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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1929
Page
14
A spring sky gave way to a furious sleet and snow storm on April 27, 1928, crippling 3700 poles and 7000 miles of wire. Within 72 hours 11000 telephones were restored as 1000 workers from five states labored to reconnect isolated exchanges. The crisis showcased One Policy One System Universal Service across the Bell System.
Southwestern Bell appoints Misshia as manager at the Woodlawn Exchange, overseeing operations and customer service. The new role places emphasis on network reliability and regional outreach within the company’s Harvet district.
The Plattan Rhody club held its regular meeting with 49 members in attendance. A motion granted life memberships to charter members who have served over 15 years, approved unanimously, as members praised the honor. An afternoon program featured life histories of Robert E Lee, Jefferson Davis, Stonewall Jackson, and General Grant, followed by a tea.
Readable snippets show a busy Thursday at Achil and surrounding stations with a mix of music, talks, and community notices. Listed items include KTAV KTSA KG and WOAL programs, police notes, education meetings, and a long roster of musical broadcasts across multiple stations, reflecting a vibrant local broadcasting scene.
Nine San Antonians on the Hospital Board as the Team Children's hospital sponsors change hands. Mare Knlale and Dan Sullivan lead the sponsor group aiding the hospital’s management. The move aims to influence future operations and local policy around the hospital.
Kant Side Besittress Men's league representatives will meet the city commission at 10 Friday morning to determine the fate of a street marking project for extending Losoya Street. The plan proposes cantilever construction over the San Antonio River near East Cantinares, just south of East Market Street.
San Antonio Hotel greeters announce a formal dance at 6 p m May 1 at Gunley hotel. Proceeds fund San Antonio delegation expenses for a national convention.
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