SAPL : August 9 In San Antonio History...

Press release from the San Antonio Public Library:

Andrew Crews

August 09, 2021

1906
A large number of lots were disposed of at sheriff’s sale this morning. Many of them were in what is known as Alamo Heights and brought the magnificent price of $13 each.

1942
The world’s largest aerial navigation school will go into action at Hondo today, when cadets march to their first classes in academic buildings.

1946
A new telephone exchange designated as “Circle” will provide 1,000 additional telephones in San Antonio’s business district, Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. officials announced today.

This press release was produced by the San Antonio Public Library. The views expressed here are the author’s own.