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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1933
Page
7
The text sketches a chaotic scene mixing actors, soldiers, and a Boer War backdrop. A former English police officer, Barbet, and a newly arrived Trent with a swagger stick appear amid stage and military imagery. An orderly searches a room as an officer inspects, revealing uneasy tension and vague memories of war.
An anecdote recalls past health campaigns during a city plague outbreak. General Creel led sanitation drives, ordering rat killings and strict cleaning across districts. Inspectors moved through deteriorating tenements, culminating in a cautious, staged clean-up tour.
The fragment describes a chaotic incident where a man and his wife discover a calf in a room causing confusion. A neighbor explains the calf’s origin from a market encounter involving a child and a sequence of actions to hide or manage the animal. The tale hints at upcoming work and uncertain outcomes.
A theater column recalls James Buddy Rogers signing with the Texpco and mentions his prior exposure in San Antonio de Wings. The piece hints at a cadet picture with Lie Randolph and notes other actors like Farrell who began in local films. It references The White Riders and earlier connections, though details are fragmented.
A couple marked their first wedding anniversary with a quiet celebration at their residence on Bl. Jarra abreck, near the Immortals Lamliy rect. The event honored their year together and featured close family guests.
James Hobbs, jailed 30 days for carrying a pistol at a North Flores Street death party, received executive clemency from Governor Miriam Ferguson. He served about 10 days after parole. cash costs paid. The case arose from the January 20 gathering that left Miss Constance King dead.
Arthur YV. Wright, assistant county attorney, says bondsmen for defendants who appealed cases from the justice courts to County Court at Law No. 2 will face forfeiture actions. He notes that many defendants did not appear, and he intends to sue the bondsmen in such cases.
Porter Whaley, manager of the chamber of commerce, will address a group of San Antonians meeting Friday in the Artes building. Bliss Josephine Flores will instruct a course aimed at giving businessmen a working knowledge of Spanish in the shortest time.
A Theosophist from the American section of the Theosophical Society arrived in the city Saturday for a week of visits. She will hold tea meetings, exchange ideas on advancing the society’s work, and be entertained by Mrs. W. F. Hardy, president of the local group, with headquarters at the Majestic Hotel.
Col Herbert A White retired will speak on War Debts at a San Antonio chapter 17 Rational Sojourners meeting at the Tepestry roar of the St Anthony hotel. The chairman will be Cn Huroll W Jonon chief of the sure glen staff of the Alanon local with Lowe J Lanterstein IL in attendance.
A quirky spring sight arrives as a shipment of baby chicks from Ohio lands at a San Antonio post office. The noisy arrival unsettles workers until a thoughtful clerk adjusts their care and wages, easing the scene for staff and birds.
Deputy Marshal Willis Johnson closed a case by arraigning Fernanca Moreno, the man charged in a February 5 liquor raid on a residence in the 1600 block of Rantinga Street. Moreno appeared at his home for a supper, pleaded guilty to the charge, and bond was set at $900 by U. S. Commissioner Pat A. Lockherl.
John Bears of Leon Springs died in an ambulance on arrival at Robert B. Green Hospital Saturday morning. He had been visiting in San Antonio and was about to return home when he became ill. An ambulance was summoned but he died en route, apparently from acute indigestion, hospital records indicate.
Reeves editor in chief Rather and Tim Williams managing editor won a one act play writing contest titled Modernish. Judges were Brothers Schitt Hess and Hegemann with Dr Hickey supervising the content. Doctor Stansell, previously critically ill with pneumonia, has recovered sufficiently to rise a portion of his condition.
Adolph Boldt of the U S Chamber of Commerce Southwestern division argues inflation fears are misplaced. He cites deposits and gold supply growth and notes India's gold release and the Glass-Beggall bill increasing bank credit as factors in a broader monetary recovery, warning against radical legislation and urging prudence and confidence in financial restorat ion.
A San Antonio junior college announces a 24 member honor roll for the first semester, including 17 freshmen and seven sophomores. Sophomore Albert Rebel tops with 224 points, runner up James Nesbitt with 1210. Other sophomores include Earl Amnett Evelyn Doolittle Mary J. Haring Earl Odell Jane Maverick. Freshmen feature Elizabeth Camthers Winifred Henbaum Joe Levine Harold Neuhaus Barbara Schutz William Byrd Ruth Fulirowin Conrad Koltenburg Hugh Reveley Phyllis Brown Mary Jean Davis Maykarel Brown Phyllis Brown and Starley Alvord Alicia Gonvalra Laura Blocker Lewis.
A widow 39 with a 9 year old son appeals to Mayor M Chambers to find her a husband. She describes herself as thrifty capable and congenial and writes from Bituso asking for ward living prospects beyond difficult local conditions. The missive seeks a suitable bachelor willing to marry and provide a stable home.
Six years after departure, three sergeants and twenty enlisted men of America's army return to Fort Sam Houston. Technic al Sergeant Sudar Eletoer and Thrueh arrive with brides at Maplens. Newsman Vincent McAteer notes the soldiers' voyage and plans for potential troop transport to Vera Cruz if Mexico intervention occurs. The piece also references a February 12 1912 Supreme Court decision on a constitutional amendment and the ongoing political shifts in Antonina’s charter debate.
Seven members of the police force were absent Saturday due to illness. W. B. Pugh, driven sick to Santa Rosa hospital with double pneumonia, remains in hospital. Others—Harry Roberts, John Blowe, Capt. A. D. Mr Donald, KE F Click, R. DeBona, A. J. Vagl—are under home care. Chief J. G. Satan has been ill and out of duty for a month in Santa Rosa hospital.
Lieut G W Seaward of Swellbhy Field artillery testifies two men assaulted him and stole a hat at Fort Gan Trouston. United States Commissioner Paul A Lockhart sets bonds at 1000 each. Suspects Hyland and Corcoran arraigned. incident linked to misdirected Oak Ledge patrol. Awaiting further legal action.
The 103 year old former servant of General Houston, known as Dona Novuitin, died at home on Thavshix Sueht Street and was buried Friday at San Fernayide Cemetery No. 1. Funeral services were held near Weehiveh, with officiant Ballon Anonto Tape. She was born in Ilo Crennele City and lived 9 years in retirement. Survived by a large family including Mochinies Guada Wine Salinas and Gondelyrit Sal huss faye scandsons, Francisen and AMlonto Sains, and many grandchildren.
A local Valentine event funds support for aged residents of a home in San Antonio. The benefit includes a dinner and social program hosted by a community group led by the DinvelnR council. Proceeds assist elderly residents and their care needs at the home.
The Moore Fund, valued at 10 000 dollars and tied to the Alice Moore fund, will be used mainly to settle a 12 900 dollar book bill owed by the San Antonio Public Library for over a year. Bonds may be sold or pledged as security, with 3 000 dollars from back tax collections to cover the rest if city depositaries waive a first lien.
Students of the 1-152 class at Nathaniel Hawthorne Junior Academy present the one act play The Nave of Hearts Tuesday during a school assembly in the auditorium. Miss Bessie McIntyre sponsors the show with participants Ivobr Layide Joe Miner Elmer Haug Autos Purity Robert Schumacher Marguerite Tryon George Mélatis Roberl An Kenly Jari Carlisle Jose Martinez Margaret Larsen Claude Fesquey Woodrow Beakly Dorothy Bethea Louise Parker Mildred Starbird Ruth Gladwin Carolyn Schulz Hazel Bernhardt Dorothy Alexander.
Jewish stars Adolph and Jenmo Gartner headlining The Sacrifice of Tsagu will appear in person Sunday as the Yiddish movie is shown at Vocatonol and Teelnies schol on Main avenue. Fiddle Frieduider plays Tsane with other cast including B. Gerlynbors, F. Arior, San Geriter, Dave Voyover and May Fried lander. Two performances planned at 7 and 9 p.m., sponsored by the Twenty Branch of Bnai Brith.
Members of the San Antonio optimism club began a campaign this week to distribute posters and rally support for a psychology based approach. President John G. Brown says the ads aim to boost business interest and general cheer, though details are not fully clear.
W. O. Keller, 33, of 1801-2 Arbor Place, reported recovering from injuries after his car collided with another at Blanco and Russell. He was transported to his home after being treated at Robert t Green Hospital. Another traffic accident victim, Henry Hernandez, 33, of 112 South Colorado Street, reportedly recovering after being struck by a truck near his home Friday night.
A six year old girl from 208 Barrett Price suffered severe injury after a large all day sucker became stuck in her mouth. She was rushed to the Robert B. Green hospital for emergency treatment to stop profuse bleeding. Witness W H Bowere, 23, of 2023 West King’s Highway, was treated at the county hospital after cutting his hand in a separate accident.
Government Hill will honor Pastor Rev W D Welibicada and his parents Mr and Mrs W D Wellown with a reception in the downstairs auditorium of the church on Wednesday at 8 o clock.
The reminiscence recalls a streetcar world with conductors earning nickels, passengers aboard a long-rumored line, and a vivid memory of a last dramatic Japanese exhibit. It mentions A and M College, a connected train, and an era when streetcars defined daily life.
Mayor Chambern warned he would veto any exchange of city land for a postoffice expansion. He wants Alam street widened only if a strip from Lionston street is exchanged, and said the government has offered but not transferred land. The city lacks funds for purchase and will not trade municipal property for federal use.
Police filed mobbery by assault charges against Herbert Cochran and Bruce Cochran for allegedly beating Mrs Minnie Mae near 68 East Myrtle Street early Friday. The brothers, both listed at 22 West Johnson Street, were brought before Justice of the Peace John P Guion on Saturday. detective Parrow filed the charge.
Professor W. P. Boyd of the University of Texas School of Business will discuss direct mail and its in‑transit correspondence at the Ban Antonin Credit Association luncheon. The event is set for Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. in the Morrison Room of the St. Anthony Hotel.
Rehearsals wrap up this week for a minstrel benefit show organized by the Gruer Lutheran Brotherhood at the San Perro Playhouse. February 23, Charles Sunny Blevine directs the production.
A philosopher is set to discuss Gandhi, Arab influence, and Hellenic Community ties at an event in the city. The talk promises insights into cross cultural ideas and modern ethics with emphasis on Gandhian thought and classical philosophy.
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