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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1939

Page

2

Penitents Seek Miracles Via Friday Novena at St Marys

About 50 San Antonians attended a perpetual novena at St Marys Church, submitting prayer slips to a petition box. Recipients reported answered prayers ranging from employment to medical relief, with two cases personally verified by Father Arnold and doctors. Five thousand brochures sparked local interest. services run every Friday in three daily sessions, requiring nine consecutive Fridays for completion.

St. Mary's Church Father Arnold Arnulé Val

Heiress Actress Burned In Mishap In Hollywood

In Hollywood a San Francisco heiress and actress, Geralling Spreckels, suffered critical burns when a cigarette caused her negligee to ignite. Mrs. R and a passerby heard her scream and extinguished the flames with a rag. She was taken to Kollywood hospital in critical condition and was alone at the time, scantily clad.

Hollywood Web Geralling Spreckels San Francisco Sugar Jorkune Spreckels Miss Spreckels

Six Georgians Die In Auto Truck Collision

Six Georgians died and two others were in critical condition after a tractor trailer crash near Taylor South Carolina. Mrs Laura Reese 34 and her children Imogene 44 Ruth 6 and niece Frankie Dockery 17 were among the deceased. Robert and Charles Johnson brothers from Cedartown were named among the injured. Leonard Reese and James Davis driver of the other vehicle were listed in critical condition in Greenville hospital.

Greenville &, C Greenville Hospital Tanigut Taylor S.C Greenville Laura Reese Imogene Ruth Frankie Dockery Robert Charles Johnson Qeay Cakeman Gordon County

Fredericksborg FFA Stock Show Awards Honor Calves

Frederickburg FFA stock show crowned Roland Bonus with a 1050 pound grand championship calf from Gilespie county. First place entries included Wesley Grenwelges for weight calf, James Henkes in wool sheep, Jasper Bunz in singles sheep, and James Fouges in hog division. The event drew record exhibits and attendance with W. A. Tilhugh of San Antonio serving as judge.

FFA Fredericksburg Roland Gilespie Wesley Grenwelges James Henkes Jasper Bunz Sheen Jdivision James Fouges W. A. Tilhugh San Antone

Seven points for high court halt on prosperity rule

New York Feb 1 INS seven major points urge moderate government regulation and taxation to aid recovery. The National Association of Manufacturers study committee lists issues including lack of government action, public support for pro enterprise policies, and equitable taxes. Executives Halliday and O'Daniel chair the effort.

New York INS National Association of Association Roup Tusuilly Halliday Standard OU Company Greveland E. V. O'Daniel Thet. Ametinin Gyanamild Company New, York

Cameos Present Evening Plays by St Mary's Cameo Group

The Cameo Players of St Marys College present an evening of three one act comedies and a variety musical program at 2 15 p m Sunday in the college auditorium. Casts include Pat Lean Maxine Whitten Anthony Speler and Etvn Low Guerra in Hanging Uncle Henry Yer Means No stars Robert Baytelle Beverly Brandt William Finty Howard Bush Patsy Dempsey and Huge Ins Hur YY features Francis Martinez Joseph Nuessie Elsie Kappemann Esaue Wrynand Asha Lutter Dorothy Waltz. Musical numbers include a string quartet a solo by George McMillan and Dorothy Fresenlug a piano number by James Riots Jhrd Carrot ine pang and an accordion solo by Barbara Furlong. The entire program is sponsored by the senior class.

Piayer Inclding Witn St. Mary's Beverly Brandt William Finty Howard Bush Patsy Dempcey Francis Martinez Joseph Nuessie Elsie Kappemann Esaue Wrynand Asha Lutter Dorothy Waltz A. Rela Afin MacMaimus Willy Riotsjhrd Carrot Pang A. Sola George McMiikon Dorothy

Speed Urged in Ban of Politics in Relief

Washington reports urge a ban on political use of government funds with quick Senate action called for. Senator from New Mexico warns against partisan expenses as four bills form basis for restrictions. In Houston, relief and retail groups meet to discuss elections, credit, and business issues across Texas, with attendees from Galveston to Austin.

Washington Itated New Mexico Senate Permlink Houbton INS Twa Nelson Niederman Galveston G. A. Marback San Auilonio J. Price Clive Dallas Mike Weinstein Houston Die Association of Teetall' Credit Mon Texas J. J Henry Block Galveston Merchants’ Adveciation Clharicy 1 Austin Texas Retail Mercianta’ Association Wid J. W. Kipatrick Haunton Me Associated Retaly Oredi

Four in Hospital After Collision Reported

Four people were injured when two cars collided near New Braunfels on February 18. A. D. Blevens from Fort Worth and Dexan Thehman of Austin, among others, were taken to New Braunfels Hospital for treatment. Cooper of Alex, Texas, was also involved and reportedly wavering.

NEW Tsraunfels INBI Ialles Pinth

Department Store Sales Dip Across Nation

Department store sales fell about two percent for the week ended February 31 and the four weeks ending the same date, based on reports from 265 stores nationwide. Kansas City showed a 12 percent weekly drop and a 3 percent decline for the four weeks. A fatal shooting preceded by a hospital stay is noted in the report.

Washington INSS Federal Reserve Board Kensis City

Amphitryon 33 Lunts Triumph at Texas Theater

Lunt and Fontanne charm Texas Theater audience with Amphitryon 33 style mythic romance. Mercury by Richard Worl and a strong supporting cast elevate a French classic adapted from Girandoux. The performance blends gods mortals and heroic legend with witty staging and musical backing.

Perilous Trip to Rescue Foreigners in China War Zone

Eight British and one American naval officers, unescorted and on foot, began a hazardous journey from Kiuklang through Chinese and Japanese lines to reach the mountain resort at Xuling southeast of Hankow. They aim to evacuate foreigners marooned there for weeks. The party includes Lieut Comdr Charles R. Jeffs of the US gunboat Gahu and Lieut. Comdr RB B Stafford, captain of the British gunboat Ladybird. Most captives are American and British missionaries.

China War Zone Beanghat Kiuklang Xuling Hankoy Charles R. Jeffs U. S Gahu Lieut Comdr B. Stafford Coptain

Dorothy Gigh Improves After Hospital Visit

Dor ostensibly improved after hospital doctors reported Dorothy Gigh younger and stronger. Her sister Zillion, an actor in the stage play Dear Octopus, planned to join the show tonight. Dorothy’s illness was initially feared to be internal but diagnosis revealed a cold but she is recovering rapidly.

Rota Octopus Dorothy

Auditorium Event Slips Into Casual Program Notes

In the auditorium an edited program mentions Little Flower and Meréan names. The venue will open at a set time and tamales and drinks will be served. The text is fragmented but indicates an upcoming event with refreshments.

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