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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 29, 1928

Page

9

Rail link study on San Antonio to San Angelo line

Gordon DL Oliver of Fort Worth oversees a planning review on a proposed West Texan railroad from San Antonio to San Angelo. A. B. Pawketto compiles final freight division report for the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. The study includes wage estimates and terminal facilities at Corpus Christi to assess feasibility and potential Northwest linking to the port.

San Antonio San Angelo Gordon DL. Oliver Fort Worth Prisco A. B. Pawkett Ar. Oliver Powkett Dunketh Wilco Lines Oliver Mr. Pawkett Corpus Christi Texas Park Frieo Jines Pawkett

Liquid Silmerine Hair Care Ad Claims Benefits

An old advertisement promotes Liquid Silmerine claiming to beautify hair with a natural looking hold, usable with perms, finger waves, or netting. It touts a nongreasy finish, gentle effect, and long lasting grooming, available at drug stores.

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Formal Tea and Two Weddings Highlight San Antonio Social

The afternoon event hosted by Mrs W. Manlove featured venetian lace and pastel decor with guests serving tea. A Tuesday wedding at Travia Park Methodist united William Grant Bechtel and Helen Athelie Straughan, with attendants in frocks and gowns, as family and officers attended. The broader social page notes visiting relatives, military connections, and plans for Mrs Bechtel and husband to reside in San Antonio after the ceremony.

Clara C. Pancoast Mre Manlove H. Forrester San Antonio Dallas East Croix Place Edward Tewers Charles R. Tips Richard Vanderstratten Jr Charlee George Kenneth Perry Raymond Woodward Gunter Orsinger Albert. Deutsch Josephine T. Wilson Arthur Morton Travia Park Antin Sid Bain May Buckley Miss Benkundotfer Stenaghan

Engagements and Social Shifts at Argonne Heights Club

Miss Mary Bess Whatley plans a soon wedding after Easter with Harry C. Sherrod of Galveston. The gathering at Argonne Heights Officers club honors Edith Hoke and Charlotte Silliman and their fiances. Families host dinners for updates in Fort Worth and surrounding circles as military guests prepare moves to new stations.

Mary Bess Whatley Harry C. Sherrod Galveston W. S. Lutts W. Shinn Wall Argonne Freights Officers Club Migs. Vauline Hansen Browe City Myx W. BR. Waite Fort Sam Houston Pew

Hair Care Ad Claims Unusual Beauty and Lather

An old advertisement touts a shampoo promising rich creamy lather and thorough cleansing leaving hair soft silky and glossy. It urges use of a specific brand with weekly dosing and mentions drugstore availability. The text also includes scattered notices about club meetings and a piano recital at a college auditorium with names of participants.

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Evening club meetings postponed to March dates

A series of postponed meetings including the Ansvine Nelson Paventhrovh event and history club gathering rescheduled from March 2 to March 1 at Laurel Heights Methodist church. Mothers club at St Mary's Academy meets Friday at 2 in the Academy library. Parent-Teachers association event postponed indefinitely from March 1 to March 2 due to unnoted reasons.

History Club Laurel Heighte Methodist Church Mothers Club St. Mary's Academy Academy Pathers

Reader Will Seek Legislative Post in San Antonio

TR Ateaver, a San Antonio representative of the Norwich Pharmaceutical firm, announces candidacy for the Texas House in the Democratic primaries. Endorsed by the San Antonio Retail Druggists Association and several city and county officials.

TR. L. Ateaver San Antonio Norwich Phiarmacat Corming Teras House of Representatives Reeder Hag

Young Bismarck to Wed Commoner

Duke von Bismarck, grandson of the Iron Chancellor, plans marriage to Ana Marie Tengholm, daughter of a Swedish architect, stirring high society. The announcement highlights a union between a princely figure and a commoner, reflecting social shifts in era.

Bismarck Shui Trine Otte von Bismarck Ana Marie Tenghom

Man Faces Charges in Store Burglary Case

A man identified as the oily One was arrested with two accomplices in a store burglary at 721 West Commerce Street. Police say $3500 worth of merchandise was stolen. The suspect was charged with burglary and theft in Tustica court on Wednesday. Investigation continues as other suspects are sought.

K. Yamin West L. ¥. Holte

San Antonio students named to Texas honor roll list

San Antonio students appear on the honor roll for high scholastic averages for the first term at the University of Texas. The roll, compiled by Dr. H. D. Parlin, junior dean, includes 685 of 3,800 in the division. Names span multiple San Antonio neighborhoods and several nearby towns, with numerous individuals listed.

San Antonio Moretta Benne Tadhot Margaret Oldeidge Hdmiund Querran Cora Reveley Alex Oppenheimer Mary Virginia Chick Wilmer Keneger Lydia Maeawis Willivans Morris Frelent Upechuke Janel Ties Tol Netcalfe Theresa Moore Jamen Reveley Dorothy Rooke Cleanor Christian Ruth Emma Duaream Franks del Thio Velma Ifill Jefferson Faith Mary Wolo Parker Bertram Wienboth Prouller Jol Gulen Bruinfels Annie Stevenson Saul Trevine Wayte Pues Hdna Walling Mission Lucille Womack von Drury Margaret Veradan Baker San Saba Laura Yeosenz Stockdale Telen Me Tans Nuteias Paw Rewari Nernice Sovith Claunette Brindley Anna Tosenhine Pollard Harlingen Mark Poole Bay Cit Fewin Boyle Gregory Geneva Crut William Mr Outchion Tylor Mary Margaret Glangcork McAllen Marjorie Wheeh Alferd Miller Peebles Pfriffer Lucile Groseman Corpus Cheisti

Wrong Identity Leads to Stabbing on Pleasanton Road

Police arrested and released a man after confusing him with a suspect in a stabbing case near San Antonio. The victim, Lye Mexicans, was attacked while running a motorcycle, and the suspect fled on a car. A man with the same name was briefly detained but freed after identity was confirmed.

Tog Louis Gourtog Pleasanton Road San Antonio sIngery Run Auto

Simple Method Clears Blockheads With Cube Powder

A brief grainy note describes applying cube powder to the blockheads and rubbing gently. In minutes the wort remains and oils are absorbed, leaving the blockheads clean. The item claims quick, complete relief with minimal effort.

Guinea Eny Arum

Manford Tucker Funeral Thursday

Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon for Manford Franklin Tucker who died Tuesday afternoon at the local hospital. Interment will be in Mission Park. Tucker was a native of Indiana and had resided here for one and a half years. He leaves his widow, his mother and two sisters.

Puneral Wellnes Manford Franklin Nucker Fitul Mission Burin Park Tuckar Indiana Sears

Midal pain relief promised in bold marketing pitch

An advertized claim touts Midal as a miracle pain reliever for labor and other hard times. It asserts no pain or discomfort, promises rapid relief, and notes easy availability in drug stores with aluminum pocket packaging.

Niles

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