Valley police question on missing man near Rio Grande
Del Rio and Kinney County officers seek missing Philadelphia man aged 67 seen aboard a boat near the Rio Grande. A postcard bearing the name Campbell was found in the garments of the boat's owner, prompting questions about a possible second victim as waters reveal more clues.
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Rio Grande
del Rio
Kinney County
Philly
Sfe Compel
Border River
Dei Rin
Mfe Campbell
Red Pepper Rub Promises Quick Pain Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Red Pepper Rub as a modern remedy for pain and stiffness. It claims deep penetration within minutes, improved circulation, and relief from cold chest discomfort, urging readers to keep the product on hand to prevent suffering.
The Whorbs Treatest 13 A Uric Acid Solvent
An old advertisement touts a tonic claimed to relieve stiffness fatigue and rheumatic pain. It promises strong energy with no obligation and offers 442 doses upon purchase.
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Orien
Toy
Jonn
Friend Accused of Stealing 45 Dollars From Guest
A. M. Cornett of 12 Herman Street reported to police that a man he believed to be a friend took fifteen dollars from him during a Wednesday night incident. The friend struck Cornett and was arrested by an officer who arrived on the scene.
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A. M
Cornett
Herman Street
Cornet
Missing San Antonio carpenter McCampbell sought
Bailey of 1829 Lamar Street San Antonio reports to Seers Information that Aobe R J is arranging help to locate McCampbell the missing carpenter described as five six and about 330 pounds He mentions sending a Christmas card inviting him home and a judge was asked to locate him. a boat coat and card were later found with no further updates.
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Cara
Bailey
Lamar Street
San Antonio
R. J. Situaton
Sumney County
Ran Antonio
McCampbell
Ife
Charles Miller
del Rio
Sheriff Salmon
Ami
Youth Narrowly Escapes Auto Death
A 13 year old boy Sol Brooks of 114 Maverick street was struck by a car at mid block near clock. The vehicle driven by L. E. Bazelt of 1006 Fresno avenue caused a fractured leg and minor bruises. Ezzell placed the boy in a car and rushed him to P and S hospital for treatment. He reported the incident to police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sol Brooks
Maverick Street
L. E. Bazelt
Fresno Avenue
Ezzell
P. and S. Hospital
Adail
City Council votes for Dolorosa Street land purchase
The council approves spending $50,000 to buy land on Dolorosa Street from James P. L. Hickman for widening Dolorosa from Main Plaza to Military Plaza. The site includes the former Southern Hotel. The city also plans to buy the four story Austin Hotel at Dolorosa and Main from George Keene for the street expansion.
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Dolorosa Street
James PL Hickman
Dolorosa
Military Plaza
Dalorosa
Main Plaza
George Keene
SGRS of America to Install Chiefs at Medina River Picnic
A San Antonio council of the Order of the Land of Amelia will install officers of the Somer council at a February 22 picnic celebrating Washington's birthday. The event at Gara Perossing on the Medina River starts 3 PM and ends 11 PM.
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San Antonio Counccl
Order of Land of Amelia
Somer Council
Washington
Gara Perossing
Medina River
Thief Breaks In as Owner Watches Yard in Rome
Mrs. Mario Wathen of 12 Taylor Street reports a burglary while she stood in her yard. A thief entered the home and stole a purse valued at £10 before fleeing. The incident was reported to the authorities.
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Rome
Mario Wathen
Taylor
Tle
Withen
Patie
Radio trades organize to locate radio interference in San Antonio
The San Antonio Radio Trades Association formed to pinpoint interference sources. G C Blanchard was named president with Victor Cortinez to confer with Signal Corps at Fort Sam Houston. Officers include E J Ginsburg as VP and B Fears as secretary. Meetings set for every second Thursday.
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San Antonio
E. J. Ginsburg
Goggan and Brothers
B. Fears
Texas Rading Syndicate
Caticura claims heal scalp and skin troubles quickly
An advertisement features Miss Azalia Prairy of Memphis describing severe scalp dryness and bald spots with painful pimples. It promotes Caticura Soap and Ointment as remedy, claiming complete healing within three months and urging purchase with prices and free offers.
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Miss Azalia Prairy
Cambridge Ave
Memphis
Tenn
Caticura
New Quick Cough Remedy Dr King’s New Discovery
A simple method promises relief from severe coughs in hours using Dr King’s New Discovery for Coughs. One teaspoonful in the throat precedes swallowing with no water, soothing soreness and loosening phlegm. Suitable for children and adults, it claims to treat coughs chest colds hoarseness bronchitis and spasmodic croup with no harmful drugs and economical doses.
Paper thief's initial appearance in Los Angeles
A wallpaper burglar, described by detectives Riggins and Robinson, made his initial appearance in San Antonio after entering a vacant house at 101 East Woodlawn Avenue. He allegedly took 10-foot square wallpaper samples from each room, with investigators noting possible future thefts at a bungalow near a wedding present.
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San Antonio
Riggins
Robinson
Police Seek Woman in Diamond Theft Case
Detectives Higgins and Robinson search for a woman, suspected of stealing valuable rings owned by Miss Gareldolyu from a department store. The rings include a nine diamond white gold piece and a cameo set with two diamonds. The suspect was seen leaving Bodgen avenue after washing hands in the store’s lavatory.
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Higgins
Robinson
Ung
Gareldolyu
Bodgen’ Avenue
3Liss Corler
Er Yings
Box Car Robbery Suspects Jailed
Three men are in custody after Southern Pacific special agents arrested them in connection with the robbery of three box cars. The suspects are being held for investigation and possible charges.
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Southern Pacific Specials
Complaints Charge Thefts Involving Dresses And Watches
Magdelano Pacheco faces two complaints in Justice of the Peace court alleging burglary and theft. One count says Pacheco entered Consuelo Marquez at 1209 El Paso Street and stole two dresses a silk sweater and a gold watch. A second count accuses theft of three suits from Joe Lopez at 1206 San Fernando Street. City detectives arrested Pacheco.
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Magdelano
Pacheco
Justice of the Peace
Fish
Consuelo Marquez
el Paso Street
Joe Lopez
San Fernando Street
Stop That Itching Remedy Ad Holds Promise for Severe Skin Ailments
An old advertisement promotes Blue Star Remedy claiming to treat eczema ringworm cracked hands and other skin diseases by acting on the skin directly and offering immediate relief from itching. The copy mentions a pleasant odor and sale at local drug stores.
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Sommers, Wagner's
Rusk Street Home Victim of Jewelry Theft
A resident of 119 Rusk Street reported jewelry and cash totaling 150 dollars and 50 cents missing Thursday. Police have a description of a man seen leaving the residence and a detective inquiry is underway at headquarters.
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Bata
Rusk Street
Aida
Auto Strikes Mexican Pedestrian Near Medina River
An unknown Mexican man was injured when struck by a car on Somerset road near the Medina River. John Quesenberry reported the incident to the sheriff. The man was taken to San Antonio for medical care after being struck as he walked along the road. the car lights blinded him.
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Somerset Road
Medina River
Sheriff's Office
John Quesenberry
San ‘Antonio
Quesenberry
Lee
Free samples and demonstrations from numerous San Antonio vendors
A chaotic OCR list details free samples and demonstrations offered by many firms in San Antonio. Items span foods, beverages, textiles, plastics, oils, and household goods from companies such as Mistletoe Creameries, Mosaic Tile Co, Service Woodworking, Southern Plating Co, and many others, with dates and offers scattered.
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Mosiac Tile Co
Service Woodworking Co
Southern
Staffer Feed, Mul and Elevator Co
Sunset System
San Antonio
Texas Netining Co
Gamel Display
Geboard
Chil Pewser Co
Local lottery results list many prize winners
Names and addresses appear for a drawing distributing clothing and mattresses from various merchants. Winners include Mrs. Becket, Mr. A. Te P., Mrs. Cavanaugh, Mrs. M. Prest, and many others at streets and avenues in San Antonio. Prizes include overalls, frocks, mattress renovations, and a kettle of polish.
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Mr. Cavanaugh
Burleson.street
W. Mulberry
Caclisie
Mazon W. di
Cullen
W. Woodlawn
Dora Ferguson
Yake View Avenue
O. BL Hardwick
Belmont
Miss
F. A. Glomann
Ra Vallera
Rwtchin
Pine
Mra
Goodenough
la Pedro
Maule Chatham
Strat
Gray
Dauysén Street
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Valley Police
Wiling Carpenter
Coat
Rowles
Chana’s
Dept. “D
W-Commerce St
Tex
United States
F. M. Espinosa FE Menulacineer
Mexico City
Beecham
Jed
Wise Brechext
Headeche
B. F. Alien Co
Canal Ut
New York
Pitts Deere
Chamber of Commerce
Nucces
St Mary's Street
First Presbyterian Church
Medina Lake
J At & Oelock
Sgrs OF America
Pilo
Ana Ra
L. A
Pembroke Bath
Laton
Hertzberg’s
Hertzberg
Trench Perfume de Fiores
Royal Worcester
Hertzbergs
Diamond House
RUSK
Dickey
Auto
Grove’s
SAN Antonio Industrial
Hubby
Strats- Frage Go
Texas Trunk Co
Tucker Cotton Co
Fred Daygne Hassia
United States Garment Mfg. Go
Universal Products Co
Trban
Trban Chemical Co
Pants Co
Ben Varga
Wolf
J.T. Hamser
Hamner Products
Hoffmann- Hayman
Colfes Co
G A. Dugrler & Company
Brier Manufacturing Co
Alamo
Frank Co
Kodak
Fox Co
Golden Kettle
Ssrsur Co
Grarture of Co
Th. M. Hughes &Co
International Refining Co
Kennedy Flowercraft Co
King-Nichter Meg. Co
Lawson-Erben Co
Cherry Hlossam Co
J. Deltrich Soap Co
Neistone Meg. Co
Panamina
Parke Laboratorios
The
Perfertion Novelty Co
Pickard Bookbinding Co
San Antonio Packing Co
Tale
San Antonio Public Service
San Antonio Printing Co
San Antonio Soap and Refining Co
Jus Satr Boat,Co
Demonston
Engraving Co. Yres
Liberty Esour Aus
Lian Brand Products Co
Hannibal
Pioneer
Thorotay Brack
Hopsdale
Eree
Tha’ Reinhard Coffee and Tea’ Co
Samuels Art Glass: Co
San Antonio Battery Service Co
Acme Brags Foundry Co
Alamo Foods Company
American Overall Co
A. R PL
A. BR. PL Co
Ed. L. Blesenbach & Or
A J. Caller
Crown Paper Box and Label Co
Dandee Feed and Milling Co
I. L. Burnett Co
Reich Sign’ Co
Texell
Letterman Rubber Works
Basila
U. S. Garment Mfg, Co
Guarda Soap Co
Juvenile Mig, Co
Y Pioneer, Ol and Refining Co
San Antonio Rady Co
San Antonis
San Antonio Broom Factory
San Antonio Cos+ a CO
Phmonstration
Nant, Bager
Reiisnes
Blackburn Radio Oparatories
MHS. Islam
Saunders
Avenue
M. Halte & Bromite
Beckett
Presa
A. B. Wrank Co
Teona Ebelt
Denver Boulevard
United States Garment
Hela Fron
Aiterman Rubber Works
MLS
A. Ateppenbeck
Castro Street
Norara
San Antonio Mattresxa Co
MNS
Straughan
Delaware
Mrs. P
Nomburg
Evena Vieja
Américan Overall Co
Ming Brutie Prick
Worothy Sereck Co
Thos Warrardick
Soni
Tucker Coffee Co
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