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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1936

Page

5

Safety campaign drives San Antonio drivers to pledge sane driving

World War veterans join a police backed safety drive urging drivers to curb speeding and reckless behavior. Leaders from the American Legion and local chauffeur groups promote warnings against smoking and unsafe maneuvers, asking residents to mail stamped self addressed envelopes to receive safety cards and windshield stickers.

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G Man Hired to Hide Mystery Film Secret Amid Hollywood Rumors

A flurry of Hollywood chatter centers on David Selznick and Joseph Dunn guarding a mystery drama tied to Oliver and Gayety, with plans for a big Melodrama reunion and speculation over Charlie Chaplin’s New York premiere.

G-Man Louella Parsons Cation Kiltar Universal Rervice Talyerkal Los Angeles Commie David G. Selzuvy Stas Joseph E. FP. Dunn Sian Califorda Olver H. P. Gatyetu David Tiie Gareth Ronald Golan

Mrs Vanderbilt's Belongings Sold at Auction in New York

The belongings of Mrs Gloria Vanderbilt drew buyers at a yellow sale in New York today amid domestic difficulties and loss of custody of her child. The sale featured an elaborate bedroom suite, carved lacquered sofas and chairs, a bronze bust of Reginald Vanderbilt, and numerous trophies from Vanderbilt horse show successes.

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Blumenfeld named as Liggett slayer in court

In Minneapolis on February 1 the trial slate adjourned until Monday as Walter Liggett’s slaying on December 9 at The Mid- Way American is heard. Witnesses identified Blumenfeld as the killer and Bierenfeld ex bootlegger faces the charge with Kid Caun title noted. Justice and crime reporting tone defines the case.

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Two Weddings in Hollywood

Hollywood editor reports two social marriage notices dated February listing Steefen Lee Moody and James C Hermann with Polly son Youne among the vows. Recalls planned ceremonies and attendees, with notes on families and future plans.

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Farm Plan Debate Seen From Peek Remarks

Washington, Feb 1. George N. Feek, former AAA administrator and adviser to Roosevelt, attacked parts of a new farm relief bill and questioned its motives. He said the plan aims to continue price supports and subsidies, while masking aims to preserve farm purchasing power and stabilize supplies, potentially evading Supreme Court restrictions.

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Horse Opera Elevated in Films By Pantages and Others

A lively, opinionated take on the emergence of color Westerns from major studios and star power. Notes MGM contracts, Clittoy Webbing, and star fashion as color shifts influence careers and film plans. Mentions Paulette Goddard, Anita Page, Chaplin, and upcoming screen rights for Jumbo.

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Strike Me Pink Plays Here at Majestic Theater

Eddie Cantor headlines the midnight show Strike Me Pink at the Majestic Theater Saturday night at 11 30 pm. He is supported by Ethel Merman Sally Bilers Parkyakarkus and more, with Cantor cast as a timid gaspar milquetoast who becomes Dreamland Amusement Park manager and tangled with criminals as plot unfolds.

Eddie Cantor Majestic Theater Ethel Mermay Sally Bilers Parkyakarkus Eddie Gaspar Milquetoast Ethel Merwan Dreamland Amusement Park Super Miss Merman Dally Ellers William Frawley

Sundatania Safety Pledge Aims to Guard 1935 Streets

In 1935 the Safety Pledge initiative seeks to curb hazards for drivers and pedestrians by urging wide pledges from citizens. The campaign targets safer behavior in San Ar tanto Light areas, promoting caution and public responsibility.

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Baptist Official to Speak in San Antonio

A Baptist official from Gilad and a local church leader will address a San Antonio gathering at Proxymet Hall. The event aims to discuss community services and faith matters with attendees invited to participate.

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San Carlo Stars in Town at Texas Theatre

The San Carlo Opera Company arrives in San Antonio for two performances at the Texas Theatre under conductor Fortune Gala. An evening program includes Martha in English and a second act with Marie Butterfield in a billed aria, showcasing the company’s star performers.

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Convicted in Drake estate mail fraud case in Chicago

Federal jury found seven defendants guilty on multiple counts including mail fraud and conspiracy in the Drake estate case after nearly seven hours of deliberation. Names include Oscar Hartzell and Canfield of New York, Emil Roche of Madison, Jeep Hauber and Lester Obmart of Chicago, among others. defenses filed new motions as judge set further hearings. Minnie Hinz of Chicago indicted but unresolved.

Chigago Philip J. Sultan Sir Points Drake Ozcar Hartzell Canfield New York Emil R. Roche Madison Wis Jeep H. Hauber Lester &. Obmart Delaiee C. Short Cle Yant Chivago Gregory Wenstenee Wash Uber Minnie Hinz Chicago

Ohio Republicans Cooling on Borah

In Columbus on February, George H. Bender, president of the Ohio League of Republican Organizations, warned that Senator William Borah may back out of a Cleveland speaking engagement. He says Borah set them down and cannot be trusted in a presidential drive, noting Borah had previously canceled just as they were ready to advertise.

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Stolen Pistol and Tools Reported From Hewitt Produce

A theft report lists four pistols, tools, a flashlight, and $1 taken from Hewitt Produce, S14 Produce raw. Also stolen were $10 and clothing from a parked car belonging to Josephine Sheldon at 0 Brooklyn Avenue. Additional items include belongings from Charles Derry on South Pine, and BE H Dnike on South Flores Street.

Hewitt Produce Company S14 Josephine Sheldon Brooklyn Avenue Charles Derry South Pine Cigent BE. H. Dnike Flores Street John Wilton YMCA Team Auto

Oregon votes down pension sales tax in special election

A Portland special election failed to finance old age pensions as voters rejected a tax measure. The same vote also defeated a proposal enabling state actuaries to set their own salary scales, reflecting broad opposition to the listed reforms.

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Temperance speaker wraps series and church event set

Temperance speaker John Peachey of Aus- Ain will finish a series with 80 speaking points this Sunday at Paul Avenue Baptist Church. The announcement notes the event and details for attendees as well as related schedule.

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Elton Sings With Jepson on Radio

Met opera star Elton and Miss Jepson perform in the Victor Herbert operetta Rose of Algeria on radio. They recall past broadcasts of Manana and Irene while a busy schedule features the Wanamaker Mile and Millrose A A indoor carnival at Madison Square Garden with CBS network coverage of Bertrand Snell speaking on Extravagance in Government.

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Sermon Series on Neighbors Begins at Travis Park Church

A series of sermons on All Neighboring Friends will begin Sunday morning at Travis Park Methodist Church. Pastor J. Grady Timmons will lead with topics such as I Reverence My Neighbor and I Love My Neighbor. Dr. F. M. Freeman, presiding elder, will preach at the evening service.

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Adams to Direct Builders Exchange shakeup in San Antonio

The anointment of Phil W Adams as manager of the San Antonio Builders Exchange was announced Saturday by C. O. Sawtelle, President. Directory of the organization lists Houlinean, Strain, Ed G. K. de J. Ryan, Samuel Dean, A. Gallebury, T. J. Relleberg, Alex R. Thomas, Martin Baural, C. G. SawteHe, G. B. Prentins, Udo Haarmafin, J. BR Sutcliffe, S. Hennets, and Charles P. Parker.

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