Fires in San Antonio area cause several damages
Fires attributed to suspected arson or accidental causes damaged multiple homes in San Antonio and vicinity. Losses include about 200 dollars in a Perry Court residence and more in a Broadway Alamo Heights building. Firemen contained spread, saving nearby belongings though several properties suffered damages.
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Mayor Proclaims Tag Day for Blind City Campaign
The mayor proclaimed a tag day on December 11 urging citizens of the city to contribute to a blindness charity. The campaign supports local clinics and services aiding the visually impaired and promotes community involvement.
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Hye City
Delayed Hop to Havana Fliers Postponed by Weather
In Miami on December 6 heavy weather delayed an air cruise to Havana for the all American air maneuvers. Jacques Coueurn set a New York Miami speed record of 12 minutes as pilots prepared to take off. Richard Archbold of New York planned a V ton flying boat voyage to Havana while other participants awaited better conditions.
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Bullis Schedule Details Fire Exercise At Camp Bits
Maj M E Barker chemical warfare officer of the second division states firing will begin at 4 a m on Neuteo hall and continue through the day. Later orders from other division officials will amend the plan as announced, with various officers contributing to the schedule adjustments.
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Beauticians Union Plans Dance Night at Local Temple
Union members gather to organize a dance event at the Labor Temple, set for seven this evening. Beauticians and associates prepare decorations music and invitations for the social gathering.
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Weather Fragment Shows Mixed Precipitation Across Regions
The report outlines scattered precipitation in multiple areas including Taal and Austin with mentions of temperatures, tides, and clearing conditions. Observations note varying conditions from drizzle to clear spells, with references to several towns and counties and a focus on timing and erratic weather patterns.
Archbishops Exile Ends as Mexican Government Invites Return
Archbishop Leopoldo Rule 9 Flores, apostolic delegate to Mexico, who has lived in exile in San Antonio for five years, returned to Mexico from Morelia after reportedly being invited by the Mexican government. He was expelled in 1532 during a major church government dispute and had resided at Immaculate Word College in San Antonio.
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San Altonio
Morelia
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Ieamnate Word College
Germany Will Get Needed Helium Gas Export Authorized
The state department authorized a German Zeppelin firm agent to export seven hundred sixty five thousand cubic feet of inflammable helium gas. The shipment supports Germany in a new Zeppelin project. A separate classified line advertises a quick job by placing a light want ad at a Broadway location.
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Washington
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Zeppelin Company
USA
Zeppelin
Rome
Broadway
Fifth Street
Newark Mayor Meyer Elfenstein among 27 indicted on fraud charges
Indictment lists 93 counts against Mayor Meyer C Elfenstein of Newark New Jersey and five city commissioners. Prosecution alleges malfeasance and conspiracy to defraud the city through overpayments in Port Newark and adjacent areas.
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Wunder Heads 5 4 Pal Betas Wonder Head 5 4
The San Antonio Association of Phi Beta Kappa elected Chartus No Wunder dean of the University of San Antonio as president to succeed Thea Wels. The banquet at the Gubter hotel celebrated the fraternity’s 160th anniversary. Other officers and directors were named and Dr Eugens Campbell Barker was principal speaker.
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Eugens Campbell Barker
University of Texas
Snake Panicer Bitten in Long Beach Home
Long Beach California on December 6 1939 irs grate Wiley age 49 reptile keeper was bitten by a copperhead snake at her home no serious condition reported after the incident authorities said the bite caused minor symptoms and she remained under observation.
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Wiley
Cold Winds Chill Texas Across the Coast and Plains
The Associated Press reports unseasonably cold weather sweeping Texas with record lows in coastal cities. Port Arthur recorded 22 degrees, the coldest in two months, as Beaumont and other Gulf areas saw single-digit to low 20s. Across the state skies stayed clear though winds remained brisk and temperatures dipped from north to south.
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Tyler
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Dates
Corsleanta
Variety Program Now Set For Thursday At Stinty’s Hall
A school event at Joseph's Academy has been moved from Friday night to Thursday afternoon at 1 p m in St inty's hall. The change affects the school program planned to aid the school hand.
Riverside landslide prompts temporary detour near Elysian Park
December 6 in Los Angeles, Bixty workers began building a temporary passage around a Riverside slide site. The earth from Elysian Park was moved to stabilize the area as crews set up the detour while permanent repairs are planned.
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Los Angeles
Bixty
Riverside Diya
Elysian Park
Woman found dead in Port Worth mystery verdict
An unidentified 79 year old woman was found dead here. The coroner's inquest returned a verdict of death by exposure. Further details were not provided in the fragmented report.
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St Joseph Aspirin Promises Reliable Pain Relief
An ad-style excerpt touts St Joseph Aspirin as a dependable remedy for pain. It claims genuine quality at a low price and positions the brand as a trustworthy buy. The text references pharmacopoeia standards and urges readers to choose St Joseph for relief.
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