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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1912
Page
23
Greek immigrants in San Antonio face possible exile if called to arms as Balkan conflict expands. Many plan to return to Greece, leaving businesses behind, and a Greek colony grows with prospects of additional workers and property investments amid labor shortages nationwide.
The railroad says a freight claim department will start November 1 splitting duties from auditing. Fred E. Jones becomes freight claim agent and chief clerk. E. D. Hogan is widened to assistant general manager with Yoakum HQ and broader supervision of transportation, maintenance of way, and motive power.
A. T. Mills, head of Mills Engraving, was elected president of the Southwestern Association of Employers of Photo Engravers at a recent Dallas meeting. Mills was the sole San Antonio representative, succeeding leaders from North Texas.
Special to The Light Washington dictates parcels post launches January 1 and the interstate commerce commission plans to counter with lower rates. Expect heated congressional fight over government acquisition of express company property to run jointly with the post office. The I C C seeks to adjust parcels post rates to punish noncompliant express firms. The article notes prior investigations and rate reductions.
In a formal council the Winnebago tribe voted to marry in the white man’s way retroactively. Soon about 1000 to 2000 couples will wed together with one ceremony, a record event that promises gifts and prestige for the tribe and sets marriage under state law for heirship lands. Tribes invited include Sioux Crow Arapaho Arikara Osage Omaha Creeks and others from Oklahoma and Minnesota. The date is not set, but preparations advance with invitations sent to neighboring tribes.
One of the finest residences in San Antonio offered for sale at four bargains and good terms. Known as the M Halfft Homestead on Goliad Street in a close in, good neighborhood. Woodward and Altgelt note the listing. Also mentions government postal card production and types. The Gunter Hotel pool room and barber shop are noted as the finest in the city.
After months long inquiry led by Commissioner Lane the Commerce Commission plans to impose substantial express rate reductions. Hearings showed opposition from express carriers but the panel signals strong resolve to enforce lower rates via parcels post empowered framework. A potential court fight looms as the commission positions itself to compel compliance.
The Hudson 37 is marketed as a top four cylinder with speed 65 mph full equipment and 58 mph in 30 seconds. It features Delco electric ignition, illuminated dash, mohair top, 127 inch wheelbase, 36x4 tires, and luxury details. Howard E. Coffin leads a team of 47 experts. models include Finger Touring and two passenger Weeder aerate. prices listed with options and f.o.b Detroit.
The Interstate Commerce Commission asserts it can defend its recommended rate cuts against express companies and railroads. It notes express firms may lack funds to fight and warns Congress could move to take over the express business, but it remains ready to present evidence and press its case in court if needed.
At a board meeting of West Texas Bank and Trust, Leon N. Walthall was elected active vice president and W. B. Hamilton was appointed cashier to fill the vacancy. Both men are well known in southwestern banking circles and received many congratulations.
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