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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1937
Page
12
In Corporation court a man was fined 190 dollars plus costs for negligent driving and drunkenness. The article notes public concerns about drinking and driving, and mentions street safety and courtroom records as part of the broader discussion. Attendees at a local event include several named residents and performers.
The fragment mentions Artie Shaw and transcriptions by The Rhythm-makers, and references to radio, a public figure named H. Smith, and assorted quips about bears and a priestly boar. It appears as a noisy, disjointed clipping with ad-like/commentary fragments and incomplete quotes.
A fragmentary column recalls a Walter Winchell style broadcast detailing a misheard or playful description of Christmas figures. It mentions a performer named Meriston and Bob Burke, with chatter about a Santa Claus impersonation and a Riverside or West place, ending with notes on teeth and a warning about a prank.
A man protesting a hat ban disrupted Friday night events on Concho Street as Three Rivers secured a win. The incident led to hospital attention for an injured spectator or participant while authorities investigated the disturbance.
Henman G. Wooll, dist gut com mander of the American Legion, announced that all San Antonio posts will be represented at the dedication in Russia at the American Legion Memorial on the Texas University. Governor Alfred will be principal speaker.
Architects plan to beautify the South St Mary's street underpass by installing 16 small Gupiés of Saticase, featuring the mission's famed Rose window Mee Unis, as decorative elements.
A report from Sar Antonlon notes burglars focused on clothing during a Friday nighttime break in at OK Tavern. Suspects described as two men, one wearing a bonnet, fled toward Sabarigy. Police seek witnesses.
A disastrous crash east of a Neve party claimed six National Guardsmen from Steckten and nearby towns. Names listed include Gail Bar Dare Towler and Alan Dee Dyoy among the victims, with others identified as J. R Collins and Ray A Garmird. Local memorials and police investigations are underway.
Three motorists were injured when their vehicles crashed into parked cars on Friday night. Pat Paxton and Winifred Wrinileword were treated at Robert Green Hospital for cuts and bruises after their bikes collided with a parked auto at multiple intersections. Clayton Hunley suffered a severe laceration when his vehicle struck a parked machine at Laredo and San Marcos, spinning into a pole, with aid provided at the same hospital.
A damaged OCR item reports a theft at Grockett Hotel on Floits Street, with five sample cases taken and $130 in value. Shoes and cases were found abandoned Saturday morning in a nearby alley near Maln Arcnt.
A city street sweeper, Reyna, was near 035 Nos Morns Street when a shooting occurred at South Alwne and Smith. Police recovered a bullet fragment, and witnesses reported a male suspect fleeing in a Newbury bulldog. No one else was harmed.
In a terse note from the campaign period, forces aligned with the Gavornde War backing hold Boekter sam retreat as Mead pivots to support Tig miles Tony. The statement signals shifting alliances and potential realignments ahead of critical votes.
Fragmentary OCR text references 42 cases before the U S. jury party live and trial dates. Content is garbled with missing names dates and actions, preventing a coherent full-item summary.
A fragmented report describes a scene near North Calaveras Street involving a Moon-Gazer and a person known as Mayner, with references to an 18 dollar amount and a walking route on East Houston Street. The account notes a stranger and a lady admiring a hill view, and mentions attention drawn to a passerby in an unclear event.
W F W initiates six new members including BT Wernelle and Molar Draysport patriarch No 649, with titles described among peers. The ceremony occurs amid mentions of Canines Mack Stark and G Ford, with other names and roles noted in unclear text.
A fragmented editorial fragment discusses recession risk and policy worries. It mentions inflation deflation dynamics, social programs, and prospects for prosperity amid political and economic pressure. The piece references legislative actions and market concerns shaping near term outlook.
A local incident ends with a puzzling windfall left behind by a prowler. Neighbors report a mysterious visitor fleeing the scene, abandoning clothing and items, with few clear details available about the culprit or exact location.
A garbled notice recalls local personalities in San Antonio. It names Weelly Raothinh as a notable figure and mentions the Gintey hotel and Mrs Nes as creators of a project titled Hors, with unclear details about the deeds or roles involved.
An unclear fragment describes Gunter guests, an artist named Worth or Warth, inspired by Swiss traditions and San Antonio. It mentions a Friday night exhibition at a Loyal Order of destors event with a cake presentation, but many words are garbled and names are uncertain.
A local crime report details a burglary and theft involving a raw milk operation and multiple suspects. Items such as a $2.39 price and a $2.60 value are noted, with references to individuals and locations in the San Antonio area. The article mentions shop and residence thefts, a tool or machine, and suspects in connection with the incident.
A bandit raided three Gulf stations within an hour on Saturday, netting about 200 dollars before fleeing. Victims Wilton Robertson Josephine Grayson A. T. Grayson and J. J. White reported the holdups. A second suspect was heard by one clerk as a second man was driven away. The thief used a revolver and warned victims not to report the crimes. Police pursued the getaway car but the bandit escaped.
A verdict was returned in the case of Martino Reyris of Wit, Michigan, who died after a dispute at 430 West Holston Street. The deceased, described as a stand owner, collapsed from natural causes following a confrontation with Peace O. L. Wiley. The record notes a stray amount of 101 Dele enna Street as part of the proceedings.
Ignacio Ramires reported a theft where his car was stripped of tires and accessories on Fouth Pocls street Saturday. The suspect damaged the battery and wheels, with the vehicle later recovered. Police noted the incident occurred near Pecos and Commences streets.
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