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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1936

Page

3

Post Hospital Takes Shape at Fort Sam Houston

Concrete construction near completion on the immense eight story Fort Sam Houston hospital under the supervision of engineer contractor R B McGee. The structure spans 437 feet across the front with a rear depth of 180 feet and includes a center eight story section with three eight story wings. The hospital sits in the Argonne area at Fort Sam Houston near Arthur MacArthur Field and will be visible for miles as brick work plastering and plumbing proceed. Approximately 120 new yards of paving exist on the hospital approach and more will be added as interior work progresses.

Fort Sam Houston Hospital D Gtmare R. B. McGee Milltmer Ag

Black-Draught Relief Ad Claims Quick Comfort

An advertisement touts Black-Draught Relief as prompt and refreshing for constipation headaches dizziness and biliousness. It cites testimonials from users including Mrs Sherman Evepsvitly of Texas and describes the product as a pleasant herbal remedy with simple dosage and quick relief.

Sherman Ariel

Three Days’ Cough Warns of Danger Signal

A fragmented ad-like notice promotes Creomulsion and similar remedies for coughs and colds. It claims a refund if not satisfied and urges buyers to act quickly, presenting a dated warning about lingering respiratory symptoms.

Setar Arts

Social Scenes Highlight San Antonio Debutantes Luncheon

A sequence of San Antonio society events features Julia M. Berne and Mollie Benner hosting a refined luncheon with pink roses calendulas and delphiniums. Attendees include Josephine Benner, Miss Mary Annette Weprinderland studying at University of Texas, and many prominent locals.

Governor to issue reprieve in Hoffman case to interview Dr. Condon

The governor may delay Hoffman’s electrocution to question Dr. John P. Condon, famed for the Lindbergh ransom case. A 30‑day reprieve would allow Condon to return and address doubts raised by Hoffman in magazine articles. Hauptmann’s wife and the guard chair tests were reported as preparations continued.

John P. Condon Ise Tie Nyra Hacker Cristbal Canal Zone

Mortgage Clinic Draws S A Crowd

A San Alytonig homeowners gathered at the FHA mortgage clinic in the Municipal subvarium, with crowds arriving from morning to night. FHA advisors will stay through Saturday offering information on refinancing, remodeling, building, and repair. FHA loans carry about 6 percent interest with long repayment terms up to 20 years.

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Chamber Launches Spring Trade Meet in San Antonio

The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce opens its spring trade meeting for ready to wear and specialty items in San Antonio Friday. Invitations go to retailers in the chamber’s trade territory. Norman Block of the chamber says last spring drew five cent merchants and expects more this year. Entertainment plans include gatherings, dinners, and an style show for visiting merchants.

Chamber San Antonio

Lucas Appeals in Excess Fee Case to U S Supreme Court

Parker Lions a Dallas attorney who allegedly took an excess fee in a war risk insurance case has appealed to the U S Supreme Court for a writ of certiorari. Lucas was convicted in Federal District Court on March 4, 1835 and sentenced to six months at La Tuna plus a $500 fine. The New Orleans Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the decision on November 8. The defendant was charged with taking the excess fee from Miss Lury Mae Butts of Sabinal.

Sunitn de U. S Jimre Parker Lions Dallas U. 5 Supreme Court Lucas la Tuna New Orleans Circuit Court of Appeals

British firm for ban on oil embargo discussed at Geneva

London reports say the League of Nations may sanction Italy and consider a petroleum embargo. British policy remains firm for collective resistance to Mussolini's aggression and will back whatever action is taken at Geneva next week. Sources say a formal embargo could be voted if effective.

London Thal Jenged League of Nations Italy Elena Teague Council Beniy Mussolini Great Britain Geneva

Badoglio Requests Recall Amid Italian War Update

Rome dispatch reports that Marshal Pietro Badoglio, commander of Italian forces in the Greek expeditionary area, asked to be recalled due to heart trouble. The government denies the recall claim, stating he is not being relieved.

Badoglia Rome INS Peraiate Ent Nimora Mersna Pietro Badoglio

Tale on Lincoln at Plaza Hotel Friday Noon

Dr. Lois A. Warren will speak on The Mystery of Lincoln's Greatness at a San Alfonso committee meeting. The Plaza Hotel hosts the noon event with Priok run Hier as chairman.

Lincoln Lois A. Warren Plaza Hotel Priok Hierholds

Prevent Bone-Hunger Disease with Scott's Emulsion

A health notice warns parents of a disturbing disease in babies called bone hunger causing tooth decay weak legs and body defects. It advocates preventing it by starting Scott's Emulsion Fortified early, noting it digests faster than cod liver oil builds bone strength resists colds and tastes pleasant.

Scott

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