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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1929

Page

13

Radio Distress Signal Caught By Amateur

An amateur radio operator catches a distress signal amid a tangle of abduction and family conflict. Mary Patricia Dawn Teets and aviator Guy Bijroth become entwined with William Arsee, while Tom Burns faces prison after a failed attempt to reclaim a job. Bryce, guardian of a widow’s savings, argues with his grandson missing, a ransom note vanishes, and suspicions fall on Guy as plots unfold across a perilous flight and a cliffside escape plan.

Mary Patricia Dawn Guy Bijroth William Arsee Tom Burns Pat Bryce Ferre Gus Byres Psi Guy Bite Hyco Hetra Julicn Re Deing Hitted Plateau Wat

Now Go On With The Story Chapter XLVII

A Williams town scene opens with Blake Winters enthralled by a radio broadcast at home. A mysterious SOS from Patricia Dawn promises $700 for the search for Larch in Dawn, prompting Blake to relay the message to a San Francisco station. Continued on page 6.

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Remembering vaudeville and minstrel days in Bristol

A reminiscence recalls Bristol's boundary street era when Virginia and Tennessee met and shows blended into a bustling scene. The account mentions a company dropped at Bristol and a festival tied to local theaters and roadside shops along main street.

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No Meat Left on . A. Turkey Bones

Local San Antonio waste department reports minimal turkey remnants after holiday rush. Garbage piles show little waste due to post Christmas handling and selective disposal practices.

Mystery in County Chicken Heist Shocks Town

Sheriff's department reports a theft of a whole chicken flock from a public fanciers event. Details unclear due to damaged text but authorities note missing birds and potential suspects. Local residents recall a similar incident last year and urge witnesses to come forward.

San Jose Chapel Opens January First

San Jose chapel construction progresses with completion aimed by noon on January 1. The structure is built of native stone and crowns the hilltop, designed by architect John Jackson, praised as a very beautiful Southern building.

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Winter fete planned by San Antonio women leaders

A luncheon and social in the St. Anthony hotel to honor Laurists from San Antonio is announced by Mrs. Alex Adams president. Attendees include Mayor C2 of Chamberbyre, Myron Wib Vinny, Dr. Charles Tt Hall and Maury Maverie president, among others. City Federation members plan readings and a village exhibit with community hosts and serving staff.

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Deer Reared by Bottle Given to City Zoo

A young milk bottle deer raised on a bottle is now at the city zoo. The keeper notes the animal, named Sullivan, has grown and is becoming difficult to manage in its current enclosure.

Bern Dolor Sullivan Mary's

Girl Burns Hand Firing Toy Cap Pistol

A girl sustained a burn on her hand after firing a toy cap pistol at a street event near Vision Quwon. She was treated at Robert J. Cree Hospital Friday after the mishap as the device discharged near her fingers.

Robert J. Cree Hospital

Adventurers Describe San Antonio Alamo Scene and Lore

A travelogue recounts visitors in San Antonio during the early eighties stopping at the Alamo. It notes locals’ pride in the Alamo and notes about historic sites, the cradle of Texas liberty, and the area around the Alamo including churches, la sueña saloon, the Alamo bakery, and the old firehouse.

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Alma Game Keeps Call to Memory Alive

A reader reflects on the Battle of the Alma and honors its memory. The note mentions a female voice and personal connection to the historical event, underscoring enduring interest in the confrontation.

Moving Cattle Faces Fine Under Texas Livestock Rules

A garbled report indicates cattle moving without permits was punishable by a fine. Inspectors from Texas and the federal Bureau of Animal Industry pursued charges in a case involvinginactive or unpermitted livestock movement and related regulatory violations.

Dae Sindainy Alneoosa Tinalda Anandine Tisas Tock Sanitare Inspector of Texas Frmie Bureau of Animal Industry

Valuable dogs reported taken in search by county sheriff

The sheriff department joined in a search for two stolen dogs. Spike is a Boston bulldog black and white, while Mex is a six month old German police puppy. The report lists the owner at 20% Valley Street and names R. oS. Tait.

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Songs and Dances at Pri Rien Meeting at Crystal Bell

The Pry Rien meeting at the Crystal Bell Yoof Tie Gunter hotel featured HoMiemo Riwantans and Wamuyig in a daisy themed performance with daices and a prow of daisy aungs. Clyde Johnsom was noted in attendance.

HoMiemo Riwantans

Classified Ad Section Help Wanted

An advertisement invites a young lady to assist in writing copy for The Sunday Light's big Classified Ad Section or for a representative to call. Ads close at 6 P.M. Saturday.

Sunday Light

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