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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1930
Page
10
A young girl named Paige Catling prepares for a job interview with Alfred Farnsworth. She waits in a stylish room beside his door, wearing a too-old blue suit and trying to appear mature. Farnsworth, a confident, well-dressed man, studies her with amused scrutiny as she braces for judgment.
A man named FR. O. Johnson was fined 25 dollars for disturbing the peace after a heated argument with his wife at 1131 Fist Fouston street. She testified Johnson choked her, and she defended herself with a chair and a knife, then he faced an unrelated sobriety charge. He was acquitted on the alleged sagrancy charge.
Treiman travels to Shreveport for a state contention while Eiseard Trevoan, formerly of Cincinnati and a graduate of the University of Cincinnati, represents Workmen's Circle Branch 372 of San Antonio. Arthur Bebate Tay Boom named medical examiner and advisor of the local circle. a Winsie graduate, he trained at Hania Rosa Menoring hospital in 102.
In a reminiscence by Cervantes, San Antonio residents recall Hugo Schmeltzer moving a warehouse from near the Gepos National Bank to the Alamo Park area in 142. The Alamo itself hosted a tatelouse and fronting curia for the tramery with Schmeltzer’s business nearby, part of the Prendlo det Alama district. A later note mentions the imported Weiners distribution origins tied to Honore Grenet, a Brenvinnan.
The latest installment of Misa Hardboiled appears on Page 6 of this section, continuing the detective tale with sharp dialogue and gritty atmosphere. Fans get new clues, brisk pace, and a glimpse of the stalwart investigator navigating perilous streets.
A Texan crowd of over two thousand attended the Macdena Shooting Club event titled Sitay at Macdena. Secretary Vogt noted dull moments but highlighted high scores from 17 rifle club participants including Ed Penhauer 325 and Schelper 327 among others.
Freddy Castilla is jailed in Dexar county on 7500 bond after forging the name of Henry DeLeon of San Diego Texas to a ten dollar money order sent October 2, 1920. W O Liewk ins in San Antonio filed the complaint with Pawley Lockhart, United States commissioner.
Louis Cardenas remains in recovery at a local infirmary after medical complications followed a recent amputation of a biological part. Attending physician Monlay Lane reports continued improvement and stable condition.
The Grayburg filling station at South Alamo and Braurezard reported 12 pennies stolen from the cash register. The incident occurred as patrons prepared to play the penny rum machines.
County official Jack Thurke reports 340 absentee ballots cast by noon Saturday. About 73 voters planning to be away Saturday may vote Monday morning. Absentee voting closes at 8 PM Tuesday.
J Tiler executive secretary of the San Antonio Junior Chamber of Commerce will sail for Cuba to aid in establishing a junior organization in Havana.
Tiner, executive secretary of the San Antonio junior chamber of commerce, sails from Pharsias sight for New Orleans to Havana on Saturday. He will establish a Cuban chamber of commerce and serve as U S representative to Cuba, backed by Henry M. Luiz. Tiner will visit Corpus Christi and San Antonio leaders to promote cross chamber cooperation and return in two weeks.
At Seguin Sunday afternoon Ferguson spoke for Mrs. Ferguson’s gubernatorial bid. O. D. Warrison, a former San Antonio tire engineer, said the crowd was the largest political gathering in the region. Ferguson claimed the race was already won and noted this campaign tour marked his first time conducting a campaign without being selected, while Sterling faced being heckled.
Residents protest the seven-sentinel incinerator near Brackenridge Park ahead of a Monday city council decision. Commissioner Mubiola supports continuing the plant while claiming improvements, but critics like Wallace Ruger call it a disgrace and a detriment to local home values. Others join objections citing odor and flames, urging action from Mayor Chambershen.
Sixteen San Antonians and several visitors vacation at Camp Idlewood run by the Y M C A. Activities include swimming horseback riding biking and miniature golf. Readable names of attendees include Bertz Scheld Kathlene Deighton Isa Man Lorne Cohee Katharies Fincham Juanita Mayer Muriel Lamen Lovias Wrangek Bess Marshall Mary Aren del Lole Griggs John Witsenturg and Elizabeth Watts with out of town guests from Galveston and other nearby areas.
Plans set for a 4 80 oclock Tuesday afternoon welcome for fliers by the National Aeronautic association and avi ronminiled citizens at Wilburn field Chicago derby. A banquet at St Anthay chapel at 700 p m follows with public invited. Tickets four dollars. Jack Grath is in charge of arrangements.
A newly acquired bird, described as stouter than ostriches and closely related to the emu, arrives in San Antonio from Australia as part of a series of recent imports by the illustrated aviary. It is noted as a rare tire of its kind in the region.
A night prowler attacked George A. Vernon and Eloyee Hill at San Pedro avenue and the Basse road. The bandit stole $20, a ring, a 345 wrist watch, and $3 from Vernon. Deputy Gene Ginder investigates the case.
Enrique Bantibaniz, known as Santibanez, is back from a Mexico trip and in San Antonio. He returns to Bah Antonio Monday from Masten where he worked on official business and visited relatives. A Master Mystery puzzle appears on Page 9 of this section.
A group of eight San Antonio women, including Margaret Vanderstuken and Mabel Webster, will graduate this August with A T degrees or certificates enabling them to teach in Texas public schools. The class, the largest in the history of the summer session, also includes 28 degrees and several diplomas. Superintendent Almt Tuzhoy oversees the program.
The Cantys of 617 Navarre Street mourn the death of their daughter Boogy Conrey from diphtheria. Medical attempts with an inhaler lasted 47 minutes, but proved futile. Fire department and health officials report the child did not respond to treatment.
The Air Corps Band will present a concert at Kelly Field Bandstand at 745 p.m. Thursday under the direction of Ernest D. Gratile. The program includes marches overtures and a piccolo solo by Frank H. Staitin, with other pieces to be announced.
Robert Washington of Tr Center Street acted as mediator in a quarrel between two men on Victoria Street when an ensuing brawl left him badly injured. He was treated at Robert B L Greep Hospital for bruises Monday.
By BESS CARROLL discusses the health department campaign on cleanliness in kitchens and restaurants. Dr King explains how wet hands spread germs, the rise of boil washing, and the shift to sanitized dish handling practices. The piece notes complaints from patrons and managers about cloudy effects and outlines the compromise allowing dry handling on clean towels under inspection. Grandmother’s methods and hot-water cleansing with soap are cited as the proper home practice.
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