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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1931
Page
12
In a tense scene, Fanchon confronts Collin Carstairs as Evelyn and others travel to New York. Collin challenges her plan while masking concern for Evelyn and the future with stern tangles of trust and deceit. Fanchon senses a dangerous mix of anger and desire, unsure whom to trust as the car rides toward an uncertain destination.
A 21-year-old negro boy and two accomplices were arrested after police linked them to 20 burglaries nearby. The suspect claimed voodoo powders protected him from capture and a crucifix was said to boost the powder’s power. Police found a pistol, ring, and flashlight at the scene and later tied more crimes to the group. Separately, allegations about a local “milis colony” group led deputies to intervene with a religious order known as the Anvicer and Ac cepted Order of Tanmucks, ending a weekly hiking routine and prompting debate over rights of exercise groups on county roads.
Curtis promoted to central office in Dallas as division passenger agent, replacing Ed ward Brendel who was formerly local city ticket agent. He has been with the Missouri Kansas-Perne system for 11 months and will leave his current post immediately to assume the new role.
Kenneth Stanturé named winner for league honor, though not notified yet of selection for Curtis Saleamen, an honor group by Curtis Publishing for boys. Admittance requires regular attendance and proven service to customers.
Roosevelt Club elects Mrs King and Mrs J B King as officers. They name Mrs King secretary of the Texans Roosevelt for president club and appoint a special campaign committee by President W Fynvideom, former Texas governor, to lead fund and outreach efforts.
A fire at 407 South Civw street caused $20 damage in the home of A. Finnman early one morning. Firemen also extinguished a small blaze in a vacant house at 1015 San Luis Street.
A man was injured in a collision near Yan Newateret and New Thrawafels avenues Monday evening. He was brought to Robert TD Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
A man identified as Robert BR Green was treated Monday for head and arm injuries from a car crash near Mountin Tome Kerrville. The incident occurred Sunday as stated in available report, with hospital care provided on arrival.
The plan, introduced by city commissioners, would ban outside solicitors from city limits and impose an $15 cleaning fee plus a $5 equipment charge for streetwearing retailers. The proposal aims to regulate soliciting and require permits for cleaners and presser shops.
Vincente Caoti, 22, suffered injuries after a car jumped a curb near West Woertlairn Ave and Dlane Road. The crash sent him unconscious. skull fracture feared as authorities assess damages. Police report the incident occurred Sunday night amid traffic.
Rental column details numerous apartments and houses for rent with prices and durations. Listings include furnished rooms and 1 to 4 room units in multiple areas, plus notes on weekly and monthly rates. The notice invites readers to contact owners or agencies for full information and copies of the rental directory.
Nepalian p. F. Mijares Patencia, Mexico City's police chief, faces a delay due to a remonstration by the house of domities. He was to arrive last Sunday but is postponed to September 2. The delay affects his schedule to visit San Antonio and Los Angeles for business with the Mexico Club during the celebration, with his wife, mother, and chief of staff accompanying.
An 80 year old motorman, Wellis, was shocked and briefly knocked from his trolley car near Guadalone and Zorea streets. He suffered non serious injuries after touching a live wire while repair crews attended the line. Police and an emergency ambulance responded but he was not moved to hospital.
F G Rodgers of the Alama National Bank building will represent the association at the annual meeting of the American Institute of Accountants in Philadelphia from September 15 to 17. Presentations from Wisconsin will be in attendance.
A fragmented report notes radio equipped planes visiting Winburn Gell and Park Woryh on September 15. The new planes include pass wedgers pitot and luggage parts, with telephones in some areas, reflecting early aviation tech.
Gus Thompson, 28, residing at Blue Bonnet hotel, faced 30 forgery charges including forging and possessing forged instruments. Authorities say he had 68 checks forged with the Trust Company cashier’s signature. Kiestie Toile faced six charges of forging and passing mail in City. Detective AL WY reported the case.
Teal T Wiso 47 prominent business and civic leader of San Antonio died early Monday morning at his residence 800 East Park Avenue. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 4 at St Mark's Episcopal Church with Dr E B We Percy officiating. Survivors are wife Alice Beatrice Huan a son Gus J Grong Jen two sisters Mrs WW D McCare and Mrs M Trooks all of San Antonio.
Three robberies were reported to police including a burglary at Murrieta Rambies shop at 215 North Morse Street where $83 was taken. Concencion Espinoza of 216 South Pecos Street reported a theft of $75. Police will investigate the incidents.
A man identified as 27 year old Sear Mortals of Binviearoa was beaten by a stranger near his Blanco Road residence and taken to Robert J. Green Hospital with injuries. Police are investigating the assault, which occurred late at night at or near his home.
Detectives Tomer Alten and George Robinson investigated a break in on North Flores Street early Monday. Alten, seeking a suspect, entered an unfinished attic via a stairwell and fell fifteen feet through rafters but sustained only minor injuries. the intruder was a large rat, not a human burglar.
Albert Besalski will become pastor of Our Redeemer congregation in Mississippi after ordination at St. Pls Cutheron tehureh. He attended Concordia Theological Seminary in St Louis and St Joseph's College at Winfield Kansas, with early schooling at St Paul's elementary.
Miss Elizabeth Westrop was named president of the L O V E Society at First Baptist Church. Officers include Blanche King, Margaret Irobst, Milfred Weaver as reporter, Snellie Bureier as secretary treasurer, Dorig Kuykendal as curling captain, Cleese Diesen as teacher, with other roles noted amid a garbled account of the group's meeting at a Mexican restaurant.
The first semester of Tar Sun on Tonin Suntar College's VIN-1932 sessions will open September 18 and close December 23, it was announced Monday. The second semester will begin toward May 4 and close on commencement. The battle of the college contains an outline of courses taught by faculty instructors.
Police seek a knife wielder after a girl named Well af 413 Vlord was found with a deep cut on her arm while sleeping. Her mother, Mrs Wolf, recalled sounds and blood on clothing but noted no wires or objects in the room. detectives confirmed a window may have offered access to the room as a possible entry point. The motive remains unclear.
Cloning is a section on Wicitmore Wavern authorized by the city council on Monday. The San Antonio Independent School District would provide additional property to extend Fair Avenue. The school district sought parcel action at Piedmont Avenue for a regulatory ground nearby. The city states the request would be approved if the board conveys city corlats properly to extend Foile avenues.
Police report a guitar belonging to Roy Brinner was stolen from a radio broadcasting studio in the Stee building on Monday. A welding torch and tools valued at $25 were taken from the Park Service station at 423 Tuens Vista Street according to a police report.
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