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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1931
Page
10
A fragmented account follows Alma as she battles drug addiction in a bleak arc. The narrative traces her descent through relationships, medical missteps, and societal pressures, depicting the lure of narcotics, failed cures, and the pervasive reach of addiction across cities, with references to doctors, friends, and a harsh environment.
Fragmented police report details several robberies and an attempted hold up in a morning incident. Suspects described as Mexicans robbed a man at gunpoint near Laredo and streets, with victims including a jeweler and a nearby patron. A separate case notes a station robbery and a series of contact, theft and attempt events involving multiple parties in quick succession.
Five people recovering from injuries after separate incidents in the city. John Dixon, 989 Baxter Street, suffered a fractured skull. Yolner Hammonds, 32, of 28 Anwtus Street, injured when a car crashed into three parked cars. Vete Canghie, AIT Water Street, struck by a vehicle at West Houston and Stetina wheels. Four-year-old, 4159 2 Avenue, hit by a passing car on Bowh New Brownfela Avenue. Carlos Newton, 81 of 1817 Rast Avenue, knocked down at Dine and Houston. All residents taken to Anbert A Green Hospital.
A damaged OCR style item reports that Easter Sunday events at a church included broken hidelaces and treenails. it notes 1031 persons registered at the Sunday school and a total of VAL attendees at church services as the building was utilized for worship.
Fragmented OCR describes an old radio station under threat as plans shift to a new location on high ground. It notes communications from Bob Sam Tustin and mentions phased dismantling of a 126400 tower and relocation to a site near Houston, with an emphasis on moving operations and signaling changes amid controversy.
A Thursday night banquet at the YWCA will honor mothers of senior Girl Reserves. The event, led by Miss Ross G. Burri and Miss Tillian Rogers, includes a mother daughter hangout at Miss Marines School and speeches from reserve members.
A jury rejected murder charges against Testo Tous and related defendants while a sentence of ten years was imposed for the principal offender in the Velie murder case. Other motions for new trials were denied or postponed as the court reviews legal technicalities.
An odd diary like report describes a birthday party broadcast over radio with attendees named or implied. It notes locations on West Alamere and Elsner streets and mentions speakers and guests including several couples and individuals, reflecting a community social event recorded with unclear OCR text.
Two men acted together Monday to steal a car after following a Palm Hotel and College Streets area incident. Police say one man attempted to drive away, the other had fled, and officers arrested him near the curb after a brief pursuit.
A fragmentary report details a hijacking attempt near Wayrima and a pursuit involving multiple suspects. Police interview notes reference a man named Parker Bar and a map of events around a Pyrrie's hom location. Investigators Wig and Mitchel are noted in the pursuit narrative.
Past President of the Federation of Business and Professional Women will speak as the representative at eight o clock in the evening. The gathering at Pontmain will include notable writers and leaders, with Mrs WL A Tlayaril and others coordinating arrangements for the event.
Organized garbled report notes perfume thefts and stolen items across several locations. It references Jones, 1714 Santh Se Marys, a rain pollower, a pistol, Gonzales, Wert Martin piieol, chickens with a craving nail, Mise Glass Anthix, and a gang or group called Chen RA Grange.
A fragmented report details a regional sineference opening with business leaders and their wives attending. Leaders from the Texas Chamber of Commerce and various local delegates discuss a two day meeting in Cromond City and Teague Alabama.
El Paso Texas April 6 report describes a passenger aboard American Airlines returning from Mexico City to Los Angeles. The account mentions a mishap, loss of 400000 miles, and confusion as the writer recalls near collision and an inability to land safely.
A federal retail study for Corpus Christi outlines sales totaling $18 million with automotive and general merchandise leading. The data covers store types including chain, independent, and cooperative outlets, with 1930 population listed as 27 721 and detailed employment figures across sectors. The report, part of a nationwide exhibition, provides a broad view of local consumer spending and business composition.
A relief plane bound for an earthquake zone in Central America is returning to base in San Antonio after delivering CAN pounds of medical supplies and bandages. The mission, led by Aerosol Hixhe manager Aberold and pilot TF, included volunteers from the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and donations from local ramping groups.
Mes. Angelita Porgdes, 27, severely burned when an oil stove in her home at 18 Mile Street exploded as she prepared dinner. Flames scorched her clothing. family members extinguished the blaze. She remains in critical condition at Tebert FB hospital, Monday.
Passover closing events listed at Temale Reth-Eh with a series beginning Tuesday at 10 30 a m The Wednesday program includes Haliby Hyde rai Prieeh speaking on The Song of Monge and The F maze Kentiral Wednesday mornings
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