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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1931

Page

14

Volume on early Indian tribes of Tejas to publish

A volume detailing the history of several early Texas tribes from Father Morfi’s diary, translated and annotated by Frederick C. Chabot and Carlos B. Castaneda. The privately printed work, limited to 2,000 copies, covers origins, traditions, religion, locations, dress, language, and music, with subscribers’ names listed. Also noted is Morti’s reminiscence of San Antonio missions and inhabitants.

Tesas Father Morfi Tejas Father Mork Frederick C. Chabot Carlos B. Castaneda Texas Chabot Mexico Carlos Castaneds Morti San Arinnin Villa de San Fernando Eudes Dny Mission San Pratouig Tadien Missian Cou Elon Mission San Jose Padre Sea Francisco de Ln Esda Sunigotonte

Dallas Doctor Heads Ophthalmological Society

Dr. TF R Thompson of 7th and Dr. W D Jones of Dallas were elected to lead the Texas Ophthalmological and Diolarrugotezienl society at the annual convention. Dr. A B Cisek of San Antonio was reelected secretary, Dr. C Cody of Houston treasurer, and Dr. O T Aversworth of Waco vice president, as many attendees observed.

TF. R. ‘Thompson 7Th W. D. Jones Dallas

Average Speed of Planes Increased

The prize speed of passenger planes has been increased from 320 miles an hour to 170. The national advisory committee sealed in its two day meet there. Fort Worth will be the meeting place in December 1932. Dr. W. Boffington of New Orleans spoke on Some Clinical Observations Special Reference to the Use of Gloucosan. Dr. Herbert Till of San Antonio, Dr. BleCullough of Dallas, and Dr. J. J. Richardson of Fort Worth were other speakers. Delegates and guests will attend a banquet at the Gunter hotel Saturday night.

Washington, D. G Fort Worth W. BR. Boffington New Orleans Herbert Till San Antonio BleCullough Dallas J. J. Richardson

Salvation Army Home Service Budget Drive Launches

Campaign workers begin an intensive drive Monday to raise 45000 for Salvation Army home service and maternity hospital work. Through Saturday 3700 had been pledged, with $15000 essential for ongoing relief efforts. City Federation women resume personal solicitations to reach funds before campaign end.

Salvation Army William Fifler Geocen George Woods City Federation of Women's Globa Relief Corps Mra Ed Delfinger Women Workers Rnd O. Parker Walker Rel

Stolen Silverware Reported In Local Home Breakin

Police report a burglary at Tin Percy, 31 Hiettand Boulevard, with $100 value in silverware taken. A separate entry notes a break in at DP Holbrook, 341 Montrow Ave, and losses include ham, cigarettes, and a chicken theft. In Chicken Stikeland opposite Breckeniridze Senior School, six chickens were stolen from Mes. Walec Liaig, 755 Canun Avenue.

Tin Percy Hiettand Boulevard Holbrook Montrow Avespuc Breckeniridze Senior School Mes Walec Liaig Canun Ayeane

Second Bond Sue Urged At Chamber Meeting

Approval of a second bond issue was tentatively voted Friday by the Chamber of Commerce Business Relations committee. The plan includes a $5,000,000 county road bond for construction and $770,000 for right of way, with state matching funds. Attendees included nearly all committee members and local officials. The group seeks AG approval and aims for a statewide highway program.

Chamber of Commerce Business Relations Committee Ssi APPKO Taznilbuse el Anil James Chamber Maury Blaverick Guarles Dickso Cal W. B. Tuttle Renzan Houton Federal Réserve Bank Maverick Berar State Highway Department Munverick Torter Wheater

Election Officers to Be Paid Monday

Election officers and clerks from the recent general election will receive payment Monday at the office of county treasurer Joe Sobieski. About 1,000 judges and clerks, and polling-place owners, will be paid a total of 5076 dollars. Checks will be issued to individuals or via signed orders.

Joe Sebiewki Sobieski

Finland Votes Referendum Debate Marks Prohibition Question

Finland conducts a referendum vote on a government bill proposing prohibition measures. Officials indicate the poll will decide the method and date for holding the referendum, with decision expected tonight or Monday after a lengthy debate.

How One Woman Lost 20 Pounds of Fat

An herbal weight loss pitch claims a woman shed fat and gained vigor using Kruschen salts. It promises rapid energy, a shapely figure, and better digestion by flushing waste with a morning hot water dose and dietary cuts. The ad touts a four week supply and a money back claim if not convinced.

Karl Schum Kruschen Jose Fal

Winners Named in Bexar County Essay Contest

Fred Molly announces results of a county extension essay contest on Why San Antonio and Southwest Texas is the Most Verbal Place in the United States for Poultry Dairying and Hog Raising. First prize to Miss William Streich for an essay praising climate pasturage and shipping facilities. second prize to Arthur Aferger Sr. Judges included W F Taylor and Thurmo Farrell.

County Extension Department San Antonio Texas United States Fred Molly Willian Streich Asany Arthur Aferger Sr Toutt Cox W.F. ‘Taylor Southwest Texes Thurmso Farret Ourraler Jndges

Funeral Pending Tor Accidental Rifle Shot Victim

Funeral arrangements for 30 year old Word, who moved here four years ago from Oklahoma City, were not completed Saturday. He was found shot through the head beside a barbed wire fence, apparently the rifle discharged while he was climbing the fence. Constable Eagar Ty of precinct Na, Gay G. Wolf and KE. EK, Smith, reported the accident.

Aretonia Raat Eagar Ty. Byth Gay G. Wolf KE. EK Smith Oklarhora City

Kelly to Receive New Pursuit Ships

New pursuit aircraft claimed for Kelly advance projects. The design includes 1812 type powered by wire coil rotors with vapor charging, claimed to perform better at high altitude. Expected start of production and testing follows confirmation from school staff and plan details.

Kelly Nyink Hn

Padlock Lifted in New Brausfels

A one year padlocking order was lifted from a mixed garage and residence in central New Brausfels by Federal Judge Da al Wear. Defendants Arthur C Junker and Morin W Junker sought reopening, asserting prior closure caused expense. The filing notes a phrase about reopening and the column cites extensive unrelated listings from the period.

New Brausfels Arthur C. Junker Morin W. Junker

Quartermaster's Staff Increased at Randolph Field Detachment

An increase of 18 men in the strength of the Quartermaster's detachment at Randolph Field has been authorized, according to word received at Eighth Corps area headquarters. The new men for the detachment will be enlisted in San Antonio.

Randulph Field Haa Ben Eighth Corps San Antonio

Home Remedy Promises Quick Relief for Coughs

An old advertisement-style recipe touts Samougolf and Pinex as a home cure for stubborn coughs. It describes preparing a pint of syrup by mixing Pines with granulated sugar and honey, claiming rapid soothing of inflamed throats and quick relief for bronchial irritation. The copy suggests the remedy is cheaper than store-bought options and warns no substitute is allowed.

Fuljcos Angel Ioney Norway

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