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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1933
Page
18
A fragmented reminiscence recounts early San Antonio and the idea of a witty American city. The piece mentions 19th century figures, jokes about modern life, and hints at cultural shifts that shaped the area, weaving memory with playful critique.
Fragmentary notes recount early events in San Antonio history including first fire company arrival in 1858, first street saloon on San Antonio street, streetcar and telephony beginnings, and references to the first daily newspaper and hydraic works, with many garbled dates and names.
Parts describe historical figures and incidents from a Civil War period, mentioning Yan Anta, Jang Marri, and the ola Vende whe enter gid sotoan. References include gas night organization on August 31, 2859, and Joe Mere on November 30. The text mixes names, battles, and local tales with unclear details.
Mayor C K Quin and city commissioners sought a rapid end to a labor dispute at the plant. Police blocked strike activity as workers and guards faced tensions, with windows smashed and a rush by strikers toward security. The mayor warned against bringing in strike breakers while the firm refused access to workers and maintained operations with security.
A boy was caught with an inscribed $50 tag and accused of trying to sell two items for $2 on Sherman Street in Magnolia. Officers detained him after a report of theft and attempted sale by Bird Jones and Ragle. The case involves local juveniles and police response.
Thieves stole 425 worth of lives and tubes from the Mission Ting station 1315 Sony Presa, entering by a hole in the wall. Police reported the loss included a flagp and a diamond ring among the items missing.
A garbled OCR harvest mentions a woman, injures, and county officials. It appears to reference a court or examination process with names and dates, but the text is too corrupted to extract clear actions or outcomes. The piece mirrors a damaged public notice segment with scattered proper nouns and legal references.
An uncertain, garbled OCR item mentions a judge heading to Houston and an unusual court scene. Names and details are unclear, but references to trial activity and a Mayston event imply a legal proceeding involving multiple parties and a Progres s Exposition context.
A theater group selected a committee at a Wednesday meeting in the auditorium east room to pick a director. Brewer presided with Wittlam, Melntesn, and Jack Allensworth named to the panel. Joe Meshane was named director of publicity and spoke about upcoming theater presentations.
A final payment of 298 was made Thursday by an unidentified party to J. G. Wray and company for aid and testimony in a suit against Southeastern Bell Telephone Company. The payment appeared in the docket as required, with funds appropriated from the judgments and the sale.
A garbled notice shows the city commission seeking funds for a public bath house program. It mentions Mayor C. K. Quinta and a project approved by the city commission, with an implied total around 40,000 in local currency. The readable fragments indicate a municipal works plan and funding request.
A soldier from the Forty-seventh unit was killed at 12:20 a.m. Thursday when struck by a Southern Passenger Train near Randolph Field south of Schertz. The body showed severe injuries with one arm severed. identification matched serial numbers on gear. Investigations trace the incident to area railroad tracks and bridge near the Globle era. Local officials, including Justice Talbert, are reviewing the case with autopsy results pending.
The City Commission on Thursday reviewed a budget of 1 408 000 for the coming year amid requests from Fire and Police Commissioner El Wright and councilman Anderson for higher police and fire salaries. Wright argued the work is hazardous and essential, while Anderson urged contingent raises tied to tax collection and loan funding. Mayor Quin expressed sympathy but warned funds are unavailable, noting banks have pledged loans and upcoming legislature may force city penalties.
Commissioner Pau Steffler led a budget hearing that extended into late evening as the commission approved a new budget. Total allocations rise with street and park departments gaining while police and fire staffing costs increase. a $50,000 note payoff and debt reduction to $800,000 from bank reserves were also noted.
Fragmented account recalls a boxing era and Dempsey as an idol. Mentions Jack Berg and Tim fighting on home grounds, with competitive rounds and a talk of comebacks. References audience reactions, gym rivalries, and early Chicago bouts.
Texas veterans and supporters led by Dr P B Hill advocate a wet vote in San Antonio and Bexar County urging a holiday to boost polling participation. The campaign cites crime and economic concerns, while Dr FB Hill, pastor of First Presbyterian, recovers from hip injuries after a car crash near Fort Davie.
A damaged OCR style item reports unidentified calls to a street with cars and a tied woman present. The text references police, a presumed suspect or victim, and scattered place names and times, indicating a chaotic local crime note without clear details or names.
Edwarde Vailemerras faced a 2500 bond on a customs case led by Special United States Commissioner Arley V Knight. He was brought from Zapelu after a customs team pursued a car from the Mexican border. At a funeral held for a reti elder Rete, a prominent Thalian colony member, on the Rete property, the event drew attention to the dispute and arrest details.
A woman, Mrs Beery, was jailed on a murder charge after a fatal confrontation with her husband Barry Beery at their Pleasanton home. The district attorney later recommended possible bail, noting Berry had pursued Mrs Beery and then attacked her with a shotgun during a struggle. The incident also involved Berry striking her back and throwing water on her 12 year old son Ernest Cheesman before she fired in self defense. The statement alleges months of alleged threats and infidelity with the stepdaughter Mabel Cheesman. Deputies recorded details as they questioned Mrs Beery and noted other children of the couple.
An IRS collector returned to the local office on Thursday to supervise four employees after a change in office leadership. The new head, Rider A. S. Walker, took over duties from Fomes W. Bass, directing attention to price process tax and dealers with wheat or cotton on hand.
A report from Robert A. Circe hospital details that Hernandez, age 5, and his brother Gustasie were poisoned after consuming a tainted drink near Tomare and Penv streets in Darema. Both boys were listed in serious condition Thursday with doctors continuing tests and observation.
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