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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1927

Page

5

San Antonio China Boys Dance Scene Echoes Culture Clash

A fragmentary San Antonio piece describes Chinese youth, chaperoned social life, and limited cross cultural交流 in the 20th century. It notes Ming Toys, Sam Wo's, and local dancers while recounting reactions from Mrs. E. Ms. Young and Aurelia Orter on native Chinese dances versus Western ballroom evolution.

Bette Weshee San Antonio China Boys Little Liew Ming Sam Wo Burddis E. Ms. Young Chinese Baptist Mission San Antonin Xomng Yan'pa Chiguman Trom Tientsin Li Shu-Hui Huance China Bis Aurela Orter Pavalons Ballek Porter Walt

Merger Formed for National Radiator Corporation

Arrangements completed for the merger of six leading radiator firms to form the National Radiator Corporation. It will control most output in the country and become the second largest radiator business entity. Companies joining include National Radiator, Niagara Radiator and Boiler, Continental Beater, Utica Beater, Union Radiator, and American Herter Manufacturing.

REW Tore, Arg. &—W National Radiator Corporaton National Radiator Company Niagara Radiator and Boiler Company Continental Beater Corporation Uticaeater Company Union Radiator Compas Gumer Herter Manufacturing Company

Legion to sail for Paris convention from Hoboken

The American Legion plans overseas movement with ships sailing from Hoboken on Aug 43 with the 8. Leviathan as flag ship. General order places tours in Europe before the Paris convention opening in mid September. Naval officers and legion dignitaries will accompany the voyage and other advance sailings are arranged for Sept 3 to Sept 10.

Indianapolis Amierican Paris Hoboken Nay Harding Ninether Europe Test 8. B. Leviathan Avith Grnaral Porebing Yloward Savage

Rotarians Meet From 9 Countries

Rotarians convened with delegates from nine nations in Chicago with representatives from European states such as England and Balgnar and Latin American nations including México, Cuba, and Uruguay. The gathering discussed plans for gaming seat proposals to be submitted by the international board of governors. involvement of fifty American leaders noted.

Chicago Ratar“sang Pilms International Board of Governors Balgnar Viines Tecland England Mali Dilogetes Pues México Cuba Uruguay

Millionaire dies and other World News briefs

Obituary notes reveal the death of a multi millionaire Edward F. Searles. A soldier veteran, Major General Francois Forward, is reported to have served with Canadian forces and the South African air unit. The Italian freighter Liveice Vatria found safely within a breakwater after an incident at sea. Foreign policy prompts in China and a Belgian race entry for Gordon Bennett. A new 50,000 watt broadcasting station planned near Elgin. A girl suspect Florence Stokes to be released on bond. Bremond hotel fire destruction and an automobile accident in Austin. Chilean socialists’ policy suspension notice. A Fort Worth deputy shooting. Leviathan race outcome noted. Insurance policies for air travel discussed. ICC final railroad valuation. Japanese cruisers sighted in Los Angeles harbor.

Universal Service to Begin Chicago to New York Express Route

Universal Service announced a new mail and express train route from Chicago to New York starting Sept 1. The passenger fare from Chicago to Dallas is 200 dollars and to Wichita 362.80, with final extension to New York planned later.

Universal Service ORICA Chi- Cie Tallas Col Pant Hender Chicago New York Dallas

Baby Crematory Basin Found in Mounds near Chillicothe

A small clay basin 18 by 12 inches, likely used for infant cremations, was recovered from Seip mound by Prof. HC Bhetrope and assistants. An adult cremation basin from the Hopewell mound group nearby was found several persons ago.

Chillicothe Glia Guuals HC. Bhetrope Miseum Ohio Hopewell Ere

5000 Will Attend Education Meet

Delegations from diverse nations gather at the University of Toronto for the world federation of education conference vesper service. Five thousand attendees were expected, with many educational figures arriving for the second biennial session.

Toronto Gut Uni of Irs World Federation of Education Educationalig

Dallas Furniture Fire Loss Near Downtown

A blaze in the heart of the business district yesterday caused substantial damage to a wholesale furniture establishment. Fire officials estimated losses around 8150.00, with details continuing to be investigated as crews contained the fire and assessed the scene.

Dameas Ty Monell

Law School Dean Dies in Colorado

John D. Hiemligg, 74, dean of the University of Colorado Law School, died in Colorado. The obituary notes his tenure guiding the law faculty and his years of service, with attention to his leadership roles and professional impact.

Law School Colorado Velver Aug John D. Hiemligg The Universiny Colorado Law School Tere Loaye

Nurse Waite Charged With Murder On Trustee Steamship

Mary Josephine Waite, 24, a nurse aboard the American Trader, was arrested on arrival in London and charged in Thames police court with murdering refrigerating engineer Lewis Fisher by pouring acid into his drink as he slept. A police inspector testified about the death, and Waite watched the magistrate as the charge was read.

London Mary Josephine Waite United States Chipping Board Yeaterdlay Thames Lewis Fisher

Balloon Blagt Kills Acrobat in Lincoln Neb

Earl Tyler of Omaha died from injuries sustained during a fireworks balloon exhibition near Firth Nebraska. The 32 year old parachute jumper was on a trapeze when a fireworks bomb exploded prematurely at 1500 feet. His clothing caught fire but he released from the balloon and landed safely, later dying from hemorrhage and shock at Lincoln Hospital.

Lincorn Earl Tyler Omaha Nob Lincoln Firth Tyler

Kresge Seeks Divorce By Default In Local Suit

Kresge, noted magnate, seeks a divorce from Dora Mercer Kresge by default after she failed to file an appearance before the court deadline. Attorneys anticipate a final hearing within days as the decree likely favors Kresge once the default stands.

Kresge Sore Magnate Dora Mercer Kresge

Noiseless World Device Perfected Claims Made

Chicago reports a claim that a noiseless world device has been perfected. Colgate University’s JA Laird is cited as confirming a verthin remedy. Heanys 4 is noted but details are unclear. The piece mentions commercial value and a London page reference, with Sony listed in relation.

Cuhlcago UPI JA. Laird Colgate Uni Heanys London Sony

Smuggling Ring Broken Up on Texas Border

Edinburg Texas, Aug 8. Authorities say a large alien smuggling operation supplying Central and North Texas with laborers has been broken up. About 150 workers were detained during a raid led by Patrolman Fleming, with a convoy of 21 cars halted north of Austin en route to Reynosa. Laborers face possible return after restrictions are settled. Separately, postal delivery to 40 San Antonio streets extended by one daily trip. routes listed include Coleman, Carson, Sandmeyer, Stafford, Van Ness, Crosby, Seguin, Tilden, and other blocks. Mounted carrier and street delivery expansions cover numerous blocks in Fort Sam Houston area.

Edinburg Tex Central North Texas Fleming Falfurrias Mttrict Austin Reynosa Etections Mexico Rio Grande San Antonio Harry Mabach Post Office Fort Sam Housty Gray Street Carson Street Sandmeyer Street Stafford Street van Ness Crosby Street Seguin Street Tilden Street Shirley Ash Streets Carson Coleman Streets

Berlin Lands Peace Movie Opens Warily Popular

Berlin opens film season with an antiwar drama adapting What Price Glatt. Critics call it maudlin yet the audience roars at the flaming passage condemning senseless slaughter. Shown as The Service of Glos in France, edits suppress war pomp. other nations review for release.

Berlin Dhe Germutt France Italy Belgium Halland Denmark Norwis Sweden Spain

Man Shoots Wife and Kills Self When Stork Arrives

Edgar Q. Burnett, a trucking contractor, fatally shot his wife as a child slept in her arms and then killed himself. Police say Burnett was mentally deranged by financial troubles after a barge dispute with a clerk.

Stork Los Angeles Edgar Q. Burnett Burnett Eslé&. Deliceesy

Redouble Battle on Forest Fires in Pacific Northwest

A forecast of continued warm weather today prompted a new push to stamp out hundreds of forest fires across Washington Oregon and Idaho. Most blazes affect logged off lands and small second growth timber though authorities warn strong winds could drive fires into intensified destruction and expansion.

Seattle Wash Pacific Northwest Washington Oregon Idaho

Two Men Arrested in Tenth Fisticuffs

Two San Antonio men aged 4% and 83 years old were jailed Monday on affray charges. Police said a long standing grudge led to threats and vowed vengeance once separated in city custody.

San Antonio

Star Leaves Wife For Hawaii Trip

Film actor Keanuth Farlan faces a Hawaii trip scandal as his companion Wil Willie Trevont and alleged valet Marie are mentioned in a strained report. The fragment hints at a public split and a potential reconfirmation of plans amid tour chatter.

Bs Universal Sevpn Loy Angelps Ang Keanuth Farlan Wil Willie Trevont Ian Henneth Marie

War Department Asked For Baby

A letter to the War Department from a young Ohio girl requests a baby sister or brother for her “Vittle bey nese dour.” The note mentions a surplus supply from France and asks if a baby can be sent for her to play with.

Washington Aug France War Department Ohio

Horsefly Plague Changes Styles in Aug En

A garbled August report from En shows a flood of distorted terms about horsefly plague and changes in fashion styles, mentioning stockings and new garments. The fragmented text hints at wide sleeves and high necklines amid a thematic pest outbreak but remains largely unreadable.

Beckham Wins Temporarie Nomination in Kentucky Primary

In Louisville crowds, Beckham led Robert T. Crowe by more than 28,000 votes for the Temporarie gubernatorial nomination as unofficial returns from 106 of 220 counties favored him. Crowe conceded. In the Republican primary Flem D. Sampson led Robert H. Tweas with about 30,000 votes. 10th and 11th districts remained unreported.

Louisville JP F. Qow Beckham Robert T. Crowe Crowe Flem_D. Sampson Robert H. Tweas Gove Mor

Church Quits Noisy Service At Rt Thomas Episcopal

In Hollywood California on August 8 the Rt Thomas Episcopal Church halted Communion services as tractors trucks and steam rollers noise from storm drain repairs outside clashed with worship. After church action the letter to Mayor Cryer requested suspension of street work during Sunday services but the mayor was on vacation and officials said action awaited his return.

Hollywood Calif Rt. Thomas Episcopal Church Arthne H. Wurtele Rocator Skug Churely Cryer

Horse Tramples Child to Death in Tragic Incident

In TICUXTSVILLE Ack Aner reports a horse killed a young child during chores. The animal charged the boy, knocked him down, and pawed him as adults nearby rescued the child, who died shortly after.

Price

Golf Champion Killed in Auto Accident Near Lexington

Lexington, Ky Aug 3 UP Gayle Alexander, 28, central Kentucky golf champion, was instantly killed and five others injured when the car they were riding in crashed into a tree near a roadside pole twelve miles from here while returning from a golf event.

Lexington Gayle Alexander Central Kentucky

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