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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1925

Page

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Marquise De Camellia in Epic San Antonio Romance

A tale of glamorous visits from the Marquise de Camellia to San Antonio and Chicago ends in a jewel dispute. Harold Brennan, the blue eyed clerk, recalls a lost love and a million dollar suit amid villa hotels, Brackenridge Park, and the Alamo area. The widow’s attorney presents her side as jewels vanish after a party.

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Fugitive Bear Steals Pie From Window Sill

A bear escaped from hunters and stole a fresh mulberry pie from a farmhouse window sill in Center Lebanon. Farmers nearby fired shots at the animal near Acton clearing but it fled, believed to be on the far side of Salmon Falls, near chicken-coops along the stream.

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Eightyearold bootblack applies for business permit

Senior Police Captain Frank Brown notes an eight year old boy named Eugene wants to start a business. The boy answers questions about location and type, saying he will shine shoes on West Commerce Street and warns about enforcing traffic rules if needed.

Boy Bootblack Frank Brown Eugene Amrs Brown West Cummercu

Plans for Chamber Given to Yandell

Plans for the chamber in the Commerce Building at St Marys and Commerce streets were preedited by the Kelyond Company to C B Yandell general manager of the chamber Saturday. The offices will be in the Crockees and Gosaga Street building.

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Murder Trial Set After Unexpected Confession

An unplanned confession at detective headquarters links Clarence Williams to the killing of Will Browley and his friend. Williams, initially denying knowledge, told officers Browley was murdered for his money after a quarrel and a failed escape attempt, with key details emerging during subsequent questioning. The defendant faces trial Monday for Browley’s murder and related charges.

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Jilted Man Seeks 5200 Heart Balm in Suit

Everett reports Charles Thomas of Seattle sues Mrs. Marie A. White for 5200, claiming jilting gifts. He alleges she and Miss F Edwards became engaged last October but she married George A. Kline in the county. she refused to return presents since marriage. Browley shot a man during a dispute. Williams testified conflicting stories. Trial ends without verdict as jurors deadlock on key issues. defense counsel appointed to represent the defendant amid a anticipated lengthy case.

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Texas State Farm Demonstrator Visits Relative in Texas

A Texas State Farm demonstrator from Southwest Texas visits his sister Mrs. W.D. Thiscow. The account notes his naval service with the United States fleet in China during the 1912 uprising and a continuing role in the family’s affairs.

Texas State Farm Demonstrator B. Boden Texas W.D. Thiscow Aransoy Fawaun

Leviathan May Be Retired If Budget Slash Approved

The Leviathan, giant steamship and pride of the American merchant marine, faces retirement from active service if budget appropriations drop to 15 000 from 16 009 100. Budget Commission intends the slash despite opposition from T V OConnor, president of the board. Threshold funding could force the Leviathan and threaten six other liners and the government’s messenger service.

Washington, D Leviathan American Merchant Marine Budget Commission T. V. O'Connor Budget Bureau United States Shipping Board Bend

Suspect Freed of Robbery Charge in Local Court

A man named Frank Gardena was acquitted of two robbery by assault charges in Ninety District Court on Saturday. The verdict followed testimony from witnesses and defense arguments challenging the prosecution’s case.

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Automobile Caravan to Gillespie Fair

A 100 automobile caravan led by the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce will travel to Gillespie County for the fair. The event aims to showcase San Antonio firms and foster business ties with Fredericksburg and Gillespie County. 12,000 to 15,000 visitors are expected. decorations will display San Antonio and represented firms. The caravan departs Sunday at 9 from the chamber building, with horse racing and other events planned in Gillespie County.

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Menger and Gunter Hotels Issue Life Policies to Workers

Gunter and Menger hotels began providing life insurance to employees after six months of service. Eligible staff receive policies worth $230, with one-seat and two-year terms valued at $500 and $31002 respectively, the hotels covering the premiums. At the Menger, 150 workers were surveyed, 38 beyond five years, 3 more than ten, 22 beyond twenty-one, and five beyond twenty-five. The two policyholders named are waiters Joe Denison and Tommy Walker.

Baker Gunter Menger Joe Denison Tommy Walker

Workers stage Mexico City parade amid protest strike

About fifteen thousand Regional Confederation of Workers members paraded through Mexico City arms raised with red flags and banners. The march, interrupted by violence, followed a 24 hour ultimatum to return to work and a government warning to protect open shops.

Universal Service Mexico City Regional Confederation of Workers Yarl Moroveg Moroves Iabor Confederation Department of Indor

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