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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1929

Page

12

Oil Stock Coup Shocks Mama and Papa at Table

In a chaotic family scene, Mama and Papa quarrel over oil stock dealings. Papa reveals he turned oil stock into cash after uncovering options and a large deception linked to Mother’s property. The disclosure hints at a major oil scheme involving Giant California and Southwestern.

Mama Ellie Elie Jack Benger Papa Nancy Tapa Bigs Malhey Moore Oil Peter Gil California Dewey Tewish Teter oMama Roth Vonfiling Dean Wellenhack Jan Wanitofuil Php

Teenager Faces Fine in Odd Goer Foratinu Case

Pablo Herrera, 17, of 154 Durwage Street, Comm, was cited for a late night disturbance described as a goer foratinu taurt. The report notes a different figure, a 1010 dollar fine, and mentions several names in a jumble of unrelated phrases.

Pablo Herrera Durwage Street Goerforatinu Taurt Mirge Dineieblog Martie Sil Baty Jara Watson Emma Hefern Huther

Orr Returns to City After Three-Year Absence

MP Agent Orr, away from the city for three years, lands in city limits. He is identified with the Missouri Tacoma railroad and the National Takaf Commerce. Orr formerly served as division manager and is recognized for his role in rail and commercial sectors, including the five-story Takaf building and nearby towers that were affected by recent events.

Agent Orr Mvas Sram Gai Gearent Missouri Tafk Healymeters Aer Negiaiger Agent Horn Ting Nen Rane Pree Rovers Nmi Sail Kkelinn Agin National Takaf Commerce Feu

Main Avenue High School Principal Election Expected

Principal selection for Main Avenue High School was anticipated at the school board meeting set for 8 p.m. Tuesday, with Superintendent B W Hartley noting no other news and only routine items like building repair contracts and teacher salary considerations on the agenda.

Main Avenue High School Board of Education B. W. Hartley Tie James J.G. Unreterger

Watson Assesses Fines for Theft

Arinra Rodrigues, 40, of 100 Buena Vista Street, was arrested by city detective Laurie for stealing one Dir of hose. Judge Dave Watson fined him $40 in Mandarin Corporation court.

Mandarin Corporation Court Villarges Arinra Rodrigues Buena Vista Street Dyak Laurie Dave Watson

Aviators Race For First Home Fly Hours

Army pilots at Kelly Field and Brooks Field lead the annual race for most flying hours. At six months, Kelly Field totals 23 185 hours 40 minutes, while Brooks Field records 22 812 hours 63 minutes, giving Kelly Field a narrow lead.

Army Kellyfield Brooksfield Crooks Field Kelly Field

Poison Victim In Critical Condition At Port Sam Houston

A poisoning victim remains in critical condition Monday at Station Hospital in Port Sam Houston. Police and medical staff report the individual suffered bi rbintide poisoning and was found unconscious in a private area. Authorities continue to investigate the incident and assess potential motives.

Teat Marts

Net star to wed artist in surprise engagement

Beautiful English tennis star Hileen Bennett announces engagement to noted artist Fearnley Whittingstall. The couple, shown together, disagrees on one thing he never played tennis while she excels in the sport.

Hileen Bennett Fearnley Whittingstall

And I Remember When

A reminiscence by Mrs. C Brown recalls a family overland trip from Gonzales to Yookum. She describes oxen drawn schooners and plodding steers guiding a long journey, contrasting it with modern travel and noting the long-ago pace. The piece blends memory with vivid rural imagery.

C, Brown Hot Wella Boulevard Gonzales Yookum Jong-korn

Air Corps Band Concert Scheduled at Kelly Field Tuesday

The Air Corps Band under warrant officer Robert Itysta will perform at Kelly Field Tuesday with a trumpeted duet by Corporals William Goldstein and Ar thie W. Lowrey. Second reader B. B. Cantile will conduct the band with announcements by F W Thornberg.

Air Corps Band Kelly Air Corps Tepining Ceuley Dang Holler Robert Itysta Tursday Wixlet Kelly Field William Goldstein Arthie W. Lowrey B. B. Cantile F W. Thornberg

Three Treated at City Hospital for Insect Bites

Three persons were admitted to Trnbert Tt Green hospital Monday for insect bites. Fleateth Tohnesa, 24, was bitten by a mysterious insect. Juan Serna, 10, suffered a tarantula bite on Chihuahua Street. James Galvan, 30, of San Fernando Street, faced blood poisoning from a swabating.

Trnbert Green Hospital Fleateth Tohnesa Juan Serna Chihuahua Steret James Galvan San Fernando Street

Men blush at license desk long ago tale

A bygone courthouse scene recalls the old fear of marriage licenses. County clerk Jack Burke notes a clear shift over the last decade as men and women approach the desk with unexpected composure and readiness.

Jack Burke

Tennessee Senator Tyson Improves at Stratford Facility

Senator Lawrence Tyson, 61, of Knoxville, Tennessee, a patient at a Stratford institution, showed improve ment today according to attending nurses. The case concerns a prominent state figure amid ongoing medical care.

Tennessee Solon Tyson Stratford Lawrence Tyson Knoxville Tenn Wen Nursta

Women Run It Men Aid em Discuss Politics

A discussion among friends in Bla of Lea featured Alayor C. M. Ghainbern and Roger Chambers debating women’s readiness for politics. They argued women are equal to men and could hold political jobs, but prejudice and past setbacks hinder progress.

Alayor C. M. Ghainbern Bla Oflea Roger Chambers Chambers Ford Howes Thara

The Credit System and Household Installment Woes

Chief Deputy Miss Goforth and deputy constables warn credit driven by installments drains family funds. Families split as non payment leads to writs of sequestration and evictions. She advises limiting purchases to avoid financial strain and extreme debt.

G. A. Gosforth Precinet No. 1 Prymenta Misa Goforth Joneses Trey

Local Dairy Director Returns From Texas Farmer Programs

J. J. Gandrom, director of the home service bureau of the Schmidt West Dairy Products company, returned Saturday from Bryan where he attended the farmers’ short courses at the A and M College.

J. J. Gandrom The Home Service Scnik West Dairy Products Coupans Bryan

Brides to be bosses end fear at license window

Timid brides-to-be are gone as bold brides seize control at the license window. The groom hesitates as the partnership is sealed, with records noting a shift toward decisive behavior in marriage rituals.

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