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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1931
Page
13
A fragmentary report mentions a visitor hinting at an accident involving Steve Weslar and a series of unclear names and events. The readable text references names like Mary and Calvert and hints at alleged acts and confrontations without coherent details or a clear sequence.
Mary confronts Bil Calvert amid a tense love triangle involving Steve and Eileen. Mary grapples with her protes t against happiness and a warning from Calvert about potential heartbreak. The scene ends with Mary masking pain as she contemplates difficult choices about loyalty and love.
City and utility companies are urged to remove overhead wires from an underground district in San Antonio. Mayor announces resistance to early removal as public service crews request line relocations along multiple streets including Market, Houston, Travis, and Santa Rosa corridors.
The Air Corps concert move is announced with a 45 minute program at Kelly Field. Warrant Officer William J. Tersho-Nor conducts a varied program including A tonal, Oclbe inrecture, and pieces from the Sicilian era. The concert features a trumpet solo by Fien 4ett and selections from the Metropolitan Opera repertoire.
The Texas Publishers Association will convene at the Maze Hotel in Corpus Christi on August 12 and 14 to discuss important matters affecting the newspaper business. The group comprises the state’s larger newspaper press.
A group of boys expresses gratitude to Mayor C. M. Chambers and Commissioner Jacob Ituhola for a camping outing at Medina Lake. The event was organized by the retention department and involved several youths.
In Beverly Mills Aug 4 report sparse copy notes dwindling news as predictions by big men fail. Talk of political figures and distractions fades while state and grasshoppers purge, and many run for president amid uncertain interest and tax concerns.
Census data show Mexican residents in the United States nearly doubled from 1920 to 1930, with 1,492,589 Mexican-born people and a large concentration in Texas and California. The 1930 classification placed many individuals with Mexican birth or parentage into the white category, affecting counts by state and region. Texas led with 653,652 residents, followed by California and Arizona.
A man, charged with robbery by assault using knuckles, appeared Tuesday morning at 1500 Went Horton Street before Justice of the Peace John Shook. A temporary bond of 1000 was set pending a preliminary hearing scheduled for August 14. The alleged victim, Mall Gonzales of 720 Fluena Vinta Street, reported being struck and robbed of 20 dollars.
Castle, president of the San Antonio Public Service company, told the city commission that the proposed ordinance would require operators to list exact routes for permit applications. He noted the routes have been in constant operation for months and that many buses run on regular schedules to the suburbs. He said the company currently operates buses on 60 minute schedules and requested extension of those schedules.
A detailed fashion note on autumn hats and accessory trends. It highlights new body silhouettes, the appeal of coordinated outfits, and cautions on proper fit. Sketches feature Begum Aga Khan’s look, rough straw hats, satin trims, and ensembles pairing hats with jackets and skirts.
Police under A D McDonald raided a scene after a quarrel between two men and an alleged bootlegger over declined credit. A heated exchange led to arrests as detectives arrived to quell the dispute. The bootlegger explained the incident during questioning.
A fragmented passage describes a bat in a Turkish position aboard a display of black velvet, with another bat of dark green tones nearby. The scene mentions flowers, a crown, and peculiar, cryptic phrases such as Chere ina Wirrow and mushroomel-brim, creating a surreal, dreamlike vignette.
The text describes oily skin treatment using egg white, a five to ten minute face rinse with seed water and witch hazel, followed by a brief massage with gold muscle oil. It notes workers who type all day need exercise, suggesting walking part of the way to work and similar routines. It also mentions Wavecarners with suggested color prompts for mood.
An Alawo Tirighia award event will be inspected at 8 p.m. during a meet at Aden Ffeighia school trials. Mrs. J. Lee, a welfare worker, will attend the gathering as authorities prepare for the evening program.
The hearing on a receiver for South San Antonio's municipal corporation moved from August 2 to August 6 to conform with law. Special Judge Beers and Robertson set the date after First State Bank of South San Antonio sought to delay the appointment. Voters go to the polls July 18 to dissolve the corporation, with creditors likely to pursue continued proceedings.
Reported raids on Los Angeles homes reveal thefts of garden hoses. Victims include Gordon Nore and several residents along West Hi au and West Mauston streets, with hoses and suitcases reported missing on Jefferson and nearby streets. Local police noted other petty thefts at San Pedro Park and Perry O'Brien’s residence.
An apparent old time gang from the Lurky night river plans a Wednesday night dance at Woodlawn Lake. They are described as teaching younger generations the points of dancing and attempting to influence attendees, with names like Moniag Jie Mists and Kelly listed as organizers.
An ice cream social is planned by the J Tal Avenue ward school PTA at the home of Mrs. Binek, 4710 South Vanes Street, at 8 p.m. Friday. Also noted is a comic boxing bout event featuring Thurs van Barrett, Mayor T B Curtis, and Jiarland 2 Pripnd as entertainment.
In a fighting mood Mayor Chambers criticizes women wearing pajama-like garments in public. He argues such dress erodes femininity and warns it would invite men to imitate similar attire. He defends traditional dress and laments shifting standards among city women.
A cataract removal in New York by Dr. Johnny Wheeler restored vision to King Projabdipok of Binm. The event prompted San Antonian Dre BP. Spring to seek further care from Dee Winovler. Details on the procedure are unclear due to OCR errors.
Tabhl Samuel Marks has been appointed chaplain of Enn Antoine Filks fodee No. 210 for the twenty-ninth consecutive term. The appointment was made by gall, exalted ruler of the Isent.
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