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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1941

Page

5

Senate prepared to raise tax load in current bill

Washington Aug 23 Senate finance committee pushed to increase the record $2.2369 billion tax bill by at least $90 million after two weeks of hearings. Proposals included cutting personal income tax exemptions, broadened bases, and new sales taxes. Senators La Follette and Vandenberg offered objections or alternatives. The panel aimed to send a bill to the Senate floor within a week with strong Democratic backing from Barkley.

Washington Senate Finance Geotee D.gad Roosevett House SenatorLaFollette Wis LaFollette Ihe Benator Vandenthere Finance Fee Vindenberg Benatar Brow D-Milch Townsend Marie Vandenberg Trawn Hayes George Senate Barkley

Choir of Young People to Sing at Woodmenial Baptist Church

The choir, a 30 member group from the Young People’s branch, directed by Claude Bonham, will sing at the Woodmenial Baptist church service. Judge content mentions pastors and local avenue intersect details.

Achor Claude Bonham Wil Sng New. CB Mas Guilltch

Lectures At Church Of God By Reverend Speakers

Readable fragments describe lectures at the Church of God featuring Reverend J C Millspengh and Reverend D B A Biker delivering sermons and prophecy notes at Pine and Ornlin corner during a Sunday service.

J.C. Millspengh Techies Lere Church of Gee DB. A. Biker Panto

Witnessing Sets Feet on True Path in Pentecost Sermon

A devotional piece argues the Pentecost miracle proves faith by witness. It contrasts Peter’s bold testimony with modern doubt and urges believers to share personal experiences of Christ’s work, citing living testimonies of the Great Physician and Healer in daily life.

St. Peter Jesus Son of God Wakalan Peter and She Beverly Christ St. Augustine Charley Wesley David Livingstone Peter Paul Jesus Christ

City hike day prizes awarded in bicycle parade

Mish Lilan toodIat won first prize in the city recreation department annual Bicycle Day parade. Phin Dalton and Thomas Maeins took second and third. Other winners included Benhy Turner, Billy Calling, and Fran Linsman in a tie plank race. Leslie Mills and team won relay honors at Riniendarl playground. Phist Dolan entered youngest, Howard Simmons oldest at 20, Clarence Casey won a prize for highest serial number, Ray Atterning for the lowest.

Mish Lilan toodIat City Recreation Departments Phin Dalton Thomas Maeins Benhy Turner Billy Calling Fran Linsman Leslie Mills Tody Lopez Groupe Migueren Steve Barrera Riniendarl Playground Phist Dolan Howerd Simmons Clarence Casey Ray Atterning

Travis Park Youth Officials Elected

Gillie Bushy has been elected president of Travis Park Youth Officials. Laura Vass is vice president, Tessie Jean Gomdack secretary, Fay Ransome assistant secretary, Mester Davenport treasurer. Other officers include Dick White, Nelda Wiemers, Jean McDonrid, Jack Westings, Phyllis Brises, Pat Kip, Bevyle Wens, Elsie Mae Riche, Mildred Durst. The new Sunday school year begins October 5 at the Park Methodist Church.

Gillie Bushy Tes Travis Park Methodist Church Min C. L. Senpwiele Laura Vass Tessie Jean Gomdack Fay Ransome Nesistant Mester Davenport Dick White Gssisbmay Tyeantrer Nelda Wiemers Jean McDonrid Jack Westings Phyllis Brises Pat Kip Bevyle Wens Elsie Mae Riche Mildred Durst C Hason

Truck Blitzkrieg Damage Report From North Olive Street

Police sought a large dark truck after it crashed into J. J. Frame’s yard at 1601 North Olive Street around 5 AM Saturday. It tore down fence sections, damaged sheds, killed a chicken, and narrowly avoided striking a running dog as the driver fled at high speed. A license plate number was not obtained.

J. J. Frame North Olive Street Ptruck

Presbyterians to Hear Rev Gallagher at First Church

The Rev. Thoms F. Gallagher, regional divisor of whlylous, will preach Sunday morning at the First Presbyterian Church in San Antonio. Gallagher is the son of a former pastor and has served for many years in regional duties.

Gallagher Thoms F. Gallagher Texas Pirst Presbyteria Gallagheryived San’ Antonia Sencon Hl Provbeter

Plague fears rise as health officials warn of bowing outbreak

U S Surgeon General Thomas Parran cautions Western and Rocky Mountain states about bubonic plague risks. Alerts note rats infected in California and the need for precautions, with San Francisco and Salt Lake City preparing quarantine measures and public health teams ready to respond.

San Prancisco Thomas MH. Parran United States Salt Lake Cil Prerans Vreke Calif Frangies Riclmond Kern Torsell Woilbtrey San Francisco Ferdern Oreale Barrie Geerel Pnomniente Maveritus Uae

Oil News Shell Drilling Expands Lavaca County Prospect

Shell and partners advance the Brushy Creek prospect with RMacManus No 1 reaching 21,010 feet and planned to 4 7 5 1 foot. The operation targets a 31 mile southeast location from Yoakum and Payy No 2A, with earlier results near Dist Ben avides in Dayal county. In Boe county O Connor No 1 near Skidmore failed to produce after reaching 4 9 1 1 feet. Nueces drilling tests First Trist Join Stock Land Bank extension reaching 5 8 9 feet with 22 feet saturated oil sand and promising indications.

Shell. Oil Company Lavaca County Brushy Creek Yoakum Shell, Hiawatha Oil and Gas Company Wes Tig Payy Dayal County Boe County W. CG. McBride W. Earl Rowe Skidmore

First Baptist to Have Pulpit Guest

In the pastor's absence Ny ferry F Webb vacationing in Minnesota. The Rev. Galvin Waller will preach at First Baptist Church Ponsdh and Taylor streets Sunday. Waller is pastor of the Second Baptist Church of Little Rock and president of the Arkansas Baptist General Convention.

Ny Ferry F. Webb Minnesota Hey. Galvin Waller First Baptist

Army Orders Push to Follow Lieutenant Colonels

Washington dispatch lists numerous officers and units reassigned or ordered to various posts including Fort Screven Fort Benning Fort Leavenworth and Camp Pendleton. Major names appear with dates and duty stations across the country and overseas assignments detailing transfers to Philippines Hawaii and other military installations during ongoing operations.

Washington Ataithibd Bots Foma Co. A Daiuyitto Atlanta George W.bramt Fort Screven Fuerto Rico Henry 1 Tisdale Fay Fort Stream Fort Key Meld Kessler Field Misa Abert G.ifulet Mee Rey Haat Orange Fort Leavenwasth Kan Darrst Zonuck S Cansaing Merle J Melching C. A Camp Pendleton Vity Lebanon Bechter Gen. Department Baltmorely Mareld Flint Midland Mich Panes Paul T, Hayne Jr Q. M.C Indiantown Pa Tae Mekachern Ang Aturdyan Proving Ghounds Panna Gordon Bh Fort Mecdothur Clit Fg Fuilingines Caryl L. Picotte San Francisco Philippines Kenneth J. Hlan Freuvisos Phillis Bartlett C. Res Calit Fort Mont Auk Arity Winea Haversh Mouth Harrigan Iacoby Res Hollywood Ty Kori Monmaguth John C Bane Pahang Fort Bagg Oy Moray T. Rous A. Bangran Fort Reaves Philip Ro Seaver Furl Bragg Joaenh Skimders Med Americi Edwin Ruprecht Minneapolis Robs Leavenworth Charles Ive Mastena Lacarna Ohio Tho Mont Monde Pan Ani Pivdarlek Rinya Trek Dy Trartman James Atowov Hs Ralph W. Awiits Ralph A. Noatlany Tony Nark G. Pell Tallan Te Jines Go Bar Sed Canin Forres Tenn Kort Keprerell Newfoan Lands Gouls St. Campbell Cain Mudiay Bian G Laton Way Aime Claiborne Witt Bok

Notable Thefts Reported In 1040 Block Incident

City detectives A B Nent and Charles Ballard recovered the Atomy loop after three ralés failed to cover 400 dollars worth of government property. Police announced Saturday a civilian witnessed the incident near Giada Vivorosbrevet.

A.B. Nent Charles Ballard Giada Vivorosbrevet Potice Tollars

Post Cards Reveal Taste of Their Writers

Cornelius Beece man MEY notes during a vacation lull that writing postcards rather than long letters saves time and preserves privacy. He urges choosing discreet scenery cards, avoiding oversharing, and keeping messages brief and affectionate to prevent embarrassment. He cautions about gossip and warns against impulsive purchases of unsuitable cards.

Mey Cornelius Beeceman Caine Equel Stanly

Austin Presbytery Licenses 2 Youths

The Austin Presbytery licensed two men to preach at a meeting held at Denver Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Rev Edgar Hubbard served as moderator and performed the ceremony. one of the new licensees was Charles G. Workman.

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Needlecraft Pattern 2960 Embroidered Blankets and Edging

Pattern 2960 features a transfer design for 8 1 2 by 19 1 3 inch blankets with two linked motifs and edging directions. Send 10 cents to The San Antonio Light Neediernil Wop with plain pattern number, your name and address.

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Centerpoint Travis Park Day Promises Joint Church Event

Centerpoint and San Antonio churches plan a Travis Park Day with a joint morning service led by newly licensed preacher George Awandy and a central program at Centerpoint. The event includes youth departments and a special evening program with a Centerpoint choir.

We Methodist Church Centerpoint Dingle

Bible Class Sets Prodigal Day Event

Furnier members of the Tusiness Meus Dible class will be honored at a special prodigal day program Sunday morning at the Giun ter hotel. The Rev Edwin Calhoun will speak on A New Contiant. A 12 piece orchestra with Mire Evilee Bingham as soloist will provide music. Programs will follow with a guest speaker and devotional exercises.

Piogente Giunter Hotel Edwin Calhoun Mire Evilee Bingham Teunlowins Dybeene

Highlands Church to 5 Hear Gallagher the Rev

The Highlands Church plans to host Rev Gallagher for a guest sermon at Highland Park Presbyterian as part of the Presbyterian Synod of Texas religious education program. The event occurs on the fourth Sunday, with services at 4 pm and a focus on church life and fellowship.

Sunday worships in San Antonio churches across denominations

Readable lines show a roster of services at multiple churches including Methodist, Catholic, Presbyterian, Baptist, and Episcopal parishes in San Antonio. Entries list pastors, service times, Sunday school notes, and surrounding community events, reflecting a busy faith week across neighborhoods.

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