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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1937

Page

3

Gary and Jean Shine in a Wild Bill Calamity Jane Saga

The Majestic screens a lively, uneven Western dominated by Gary Cooper as Wild Bill and a charming Jean Arthur as Calamity Jane. Noting strong logging and action scenes, the review praises the score by George Antheil, the barroom fight, and Frances Farmer as a bright new star, while criticizing some Indian dialogue and a few cast choices.

Sam Woolford B. DeMike Tha Majestic Wild Bill Gary Cooper Nan Jane Arthur Cpg Buffalo Bill Checkey Redskins Fae Wes Gary Jean Arthur George Anthiel North Wands S.c

Nazi demands third show of worship prompt Berlin notes

Berlin backs its demand for Spanish satisfaction after seizing the Marta Junquera off northern Spain. Germany warns Basques and Spanish authorities over retaliations while outlining a long term colonial plan and possible broader European peace concessions.

Berlin Nazi Germany Casque Resistarive Marta Junquera Nuh Criser Koenigshere Smiacht Ghedha Bolsheviet Bilboa der Angrif Propagan Paul Joseph Goebbels Baines Bilbao

Ben and Charlie Back in Stride in Hollywood News

Ben Hecht and Charlie MacArthur return to writing after two acclaimed films. They just sold The Kid from Paradise a Paramount 1937 project with Lloyd Nolan in a breakout role. Ginger Rogers and James Stewart to star in Mother Carey’s Chickens, with Vivacious Lady and other Astaire projects on deck.

Farsons Motionaltow Ben Heaht Charlie Macarthur Hollywood Paramount Sam Lloyd Nolan The Texas Rangers Ginger Rogers Jimitty Stewart Iare Mother Carey Ginger Fred Astaria Bloward Mother Chvey Vivacious Cady Astaire

Fascist Planes Bomb City St Jean de Luz

Reports from the Spanish border say fascist planes bombed St Jean de Luz in France killing 20 and injuring about 400. The aerial assault involved bombers circling over the city for hours and targeting steel factories between Bilbao and the Bay of Biscay.

ST_ JEAN DE LUZ France Pilate Bilbao Bay of Bissy

Thieves Loot Car and Parked Truck In Dans

Police report a theft from a parked truck and car as Dans residents note missing eggs and ether items while a Rock Springs resident reports a separate loss. The jumbled clipping mentions a light classifieds section and furniture or household appliance ads.

W. Whitfelld Dans A. Moody

Violin and clothing stolen near Martin and Navarre streets

A theft report from Monday states violin and four items of clothing were taken from a vehicle parked on Martin and Navarre streets. The owner, Randolph Sehlesethein, Route 9 Box 362, reported the loss.

Sehlesethein Route 9 Ab Martin and Na‘varto

Dutch protest over wedding passport act at Dutch German border stand

The Netherlands formally protested to Berlin accusing Germany of illegal behavior as German authorities held passports during pre wedding events for the Crown Prince and Liege bride. Germany had limited invitees and moved to treat the ceremony as a family affair, sparking friction ahead of the royal wedding.

Netherlands Berlin Nesause Inliane Pringe Bernhard Liege- Biestarfeld Germany Bernhard Sieglinde Elizabeth Wilhthninn

De Cordoba Lands New Musician Role in Cartoon Debut

De Cordoba, famed performer in priestly garb, will play a quirky musical role in the forthcoming animated feature "We, Tos, Shafi Meet." The project, replacing Walt Disney as the listed artist, stars Franklin Pangborn in a sly sign for "Dangerous Number" with Robert Young and An Southern.

Jay O de Cordoba Tos Shafi Skippy Walt Disney Conjivs Dienay RKO Franklin Pangborn Sly Dangerois Robert Young Aun Sothern

Basque Forces Capture Nazi Steamer Pluto Near Bayonne

Reports from northern Spain describe Basque patrols capturing the Nazi steamer Pluto while German warships Koenigsberg and Admiral Graf Spee reportedly withdrew from the Bay of Biscay. Basque and Spanish authorities clash over retaliation amid ships under multiple flags in the pirate lanes off Santander and Bilbao.

STOR Wrethier Mieir Germany Catego Gassenger Palos Wersell Reichsfurter Hitler Bay of Biscay Aragon Botani Bao Sebastian Mila Junguera Bilbao Geman Freiehter Talos Kay Elita Bagotine France Fay Pluto Serfi Fluto Tong Time Bayonne Jen Elecles Eminy Saain Ina’ Pong Vesels Santander Koenigsberg Admiral Graf Spee Haye Graft Spee Solon Keepigsberg Santana Rupeo Harbor Veighter Palag Valencia Rocke Itorges Bantander

Star in Hollywood Just to See Lights

Hollywood gossip item about Mistinguette a French actress and originator of a hoax insured legs for 2400 000. She visits Hollywood to see sights and avoids sleep in a hotel suite. Don Ameche reportedly cannot sleep before 2 am and reads until then. Coast classification notes light ads for today’s best buys.

Hollywood Mistinguette Nec Paris Hte Spur Owl Boss

Villain Wagner Draws Boos At Stage Dramatics in Dallas

The article details John Wagner, a theater villain in Dallas at the Texas Centennial era, who thrives on audience boos. It describes his role as Sallre Oribbs in The Drunkard, the crowd’s hiss filled reactions, and his offstage charm and rapport with fans.

Grarin Issig Soledad Street Herve Stanley Graham P. T. Barnum Dallas John Wagner Numere Grama Ps “Sallre Oribbs Foifea Wagner Giamacher Genkil Shaw

Weekend thieves strike across town reports from residents

Police notes list multiple weekend thefts including a 2 percent peanubreasting machine from J E Castillo at 627 Bas Commerce Street, jewelry from W H Olivaca at 307 East Evergreen Avenue, a coat from a parked car in Ti, and a radio plus jacket taken from Mrs Leon Ballard at 142 Gollnd Street.

J. E. Castillo Bas Dakota Street Ulything Leon Ballard Gollnd Street A. Jacob Princeton Avenue Catence C. Stocker Highland Kodak W. J. Wash Round Rock

Lupe Jannie Offer Fans a 10 Week Road Treat

Entertainer Lupe and Jannie plan a 10 week personal appearance tour to treat fans, traveling east on the Normandie rush week. Gilded prizes and jewelry giveaways are described, including ruby and diamond pieces, amid anecdotes about celebrities and a royal family legend.

Lam King Fea Syn Ene Johnnie Weissinister Tupe Velez Normandie Adolphe Btenjou Pn Ewenteth Century Vereo Teasdale Menjou

Star's Wife Hopes He'll Hurry Home

Hollywood reports John Esreymore in seclusion with his new wife Bluins Barrie, heiress of its tempestuous Tamanee, as they repair after their New Year’s Eve quarrel. Bry. Barrymore says the dispute is not serious and hopes he returns today, though Barrymore could not be located.

Hollywood Goddard Charlie Chaplin London Duke of the Garbo L Tanger Palm Springs Arrowhead Ensengaa Syn Valley Steve Hannigan New York Sim Vattey Juan Berniett Madeleine Carrell Claudette Gotbert Eb al Gregory LaCava Doris Nolan Bro Bernic Arcatis Ben Maegtra Miriam Hopking Anton Sievok Hollywoort Chicago Ann Sothern Lsst Roger Pryor Odd Abius Indore Mubarance John Esreymore Tefige Bluins Barrie Bry. Barrymore Barrymore

Extra May Serve Sentence at Night

A court in HOLLAoon sentences film extra Costella to serve a traffic violation sentence at night. Victor McLaglen vouches for him as Costella's fate unfolds in a busy production context. Paramount today options four Bulldog Drummond stories by Sapper and Fairlie.

Hollaoon Jan Enz Costelo Victor McLaglen Costella Coseilo McLaglen Stoke Calnciden Bulldog Drummond Caliel “HiWideg Drummond Paramount Drummond Sapper Weile Gerard Fairlie

Notable Voices From Around the World and Hollywood

These People Think These People Thinkity International News Service reports on comments by James A Farley and Cecil B. DeMille about Ireland and future film transmission. Jeanette MacDonald discusses her upcoming marriage to Gene Raymond. Reverend Davies and Magistrate Frank Oliver weigh in on church taxation and speeding up New York justice.

Wallace Smith Mexico Victor Schertzinger Grand International Wally Brave Boy Henry Wilcoxon Hollywood New York Cairo Egypt Capitol Films Fr. Preeland Paul Roberson Robert Armsttrong Ballywood Macy Garien Mary Alyce Mills Davey Wiliam Davey Beverly Hills Jeanette MacDonald Gene Raymond Jane Frank Oliver

MGM Ad Director Stricken By Pneumonia in Detroit

William G. Bishop, central eastern division advertising director for MGM, M G M, is seriously ill with pneumonia. His wife and 5 year old son died recently. double funeral services were planned for Tuesday for Billy and his wife, who passed away New Year's Eve. Mes. Bishop also died Saturday.

Detroit Jsn William G. Bishop Mcira- Goldwyn-Marer Sim Billy Bishop

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