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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1941
Page
11
A fragmented San Antonio column highlights diverse figures from aviation to entertainment. Danny Ram, famed racer turned mechanic, returns amid lore of inventions and Hawaii visits. A revival of a barbershop quartet and a future-vision catalogue pitch add local color to a mosaic article.
A garbled passage lists WPA workers in a catalog and references various local names and scenes. It mentions Randolph, North San Antonio, Virginia McKinney, Dox Fischer, and Toking Warmack among civic and artistic figures with scattered items like a theater appearance and music connections.
Orphan theater lots tried portable offices after ordinances blocked permanent structures. OLeary family adopted a gold and silver portable box office for their attendant, staying usable through rain and heat. The bright setup waned but remains in use for now.
Mrs Weseman reported her purse stolen at the Robert B. Lee hotel after her husband had just left the cafe. A youth snatched the bag containing 200 dollars and 400 in traveler’s checks and escaped on Houston street.
A former San Antonio resident Catherine Alexander Hail was honored during Baylor University's ninety sixth anniversary celebration in Waco. A dormitory for girls was dedicated on the campus and named in her honor by Mrs Catherine Alexander wife of the late W Alexander of San Antonio. She had served as a matron in another dormitory and recently relocated from San Antonio.
District commander Ed Tied of San Angelo announces Twentieth district convening Tuesday at 6 7 at Elkselab. Delegations from posts in surrounding towns expected to attend as the legion outlines its program and regional defense efforts.
Arthur Baer laments economic cycles and wartime spurts as he riffs on inflation and future prosperity. He mocks public optimism, recalls past eras, and warns of a cooling trend while humorously imagining a stubborn, thirsty public.
The Historical Book of Press Texas by Rev Joseph W Lehrke of St Marys University belongs to the regular edition. Ben Antonis publishers released a special edition detailing Texas republic efforts to join the family of nations and relations with the United States England France Mexico Spain the Netherlands and more.
The city to widen Frio City Road from Laredo Street to city limits under a WPA agreement. The project, requested by army officials and workers at Duncan and Kelly fields, costs about $100,000 with city funding to be determined. Street department funds are exhausted. park funds not allocated. Road width will vary from 36 to 45 feet per plans.
Hattie May Jones of 12% West Woodlane reported a knife slash on her left arm at Robert B Green hospital after a tavern attack in the 400 block of West Commerce. Dora Mae Nixon, 002 Blue Bonnet street, said a man attacked her while entering her Cay in front of her home, punching her and stealing $1.15 and a ring of midterm value.
Randolph Field Sergeant Miller received a letter of appreciation from Ensign Hubert B. Lee for aiding an emergency engine failure near the Arizona desert. Miller ferried toward San Antonio when the aircraft landed with a sputtering engine near a highway. he promptly regained power, enabling a safe return and rescue of the crew.
The Gonzales Production Credit Association with about 60 members from Texas and nearby counties meets at Burbank Vocational High School Saturday from 9 45 a m to 3 p m Officers report loan totals for seven years and the organization’s reserves rise to about 48 703 December 2944 Speakers include L Ray Prescott and TP Linddie Je with election of Gordon Be Douglas and J W Gu ee to the board.
North Hadliberty and Centre streets host the Tine Arts Club as they present a mystery drama titled Death ts thr In valid. The event funds the organization’s dramatic-educational program.
A child riding with parents near San Antonio lost consciousness after a tire blowout on the Corps Christ highway. While repairs were made, the infant was found unresponsive in the rear of the car but revived with artificial respiration by a bystander at the scene.
Mayor Maury Maverick announced a plan to cover San Antonio Hay Market with a metal shelter at a cost between 59000 and 75000 dollars. He said the project could be matched by 150000 dollars from the federal government and would protect perishable vegetables, reducing WPA involvement.
Peter J. Hill a chemistry professor at St Marys University will speak on Chemistry in the Fight Against Disease. The talk is hosted by the Scientific Society in the Stevens Building 123 West Commerce Street with Harry A. Berry chairing the program.
Castroville man Hart in car crash on Castroville road Sunday. B. C. Virgas of Gastroville, Monday was recovering from injuries when his car overturned. he received treatment at Robert B. Green Hospital for head injuries.
Norman Sakavig, renowned as one of the world’s fastest typists, was set to give a demonstration Monday at 1 20 p m at Central Catholic High School. Attending would be representatives from Incarnate Word College Ursuline Academy and St Gerard’s School.
A San Antonio jewelry store executive created a highly accurate miniature circus wagon replica. The maker, Scaperlanda, spent two and a half years rebuilding an old Ringling Brothers parade wagon, taking precise measurements and photos to ensure fidelity. He has also crafted other miniature circus wagons including a waning unreeled model.
Charles Vorkson, Leizery manufacturer, was treated in a Dating hospital Monday after a crash with Clint Thompson. Thompson completed a fight Sunday night following weather delays. Vorkson, hospitalized since January 16, suffers a brain abscess but showed improvement on arrival. He travels with nurse Mrs. Weckson and son Sterling D. by auto.
Amid shifting city politics, precinct workers publicly back Street Commissioner Paul B. Stettler for reelection. Don details suggest possible collaboration with Mayor Maury Maverick or Fusion forces, while other candidates like Al Buchanan and Gus Mausimannn loom as uncertain factors. The piece notes a municipal airport project controversy and campaign timing around the election.
Merchandise valued at 100 dollars stolen from Loew Drug Company warehouse at 106 Westhouston Street by burglars. Report filed Monday by J P Hawits, a slave employee, noting missing zipper bags cigars and cigarettes. Entry gained through a third Naor zeny window next to a fre escape. Jimmy Garcia, asleep in the building, heard a noise but nothing suspicious found. Burglary occurred early Sunday. Theft of two novelty rings from a stand at Houston and Laredo Streets reported by Miss Angel Thornton. Raymond Warner reported 60 dollars missing from Prodiec row.
A. B. Woekey, professor at the University of San Antonio, spoke on The American Hope to Culture. A covered dish supper and a party are planned in the church educational building with events set for February 14 and a later date.
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