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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1939

Page

3

Fairbanks Career Recalled As Actor and Producer

A fragmentary obituary tribute recalls Fairbanks Sr a star of Broadway and early film. Born Denver Colorado he rose from juvenile stage success to producer ventures and the Pax Banks International unit planning film stories worldwide. Known as a versatile performer he toured globally and shaped silent cinema during its formative years.

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Corpus Christi Hosts National Trailers Week Travel Meet

Traders from across the nation will gather in Corpus Christi for a week starting December 25. Tom Keene of San Antonio arranged with the Corpus Christi chamber of commerce to provide daily entertainments and luncheons. Keene promises furniture and appliances at prices aimed to please travelers, noting South Texas offers more trailw travelers than in any period since 1936.

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Clue Found in 1836 Killing Linked to Taxi Driver Death

Police probe a 1836 style murder of Jimmie Martin, a Ban Antonio taxi driver, after a lighter linked to the slaying surfaced. Investigators questioned a San Antonio motor-firm employee who claimed the lighter was found in a driveway near a former job, with Martin’s clothing yielding cash and welch. The case remained unsolved as authorities pursued leads across Camel county and New Braunfels.

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Belgium to Call 1940 Class in Military Reorganization

Brussels reports the Belgian cabinet will call the 1940 mining class early to permit demobilization of older classes due to the European war. The WAS class will be extended to recruit more than the Byerake miniver of recruits.

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Polish Envoys Fight for Finland Folly

London dispatch reports Polish minister to Helsinki and Polish liaison staff say they will mobilize military forces against the Soviet threat. The message claims a grand scale effort and signals urgent action ahead of the new year.

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Riot injures over 100 in Irrawri merchant clash

In Jisbilpore India on December 12 British troops police and native deputies clamped a riot after a huge demonstration by alleged practitioners among local merchants. More than 100 people were wounded as clashes erupted and security forces deployed with rifles and machine guns in the central province town.

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Traffic Button System Proposed in San Antonio Policy Debate

City attorney's office weighs feasibility of adopting a concrete flush mushroom traffic button to guide drivers and determine liability for vehicle damage at intersections. Assistant city attorney notes the concept is static while proponents say the buttons are needed to regulate traffic and prevent misrouting.

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Seven Texas Misses Named For Texas New Mexico Tangos Show

Fort Worth December report lists seven interpreters for the Texas New Mexico Tangos at the Southwestern Exposition and Fat Stock Show. Secretary-manager John B. Dallas announced the selections at a recent Sheep and Goat Ration convention. Names include Margaret Owens of Oyona Anna Belle Edwards Big Spring Mi Elgernn Crinyeil Throckmorton Mrs Chambers Lavington N J Mary Ann Green Al WW Billie Mayle Miller Hoenn and Margaret Stool ttl of Pampa.

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Doug Fairbanks Taken by Death stage hero and film pioneer

Renowned actor and producer Doug Fairbanks, famed for daring athletic feats and landmark films such as Robin Hood and The Thief of Bagdad, dies after a storied career from stage to silent cinema. He co founded United Artists and helped shape early Hollywood while divorcing and remarrying during a high profile life in the arts world.

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Heights Honor Roll 15 Named

Heights High announces the second quarter honor roll for the scholastic year. Superintendent R. O. Reed stated the list includes Nancy Brodt, Harry Maynard, Gey Wyrick, Evrion Beooka, Heliy Eastin, Macle Strin, Adelaide Rodriguez, Betty Mharett, and many others.

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Lepke Witness Slaying Bared in Atlantic City Case

Atlantic City December report uncovers details of a brutal killing linked to the Lepke Buchalter case. Irving Mandel, 44, identified by county prosecutor Altman, disappeared in late 1958 from a Jersey City nightclub atop the Palisades. Mandel’s body was later found and his brother Benjamin corroborated the identity amid a national disappearance tied to racketeering charges.

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Constipation Tips and Digestive Health Remedies

A fragmented notice suggests treating constipation by addressing dietary causes with regular meals and hydration. It mentions a product named Helloge's or Bato Greek Sold by grocers as a proposed aid, urging daily breakfast and beverages to maintain regularity. The text is garbled but centers on diet and a marketed remedy.

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