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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1939

Page

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Maverick urges city unity and co operation in San Antonio

Mayor Maury Maverick told a packed city council chamber that San Antonio must shed a sleepy, third rate image and unite across business, press and civic groups. He cited a $40 million cost, $1,000 in ideas, and $1,000 from the NYA for Viluta Street and a CCC camp at Olmos Park launching in April, calling for a modern city with old charm and shared prosperity.

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Mayor eyes city exposition and new departments

The mayor complained about misfiled APPOINTED buildings and announced new department constructions while promising budget balance. He praised the World’s Fair style New York exhibit and proposed a permanent city exposition in San Antonio. In Washington Maverick confirmed the Leon Springs reserve would shrink by 18000 acres, creating the nation’s largest artillery range. The Civil Aeronautics Authority visit floated a potential future municipal airport for San Antonio.

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War Resources Board forms to mobilize nation's industry

Washington reports a new War Resources Board led by Edward R. Stettinius with six industrial leaders and top economists. The panel will advise the army and navy on mobilizing economic resources during war emergencies and oversee rapid conversion of some 10,000 plants to munitions as needed. Members include Karl Compton, Walter Gifford, Harold Moulton, John Pratt, and Gen. Robert Wood.

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Wallace Beery Showcases Five Years of Candid Camera Work

Wallace Beery has filled his den with candid photographs from the past five years. The latest additions include shots of sub-chasers used in scenes from Sander Afloat.

Wallace Beery

Weather summary for Texas and San Antonio region

Partial forecast notes for San Antonio and East and West Texas. East of 100th meridian expect partly cloudy Thursday night and Friday with showers in places and cooler north portions Friday. West of the 100th meridian remains mostly cloudy Thursday night and Friday with possible rain in the north. City temperatures include highs around 94 Thursday and near 96 Wednesday with morning lows in the low 70s. The piece lists numerous city names and scattered weather observations across a broad U.S. network, reflecting an old-time weather digest.

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Towdown Set on Actors in Atlantic City Showdown

A dramatic gathering in Atlantic City features Hollywood and Broadway stars led by Ralph Morgan threatening a national theater strike unless the A F of L council blocks the stagehands led by Sophie Tucker and William Green from accepting a charter. The conflict centers on the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees and the Associated Actors and Artists of America. Stars plan to press the council to allow ALA members into the TA SB union amid sparring over union jurisdiction.

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Mickey Rooney and Martha Raye Charm Grace Hayes Club

Mickey Rooney and Martha Raye kept the Grace Hayes crowd laughing as Lhore Jitterbug dancing accompanied their performance. The Mickes sang When Eyes Are Smiling in swing time, while Grace played his mother in Babes in Arms, drawing consternation from the audience.

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Garland Mire Bottles Orange Blossom Perfume Claim

A son on a Riverside ranch produced and sent Judy Garland perfume from orange blossom trees. He reportedly gathered fragrant oil and stored it in silver chests mined from his Arizona property.

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Young Builds New Outdoor Dining and Dancing Patio

Robert Young adds a novel outdoor dining and dancing patio to his San Fernanda Valley home. The paved area with special composition flooring will seat nearly 100 guests for barbecues and social functions.

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