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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1936

Page

14

Rebel Sweeps Box Office Holdover Record

Gaming equipment valued at 3000 dollars and 109 pounds were seized Sunday night by state police at the Blue Bonnet. Capt. Tee Miller and R. R. Robitsch led five men and a moving van to seize a roulette wheel, dice table, ghoss and poker table to a warehouse. A court order for destruction of the gambling equipment will be sought. A man was arrested after attempting to sell untaxed liquor. Police also took drapes, chairs and pictures. Two men were arrested in connection with the raid. The Blue Bonnet was described as one of the most elaborate places in the city.

Pac Nice North Sb Mary's Tee Miller RB. Robitsch State Palice Miller Rohatsch Wien A. P. Cutomings Waltvare Milter Blue Bonnet Clan

William Powell at RKO and other studio moves

Hollywood gossip notes William Powell will begin work on a Radio picture in February after a stint at Universal in March. Stephen Roberts signs a five year deal with Sam Briskin as head of Radio lot. Plans for King Ireland story with Spencer Tracy and Margot pose. Ronald Howard, Leslie Howard's son, aims to be a writer and acts as page in Romeo and Juliet cast. Snapshot items include Glenda Farrell, Olivia de Havilland illness, Bette Davis flu, and other star tidbits.

Los Angeles Willis Powell Universal Bil Inany Studios Stephen Roberts Sam Briskin Sam Radio Briskin Ronald Howard Leslie Howard Young Howard Ronald Norma Shearer Hollywood Glenda Farrell Addison Randall Warren Williams Olivia de Haviland Bette Davis Lou Stoner Patricia Ellis Dick Foran Fou Lomarrow

Fourth Expedition in Redfern Search Reaches South American Hinterland

The Jungle search for Paul Redfern expands to a fourth expedition. Three rescue parties already enter the interior in pursuit of the missing flyer from Atlanta to Rio de Janeiro. Dispatches report the Albert G. Wald post of the American Legion sailing for Trinidad and Paramaribo, Dutch Guiana.

Georgrrown Paul Redfern United States Mer Ainterland Atlanta Rio de Janeiro Cristobal Custa Lone Albert G. Wald American Legion Trinidad Paramaribo Dutch Guiana

Road Roller Bids Rejected by Bexar County Court

Bexar County commissioners court on Monday rejected all bids for a 12 ton road roller. Commissioner J W Dannell said bids may be reopened when the new budget is prepared in August.

Bexar County J. W. Dannell Miller

Beware Coughs From Cold Hang On Reminder Ad

Warns readers about lingering coughs from colds and promotes Creomulsion as a remedy. Claims fast action to reach the seat of trouble, soothe inflamed membranes, and clear germ-laden phlegm. Urges trying Creomulsion even after other remedies fail.

Aztec film review and Majestic program notes

The review covers Aztec Magnificent Obsession with Irene Dune as the widow and highlights Cow comedy scenes featuring Charles Butterforth and Sara Haden. It notes Shirley Temple's The Littlest Rebel with Bill Robinson, plus discussions of other acts and the Majestic and Palace listings with titles like Freshman Love Rendezvous and Alas Mary Dow.

Gam Woolford Koo Irene Dune Perormance Charles Butterforth Shirley Aly Vincent Linstein Hollywood Doctor Hudson South Sea Sanctuary Majestic Bhi Texas Bill Powell Mary Dow

Dark Tower Sale Opens For Little Theater Players

Reservations for the text play opened at the city tax office and auditorion on Monday. The production “Dark Tower” is a fast moving mystery melodrama set for Monday and Tuesday nights January 20 and 21 at the San Peery Playhouse. Notable nonprofessional actors include Devan tel Bevilie Gay Donovan Harry Wise Wally Gursch and Peter Petraitla with Frank Beck directing. Market text mentions a classified job ad and Broadway pay details.

Dark Tower Little Theater Players City Auditorion San Peery Playhouse Devantel Bevilie Sunup Gay Donovan Sam Antonia Harry Wise Theszter Guild Wally Gursch Peter Petraitla Frank Beckwith

President's Ball Set Jan 30 at Municipal Auditorium

January 30 is the date for President Roosevelt's annual ball at the Municipal auditorium. The event aims for statewide splendor with gala decor, orchestral music, and a special floor show. Proceeds benefit the Warm Springs foundation for infantile paralysis. Tickets are available at the auditorium.

Roosevelt Municipal Auditorium Spriigs Foundation Southwest Texas Auditoriim

Negro Held After Liquor Store Raid

Police here Monday held a man described as a Negro in connection with a liquor store raid at the Five Points Liquor store on Fredericksburg Road. P.P. Gass of 205 Woodier Street reported the theft of 18 pints of gin and identified the suspect at the scene.

Five Points Fredericksburg Road P.P. Gass Woodier Street

Vet Actor Back on Boards

William Gillette ends five year retirement at 76 to tour Newark tonight in a revival of Three Wise Fools. Arthur Byron Brian Aherne Elsie Ferguson Beth Merill and Richard Barthelmess also return to the stage for the brief tour and revival offering in New Jersey and New York venues.

New York William Gillette Cntrge Gillette Newark N. J Arthur By- Ton Brian Aherne Elsie Ferguson Beth Mernll Richard Barthelmess

Taxi Driver Robbed by Bandits on Austin Roads

M B Mison of Silver Bine taxi reported three men robbed him at pistol point for ten dollars after taking the cab to Murang Austin roads. The bandits then held up Fort Sam Houston soldier W P Dudworth and Miss Martha Schrank of Corpus Christi, taking 30 cents from the soldier and Miss Schrank’s purse. The taxi was abandoned near the 300 block of Humphries.

Mison Murang Austin Austin W. P. Dudworth Fort Sam Houston Martha Schrank Corpus Christi

Douglas Silent on Marital Plans

Douglas Fairbanks remained silent on his marriage plans while Mary Pickford prepared for divorce proceedings. The 52-year-old actor, back from England, announced he is through with acting and will stay several months to work on a Marco Polo film, avoiding questions about romance or remarriage.

Holly Wogu Vant Jan Mary Pickford Douglas Fairbanks Miss Pickford England Twentieth Century-Fox Geeve Hollywood Marco Polo

Coward Denies Garbo Romance Rumors In Sweden

Noel Coward says he is very annoyed by rumors of a romance with Greta Garbo while in Sweden. He refrained from comment beyond denying the implications as Gertrude Lawrence also performs in his show.

Noel Coward Tegorts Sweden Greta Garbo Toay Coward Gertrude Laurence

World War Vet Emil Schelling Dies in Fire at Home

Emil Schelling, 49, a World War veteran, was found burned to death early today beside his home in Shiner. Fire investigators say the blaze was discovered in the early hours and authorities are treating it as a potential accidental fire or foul play under investigation. Local officials vow a full probe as neighbors recall his Army service and quiet life in the community.

Shiner Emil . Schelling

Hollywood Gossip and Party News Amid Moonlit Ramblings

A collage of Hollywood chatter recounts party scenes for actor Tom Brown's birthday and Clifton Webb contract tensions. Notes on Douglas Fairbanks, Mary Pickford reconciliation rumors, Palm Springs influenza cases, a proposed single community pool, and a flaming mansion incident.

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