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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1939

Page

2

Sarong Opera and World War II Echoes at Aztec

Fragmented clippings show Sarong Opera at the Aztec praised for entertainment, alongside a British foreign policy update. The Times notes Poland seeking clarity on Britain’s pledge of aid and Chancellor Chamberlain’s stance on defending Poland, with emphasis on independence and anti aggression.

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Cole Porter Music for Show Stir Framed by Hollywood Buzz

Hollywood chatter ties Cole Porter to a stage musical with Mae West tied to Pars. rumors name Monte Weoley directing, while Paramount pursues Road to Mandates with Bing Crosby Dorothy Lamour and Bob Hope. Other industry notes touch on Barbara Stanwyck, Barbara Hale, and various stars in evolving projects and headlines.

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Midnight at the Majestic stars Colbert and Ameche

A midnight showing at the Majestic features Claudette Colbert and Ton Ameche in a comedy. Supporting cast includes John Barrymore Mary Astor Francis Lederer Jane Barrie Rex O Malley and Henda Hopper as smartness anchors the promotion.

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Roosevelt cites radio faults amid network rumors

Elliott tells Fado trouble as Fort Worth report notes mechanical issues in radio transmission. Roosevelt, president of a 23-station group, appeals to Governor O'Daniel to reveal rumors about Hindlinex broadcasting being altered. He asks for fair treatment toward Texas radio and for transparency regarding the Sunday program changes.

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Radio Programs Listing Echoes A Busy Broadcast Day

A dense schedule lists varied shows and hosts across stations, including WABC and mutual broadcasts. It details time slots from morning to late night with programs on news, sports, quizzes, music, and dramas, plus station identifiers and program names.

Andy Devine Appears on NBC Show This Evening

Actor Andy Devine will guest tonight on the NBC program hosted by Tommys Rives Helty. The broadcast from NBC WOAT-T features Devine in a guest appearance and a Harlem tragedy segment is listed for the same evening on RTSA-?.

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Planned Nueces and San Antonio highway project stalls

A delegation from the San Antonio chamber of commerce appeared before officials to push a planned highway project along State Highway No. 241. Attending were numerous county representatives from Nueces, Atascosa, Duval and Starr counties as well as local bank executives and city leaders. The meeting produced estimates around $160,000 for the posting and potential construction details.

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France Works to Co-ordinate Army Efforts Amid War Plans

Paris reports France moving to align military efforts with Britain to deter Germany and defend Poland. Paris seeks Russian assurances for Poland or Germany aid, while tightening police control over foreigners and boosting aviation fuel stocks. A plan to elevate the French legation in Bucharest to embassy was approved.

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Grace Lutheran to Confirm 27 in Class

Grace Lutheran Church schedules confirmation for 27 members in the Lutheran faith. Pastor Rev. John A. Scherzer will lead the ceremony after Sunday services, with candidates listed by name including James Anderson, Allene Asamaun, Florence Ganson, and others.

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Mrs Edgar Hubbard Heads Presbyterial Min

Mrs Edgar Hubbard elected president of the Austin Presbyterial with a slate of officers including Mrs I B Norris of Austin as vice president and Mrs J W Birkham of San Antonio as secretary of missionary education Also named were Mrs K Workman Austin treasurer Mrs Justus Pylverson Austin secretary and others handling children and youth work plus districts and auxiliary roles.

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Poland girds for outbreak in war scare in Warsaw

April reports from Warsaw indicate Poland and Britain consider joint anti French measures to deter a German attack. Premier Chamberlain says consultations aim to coordinate sea and land forces with France and Britain while Polish resistance plans are debated. Turbulent signals show Türkiye tightening national defense amid broader European tensions.

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Senators Aim Boost For WPA Funding Plan

Washington expects senate action on a WPA boost. Forecasts say the 50 million to 100 million package could finance New Deal works, with approval by the Senate Appropriations Committee and possible roll call in the coming days.

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Presbyteriana Plan Communion Rite in Denver services

A Presbyterian rite will be held during Usyqanvavettnyr service at Denver Holes. The Rev. Edgar Hubbard will lead the morning mass. In Movida, Mexico, Miss Tel niem R. Tackhurn, pastor of Tur Hor Hodae nciodl, will speak on Mexican mission work during the evening service.

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Special Pre-Easter Services Slated

Pastor Shirkey announced a series of tribal sermons as Easter services begin. The Life of Christ topics include The Way of Discipleship and related lessons in the upcoming Holy Week program.

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