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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1939

Page

2

Child Arrives Mother Works In Oklahoma City

In Oklahoma City a mother who delivered her own child without help dressed and cleaned her house before a health nurse found her. Mrs Grippaundo, mother of seven, said she felt no need for a doctor. The story notes she and her labor were observed during a quiet, early December morning as she prepared for a busy day with other children and caregiving duties.

Forlahoma City Hasilla Grippaundo Mirs Tris Halden Grippaimdo

Hollywood Bowl Treasure Dig Ends In Water Found

Hopes of Henry Jones and Ray Johnson to locate an ancient Spanish treasure under the Hollywood bowl ended as they struck water at 35 feet. They had sought permission to dig using electric gold detectors, hoping to locate a treasure valued at about $290,000 buried years ago by friends of Benita Juarez, the Mexican liberator.

Henry Jones Ray Johnson Hollywood Bowl Grey Jones Johnson Benita Juarez

Newsboy Proud of His Own Story

A Richmond newsboy, deaf and mute, excitedly signaled for attention as he rushed in to report a street robbery at a filling station. Police arrived and gathered testimony from bystanders while the paper sought the first hand account of the incident.

Richmond Dec Jon Adrianski

Alamo Plaza Through Sixty Years Of San Antonio History

A fragmented nostalgic account traces Alamo Plaza as a civic and entertainment hub from the 1830s to late 1800s, describing street life, commerce, bandstands, and nearby buildings, with mention of Crockett Street and St. Joseph’s tower as landmarks amid changing streetscapes.

San Antonio Alamo Nra Alamo Plaza Texas Alamo Park St. Joseph's Church Ménger & Hotel Hugo and Sehmeltzer Plaay Grand Opera Apure Wan Crockett Street Lp 1300

Legion 10 Gives Yule Baskets to San Antonio Families

Preparations were completed by Harry M. Wuvabady Post No. 256, American Legion, to distribute more than 100 Christmas baskets to needy families in San Antonio. A committee led by George A. Moeller will oversee distribution, with Stanley Tinkle Henry Wiener George Robbins and John Salaccino also serving.

Harry M. Wuvabady American Legion Sank Antonia Stanley ‘Tinkle Henry B. Wiener George Robbins John Salaccino George A. Moeller

Merin Ouspenskaya Opens With Dramatic Debut

Merin Ouspenskaya delivers a striking opening scene in a new motion picture, with audiences noting her long-time presence and a powerful contrast to her onstage rival. The performance highlights her enduring screen presence amid a fresh production.

Merin Ouspenskaya Stegetright

Baylor Chimes Begin Sounding Christmas Suite Tonight

Baylor University prepares to unveil the newly installed chimes in Pat Neff Hall funded by Cullen F. Thomas of Dallas. Mrs. Thomas will ring the first notes as signals start from two locations, with a brass band and student body anticipation of about 5000 attendees at the Christmas service.

WACG Baylor University Genera Pat Neff Cullen FF. Thomas Dallas Signalo

1700 Sought In Air Schools

Opportunity for 1200 young men between 20 and 26 to become pilots in the air corps will be open during February, March and April, according to Eighth Corps area headquarters. Civilian flying schools will start training at nine civilian elementary schools after primary instruction. Applicants may apply at the nearest examining board or War Department offices. Boards are at Randolph Field, Post Field, Fort Sill, Van Deaumont General Hospital El Paso, and Lawson Field Denver.

Pebrusky Eighth Corps Srmy War Department Ran‘dolpt Field Post Field Fort Sill Okla van Deaumont General Hospital Paso Lawry Field Detixer

Deep Sea Scouts Seek Charter in Savannah

Deep Sea Scouts of Savannah apply for a charter from the national headquarters in Washington. A preliminary meeting with 20 experienced organizers elected officers led by Commodore George J. Brittle.

Deep Sea Scouts Savannah INS Tate Washington George J. Brilt

Wile Sues Over Forced Hobo Life NAVADA Case

Nevada court records show a man sued for divorce from his wife claiming she forced him into a permanent life on the road. The suit alleges coercive control and an alleged travel habit tied to his claim of a strained marriage.

Je Onan

Gotten Strike Threats Reported Near San Francisco

Reports from San Francisco describe initial threats and intimidation as Code growers and pickets intensified during the senatorial investigation. A caravan of laborers demanded field work access while officials cited arrests and a witnessed threat against a prominent worker as deputies escorted him from town.

San Francisco LaFolléute Civil Vierties Committee Madera Plckets Strikff Bherri W. O Justice Josaply eKro Workers’ Alliance WPA Gad Athena

Tuberculosis War Planned by San Antonio Doctors

An organization to combat tuberculosis in Bexar County has been founded Thursday by prominent San Antonio physicians and surgeons. Under the Eye of the Alamo The Real Control association and Dr Kerth were named officers with the drive to curb the countywide plague. the group formed at a Woodmen of the World Memorial hospital.

Bexar Vaunty San Antonio Alamo

Tank Unit Ordered to War Maneuvers

Army plans war maneuvers for a tank unit moving to Fort Benning and Fort Sam Houston. Details for the movement were to start January 3, with the corps maneuvers to be held in the late winter and early spring. The 49 massing tanks were to join after civilian operations, per the War Department plan.

Fort Benning Fort Sam Houston Janu- Fort Benning Joi Ananeuy Vers

Brother Named by Victim of Stabbing

A 93 year old man identified as Harry Davis of 728 South Walter Street was stabbed in the alley side area after a tavern argument in the 500 block of East Commerce Street. He told police his brother wounded him and received treatment.

Harry Davis Walter's Street O Tavern East Commerce Street

Lost Dog Howls at Wrong Place

A small dog on a Thursday wandered to the city Mall and began loud howling over its minority status. City workers ignored the plaintive cries as the mutt wandered outside, then was taken to the pound after a misstep. He realizes a committee might have helped.

Catehur

Beer Wire License Canceled in City Notice

The leer and wife permit held by Bartolo Sanckies, operator of Sarichez's place at 1222 Tampico Street, was canceled by State Liquor Administrator Wert Ford. Gus Brown, district supervisor of the central board, announced the action on Thursday, citing Sanchez’s noncitizenship.

Bartolo Sanckies Tampico Street Wert Ford Gus Brown Squor ‘Central Board Brown Sanchez United States

Jeffs Year Book Awarded Plaque At Texas High School

Jeff’s year book The Manderlin from Thomas Jefferson High School was awarded a plaque by the Texas Help School Press association. The award honors his fourth straight year with Mrs. E W Weaver as sponsor. editors Carl Holnschuher and Elizabeth Hammer are named. Desirable rental property advertised and ad lines request Light Wants Ads, dial F-1231.

Jeff Manderlin Thomas Jefferson High Texas Helph School Press Association E.W. Weaver Anl Carl Holnschuher Elizabeth Hammer Wee

City of Mexico to Resume Luxury Train Service

Mexico City reports that the luxury passenger train City of Mexico between Mexico City and St. Louis, Missouri will be reestablished after services were halted due to a decline in American tourist travel caused by extraneous factors. The decision aims to restore tourist traffic and revive cross border rail links.

Mexico-St. ‘Louis Mexico Dell United States City of Mexico St. Loui

Plea Guilty On Game Charge Sets Fine In 1938 Case

B. T. Layton of Rackberry Street New Braunfels was fined $100 by Justice Raymond Gerhardt after admitting to a game charge and purchasing a hunting licence within a year following conviction on November 22 1938.

B. T. Layton Rackberry Street Justice of the Peace Raymond Gerhardt Layton New Braunfels

The Light Now for Watt Ad Results Dial

An advertising report highlights Watt’s latest campaign, praising the new dial device and its impact on consumer response. The feature notes increased visibility, stronger brand recall, and improved sales indicators across key markets.

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