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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1931

Page

15

Evelyn Hears Fanchon's Story on the Newsboxy Voyage

Evelyn learns Fanchon's tale amid a crowded voyage to New York aboard a steamer. She travels with wealthy Mrs Algor and her aunt, pursuing happiness while facing uncertain plans and the echo of past loyalties on board.

Wean Petawa Mancha Esike Igs Subil Aleplane Elvare Bam New York J. Mvelye Algor S Aics Evelyn Ring Beemise Anya Rit Tony Yale

Night Flight Ends With Uncertain Rest At Antel Hotel

On arrival the party settles in at the Antel Hotel amid confusion as plans shift. Evelyn and Fancher discuss future travel while others adapt to a tense, crowded lodging, preparing for more moves as dawn nears.

Police Patrol Crashes Through Wary Crowd in Murky Bar Fight

Police patrol in Chauburg encounters a chaotic scene as prisoners resist, a pistol is drawn, and officers confront wrestlers and intoxicated suspects. An altercation unfolds near the hospital doors while bystanders suffer kicks and a tense pursuit ensues. The report notes night shift officers and a driving sequence, with injuries and confrontations shaping the patrol’s difficult night.

Junior College Tuition Hiked by School Board

The school board approved tuition increases for junior college students. The new terms include charges of $120 for one course, a library fee of 20 cents per credit hour, and a $2.50 stationery fee. Matriculation and additional fees bring total costs to about $200 per student, with various course adjustments noted.

Vby School Board Romeater Hisar

Watch and Trunk Stolen From Home Mystery

Police report a theft at a residence where a watch and trunk vanished. Fragmentary OCR names Billie Shedeen and addresses near West Gray, with unclear details about suspects or motives.

Billie Shedeen West Grayray Antatin

Leave Is Granted Captain T R Willson

A partial news item notes Captain T R Willson receiving leave and departing from San Francisco for a selected destination in September, with details indicating preparation for a voyage and official authorization for travel. The report mentions related personnel but provides limited specifics on dates and locations.

Drave Unik Miewas Willson Will Kaih San Brane Wilken

School Trustees Name Regulations for Contractors

School trustees approve contractor regulations requiring qualification for work and employment of capable firms. A San Antonio company is barred from bidding and training idle workers. The board also pledges to uphold prevailing wage standards and ensure labor and equipment are in place.

Monteadora I .Nolo Education Varsda I.nefiniteis San Antonio Firma Associated General Contractors Willian

Board Settles Cooling Plan Amid Controversy At Meeting

The school board in Spawiel Neves approved a cooling system project after heated debate. Roger Stokes urged caution on air quality while opposing factions pressed for timely completion and local industry impacts. Representatives pledged to study alternative plants, with lawmakers considering a bill to regulate use of specific cooling technologies.

Aiminonls Cnmtas Ferzan Htch School Spawiel Neves Rileating Trreiny Ty Heerd Roger Stokes Anarting Jie Newton: Webler Tor Manionia Nenana Racor Bénkrs

World War Vets Paid $15 Million in One Year Here

Regional director DC Chapman reports that 15 million dollars for World War veterans was paid within a year. Of this amount eleven million six thousand dollars went to veterans, with applications increasing as the new service certificates are issued. Officials note higher processing volume and ongoing support from the veterans administration and local offices.

San Ancode D.C Chapman EL Norvell Nevin

Meet Scheduled at Fort Sam Pool

Aevinnanay dueet fay personable Wilied to ge Lo perl ton officers apy at Fort Sam Houston. The event includes contests for boys and girls, with ages 12 and under, and separate races for adults.

Aevinnanay Apy Fort Sam Houston Childcen

Confederate Veterans Sons Organize Chartered Members Named

A notice describes the Sons of Confederate Veterans organizing and listing finalists for charter membership. The event occurs at a local office with a group of about 40 applicants noted, though the text is garbled.

Aistion Wolnrsiay Wight C. Bo Tate Joeata

Crucifix Donated to San Jose Mission in 198K

A crucifix is donated to the San Jose mission by Mrs. B. T. Christie through the Rev. E. Ensery. The item will be placed in the mission when the re-structure is completed. No further details on donor or exact date are provided.

San Jose Mission Diesiard Wraneisenn Ailer Giner B. T. Christies Ten. E. Ensery

Contested Divorces and Court Practices Questioned

The article discusses divorce actions in dexair county with warnings about attorneys and district judges influencing outcomes. It notes alleged pressures on defendants to seek delays and the role of court clerks and legal staff, while suggesting few reforms and ongoing contentious procedures in to protect privacy and control.

Ulark Ulam Dexair Eulla Maye Eng

Army Y Group to Study Sites for New Edifices

Army Y Group considers 30 sites for a new building at a Pines hotel meeting in Woodward. Director of the Army Y MCG A oversaw site election and removal from the present Ayonte building. Chariman presiding, district attorney to conduct condemnation proceedings within weeks. Campaign to raise funds for maintenance of OV during the year. Estimated costs range from 8000 to 10000 dollars, with bids from SIGMY to FSGOX and Celanil Alto to be reviewed.

Foral Army Y. M CG. A Pines Wrdansdar AL Els Dha United States Ayonte Ackrit Dle Altos Fin Army AL Tanga SIGMY FSGOX Celanil Alto Ce Sear Otis

Meeting invites Movers to Minnesota Education Conference

Eight from eight will attend the Minnesota education conference Monday. Governor appoints attendees. Included are Sterling Keenat Altzel Gy Kingsley from the Brotherhood of Railway Women and Hinest Alexander. Morrison manager of the East Tranehamber at Longview and others from Hawston and Sab Antonin participate.

Ehidinl Sie Movog Minaphis Arnone Sterling Age Kenoat Altzelt Kingsley The Brotherhood of Railway Cesnd Nes Morrison Irast Traneehamber Merece Longview Willian Strauss Hawston Aul Holbert C. Wucher Thanatan

Miniature Shamrock to Sail at Sandy Tech Lake

San Antonio readers catch word of a budding replica of the famous Shamrock from Sir Thomas Lipton’s cup race team. Local hobbyists and two residents at 207 Wren Ericksburg Road, Charles St Shaw and GW Hopkins, work on boats patterned after the craft, aiming to start martel ont racing at the lake. a high school boy’s patience and common sense are urged to keep the sport safe while the group pursues a miniature America’s Cup scene.

Sandy Tech N. Ty Thomas Lipton Auminis Minimir Fasum Lake Cincinnati Charles St. Shaw GW. Hopkins Wrenericksburg Road San San Antonio Condittict & Boal Ted Lille el Fort

Fragmented OCR notes obscure a local notice and ad mix

A garbled OCR passage blends names, addresses, and notices with scattered phrases about a public sale, property listing, and directory advertisement. It mentions university, venues, and dates in a distorted form, yielding few clear facts beyond a general sense of notices and classified items.

Dope Addict Held After Boasting of Slaying Grocer

A man accused of slaying a grocer in a February 1910 era crime was held after police say he boasted of the murder. He was captured by narcotics agents and claimed to be innocent, asserting he was the victim of a frame. The case centers on the Main arcade market area and involves the suspect named Michran Zhao Vrel.

Alfred Chechert Blay Pollen Aml Hd

A Grows 11 000 Since 1930 Census

San Antonio officials state population has risen by about 11 000 since the 1930 census and the completion of the 130 cen ant. Porter Whales, manager of the cholerae canimeste, notes about 4 con d on utility numbers. Three thousand such materials have been installed in San Antonio homes, indicating the rise in residents to 142,514.

San Antonin

Government Hill Seeks High School Plan

Government Hill requests a new senior high school and improvements at Harris and Milam elementary schools. Stella Verric, spokesman for the school board, presented the proposal. Parents and teachers at Agnes Cotton Elementary urged additional rooms and upgrades.

Board of Education Stella. Verric Jergne

A and M President Sought for Talk on Agriculture Event

Dr. T Q O Wallin, head of Tevan Ac Anal Micollepe, was invited to address county farmers at a Chamber of Commerce dinner. The exact date was not set, and the session would be directed by the agriculture department of the chamber.

T. QO. Wallin Tevan Ac Bern Chamber of Commerce Ain Agelanttura Chamber

Bandits at D Raimavitz’s store held up for loot

In daylight two bandits posing as customers robbed owner D Raimavitz of goods at his 111 Route Center store. One man pistol whipped him as he called for help, then they escaped with a hidden hat and valuables. Detectives L N Mavcastle and E Amackee continue the investigation.

D. Raimavitz Routh Mie Halitap Talmoritz Ashe Mowr

Scandal talk and unemployment relief debated in Washington

A fragmented paragraph discusses unemployment relief and political maneuvering in Washington. It mentions potential help from Mr Hoover, Congress’ possible action, and public concern over the handling of economic strife. Names and places are unclear due to OCR errors but reference ongoing national debate.

Beverly Hills Calif Washington Mr. Hoover Congress

Steves Group Sterling Faces Bond Issue Controversy

Albert Steves and the Citizens League leaders face a key appointment and a battle over a 4.1 million funding bond tied to city finances. Governor Sterling’s remarks, a postponed hearing, and debates about home rule frame a contentious political scene amid ongoing opposition to the bonds.

Albert Steves Hema Sen Ane Tonly Befnee Oye Ernor Tess S. Sterling Victay Sam Ane Tonio Wyman Antonin Governor Sterling Mr. Steers Comfort Jeague Attorney General’s Department Gray

Revival Plan for Lavernia's Old Baptist Church

A plan to revive Lavernia’s long abandoned Baptist church, claimed oldest in the San Antonio conference, is underway. The church, founded around 1500, later merged with First Baptist San Antonio. A revival service is being held in Lavernia led by Reverend Ma Richards, with support from Neva Urney, Yellington, and Jesse Yellington.

Lavernia San Antonio First Baptist Church of Hell Lavernin Ma Tichards Neva Urney Yellington Jesse J. Yellington

Home Fire Causes $1500 Damage at Piedmont Avenue Home

Fire swept the residence of KB at 210 Piedmont Avenue causing about 1500 dollars in damage. The origin is not established and firemen face a harsh loss as the structure suffers extensive damage. No containment details are given.

Kirk Piedmont Avenue Mecilure West Mindeia Artnet

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