Famous Texas naturalists dead at home
Joseph Daniel Mitchell, 73, noted Texas naturalist and observer for Southwest Texas, died at his home in Victoria. Renowned for studies from ticks to fish and oysters, he helped shape state fisheries law and served as a leading authority on local fauna and natural history. He mentored in the Victoria district and contributed to wildlife research during his long career. He leaves a large family and close ties to University and state scientific circles.
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Joseph Daniel Btltedel
Anénd Saturelint
Vicuicig
Tex
Boxe Gt Bi
J. X. Feeming
West
Antellc
John W. Bur Fenaba
K. Ord
Department of Etymology
Weebington
Mitchell
Texas
Tures Natural History
Victoria
Finward
Panama
Minhetl
Alours Howaver
Felir
Chen
Pius
Sap
Wasie
Simi di Ghia
Lon Dadiers
San Madasun
Hegrilas
Confusing City Bouquet Tale Shrouds Local Names and Places
A garbled OCR fragment references Florida and New York figures, a jailer cave tourist, and a messy mix of names and places including Antonia, Trket, and Klar Lok. It hints at a city business issue, a vault, and a winter timeframe, but the text is largely incomprehensible with many misread words. No clear event or outcome emerges.
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Florida
Antonia
New York
Munday
Miro
Klar Lok
Miami
Beyisnel
Couriet
Adwaria
Stedsty
Ale Crigany
Scobey Chosen for Director of Mint in Harding Administration
The article reports that Scobey is definitively selected for director of the Mint, with Ben Antonin and Bechos discussed as contenders for related posts. It notes a potential Senate confirmation near March 20, outlining duties across Washington Philadelphia and San Francisco mints, and mentions allies who supported Harding’s nomination and appointed officials in the Fourth Congressional district.
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F. E. Luther
Ben Antonin
Momilay
Senate
Imler
Benboy
Bechos
Uniot
Murdor
Chicago
Washlington
Scobey
Ware
Baker
Scobern
Mint
Scober
Aire
Harding
Inezi
Seahay
Nic
Fourtoruth
Munk
Obituary for Ahijah Abileh Lee in El Toro and Morristown
Abileh Lee, Ahijah, Zee TL, longtime resident of El Toro and San Antonio, died at the home of relatives. Survived by wife, daughter, son Arthur, and Tawrent, with services held at the Shelley Lalerish chapel. Burial followed in Morris Township, Gillespie County.
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Abileh Lee
Ahijah
Lone Beach
Cal
Hignera Paryings
Moniay
Shelley Lalerishing Company
Hitelnor
Une West
Morris Tanrh
Gillesme County
Sidney Smith
San Antinio
Panutlie
Smt
Aly
Ve Radler Bt
Ceeviy
Cy S. Birnlestane
Sete
Chlawit
Rosie
Pasadena
Miles Cleargin
Atlan
Tre Wade
Picture Framing a Specialty in Our Workshop Era
Fragments describe a local craft shop focusing on picture framing as a specialty. Vague notes mention a person named Aivwler and partial address clues, implying a small-business feature in a midcentury local paper.
Pay Day at Camp Travis Sparks Patrol Wake in San Antonio
A San Antonio dispatch reports 21 downtown arrests and 25 in camps during pay day for the Second Division at Camp Travis. Commanding General Guy Burdett Lowit endorses entertainment aims to lift morale, with magazines open all night and frequent police watch alongside athletes, games, and a musical program for attendees and soldiers.
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Lrig
Guy
Buward
Lowit
Nice
Pelle
Camp Travis
U Meu
Wen
Fon
Godiner
Secon
Wight
Ube
Army
Grossa
Ngatinee Mill
exWivields
Troel Warelen
Rafetorta
Lea
Hitranies
San Antonio
Seven Escape Jail Frinelinessitie and Townsfolk Fray
A chaotic scene unfolds as a jail break sparks a citywide scramble. Residents seek safety while authorities pursue multiple suspects amid a tumultuous night. Vague references to names and places hint at a broader crime wave and ongoing investigation.
Mayor Attends City Council Meeting Amid Absence of Mayor Black
Confusing notes describe city events with references to Mayor Black and a council session. Widespread garbled lines mention Astin Sumilayight and Nis vist, along with various business ads and notices.
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Ireld
Black
Astin Sumilayight
Abe
Nis Vist
Bovrerer
Engineers to Study Ports in Corpus Christi Visit
United States Board of Engineers will arrive in San Antonio next Friday to inspect proposed deepwater port sites at Corpus Christi Aransas Pass and Rockport. Brigadier General Varine, Colonel New Orleans and M. Adams lead the party with plans for a formal conference with Corpus Christi officials and a motor and water tour illustrating the project scope and harbor facilities.
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Mendel
Leig
Gow Harry 'Aytor
Tiited States Board of Engineers
Sai Ablonio
Corpay Christi
Jelly
Mt Aransas Vass
Srigadier Gaver Varine
Newyouter
New Orleans
Mai
Lu ‘M. Ailams
Vaismet Enginery
Catvestuny
Corpus Christi
San Antonio
Aransas Pass
Aransas
Rockport
Avansnglass
Rockort
Culwlon
Baurellos Kingsville
Faistow Tm
Gregory
King Loin
Makenaga Corping Clivist
Midas
Coepie Cuath Commercial Association
Smo An
Hema Bi
Fragmented obituary style list from unclear text
The readable fragments mention names and places in a garbled list of individuals and events. Several proper nouns appear like Ulm, Maui, and Vos, with scattered references to dates, groups, and activities. The piece reads as a damaged archival notice or scattered society notes with no clear single event or outcome.
Fragmented OCR Lunch Menu Notes Hidden in Shabby Text
A highly garbled OCR fragment lists scattered words and names such as Saint Shape, navy, Pedecary, Masher, and various mistyped terms. The text appears as partial phrases with no clear narrative, dates, or coherent event. It shows numerous improper nouns and scattered numbers.
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Eiapkiln Cantoreara
Webriary
Navy
Bente
Ste Momeyla
Auction Event Describes Bidders and Local Prep
A garbled report outlines bidders arriving for a local sale or auction in the area. It references War State Motor Varsday and mentions officials, directors, and a secretariat, with scattered notes on location, timing, and site direction under a named authority.
Ask Building Critic Faces Alleged Ethics Questions
An unclear report describes a building critic facing scrutiny over alleged conflicts and duties. It mentions Sam Antonie Hislders and various officials connected to a project in Washington. The piece hints at investigations, responsibilities, and potential political implications surrounding the construction effort.
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Ballabing Juspretag
Sam Antonie Hislders
Jason
Ak Omean
Washington
Eatlapagd Usdey
Princi
Renee
Antonin
Want Ads Rates and Thank You Notice
The San Antonio Light lists word rates for weekday and Sunday want ads, with pricing per word and minimums, including Sunday insertions and combined rates. It also carries a thank you notice from the Adkins family noting appreciation for support and flowers during Dorothy Adkins’s illness and death.
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San Antonio
Fen Uno
Pilety Ceosvoutlya Meerilund
Ayttl
Pou Publishers Oeserve
Herald
Stan-Pelegiam EL Pabo Herald
Siora
Ellie
Nesses
Dorothy Adkins
Beacon Hill Bungalow Listings in Summit Terrace and Tobin Hill
Real estate ad notes Beacon Hill bungalow options with five rooms breakfast nook and up-to-date fittings, Cobblestone front Tobin Hill two storied homes with electric fixtures and glass lights, along with North Side heated homes featuring fireplaces and casement windows. Includes calls to contact Mr. Foster for inquiries and quick sale terms.
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Toni
Gall
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Beacon Hill
Beacon
Purnace
Real
Kitele
Dany Jorge Clasets
Jorge Dorruud
Imaadwat
Jalyi
Wivestlee
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Atta
Barney
Joe Mali
Brady Ride
Kenta
Brackenridge High School
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Modern
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Tretm
Uae
Morton
Ueihn Deudy Maltis Wiomaunok
A. Koad
Marlandady
ATG
Ideal
Ghocery
Teen Wylds
Ehheuay
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Pritt Ave
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el Farsa
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Ite Guarai
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Aif
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Maleth
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Hetwadt Cano
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Olen
Alia Bey Oyear
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Tangit
Tnt
Linn
Ae Bis
Mat
Quinn Mani Bray Belive
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Trates Realty Co
Ain North Side
Bungalay
Pittineg
BP Ciniskine Fine
Arden
Bates Realty
Rees Gunter Hide
Neel
Medina River Farm
Fener
TVD
BAN Antonio Loan & Trube
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Uribe
San Yenacia
Orse
Wagal Lanka
San Ammonio
Sisipess
Aula Go
Leo Mx
Downe
Hones
Trava
Mr. Daprie
Fousior
Crackett
Mary Bt
Amltitla Tailur
Puy Rela Mire
NA Uaw
Ernie Mack Wenautetfier
Rexkonaita Fom
Lowe
Contany
Uledad
Airo Alindo
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