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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1932
Page
13
A fragment recalls student duels among German fraternity men from Leipzig now in Texas. It notes the duel customs, swords used, and rites before initiation, with reflections on how German student life differs from American university practices.
The article recalls dueling customs with doctors and seconds present, noting high scores for slashing temple and brutal clashes. It also mentions OSCAR HOLCOMBE former Houston mayor, DERRY KROEGHR actor singer, and ARTHUR GOLDSCHMIDT, Brackenridge alumnus, making media appearances and protests weeks ago.
An OCR fragment reports student protests over Reed Harris’s expulsion with praise for the student editor’s martyrdom. It mentions local figures such as Bob Kelley, Adrian Hines, Mrs Kate Schenck, Lerman Goodman, Tom Ray Parr, and Pleasant Fez Carrier, along with military notices for Lt. Col. Prudent Cruse and a Fort Sill Houston artillery unit.
Owners on the 485 acre Hay Ing tract near Kathy field bomb range received a final payment of 2400 dollars from local government by Thursday. The land, condemned after bombing practice, was valued at about 100 dollars per acre with an original purchase total around 92,223.01 dollars.
City and county leaders, taxpayers, and officials gathered at Berthoven Hall to push for tax reduction through government consolidation and reform. Speakers attacked high salaries and costly programs, urging tighter spending while warning against harming education and services.
Two San Antonio architects, Mictiard Yordler Btrnten and Ray Blond Phelps, born in Washington D C, are chosen as delegates to the Western Texas chapter of the American Tenitent Architcetuen ty conference. Halie Nelha Themiplind presides, with attendees listed for Wednesday and Tuesday sessions.
Pastore and lay delegates to the San Antonia district conference of the Methodist church met at Travis Park Methodist church. Elected officials include J. M. Price as district officer and Jay Disder with Leo McQuitty and Blanley Banks as associates. A. H. Banker and Victor Han King licensed to preach, 24 preachers renewed. Dr. K P Berton presiding elder led the session with Dr. Hing Vivien, Dr. D E Bank, Dr. W W Jackson and Price as speakers.
New jobs in various federal departments open to competitors via the United States Civil Service Commission. Posts range from field assistants and aides in agriculture to plasterers, marine engineering inspectors, farm managers, and a superintendent for a furniture factory. Closing dates vary from May 3 to August 31, with age limits generally 18 to 63 and examinations in Washington.
Public library of Denver ordered one copy of Texas Trails Legends of the Great Southwest by Marcy Williams. A second order for two more copies was received this week, indicating strong demand as libraries in several states place orders. Publisher Jon Q. Naylor notes the work as successful Western and Southwestern writing.
Heights junior high School’s graduating class will stage a three act farce comedy titled Who Wouldnt Be Crazy Friday night. Mrs Adele Speiser and Miss Macy Bright direct. Cast includes Courtney Browne Claire Lawler Dick Taliaferro Gertrude Newton Belly Dean Russell McKinney Clyde Jalmison Hob Berman Ruly Yompblood Rouse Elington Marjone Rehman Mary White Tilly Flint Maury de Graves Gardnel Hyflaker Clarence Callaghan Hawold Wollbpeney.
Central Catholic High School plans a dance to honor the graduating class. Arrangements are being handled by William Kook Marvin Boest Pan Siberin Lewis Banm Andrew Obitott Anthony Weynand Frank Weltens and Charles Martinez.
A mass meeting of federal employees and ex service men adopted a resolution demanding the resignation or removal of General Frank L. Hines, veteran administrator, alleging distorted testimony on soldier bonus payments. The gathering condemned the omnibus economy bill and urged Congress to study and amend it, with speakers criticizing Hoover era policies and potential cuts in veterans’ benefits. Major S M Hawkins led the resolution debates as Barret and others pressed for protection of disabled veterans’ compensation.
Walter Poe brings J Ber Kenney, a Twenty first cavalry veteran and brother of James Kenney, to San Antonio to recount a two layer war aboard a river salt ship. An order to reburn salt led to punishments and disarmament of Confederate parties as the boat fled down the Mississippi. The vessel wrecked and salt carried inland amid a Confederate role in the event.
A Selina Kansas youth Myron Hamsey, 16, ran away from home to visit relatives. Detected in Abil headquarters after leaving a jewelry store in Corpus Christi with rings a watch and a pistol. He confessed after coffee and a talk with detectives and sergeant Kelley, saying he burned four hours and sought relatives.
Two fiddlers contests are planned during Music Week in San Antonio. All participants aged over 9 compete in one contest while those under 9 enter another. The events occur Wednesday May 4 at 7 93 p.m. in the St. Anthony ballroom with prizes for winners. Sponsored by the San Antonio Music Week Foundation led by Eli Herlberg, the public is invited and admission is free.
Ochs will be the speaker at the regular weekly services at Temple Beth-El Borlock. Rabbi Brischill conducts the priyices and Rufus Graerinck will sing. Saturday morning service at 1 30 features Frise presenting Two Ancient Talents for the Home.
A special one way fare of 25 cents to all points in the Southeast and a return for 25 cents is being promoted. The offer, relayed by the Bowthenst ewn Rassengey ananelilinn, is issued by WW A Tenney city Uekel for the SAMO Pacis lines.
Farmers in Bexar Wilson Medina and Uvalde counties show renewed optimism as wet weather spurs a surge in applications for federal crop loans. Myron F. Werd notes hesitancy ended with early harvest fears fading and a scramble to file before the deadline. Applications must be in by midnight Saturday.
P V White of 1263 West Mistletoe Avenue was found guilty after a 30 minute jury deliberation of fraudulently obtaining 500 dollars from widow Mrs M A Figlay of 72 West Commerce Street The state presented evidence he borrowed funds from two Lots on Menchaca Street using a quitclaim deed and spent the money The indictment accused him of theft by bailee and embezzlement related to 1928 actions While the two lots are burdened by long taxes they were valued at little and the case centered on the $500 conversion to White’s own use.
Irvin will head the Masonic parade for the dedication ceremony of the George Washington Masonic temple in Washington. Lemire Treth, past district master, anchors the parade while Anchor Lodge No 424, A F and A M, and the work of the order in Texas join the event.
A fragment indicates the eleventh reserve officers association held a national convention in Pittsburg last week. It names Got. Relph Lure as president of the Eighty Corps Reserve Officers Association, per a word received from a local source.
An old-fashioned canes will begin the o elnek Thursday night at Linghaieh park recreation briling. Mrs 1 8 Porter and Nosless headline The Joy Makers will Hil MLE missle.
Mechoskey, an adjuster, enjoined from soliciting claims against San Antonio Public Service Co after a trial that featured about 40 witnesses. McCloskey appeals to the Fourth Court of Civil Appeals, while Brown argues about alleged interference in asbestos and personal injury claims from 1992.
Colonel Jose W. Boyd of the Twenty-third Infantry, stationed at Fort Sam Houston, is ordered to Grand Rapids Michigan on July 1 for duty with the organized reserves. He reported to Fort Sam Houston on August 5 for duty with the Second Division general staff and later transferred to the Twenty-third Infantry as executive rifleman.
A R Marker will speak on Masonry before Master Masons and their families at a meeting sponsored by San Antonio Indies. In the lodge at 07 Camel Street attendees will hear a musical program featuring Mae Mobb ery Miss Slats Charles Forbes and Alvis Andrix with vocalists and accordionist.
A social afternoon for all visitors to San Antonio was announced for 3 pm. Mrs HH Riegler, secretary, will unveil details of a proposed goodwill tour into Mexico. Mrs W EL Barker will explain the tour plans and arrangements.
Box supper planned by the Alamo Heights Club Joagur postponed due to scheduling issues on the lawn of the new cli Mildhia. A new date for the event will be announced later.
The music world hopes for word of recovery of Frank St. Leger, famed composer and opera conductor, after major operation at Santa Rosa Infirmary. He plans to settle in San Antonio, praising the city as a real musical center and noting his duties with the Chicago Civic Grand Opera. His condition shows a slight decline, but doctors report possible improvement. He has spent two springs here and has coached many local singers, with ties to the Chicago Opera company and a noted career across several countries.
NEW YORK April 28 An army officer from Fort Humphrey Virginia obtained a license to wed Anne Te Gombert a Seguin Texas native tomorrow. Wath bourne born in Indian territory is Mand bts Trances is 28.
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