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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1915

Page

2

Believe Oil Field Proved Beyond Question

Oil field proven beyond doubt after three wells by Citizens Oil, San Antonio Oil Development, and Medina Oil and Gas, with the Marra discovery reinforcing the find. Producers expect rapid development as oil shows in all wells at about 1100 feet, with Citizens and San Antonio wells likely to start producing soon and others planning new rigs. The discovery boosts stock prices for Citizens Oil Company as operators rush to drill new wells and lease more land.

Ala Vista Tield Citizens Oi Company Satiomal OH Company San Antonio Marra Dineheaaing Monng Svelowent Ud Tuesilly Jtarher Wells Uehs OW Medina Oil and Gas Company Offieces Citizens O41 Ianother Sheldon Brothers San Antonio Oil Development Company Ule Sheldon Lutoil

Easy home dry cleaning by gasoline hack

Advertisement urges women to clean ribbons silks laces dresses and more with two ounces salvite in two gallons gasoline. Claims instant bright results no fading shrinking or pressing required. Promises five dollar worth of dry cleaning per hour at little cost using common supplies from drugstores groceries or garages.

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Fire damages home at 212 East Arsenal Street

A night fire caused about 3200 in loss to a five room frame cottage at 212 East Arsenal Street. Origin traced to central area with defective wiring. building valued 2000 with 1990 insurance. Fire alarm summoned several companies. library owned by Rabbi Gueraten unharmed. Furniture and fixtures valued about 4500 insured. Neighbors reported smoke and flames. cause listed as faulty wiring.

East Arsenal Street M. Magrom Babbi M. Guerstelx Bickel Gueraten

Interurban Company to Open Office Here

The San Antonio office of the Houston, Richmond & San Antonio Interurban Railway Company will open about November 1 in the Moore building with J McPherson in charge. President Rd Kennedy plans a northern route inspection for ten days, covering New Braunfels to Richmond and then Richmond to Houston. Kennedy cites growing county markets and increasing population as proof the interurban would be profitable, noting nine counties likely to be served and substantial tax base growth since 1870.

Houston Richmond San Antonio Moore Building Houston, Richmond & San Antonio Interurban Railway Company Rd Kennedy J. ©. McPherson Mr. Kennedy New Brauntely Kenedy Harrie Fort Bend Colorado Wharton Tackoon Gonzales Victoria Guadalupe Bexar Kennedy New England

California Syrup of Figs Promises Easy Constipation Relief

In a dated medical advice style, a laxative syrup is urged to ease a sick child’s constipation causing fever, fussiness, and poor appetite. The ad warns against counterfeit bottles and stresses that genuine California Syrup of Figs provides safe, gentle relief within hours for children of all ages.

Ilver Ta and Ornin Pig Syrup Company Ap Syring Gottle

County to change Lavernia road to avoid rail crossings

County commissioners approved abandoning a 2483 foot Lavernia road strip and building a new 2470 foot road to eliminate grade crossings with the Southern Pacific near Martines. The railroad agrees to pay half the cost. total project cost set at 606 dollars. The county will construct the new roadway.

Lavernia Martines Aew Southern Pacific Trailroad Company Richard Jones Victoria Engliear Fred Bennett Hat

March On Band Program At San Pedro Park

A new march composed by J Sauerwein will be played at 3 30 Sunday afternoon in San Pedro Park by the San Antonio Municipal Band directed by Professor William Hy South. The program includes On Jersey Shore and The Bridal Tour with selections from Verdi Moszkowski and Bizet, plus a medley of popular tunes. The concert, dedicated to William C. Rigsby, follows a midweek performance on Main Plaza at 8 15 PM.

J. Sauerwein San Antonio Wiliam C. Rigsby San Pedro Park William Hy South Jersey Shore Pryor Heahness Mouse Bendis G. Bizet Cornet Fescari Verdi Fiores Anaye M. Moszkowski Remick J. B. Lainpe Mississippi Dover Mary Chinatown Baren Rex William C. Rigsby Midwest Main Plaza Spears

San Angelo Fair Sets Dates and Expands Features

The San Angelo Fair in Texas runs November 2 to 8 with about $9000 in prizes and premiums. Highlights include live stock exhibits, racing programs with running and harness events, auto speed demos, bronc busting, goat roping, bull riding, branding contests, and parades such as Old Timers Cowboys and Buffragettes. November 2 is Sons of Herman Day, with a strong German attendee expectation. San Angelo Chamber of Commerce manages arrangements. railroads offer reduced travel rates for the event.

San Angelo Tex San ‘Angelo

Fredericksburg road paving plan hinges on local funds

Property owners along Fredericksburg road face a one mile extension to Bluemnel's store and eleven miles out to extend paving. County Commissioner Charles Gutzelt reports $800 of the $1,000 needed has been raised and expects the rest to follow. The county will continue work under the Finley Method contract, aiming to widen and surface the route next year.

Aia Fredericksburg Bluemnel Cowney Charles XX. Gutzelt Wisuke Gutseil

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