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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1927

Page

19

Merry Slaps Bill For Kissing Her Goodnight

Merry Locke a twenty year old in love with Anthony Gaines falls for him after a chance meeting. He asks her to run away and marry but Merry hesitates revealing a crush on Derrick Jones. Amid family woes and rumors of money, she questions Tony’s seriousness as he delays engagement and she considers other paths.

Merry Locke Anthony Gaines Jovy Derrick Tones Bay Yves Tony Erry Steva Business School Amd Madame Dales Beauty Shop Dhie Wight Tosy Cassie Merry Mery Beyhat

California hotels ban bottle openers to save guests teeth

Report from San Antonio hotels notes guests breaking teeth on bottle tops, prompting a shift to corkscrews and in-room openers. California inns reportedly adopted the policy earlier, but San Antonio still provides openers, despite concerns over damaged furniture and safety.

Ss. Bostle Tiquer San Antonio Bor Wed & Guest California Bos

Houston evangelist to speak in San Antonio

Houston's famed evangelist Raymond T. Richey will deliver morning and evening addresses in Beethoven hall San Antonio Friday, per word received by Rev. J C Wilder pastor Abe Glad Tidings church Denver Boulevard and Mesquite Street.

Raymond T. Richey Houston San Antonio Beethoven Hall J.C. Wilder Abe Glad Tidiege Denver Boulevard Mesquite Street

Aliens Seek US Citizenship Hearing in Fort Worth

Citizenship hearings for thirty aliens who filed petitions with Charles TF Tucker Fort Worth district director of immigration in federal court this week will be held during the September term of the court

Charles Tf, Tucker Fort Worth Embirdlixation Conel

Night Drive Beneath Wet Roads and Neon Lights

In a rain swept night aboard a car, Merry recalls a past romance with Toni Games and wonders about danger ahead. Bill Erskine, Morley Kaufdau, and Alohley share wary banter as the storm passes and stars appear, while Alohley worries about safety and his sister on the road.

Morley Kaufdau Bill Alohley Derry

History of San Antonio starts today by Bess Carroll

A Texas Outumetrists convention session at the St. Anthony hotel discussed how civilization strains vision. Dr Mollie Armstrong warned that 75 percent need glasses due to early close work in kindergartens. a new instrument tests acuity without memory tricks. A four-pair glasses guide was shared for men and women, plus tips on styles for different occasions.

San Antonio Bess Carroll Texas St. Anthony Hotel Persous Alesses Mollie Armstrong Windsor Whitr Oxford Oxfords Library

Dawn tales heralding San Antonio’s founding journey

In early American lore French voyageurs heard from northern Indians about a “River of Spreading Branches” and a southern song of Flowers. These stories reached the French and Spanish thrones and spurred explorers, leading to the eventual founding of San Antonio.

America Far North San Antonio River

Appointment of one man to succeed Judge Edwards

Postoral judge DuVal West, in whom the appointive power is vested, will be selected before May. The States commissioner will make the appointment to fill the vacancy left by Judge R. L. Edwards.

Ue Dude R. L. Edwards DuVal West Pawl Lanz

New Science Books Added at Brackenridge Carnegie Library

A shelf of new science volumes is installed at the Brackenridge Efignechnol branch of the Carnegie library. Miss Ora Jshuzet, principal, says the shelf will be used mainly by science students and for study.

Brackenridge Efigechnol Carnegie Library Ora Jshuzet Prinlip

Examinations Set For Second Lieutenant Appointments

Final examinations for appoint ment as second lieutenant in the United States Regular Army will be held from June 20 to 5. Applications to take the examinations may be made to the Eighth Corps Area headquarters. Applicants must be between ages 20 and 25.

Ments United ‘States Regular Army Eighth Corps

Years Of Romance Told By Eyewitnesses Pioneers Descendants

A fragmented reminiscence piece from a San Antonio era, mixing quotes and anecdotes about early settlers, frontier life, and O Henry memories. It reflects on who knows San Antonio’s past and present, through voices from pioneers, locals, and writers, with references to Texas cities and old street life.

Army debate over blue uniform revival stalled by red tape

Officers at Wort Sam Movatos and other posts express mixed views on reviving the old blue dress uniform. Supporters say it meets social needs, while opponents cite cost, with an estimated initial outlay near $400 for a complete setup. The proposal remains stalled amid controversy.

Hine Wort Blin

Ex-students Host Annual A and M Mothers Meeting

San Antonis As and NM Mothers welcomed former A and M students at the college event held Thursday. D J Hurt, W A Wurshach, and W T Montgomery, board members, served as guests of honor.

San Antonis As Mothers Lab T. M. G. As Balidins D. J. Hurt W. A. Wurshach W. T. Montgomery The College

A Bird in the Hand Invests in Real Estate Ads

Classified line promotes real estate investments claiming potential high dividends and happiness. Appears as a dated newspaper blurb urging readers to read light classified ads for investment options. Mentions safer and surer returns than real estate and invites interest in today’s listings.

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