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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1933
Page
9
Jeff Davis reports on the film Ring Kong by Dudley Nichols and its San Antonio connection as production shifts toward March. The column notes social visits, a meddling tamale incident with impersonating officers, marriages, local figures, and a comment on Roosevelt pronunciation, with various townsfolk and newspaper men mentioned.
A federal judge ended a rental dispute between James Shaw, state banking commissioner, and Edison Brothers Interest Incorporated. The case involved a lease of floor space at a city bank and the merging of two banks. The amount due and the administrator’s role are noted in the judgment.
A religious drama titled Tha Dunt of She Rand will be presented by St Mark's Eplaco vil chivalt before a meeting of the Travin Burk IMetharcish church school. The ensemble includes Mias Taylolts Bauer Berry Kroeger and Hiaya Harrington. A memo after dinner at ATA p.m. will join the prayer at 7 30 o'clock.
Victor Coopwood of San Antonio recounts the camel herd once used by the U S Army across Texas and the border. He claims about 30 camels remain, notes their tameness, and describes names like Whiskey and St Patrick. He ties the herd to Civil War damages and property claims, while detailing family deeds and attendants, amid long, reflective lore.
A South Tex bank proxy meeting was held by stockholders to elect officers and discuss proxy arrangements. Ernest J Miller, president, announced corrections to earlier precinct notes and Halevi, Teldyberg, and others were listed in connection with the proxy and city central bank agreements.
Federal Judge McMillan dismissed the government case against Frank J. Costello 43 of Company F Ninth Infantry on grounds Texas ceded Camp Hulls to the United States. Costello is linked to the slayings of his estranged wife Anna Costello and Leeman after a prior dispute. Highway to Mexico City to be fully surfaced by June 1, says W H Furlong.
Fort Sam troops are set to participate in Wessely rites as a war era story unfolds among residents. The narrative follows Mary Faith and Mrs. Farrell facing isolation, past loves, and daily routines as a menacing absence colors their summer evenings.
Six persons were treated at Robert B Green hospital Monday night for injuries from an automobile accident, with hospital records released Tuesday. The article details a chaotic scene in a living room as events unfolded and mentions Frances Bertuer and Mary Firth amid disrupted plans and tightened finances.
The state veterinarian medical board of examiners will hold a two day session at the Plaza hotel starting 8 p.m. Wednesday and the State Veterinarian Medical association will convene the following day. About one hundred association members are expected to attend the convention presided by Dr. Trays. The program includes an invocation, welcome address, responses and addresses by veterinarians from College Station Mexia Waco and Fort Worth with a banquet and a clinic conducted by Army veterinary staff in Fort Bam Houston.
United States Commissioner Paul A. Lockhark set bonds Tuesday for three arrested after raids. Selected Marlinez faced $400 bond over a Delgado Street raid that uncovered a 25 gallon still, 4 gallons of whiskey, and 90 gallons of mash. Luciano Gomez will post $760 bond and Nestoria Balasquez $500 after a rear apartment raid on West Cevallos Street, where agents say a 75 gallon still, 350 gallons of mash, and 19 gallons of whiskey were seized.
Ray Leentai, teen representative for the Bulli Texas chamber of commerce, heads to Washington to confer with Reconstruction Finance Corporation officials on relief work in his area. He will also meet with the U S Chamber of Commerce and file a protest against proposed duties on imports from all countries but China, warning it would hurt Texas importers of Mexican pork.
Two youths, Bonnen aged 2 and Sunda aged 16, were wounded while handling a shotgun at different locations. Both were taken to Wilson County Hospital for treatment as authorities investigated accidental discharge.
A fragmentary report notes Dr Harry Oberholser leading a survey on waterfowl along the Jnsihoast, with references to Dawson, Sihad, and local officials. The text hints at a Galveston start and mentions a prowler incident linked to San Antonio youths and a missing FIVA Rattlenhose.
Frank Cadets, 33, of 1515 Vera Cruz street surrendered to police Tuesday over a shotgun shooting that seriously wounded Manuel Falcon, 34, of 920 San Fernando street, as Falcon sat at the wheel of a car being towed at El Paso and South Colorado streets. Cadena said Falcon snapped a pistol and slashed him years ago, fueling the feud. Falcon was taken to Robert B Green hospital.
Notice of bond reductions on automobiles received by the San Antonio Automobile Jesuit from Charles Mumm connected with the Laredo league. Bond costs vary by rental period from 10 to 21 days, with prices from $2.50 to $7, per Jack Efgecombe, secretary of the league.
Davis County announces Marlin Trejo a former salesman will replace County Clerk George W. Tuntress Jr. as Investigator. Trejo supported the Citizens' League ticket in the last primary election. Tuntress resigned as investigator when he became county clerk Sunday.
Firemen extinguished small blazes early Tuesday at the home of J Arnold on Lewis Street. Minor damage also reported from fires at the residences of J C Brandt on Peter Street and Santos Gonzales on Northrin Street late Monday. A glass fire threatened the Brandt home.
An exiled Mexican cleric arrives in Washington D C spending holidays with Archbishop Fleto Fumasoni Blondi. The visit involves diplomatic and religious circles as the delegate engages with local church authorities during the season.
Two armed bandits robbed Archie Crawford, Brackellyitle, of $17 and a bus ticket as he walked along on a Monday evening near Bon Treat and Crocknt, according to police report.
San Antonio police and detectives faced a flood of theft reports on Tuesday. Victims include Mrs Oilvis James at 410 West Craig Place whose pups and money vanished after an intrusion around 4 AM Tuesday, and Mrs L Montgomery at 1022 Logan Street whose home was ransacked. A suspect was arrested after C.F. Williams at 1501 North New Braunfels Avenue reported a $5 theft from a cafe. Additional incidents cover a parked auto break in at J. T. Watts’s residence on 86 Denver Boulevard, two wicker chairs taken from F. McCowan’s front porch, a jewelry loss at South Frie Street, a $125 Welch at Dr Hervey Erickson, a traveling bag robbed from Emmett Walk ite in a Houston visitor case, a $4 purse stolen from Fd Mc Daniel at 407 Higuth Street, and a lighting bulb theft valued at $165 at Tom Mills’s garage near Scenic Loop playground. Authorities suspect a plant weighing 360 pounds was hauled away by truck.
Wilt Rogers writes that Beverly Ills readers face another year with the same people and routine, criticizing lacking coverage of the convicted man’s own future. He wonders why reporters record statements from officials and spectators but not from the accused, suggesting such omissions leave futures forgotten.
San Antonio plans to pay off unbonded indebtedness and update its basis for finances as back taxes flow in. Mayor G M Chambers announced that over 130000 dollars in delinquent taxes were paid in the last two days of the special period, with 75000 dollars allocated to reduce debt and remaining funds expected next week. A total of 425000 dollars was paid last week and bond obligations totaling about 17 million dollars will be addressed with installments on February 1 and March 1.
At a Tuesday Os car Powell chairing the Central Relief committee discussed adopting a dietetic balance in relief food. Tulsa plan cited as model to reduce starches and unhealthy items, with doctors to be consulted before action. A Wednesday meeting will review Tulsa plan and other food distribution ideas amid San Antonio grocers protest over sourcing.
George W. Saunders, longtime leader of the Old Trail Drivers association, near West Elsinore, is slowly recovering from a lengthy illness at his residence. Reports say Saunders, age 7H, suffered a heart attack about five months ago and now sits up for several hours each day.
County Clerk George W. Huntress urged delinquent taxpayers to file in the clerk’s office the certificate of redemption from the county tax collector. The move ensures a permanent record and clean title to property.
The federal court opened a new term with 74 defendants slated for trial. A jury was impanelled to hear contested criminal cases, and Judge A. J. McMillan presided over hearings for guilty pleas.
Mrs Harpig and Gibbs president will preside at the Alamo Civic League regular monthly meeting on North New Braufels avenue and Gareliy beyond at Prinsck Tyeadey evening. Attendees will discuss minor local industries and community issues in a civic forum.
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