorney General’s office and probes in Dallas, Galveston, and other cities continue into possible price fixing. Assistant Attorney General Cureton leads on-site inquiries in San Antonio gathering evidence while actions against sellers for anti trust violations loom.
Report describes an Allied air raid against Ghent and surrounding areas, claiming successful strikes on hangars and German aviation targets. Mentions bombardment of hangars at Gontrode and losses in German air force installations. Names and precise details are unclear due to OCR errors.
Chief Ivan Wallhug, wary of tolls and fines, is persuaded to stay for the season by a film-linked incentive. The event blends Indians, cowboys, and Willard with a Wild West show at 10:20 AM, including a frontier parade and film interest drawing crowds.
A Cham ber of Commerce gathering endorsed moving tariff policy out of politics. George S. Wood of Chicago outlined a plan for a nonpartisan federal tariff commission with two-year terms, funded by annual appropriations, and empowered to conduct research and investigations. The group also proposed an educational campaign in San Antonio to promote tariff revision and designated Colonel Sie T Pryor to appoint a work committee.
An old age health note urges gentle bowel care for the elderly, stressing natural function and regular activity. It promotes Gascarets as a daily aid to keep bowels active, arguing age is no time for harsh remedies and that gentle assistance can prevent constipation.
In Charleston on October 12, four National Guard companies and three divisions of the naval militia stood by to supplant police if needed during the Democratic mayoral and city race. Over fifty special deputy sheriffs were also prepared for duty while polling opened and authorities kept the scene calm amid a bitter factional contest.
The Interstate Commerce Commission and National Wool Growers Association lead in opposing a rate hearing. Re-arguments and re-denial of freight rates for Western railroads are under scrutiny as related associations push for a reopened case.
Announcement from the French Canie Company notes the disruption of their cable and possible delays to the French state message and other dispatches. Communication may take time to restore before direct links are reestablished.
An earthquake shook the Reggio area and Modena province, felt 14 miles northwest of Modena. The capital Regala well Bruiline is noted, with details of material damage and regional impact.
Visiting architects from Texas and elsewhere attend a convention in San Antonio arranged by the Texas Association. The six day program includes all day outings, a luncheon, and excursions to nearby parks and attractions. Officials listed include Reuter, Wahrenberger, Phoeles, Dred, and Valen, with events centered at the San Antonio site and related transportation details.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate units including the Third Cavalry and elements under General Fimstan receiving reassignment orders. The War Department directs moves toward new theaters, with allocations to stations at Heped and Port areas and transfers to the Light Wien Cavalry for further posting.
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