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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1927
Page
3
A report notes renewed preparation for a transatlantic hop from Paris to New York by Bellanca aircraft with a $25,000 stake. Capt Charles Nungesser is cited as planning a bid from Perils to New York amid discussions of Bert Acosta and Lieyi Berand preparing for the Paris run.
An old advertisement-style testimonial claims Tanlac cured a woman of severe rheumatic pain and swelling after other medicines failed. It cites a Mrs. 2, ML Bolder of 160 WN Venegaver Street, Telsa, Okla, praising Tanlac as a tonic and digestive aid and notes the product is sold by doctors and druggists with over 40 million bottles previously sold.
Paris report states Ganna Walska, widow of Harely McGormick of Chicago, is rumored to manage a beauty parlor in the city. Dr Serge Vermott is said to supervise this beauty culture venture with substantial funds involved.
CHICAGO April 22 Miss Borden seventeen year old daughter of John Borden millionaire expedition now in Arctic fared a change of incident with deadly instrument today. Miss Borden's automobile struck down and lightly injured Mrs Gertrude Harrison as she was about to board a street car. Miss Borden aided by a policeman who arrested her lifted the injured woman into the car and drove her to hospital. At a police station her bond was fixed at 1000
EB Felnet of Shreveport district representative for the Recreational and Playground Association of America arrived in San Antonio on Thursday to finalize plans for the convention to be held April 25 to 29 at the Pissa hotel. A program likely includes a dinner at the Menger hotel for about thirty delegates.
Justice of the Peace investigates the death of B. Wassenrich 22 Dekota Street found Wednesday afternoon afloat in eight canes near Brackenridge self course. A 38 caliber pistol was in the middle of the forehead, and a message left behind by a vender of midde wea. The body was identified by a passerby and reported to authorities.
A Texas theater crowd gathered Thursday for a special showing of The Campus Elict featuring Bebe Daniels. Miss Marz Flennerey, elected Campus Flirt, appeared on stage as the event was run under the Students' Council of Main Avenue High School. Funds raised go to the school general athletic fund.
Honolulu YMCA secretary revises branch duties while visiting San Antonio. Army T here, Mo Bessenn leads YMC A service plans for men stationed there. Project aimed at a trillion dollars and includes 12M soldiers and 200 marines and tailors.
In a sweeping initiative a national project aims to construct new beverage facilities to meet rising demand across the country. Officials highlight planned funding, locations, and timelines while addressing safety and accessibility concerns.
Word has been sent to agents of the American Railway Express company that all shipments of supplies for Rock Springs storm sufferers will be carried free of charge. Shipments will be sent via Kerrville Camp Wood Sebinal or via Tvelée.
Governor J A Almeida, ousted amid armed clashes in Chihusiny, sped Thursday to Mexico City to meet President Dallas. His brother A B Almeida, Ciudad Juarez major, left San Antonio with their lawyer, saying his life is in danger. Three days earlier he was shot at in Juarez and narrowly escaped an assassination attempt near Marta as Mexican officers pressed charges.
The directors of the Southwest Na Hann egg-laying contest met Thursday afternoon at the Jynisx Chamber of Commerce to discuss plans for the early execution of pens on the contest grounds on the Pleasanton road. Presiding at the meeting was Paoli Villares, president of the contest governors.
A Vintage remedy claim describes St Josephs G F P as a vegetable tonic restoring energy for tired women and girls. The ad cites Miss Rose Anna Pagella of Memphis Tennessee praising improved appetite sleep and mood after using G F P. It promotes $1 bottles with a money back guarantee and suggests pairing with St Josephs Antiseptic Powder.
TOKIO April 21 The Bank of Japan held an urgent morning meeting to discuss a moratorium due to the serious financial situation. The premier later summoned major bankers to the official residence for a conference as most Tokyo banks face strains and debate whether the distress can be stemmed.
An Eleventh Street woman suffered chemical burns from lye and was hospitalized at Robert B. Green Hospital for treatment early Thursday, according to street reports. No further details given.
Fire crews rushed to a burning automobile on EleValLongn Avenue near Olmos Dam Drive early Thursday. Police said the driver and occupants were missing, leaving the blaze shrouded in mystery.
Tentative plans call for the showing of the World War film Wings at the Texas theater on May 10 28 as a benefit for the Second Division Memorial Fund. Brig. Gen. Paul B. Malone presided at the campaign launch in San Antonio with the Famous Players Lasky production. Proceeds aid the division memorial fund. admission ranges from 3 to 5 dollars with 600 seats at the higher price.
Members of the history department at Main High hung eleven wall maps this week under the direction of Miss Edith Morey head of the history department. The new maps help students get their bearings and enhance classroom displays.
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