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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1936

Page

2

Garrett Defeats Blanton in Eastland Race for Congress

Judge Clyde Garrett of Eastland County, opposing communism and vowing no outside influence affected his victory, says the red rider controversy over Banton did not alter the People in the Seventeenth district. He sought the Democratic nomination to promote change after eight years as Eastland County judge.

Eastland Judee Clyde Garrett West Tenax County Tom Blantox Bhnton Washington Garrett Banton King Blanton Gerrets Eastland County

Flood Traps Mexico Tourists in Marooned Towns

Floodwaters cover Limon and surrounding areas as residents flee and scores of international tourists are marooned. Reports state 100 tourist cars were stranded between Ciudad Victoria and Villa Juarez on the international highway, prompting motorist and emergency responses.

Meaigu Gpey Limon Mexico Ludiay Ciudad Victoria Villa Juarez Mexican Automobila Sociniton

Texan recalls he saw fall of Alamo

A Texas man named Andrea Ietta of Kyle tells of hiding in a tree as Mexican troops attacked the Alamo, claiming Santa Anna captured the fort. Ietta says he remained for days before descending, while others in Kyle recall Armida’s age and location.

Alamo Austin Aus Locornten Bilal Andea Ietta Kyle Artletta Armiada

Aged Men on Relief Plan in Santa Rosa

A city relief plan in Santa Rosa Houston seeks aid from the Work Progress Administration. The city council votes to request about 210,30 to add to a budget of 129,026 raised funds to aid needy families and employ about 40 men for the project.

Santa Rose Houston Banta Clara Houstan Vine

West Texas Girl Seeks Film Fame

A West Texas teen pursues a film career amid a statewide competition. The 17 year old Blond girl aims for recognition in a centennial event, described as a fate wide contest with strong local media interest.

Pac Gitunim

Mary Astor Believed Kaufman Was Her Last Love

Hollywood gossip columns recount Mary Astor's pursuit of happiness amid a turbulent life with Dr Franklyn Thorpe and George Kaufman. Diaries, custody battles, and public scrutiny shaped a saga of love, scandal, and resilience as Mary fought for her daughter Marilyn and her career.

Dorotiy Kor Wye Wniversel Hollywood Frankly Thorpe Agai Sha Lasher Gallagher Marylyn Mary George Siti Frank Ray Mary Astor Kaufman

Adger Day at Festal Fort Worth Personalities

Fort Worth event highlights Fred Stone and Billie Burke among well known figures. Rogers, widow of a famed impresario, and Jimmy Stone attend as intimate friends. Burke starred in Broadway shows. Rogers joins the Follies circle, while Patricia Miegfeld’s daughter featured in photos. Also mentions a separate auction noting a $160 sale and a weight-related episode later.

Fort Worth Aus Fred Stone Billie Burke Ropers Fort Worn Brrs Rogers Tae Sar Jimmy Stone Miss Burke Wait Rogers Tate Glove ABC New York Umvl Burke

Hot Weather Health Advice From Aired Word Salad

The fragmentary text reads like a garbled weather health notice warning about biliousness in hot conditions. It mentions Helene and various names, with unclear references to remedies, diets, and suggested actions amid a jumble of broken phrases and misplaced terms.

Skull Found by Cave Explorers Near Savers Ranch

Human skull unearthed in a limestone cave on the lumbar ranch near Savers was shown by Chester Hunter and Hubert Wharns. Explorers have probed regional caves and found the skeleton while seeking an old tunnel. The skull tip showed a break from a blow and an old lantern lay beside it.

Ban Angedol Lunbar Ranch Savers Chester Hunter Hubert Wharns Sutton County

Townsend Pension Test Faces California Primary

In San Francisco the Townsend plan urged members to back 20 candidates in the next congressional primary. Sharidan Downey, an associate of Dr. E Townsend, seeks to thwart Representative Frat Hi in the Democratic field. Downey’s stance signals Townsend influence in the race.

Townsend California San Prancisco Tursday Buck Hestile

Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promises Malaria Relief

An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a reliable treatment for malaria. It claims to relieve shivering fever and kill the malarial infection, while also serving as a general tonic. The copy highlights value at 50c and $1 sizes and promotes safety for children.

Grove

Ice Bok Specs For Bad Eyes

Pair of spectacles described by the Sw eaters at the American Academy of Optometrists meeting claim an amost efficient refrigerating lens to cool the eye. Developed by Dr. E Leroy Ayer and Dr. Ele amer H. Hotaling of New York. They emphasize infrared light as a factor in cataract prevention and indoor outdoor eye exposure.

Chicago American Academy of Optometrists E. Leroy Ayer Eleamer H. Hotaling New York

Navy Captain Beauregard Receives International Honors

S A Navy Captain from San Antonio at the Naval War College in Newport will receive commendations from several governments. Captain Beauregard is offered Ecuador, Calderon and France's Legion of Honor for services rendered. Texans Commander Dallas D Papre of Lubbock will be allowed to accept the Legion of Honor and diploma. A separate note reports a boy injured from a fall from an ice truck in Dallas.

Augustine T. Beauregard San Antonio Naval War College Newport R. 1 Navy Associated Press Washington, D.C Beauregard Ecuador Abbor Calderon France Legion of Honor Dallas D. Papre Lubbock

Leonard Sees Victory in House Speakership Race

Homer Leonard of McAllen expressed confidence in winning the race to be Speaker of the Texas House as five candidates vie to succeed Speaker Coke Stevenson. Other contenders named include Albert Walker Vernon Bullock Hyder Lewisville Emmett Mare Houston and Bob Calvert Hillsboro. Stevenson hinted he would not seek a third term.

Leonard Austin Homer Leonard McAleh House of Representatives Teesons Coke Stevenson Junceton Albert Walker Vernon Bullock Hyder Lewisville Emmett Mare Houston I Bob Calvert Hillsboro Stevenson

Extra Session Hinted by Newspaperman

An Austin newspaperman known for covering legislature sessions hinted at an extra session. He claimed his apartment setup and readiness to work pointed to immediate political action. Months and precise dates are unclear but the report suggests urgency for a special legislative session.

Austin Trousten

Bexar Relief Office Moves to New Quarters

Bexar county relief offices were moved from the north basement of the courthouse to 115 121 Durango street with plans to begin distributing federal scrip commodities on Tuesday. The move follows a month of halted distributions due to complaints that federal regulations were not followed. A new relief board was set up by the county commissioners court, with Mrs. Clare Green named to lead. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Bexar County Durango Street Texas Relief Commission Jcourt

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