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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1933
Page
9
Witnesses described the urban scene around the plaza where a fire at a building caused flurry and smoke. Firefighters arrived with red apparatus, restrained the blaze, and onlookers continued about their activities while awaiting updates on the incident.
The article recalls 19th century San Antonio firefighting, noting precise drill and soldier like esprit. It cites fires from 1842 to the 1875 government warehouse blaze, describes No. 1 and No. 2 volunteer fire companies, their uniforms, and the dramatic bell-ringing and horse-drawn engines. It mentions Miltns engineer and early waterworks, plus notable fires at Alamo plaza, Commerce Street, and the vaudeville theater fire with Jock Harry.
The fragment recalls 1862 deaths and a later sale of a tavern area that became Elite cafe. A blaze in March 2 1892 followed by a string of fires started by a firebug. A constable named Anton Shapmaker allegedly helped uncover the crime, earning a medal after the penitentiary sentence.
J B Qoorga of 111 North Peeoa reported to detectives on Wednesday that he had been robbed two days earlier of a pair of tan shoes pants and a coat. He said he had difficulty recalling details and feared another seizure of clothes could come to police attention.
Frances H. Humphrey, librarian for 28 years, resigned accepted by the library board. effective May 31 amid a dispute over library finances. She cited strained budget, unpaid books totaling 12,900.38 purchased before the new fiscal year, and asked resignation to take effect after May 9 to finish tasks and seek another position.
Tax Commissioner Frank Hi Bushick learned of his mother Mrs A B Privor 82 death at her Del Rio home and headed there for the funeral. Mrs Prior a Bee county native had remarried and lived in El Dorado and Del Rio. Bushick is the sole surviving child. The husband is 45 and also survived.
Delfina Rodri gues 18 of McCulough avenue and Kilne Street was reported in serious condition at Robert B. Green Hospital after her dress caught fire while starting a kitchen stove. Relatives smothered flames with blankets, saving her life. Benton Rodyiyung, 712 North Fria Street, remained in recovery Wednesday from severe burns suffered Tuesday when he fell into smoldering trash in his backyard.
Prisoner Harry McDevitt, freed by a commissioner, sought release by renouncing his share in his mother's estate. He had served AO days in jail and argued his sister’s will and estate reduced his entitlement to relief, claiming McDevitt received only 68 worth of property. The case centers on whether others with greater estates are eligible for release.
U S District Clerk Hart, in Austin to assist with the regular term, says the work of Wadge and McMillan likely won’t be finished until week’s end. The observer noted Hart’s front line role in the federal court operations during relocation.
Behemesry, noted orchestra leader and cornetist, met in San Antonio Wednesday with chamber of commerce officials and music patrons to plan a major concert by his orchestra in the South this year.
Detectives probe a second severe beating of Mrs. Irwin at her home on West Lallwood Avenue within two weeks. An unknown assailant, possibly the same man who assaulted her January 24, struck her again while she fed the family dog Seaner, leaving her unconscious and questioning her memory as relatives dined nearby. The ransacked house yielded about $25. Police note the dog vanished, suggesting the attacker may have harmed it to avoid detection. Mrs. Irwin, shaken and incoherent, told investigators of a demanded ring before the assault. The family, including husband and two children, were present in the dining room during the Tuesday attack.
The San Antonio Advertising club approved a code of ethics pledging honesty and integrity in advertising to avoid misrepresentation and indecency. The code aims to promote constructive competition for consumer benefit and efficiency through better service and knowledge, with adoption noted earlier in the year.
In County Court at Law No 1 Judge McCollum Burnett convicted two of three men from a January 8 drinking party for assaulting a third party. Abraham Gutierrez was fined 25 dollars for aggravated assault on Policarpia Casnez, and Andres Rodrigues was fined eight dollars for simple assault. Casarez testified the trio argued over throwing rocks at a house, leading to a fight in which Gutierrez cut Casarez with a knife while Rodrigues restrained him. The three admitted they had been drinking but disputed the extent of their involvement.
Thieves broke into the Pearsall auto concern display room and stole a 143 Chevrolet coupe. Investigators pursue suspects heading toward San Antonio after the incident on a Wednesday.
A petition backed by the Olive Advancement League urged city and county officials to give employment preference to Saintly Honda instead of independents, advocating aid to heads of families.
An agreed order in the 57th district court settled Miss Antonietta Garcia versus the Brenners of San Antonio. Miss Garcia alleges the Brenners whipped her with a quirt and slapped her in a Soledad street store. attorney S. Engle Xing claimed half interest and demanded that any agreement meet his satisfaction. The judge approved the documents as presented, with unclear disclosure of any payment to Garcia.
A year-old Mexican man, possibly visiting from Monterrey, wrecked a taxicab and battered a glass door at a chain grocery. He was injured, bleeding, and taken to Robert B. Green hospital for evaluation as police investigate the incident.
Two San Antonio ministers, the Rev. Edgar Hubbard of Denver Boulevard Presbyterian Church and Dr. Ivan T. Jones of Madison Square Presbyterian Church, will attend the Presbyterian men’s convention of Texas in Fort Worth on February 10. Dr. Jones is campaigning for Christian education in Texas, and the Rev. Hubbard serves as foreign missions chairman for the Texas synod. Hubbard, president of the Austin Presbyterial, will join the state synodical committee meeting paired with the men’s convention.
Deputy in charge of marriage licenses George W Huntress Jr reports 18 licenses issued by Wednesday while 294 marriage intentions were recorded. This reflects active marriage processing in San Antonini area as the city counts filings and licenses through the week.
Mrs T A Murray of San Sabs reported a purse lost in downtown San Antonio containing jewelry valued at 1000 dollars. The items included two diamond rings, a locket, and a platinum watch with diamonds. The incident was reported to a detective on a Wednesday.
Maury Maverick, in Austin, presented a resolution to the state legislature seeking to revise the poll tax law. He argues current laws bar many citizens from voting and urged free registration like in other states, noting about 15,000 poll taxes were sold in Bexar County this year.
Glayton, head of Anderson-Clayton company and Houston broker, named chairman of the Texas World Fair commission by Porter A. Whaley after D. C. Kenedy’s resignation. Whaley reports Ferguson and ex-Governor Ferguson support direct appropriations for the Chicago exhibition. others align with press plans.
Delinquent taxpayers in the Alamo Heights Independent School District will avoid interest and penalties on taxes if payments are made between now and April 90, per an announcement by Pred PF. Doyle, president of the board. The board passed a resolution suspending penalties and interest through that date.
A geyser of hot steam scorched Bart Soils aged 23 at 317 Nori San Sebo street when he removed a radiator cap Wednesday morning. He received emergency treatment at Robert H. Green Hospital.
A two year old, Roosevelt Deckard, at 218 Shorthall Street, Waumale, received burns after accidentally spilling lye on his hand and throwing the liquid into a pit. He was brought to the hospital for treatment.
Texas and Oklahoma join a new Independent radio network, KTSA San Antonio included, with inaugural program at 7 p m Thursday. The Southwest Broadcasting company will retain CBS connections via nine stations and feature Maurice and his orchestra in a nightly dance music program. Texas officials, ex governor Ferguson, attorney general Berry King, and other leaders will be heard, as J E Munn of the Pasta Telegraph-Cable company formalizes connections and the Texas Christian University band salutes Texas and Oklahoma colleges.
Members of Limie clubs from New Braunfels Hat laniale and Fredericksburg will attend a Lions meeting in the Menger hotel ballroom at 7 30 pm Wednesday Bar aey Bedaraky says. Rev Charles Nixon governor of the district and Max Stehring group chairman will report. NH Hy Ochs San Antonio chaplain will preside with entertainment by Mrs Arthur BE Biard and radio artists from Station KONO directed by H Twin Baum.
West coast hotel greeters will pause in San Antonio on June 17 during their route to Tonlaville Kentucky. Jack White of the Plaza Hotel, president of the Texas Hotel Association, outlines conventions to be held from June 12 to 22.
Cadovi of 414 Teelagela Street in Wil suffered a dislocated jaw after a wide yawn prank gone wrong on Wednesday. Attendants at the Rotet & Green hospital treated him, with care noted for his condition.
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