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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1929
Page
13
Queenie returns after a party in a shabby hotel scene with Hank in bed awake. Dawn creeps in while Queenie clings to luxury, a $1000 bill, and fragile showgirl pride. Tense exchanges reveal a volatile plan to leave with Hank and seek bigger gains, ending with a promise of upheaval.
Work began on the Erie canal on November 28, 1825 to create a new waterway link. Light classified acts serve as daily connectors for buyers and sellers and a meeting place for all business classes. For wants, call Crockett 2400.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls deputy and chief Geraninn leading remnants of old Tile bands to Bort Bam Mounton. Cavalry escort, crowds at the stockade, and the quadrangle scene show imprisonment and restless watchfulness among boys. Guards chase onlookers as plaque of memory lingers.
Westmoorland college sets May 3 as Homecoming Day with dances, contests, and a royal fete. Former students are invited to attend activities directed by Virginia Evans and a decorative pageant led by Olivia Willett and others, ending with an informal reception.
A three day carnival and bazaar will open at St. Anne's Catholic church with a program headed by Mrs. Wahl. The event features the band of Bl. Peter's orphanage and the Knights of Columbus. Four girls Patricia Naeke Martina Carle Olivia Mier and Hortense Bisvly have been chosen for the honor. Dinner each evening will be served with band concerts and a dance act by Carey and Vonnrr Danse.
A Fredericksburg rancher seeks a legal turkey brand to prevent losses from unidentified birds. He filed on Tuesday with County Clerk Jack St. Burke to register a brand and identification mark for his stock, proposing an indelible A on the right wing and web of the left foot. The move aims to ensure turkeys are identifiable before Thanksgiving sales.
Children invited to rehearse for the Nie Fleatt fete join Miss Molly Mora at Thaamiitorhim school under administrator Ty ANteF Nehool for Wednesday afternoon activities.
The camera contest editor and entrants like Bertha Llue and Dr J Fenni Benson vie for prizes in a Dollargraphg event judged by Oscar. Winners include Benson for Mississippi paddle-wheel steamer photos. other names receive honorable mentions. Contests end April, with prints returned on request. Illness rumors about King George VI denied in London as false reports circulate.
A 1944 U.S. Commerce Department report shows San Antonio and the local district increasing imports from and exports to Mexico. Exports totaled 75,251,040 and overall trade through Atlantic and Gulf ports signals a shift toward the South and West. Manufacturing growth in San Antonio is linked to rising Mexico commerce, though the department notes Latino American markets northward need more attention.
A Bracken Ridge High senior class float will feature a pink and lavender Chinese motif. Senior girls listed as riders include Ave Stgirmann and Grace Pump along with others such as Evelyn Courad and Lorraine Lee Cope.
A pleasing image featuring oelbubners and prickly pear secures first prize in The Light-Fox company camera contest. The event runs in April with four prizes daily for top pictures.
Three feet display intricate embroidery on the latest creations at the Guarantee Shoe company. Anne Giesler of Delon holds one model while three more adorn the scene, showcasing the dainty foot fashion.
San Antonio public schools complete a vaccination program with 14215 children immunized against diphtheria and smallpox vaccines administered to others as part of the effort. School nurses report ongoing efforts to vaccinate remaining students and strengthen the public school health system.
The council announces a July to August Scout camp period with sessions July 41 to August 10 and August 20 closing. The program features Indian tents village, honors, merit badges, and camp leadership guidance. Certification for advancement will be presented at a farewell campfire night.
Widening of Leon Springs Road will connect Hemount Pope road with TLittinien road. Secretary of war announced approval at Eight Corns area headquarters. A large tadlin enrya will be arl owed on Mittiman road near the connection with Hemmut Depot tam. details noted by officials.
Federal inspection of the TC. T. C. nnila at Mite avenue and Brackenridge will be held Friday evening. Col Williory Ay Cable and TC. officers of the Firbth Corps area will conduct the inspection.
The Negro Ministers Alliance plans a city meeting at St Pauls Meth odist Church 130 Wert Muspoile street at 5 pm to discuss employment and living conditions in San Antonio. Chairman He Kelly will lead the session with C W Trico of the State Negro Ministers Alliance as keynote speaker.
A brief notice reports that high school cadets will be honored at a school event. The program will recognize cadet achievements and community service, with attending students and faculty listed in the agenda.
Mrs Rose Woalenth of Median emmly named executrix of an estate in a probate court filing Tuesday. Executor Mrs Caroline Zserchor, mother, referenced in the will. The will directs sale of the estate with proceeds to be divided equally among Lee elake children. Dated and filed in San Antonio.
A report to the police states burglars escaped from the Woodlawn residence of YF Johnson after stealing a suit and about $50. The burglars fled through an unlatched back door leaving garments and remaining clothes scattered. Authorities are reviewing clues from the scene.
Eugene Fairchild a dry agent and his ex-wife Miss Lena Magee are briefly reunited amid complications from a false affidavit that led to their separation. Lillian de King of Dlinois referenced in the dispute.
Legendary opera star Madame Schuman-Heink, 84, arrives by Missouri Pacific train in Granite Valley en route to engagements in Arkansas and Oklahoma. She vows not to stop singing, saying she aims to lift spirits of wounded and lonely service members and young singers while continuing concert and opera work.
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