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Austin's New Pavement, Bacteriologist Hired

Thursday, May 16, 1918 regular
  • Approved significant infrastructure upgrades for Guadalupe Street, including the acceptance of new tarvia pavement and ordering of new sidewalks.
  • Allocated substantial funds to public health initiatives, specifically appropriating a salary for a bacteriologist.
  • Received and discussed a report detailing local fire hazard conditions, indicating a focus on public safety.

Full Transcript

Reports read Kuehne + Chasey permit Accepting tarvia pavement on Guadalupe St. Thos. P. Meyer: Curb on 2 cemetery lots --- Page break --- Sidewalks ordered laid on west side Guadalupe St. Report on con- ditions of fire Hazard Cost & oiling Street near S. A. St. C.H. Stelfox special Policeman --- Page break --- Ray Griffin Service Car License # 1500 appo. to Public Health # 500 appo. for Bacteriologist Salary Purchase of 10,000 lbs. wire auto usage Purchase of car load of wrought iron pipe of different sizes