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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1937

Page

12

Teachers Parade Poisoned by Salary Drive on School Board Slate

Questionnaires circulated Friday among teachers seeking support for a school board slate. The mailed forms asked about salary restoration, campaign contributions, and willingness to name potential treasurers. Questions also probed views on administrators’ credentials, teacher ratings, and changes to school funding and governance.

Zcnool H.R Alberk Tancher's Ayiewor Caunedl eCyynel Teachers' Council Degiles

Os Clash Beats Victim in Sag Artonia Robbery Night

Police report details a violent street robbery and multiple assaults. Ozzie Wilson, robbed of 7.50 at Tidy, was slashed and treated at Roberts Green hospital after the attack. Tony Contreras and Patick Polit were later identified as robbers, aided by five assailants, with victims Flores and Lubhoe also targeted on Francisco Street.

Sag Artonia Ultvette Ozzie Wilson Main Avenue Chaiffeus McCanish Ktagnolla Eosin Bane Mrsean Mackers Flores Lubhoe Flores Street Lubrock Street York

New Year Customs Abandoned in Port Sty Houstop

Fragmentary report notes a change or abandonment of a local New Year custom in Port Sty Houstop. Text is garbled with officer mentions and a January timeframe, but specifics are unclear and names are unreadable.

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Two Join Suit Against Liquor Company Over Debts

The Ame Liquor Company of Howton faces a federal bankruptcy suit with Max Growning and Sir Antonio Ijop named as dealers. Powell Jackson and Bally Writers are listed among creditors, alleging debts of 893.60 and 497 223 dollars. Original involuntary petition was filed November 15.

Liquor Company Paricoes Ame Liquor Company of Howton Max Growning Antonio Ijop Powell-Jackson Bally Fruit Industries

New Year Celebrations Townwide With Music and Dances

City notices describe New Year events across multiple venues in Gables Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. A floor show, favors, horns, and dance bands are featured with reservations encouraged. Performances include Gene Dov and a local band lineup at New Year Eve celebrations.

Boan- MM Caml Gables Fredericksburg St. Helwig Jaen Redfom

New Year Turkeys and Dance Events Across Town

Turkeys Higher on New Year Mart. A long list of social events, dances, and fairs fills the town calendar around New Year. References to chairs from trucks, police, and community figures mark a busy holiday period with plans in San Antonia and nearby halls.

Two Under Bond in Bogus Coin Probe

In a Santa Rosa district case, Pattee Riley of Oklahoma and Mrs. Bam Hint of Arkansas were held on bonds of 730 pending grand jury charges. The investigation focused on forged coin molds and the alleged creation of counterfeit currency. Richard Gayiller of Hea 0 police suspect involvement, with evidence pointing to a hotel scene on Malanimas Road.

Pattee Riley Oklaloma Bam Hint Arkiorras Hess Vocklinl Gale Spina Gamphell Richard B. Gayiller Richard B. Gayiller Nf Hea 0Pliceel Mutter Gaan Witigas Fallawes Deecepher Ina Malanimas Rd Santa Rosa

Fragmentary Market Note Mentions Sugar Coffee Prices

A partial OCR reads vague lines about sugar and coffee markets, with stray names and phrases. The text is unreadable in places but hints at commodity mentions and vendor notes without clear figures or dates.

Churches Herald New Year Observances Across City

Local churches plan diverse New Year services and programs on New Year’s Eve and Day. Fort Sam Houston station hospital chaplain announces candlelight and praise services ending at midnight. Beacons of faith from Lutheran and Methodist congregations host sermons and midnight watch, with Rev. Falkenberg and Rev. Walsh among speakers.

St. Modeling Chapel Fort Sam Houston Station Hospital Andy William J. Walsh

Bob Gains Advantage in Steel

New York dispatch reports confusion over steel price changes as of December 11. The piece, quoting New Jersey observers, notes U S steel costs rose in 1937 compared with 1936 while steel scrap and raw material prices also increased.

Bob Presser Na Sconamags New York University Vatiedal New York Alowers Jerzey Jackeson Lee

Grain Market Notes from Chicago and San Antonio Events

Wheat prices fluctuated in Chicago as December futures faced shifts from Liverpool bids while North American exports showed demand. San Antonio market reports listed prices for corn, wheat, oats, and hay, reflecting regional pricing and grain trade activity.

I Hincago Chicago Liverpool Warmicy Liveryant New York North Elinent Altogather Europe

New Year Religious Services Across Local Churches

A schedule of New Year observances includes a banquet and midnight services at St Pauls Lutheran Church with Rev A O Rash preaching on Another Acceptable Year. New Year worship occurs at Trinity Spanish Lutheran and High and Fork Lutheran churches with late night and early morning rites. Abour Savior Spanish Lutheran holds morning services led by Rev D G Texidor. A church wide New Year Eve party begins at 8 pm at Government Hill Methodist, ending with a holy communion. St Pauls Episcopal elect to observe communion at 9 am Saturday. Evangelical Community Church hosts a Happy New Year sermon by Rev W H Aubert at 10 45 am. Saint Maverick Building services run at 11 am Saturday led by Rev Macy Myles.

Aieenti St Paul's Lutheran Hurch A.O. Rash Trinity Spanish Lutheran Church High and Fork Lutheran Church Spanish Lutheran Church D. G. Texidor Conauer Saturda Bop W. H. Aubert Evankelical Community Church

Obituary for Mrs Mary Owns of Sir Antonio area

Mary Owns 92 of Bea den avenue died Wednesday after a long illness. She was native of Wayonka Oklahoma and lived in Sir Abtohio the past 41 years. Survived by sons James Owensons Bobbie Tonealy Chartes Owns dinigh ters Dorothy Nouna Owen at Sir Antonio and late David By Meck. Brothers Everet Lannie Meek Vinita Oklahoma Virgil Moss Canwran Jo Meek New Amber Oklahoma Sisters Mrs Margie Wigit San Antonio. Body sent to Vintts for determination following services by W P Carnnehag.

Mary Beaden Avenue Dind Wayonka Okla Sir Abtohio James Owensons Bobbie Tonealy Chartes Dinighters Dorothy Nouna Owen Sir Antonio David Meck Everet Lannie Meek Vinita Ola Virgil Moss Canwran Jo ‘Meek Amber Ofla

Obituary Notices From Virginia and New York Deaths

Multiple obituaries detail survivors and service information for Natives of Germany and local residents in Virginia Lavernia and Beaumont Texas. Included are Mineral and community figures with funeral rites at Grace Nazarene, Lavernia Lutheran, and Beaumont churches.

Unclear Source Fragment Highlights Winter Update

A fragmented AP style snippet mentions winter conditions and a Danubian Se Ved event with Austimyjan Ts Stuer and Mitch Tab, dated December 4 with a numeric figure 4.00 U2. The text is garbled and readable facts are minimal. Entities include Danubian Se Ved and Mitch Tab, but details are uncertain.

Swhoon Wanawa Wenrodl der. i Mr .Ananka Stuer Mitch Tab Flange

Cotton Market Mixed as Prices Pulse in New Orleans Trade

New Orleans reports show varied cotton futures with buyers hesitating amid uncertain demand. Market roundups note fluctuating prices, some futures rising while others slip, reflecting a cautious trading environment as merchants monitor export prospects and domestic demand trends.

Engineer Stabber Attack Near Court House In San Antonio

A civil engineer M Wy Kricueo of 414 West Hollywood Avenue and employed by Terrell Bartlett Engineers was stabbed in the back near a county courthouse in San Antonio. He said a Mexican assailant crept up behind him at 10 PM, the attacker fled after the engineer swung, but the wound could have been fatal if two inches lower. Paramedics report the blade entered just above the left hip and he walked to Medical and Surgical Hospital for care.

M. Wy Kricueo Bexar County Krause West Hollywood Avenue Terrell Bartlett Engineers Medical and Surgical Hospital Beregeant D. E. Kelly Yi Shay Rudd Reavis

San Antonio Livestock Market Report Shows Quiet Trade

Receipts large with mixed cattle and hog demand, prices mixed. Sows and slaughter cattle steady to higher, calves and light weights selling unevenly, with some lots discounted while others hold. Trade described as slow with buyers cautious. far more cattle priced and ready for Monday sale.

San Antonio Federatestate Market News Service Hoss Sone Gale Naw

Demo Committee to Meet in Austin and Dallas Dinner

The state Democratic committees plan a meeting in Austin with Myron G. Binlock Black as host. Dallas delegates are invited to attend the Jackson Day dinner that night, signaling coordinated party activities and outreach across cities.

Austin Austin Dor UIS Dallas Wits Chama Myron G. Binlock Bialack Wii Come Milkeemen Ab

Poultry and Produce Prices in New York and Chicago Markets

Fragmented OCR listing poultry and produce prices from New York and Chicago markets with numerous brand names, quantities, and price hints. Mentions Idaho potatoes, various stocks, and regional receipts, indicating market reports and commodity pricing alongside distributors and retailers.

Dollar Markets and Market Turmoil Across U S Cities

Fragmentary OCR text hints at chaotic market chatter in New York and other hubs, mentioning price shifts, reserves, and unsettled trading. References to currency, inflation, and financial strain surface without clear events or dates.

Stray Cow Triggers Sacramento City Tangle

In Sacramento California Tevendge Hartman of Vallejo struck a stray cow causing Mrs Hathorn to sprain a leg. The auto was wrecked and a nearby bus tipped partially off the Sacramento river levee. Ten passengers were shaken as the vehicle teetered near the edge.

Sacramento Calif Mie J. Hartman Vallejo Hathorn Accramento

Insurance Plan for All Trinity College Students

The text describes a student accident plan at Trinity College Hartford offering coverage for injuries on or off campus. It outlines that medical expenses up to a limit of $45 per injury are covered with taxes reimbursed, dental limits to $5, and a contingent amount of $15 annually. The wording is garbled but indicates compulsory participation and plan details.

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IFDR Urges Revision of Receiver System

President Roosevelt urged extensive revision of the receivership process both federal and state speaking at a press conference. He was asked if the new house program would be helped by the expense of forceful proceedings.

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