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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1932

Page

3

Roosevelt tales amid city visitors and relics of memory

The feature recounts colorful Roosevelt anecdotes and city happenings. It notes former U S marshal Jack Abernathy’s wolf capture, mentions visitors like Joseph Freug the Joseffy and a publicity stunt arrest, and lists locals courting tales from aviation to antiques as the week unfolds in the city.

Leddy Roosevelt Roosevelt Jack Abernathy Clifford Catut United States Oklahoma Rossevelt Oklaa Abernathy Walren Hank Iear Tris Mt Runround Co Teddy Tony Pennsylvania Avenue Joseph Freug Chicago Joseffy Josefty Dosetty Fair Committee Robert Uhr Fred Lancaster Jloverty Alamo Plaza Jonelly Jorge

Mary Mulhern Granted Divorce in Los Angeles Case

Mary Mulhern, wife of actor Jack Picklard, was granted a divorce in Los Angeles after describing Picklard as jealous and rarely waking before afternoon. The case notes he habitually slept until 3 pm and portrayed a controlling temperament.

Los Angeles Fen Jack Picklard Ulmand Mary Mulhern Nzireas

Police trap for prowler fails in Canton street area

A prowler seeking entry in the 600 block of Canton Street escaped a police trap Friday night after moving door and window attempts. Neighbors reported activity, police kept an officer in the area for an hour, but the suspect did not return. Three boys were arrested for cafe burglary on Soledad Street, preparing to flee with dishes. A lone passenger stole $15 from a trolley rider after alighting on South Flores Street. Electrical gear was stolen from Denver Boulevard, and a horse and wagon were reported stolen on Frasch Street. Burglars also took cigarettes and cigars from Meerscheldt Street residence.

Canton Nendnuerlors G. G. Mergele Canton Street E. W. Whiters Turee W. A. Lindsey Soledad Street M. Richey South Flores Woolhen Winston Bialch Denver Boulevard Supert Santos Santiago Street Frasch Street H. W. Boldt Meerscheldt Street Stele Cigarettes Anil

Youth Unable to Post Bond in Holdup Charges

Carrol McMahan, 19, of 1026 Nolan Street, held in default for 2500 bond in Bexar County court on robbery by assault with firearms and assault with murder charges. He was arrested after attempting to rob Julius Ebron, Purity Food Shop owner, at 2200 East Houston Street. prosecutors say he fired during the struggle. Also charged, Earnest Padgett and Lynn Eppright were discharged without bond after habeas corpus.

Carrol McMahan Nolan Street Bexar County Justice of the Peace John F. Onlon Julius Ebron Purity Food Shop East Houston Street Insault Ebron Ninety-Fourth District Earnest Padgett Lexington Avenue Lynn Eppright McTivalie Street

Majalea Cleared of Robbery Charge by Grand Jury

Doctor Majelea of 1011 West Ashby faces exoneration as Ninety-fourth District court grand jury returns a ne bill Friday. Charge sworn by Indian herb doctor John Sylvie of 904 Bomb Froos street in Justice of the Peace John R. Shonk's court on April 23, 1831.

B.C. Majelea West Ashby Place Ninety-fourth District Court John Sylvie

Congress In Session Reports And Actions

In adjournment until Monday the Senate and House confer on a duck bid and a short selling investigation. The Senate considers a 132.5 million Democratic road program and the army navy consolidation bill. Ways and Means weighs tax increases. The Glass-Steagall expansion bill passes conferees and goes to the White House. Territories panel backs Philippine independence in 19 years. House debates emergency spending and corruption bills amid committee actions.

Senate House Ways and Means Territories Committee Philippines Interstate Commerce Committed Thad Bront Raiil Commission Couzens House. Ies

The Killer Planned as New OBrien Picture for Fox

Los Angeles reports that Fox plans a George OBrien vehicle with The Killer as the first under the new regime. A Stewart White action drama with a rifle threats a big screen debut, while other ideas include wartime comedies and projects for Will Rogers.

O’brien Fox Louella QO. Parsons Motion Piette Ediler Universal Mer Ties Conzright Unlyeem Service Tae Los Angeles Lily Sidney Smith George O'Brien George Iron Horse Stewart White O'Brien Dave Howard Edward Grainger James

Telephone manners in old fashion etiquette letter

A reader named OLD-FASHIONED asks Kathryn Depeyster about proper telephone greetings and Christmas card forms. The column explains addressing as Mrs or first names depends on formality, and suggests Florence and William James for acquaintances, avoiding nicknames.

John Smitty Lily Smith Wil J Flo James Imr William Nme Mrs Anthony Smith Carrect William James

Rhyming Optimist by Aline Michaelis INTERIOR

Fragmentary verse scene set by a hearth in a warmly lit room. A kitten purrs by the blaze as winter's cold yearns outside while memories of spring flicker in a blonde glow. The verse suggests an old world decor and quiet domestic mood.

Debaters Clash Over Defense Policy On KTSA And NBC

A noted rabbi and priest will duel on national defense on KTSA and the Columbia network this evening. Rabbi Stephen Wise argues disarmament as the path to peace while Father Joseph Lonergan supports preparedness. The debate cites the American Legion’s stance and budget concerns as context.

J. H. M'Lean KTSA Columbia Network Stephen 8. Wise Joseph Lonergan American Legion Shell Congress Rabbi Wise Father Lonergan Columbia Broadcasting System Far East Nnh

Churches to Hold Joint Services on South Side

Congregations of the South Side Reformed Church and Melkhines Avenue Methodist church plan a joint service at 7 30 p m Our Day to hear 2 prohibition measures enacted by officials of the Anti Saloon League Dr At there Wel superintendent of the togethern Texas Hayward John

South Side Re Charchy Melkhins Avenue Methodist Church Anti-Saloon League Atthere Wel Togethern Texas Hayward John

Remember When By Scott White United States Marshal

Scott White recalls San Antonio’s growth from Knights Templar and political meetings held in churches and Beethoven hall to a modern municipal auditorium. He notes the Bockhorn saloon remained a constant tourist attraction despite the city’s change.

Scott White United States San Antonio Knights Templar Beethoven Hall

Radio Progr ams and Evening Broadcast Chair Features

Fragmented OCR list outlines radio programs and performances across stations Wipe Cine WX, WOAI, KAGO, KONG, and affiliates. Mentions include orchestras, dance troupes, light opera, vaudeville style acts, and community programs with names like Uncle John, Betty Hawker, and Walker progeny.

Wakeanason Amm C. m John Sanoy Columbia'n Public C.g. Fampack Suiler Bia Oreher Bia Oreher F mm. —Uee “Croaby C Legn Bileers Lawy Thee Sategumre Boehety Anf Prinse Albert Promram Weediunler Orchestra mMi Dancer Plaine Ny Fone Konrogeart M Rallengs Bank Wecamer Andy Ifo RMAC Betty Hawker

Captain Reports for Duty in 8th Corps Area

Captain Clyde oH Morgen of the ordnance department has reported at Eighth Corps area headquarters as assistant corps area ordnance officer. A West Point 1918 graduate, he served three years overseas and joined the Polish typhus relief expedition from August to November 1918. He has recently been on duty at Frankford Arsenal, Philadelphia.

Clyde Oh. Morgen Ordnance Department Eighth Corps Corps West Point Frankord Arsenal Philadelphia

Army Secretary to Address Grace Church Class

Secretary of the Army John R. Conahay will speak to the Men's Bible class at Grace Church at 9 45 a m sharing experiences. Bundey will introduce the speaker and host the session in the morning program.

Army Y John R. Conahay Army Grace Ether M. Bundey

Youth Held on Charges of Assault in Boxar County

Alfonso Otero, 19, of 119 Healer Street, held without bond in Boxar County on Saturday facing robbery by assault, assault to murder, and burglary and theft counts. Detected allegedly robbed Pat Mar Contell, 3600 West Commerce Street, February 20, beating him with an iron pipe, stabbing with a knife and taking $230 cash plus clothes and an automobile. Charged before Justice John F. Pence.

Alfonso Otero Healer Street Boxar Megs Otero Pat Marcontell Commerce Street John F. Onion

Hoover Ready to Bank Credit Act

Washington March 21 Hoover ready to sign the federal reserve credit expansion act designed to place billions in cash and credit for resumption of commerce and industry. The act aims to reassure bankers businessmen and industrialists that there is no bottom to the main spring of American life credit.

Washington, D. C Hoover Csr Mfc

Man Makes Bond in Assault Case

Tom Moyen of 320 Motanwras Street was free on an $80 bond Saturday after he faced teen charges by complaint with a assault to murder in connection with the stabbing of Jesus M. Gonzales, a butcher in the Municipal Market, Thursday night.

Tom Moyen Motanwras Street Asumult Jesus M. Gonzales

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