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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1936

Page

2

Teeth in Court as County Commissioner Faces Suit

County Commissioner Robert F Unn sat in court for the third time Thursday over a judgment ordering him to pay Dr. Leslie Maurer 65 dollars for false teeth made in 1934. The dentist testified he urged delay until gums showed, while Unn and partner Uhr claimed urgent need for quick dentures for the Battle of Flowers parade.

Robert Funn Bat Corrigan Corigan Leslie Maurer Maurer The Phi Uhr Unr Charles Butler

Calotabs touted as aid to throw off a cold

An old advertisement extols Calotabs as a thorough intestinal eliminant and diuretic to purge and purify the body during a cold. It claims the tablet regimen cleanses mucus and toxins from the gut and speeds kidney function to remove poisons, priced at twenty five cents per family package.

Edward VIII confronts Baldwin in constitutional crisis

A long analysis of the 1930s British constitutional clash between King Edward VIII and Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin. It traces Edward's shift from prince to monarch, his refusal of a loveless marriage, and the tug between modern monarchy and traditional ministers, culminating in his assertion of sovereignty as king.

New York Edward VIII Stanley Baldwin Britain Charles I George V Tampa Prince Charming Wallis Warfield Bimpson Edward Prince of Wales Baldwin Pines Affair Simpson

Denture Dispute Testimony Sparks 1935 Inquiry

Uhr testifies he never agreed to dental work and denies involvement with Dr Maurer and Meat. He says he went to the sector's office for adjustments voluntarily and received no comfort from the doctors. He recalls only being told to get used to the dentures and mentions limited diet. The office secretary's call is disputed as not occurring.

Uhr Maurer

Mollison Safe But Short of Goal

CAPE TOWN South Africa Dec 3 Missing aviator James Mollison was located safe today 14 miles from Breadasdorp on the coast southeast of Cape Town. His forged landing thwarted the England to Cape Town record attempt by his estranged wife Amy Johnson Mollison.

Cape ‘Town South Africa James Mollison Taos Hig Frepetr Breadasdorp Caps Town Cape Town Amy Johnson Mallison

San Antonio Slogan Contest Seeks Local Flair

Four hundred posters explain the slogan contest in the San Antonio chamber of commerce. The winning line must reflect the romance climate and history of the city. Entrants may submit unlimited entries on separate sheets. Submissions close December 15 with a prize fund hoped to reach 508 dollars.

Chamber of Commence San Antonio W. Miller Miller Chamber of Commerce

Wallis Simpson Omitted From British Who's Who

New York December 31 1937 edition of the British Who's Who excludes Mrs Wallis Warfield Simpson and her divorced husband Ernest Aldrich Simpson from its 52 prominent Simpsons. The volume, first since King Edward VIII's 1936 ascension, omits the highly discussed figures while featuring 52 other Simpsons across six pages. The royal section highlights coronation year details despite the lack of inclusion for the famous couple.

Wally England New York Wallis Warfield Simpson Edward Ernest Aldrich Simpson Simpsons Edward VIII

Texas to Seek 15 Million in 1937 PWA Reclamations

The water resources committee of the Texas planning board will recommend federal allotments totaling 15 million dollars for reclamation and conservation projects, with Texas’s share in the 1937 PWA program. The committee also requests yesterday for allotments totaling 90 million from flood control, conservation and navigation districts. at the request of Congressman James B. Buchanan of Brenham, chair of the House Appropriations Committee, the panel will review evidence from district representatives to back project recommendations.

Austin Dec Water Resources Committee Texas Planning Board Texas PWA James B. Buchanan Brenham House Dia

San Antonio Protest Targets Alamo Park Plans

San Antonio women will hold a meeting at Municipal Auditorium East Roots at 3 p.m. Friday led by Mrs Rena Maverick Green to oppose state plans adding non historic elements to Alamo park protest to be directed at the state board. Local architect Mavvey Smith to speak. campaign advocates a museum and fence around the Alamo.

San Antonio Municipal Auditorium East Roots Rena Maverick Green Green Agar San Antono Conservation Society Willits Street Artists

Van Sweringen Will Protects Half Million Estate

Cleveland report notes Len 3 I A trustee for the late O P Van Sweringen states the magnate left between 400000 and 500000 likely set aside as security. He says the life insurance was pledged for loans and that most assets exceed the estate, with claims by Van Sweringen creditors.

Clevelaand O. P. van Swearingen van Gwearingen Credara van Siveringen

Fire Found in Overcoat Pocket Alarm Hits Alderman

Newton Massachusetts December 3 4 Alderman Adertan Henderson faintly sniffed and declared something must be burning as the odor grew stronger in the aldermanic chamber. Fellow aldermen searched the hallways but found nothing. Inches bent to his feet and exclaimed it must be me a box of matches was ablaze in his overcoat pocket.

Newton Mass Des Aldertan Henderson Aldermanic Chamber Inches

Transfer of Margi E. Neal to Austin Office

Oscar M. Powell regional director of the social security board announced Thursday the transfer of Miss Margi E. Neal information service representative from the regional office of San Antonio to the office at Austin. The transfer was effective Thursday L. E. Harnout will continue as information service representative at San Antonio.

Oscar M. Powell Social Security Board Margi E. Neal San Antonio Austin L. E. Harnout

Texas Writer Is Hurt in Crash Near Perry

Dallas author Mrs. Jan Ishelle Fortune, notable for Cavalcade of Texas material, was hospitalized in Tallahassee after a car crash near Perry Florida. She sustained large rib fractures and a head injury in the incident.

Texas Perry Fla. Dee Jan Ishelle Fortune Dallas Tallahassee Fortune

Easy Car Acquisition by Consulting Classified Ads

A note emphasizes ease of securing the desired car by using Classification 73 Light Classified Ads. It highlights the classifieds as a straightforward resource for buyers seeking vehicles, suggesting readers consult listings to find suitable options and deals.

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