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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1931

Page

16

Relics of Sam Maverick on display at university archives

An exhibit of Maverick relics and documents prepared for display in the University archives of Verar features a chain used by Maverick in locating Texas, buckskin trousers, a penciled prison letter to his wife, and letters involving diplomat Thompson. The artifacts recount Maverick aiding Texas defense, his capture and imprisonment, and eventual release amid international interest.

Areunil Symhel A. Maverick San Antatio Vera University of Verar San Antonis Oviterkde Ville Levote Prisca Universals Lewis Terrell Searthe Mushc Surveyors Wintieh Maverick Agatti MM Welus San Antonin Bollire Descendants Maverick Meaty McGorrak San Antonio Sirexeitudl Atv Priss

Tragedy at Farm Fire Injures Three-Year-Old Girl

A three-year-old girl suffered severe burns after jumping from a second story of a barn home to escape a blaze. Her brother Arthur Davis saved her, receiving minor burns. The fire started in a shearing pen and spread through the barn, destroying the structure and hay. The family and neighbors witnessed the escape and the child’s dramatic fall from about lycate feet.

Uvalde Traag Jan Tames Norn Ti Davie Davin Tio Frin Fralde Secon Exon Davis Vanel Arthur Daeve Arthur Davis Pat Aden

Halm Funeral Held in Kingsbury Texas

Funeral services for Meg Kutherine Halm widow of W. M. Balm were conducted at the family home in Kingsbury with interment in the Lutheran cemetery. The Rev A Brag of San Antonio led the rites. Survived by four sons Darin Teeman Cardy and Hobert and three daughters Mesias Tirnze George Wagner Eleurpim hoff and WH Borcker plus 20 grandchildren and other relatives.

Kingsbury Reguin Texan Kutherine Halm W. M. Balm Kingslnts Wes Bee Willow Henze Kingsbury A. Brag San Antonio Jointing Rona Darin Teeman Cardy Hobert Mesias Tirnze George Wagner Eleurpimhoff Borcker Granitchildren Governrentear Ehitel Reat

New Members for Pearsall Legion

Pearsall Tex Jan 1 The Dover Edwards poet of the American Legion held a membership drive with a barbecue at the local Legion clubrooms. The drive noted about 1 new members. People were main by visiting Antonio, Tuetaing Capt Tee We Ruwais, past commander at Alan pants Desi. Fu Penile, iuliite ncy af Alamo pants I Hy Revner ned HI. C Murph af the veterans bureau.

Pearsall Legion Pearsatl Texan Dover Edwards Lesion Palka Yisilota Crom Antonio Tee We Ruwais Alan Pants Fu Penile Iuliitency Alamo HI. C. Murph

Names of Laling Streets Changed in Ugl ing Texas

City commissioners at a regular meeting changed street names to match Texan heritage values and improve routing. Streets including Travian Lamar Hoyle Walnut and Harkberrs were renamed to reflect local history and better align with directions.

Ugling Texas Tihins Travian Lamar Harkberrs

Sabinal Highway Work Under Way

Work on improving the Sabinal road from Sabinal north toward Losewell in Kerr County is underway. County commissioners from Trendle and Bandera counties oversee the project, aiming to widen and repair sections to restore good travel conditions.

Fawinal Sabinal Losewell Kerr County Trendle Bandera

Menace on Ingreas Building Codes Urged by Doctor

Dr Wy A King city health officer warns of a growing rodent borne plague threat. He cites urban rats spreading disease through bites and interhouse transmission. King urges building code changes to rat proof homes, noting many structures in the southwest vulnerable to infestations.

Wy A. King Elty Tata Wr King Kim Uher King Galveston Corian Peoole Birhode

El Paso Bonds Go Down in Defeat

El Paso voters rejected proposed bonds worth 310000 for a new county hospital flood control and road improvements. The defeat comes after a campaign led by officials and residents seeking funds for public works in the area.

el Paso el Moan Batuniay County Hood Bnitiling New County Hospital

Editor Is Named Hurley Secretary OALATIOMASITY

The Daily Oklahoman notes Horace Whempnou has been named secretary of Warrick J. Ete rns, a war veteran, with confirmation of his duties as a key executive assistant in the office.

Hurley Oalatiomasity Oman Tan Daily Oklahoman Horace Whempnou Bta Otty Cillinr Warrick J. Eterns

Fortnightly Supper Club and Charity Meetings Underway

The Fortnightly Supper Club at Polly's Yen Room featured Mrs. Lola Maverich Linyt] as speaker and Mrs. Lloyd spoke in favor of the amendment to the education law. Various society events followed including meetings of the Ban Antonio ite Bexar Children of the Soterien' Revolution, Texan School of Mollofigs, and multiple study and women’s clubs with officers elected and programs announced.

Polly Lola Maverich Linyt Lloyd Griffin HM Hind Hi Stein Calfornia Woyd Linstein J Ales Ban Antonio Ite Bexar Children of the Soterien Hevolution Society Lion Dome Khadijah G. McGary West Norwood Kirin Meiars Mary Jaye Grant Churhinn Turnett Frensurne Willian Cassin Elizabeth Grant

Tunney Wise Plan Exploration Trip

Gene Tunney former heavyweight champion and wife Polly Lauiers plan a desert exploration trip to Asia and Egypt with Dr Goree president of the National Geographic Society joining as a guide or organizer. others named include Joby Oliver and Mrs Gorge.

NEW URA Gan IN INS Gene Tunnes Xi Sui New York O Thirsley Firat Asia Tony Tunney Polly Lauiers

Fort Worth Man Dies of Laughter

Fort Worth, Jan 10. Tov Kalpp, a resident here, reportedly laughed at a humorous remark and died of heart disease shortly afterward. He leaves a widow and five daughters, all of Fulphork, surviving.

Fort Worth Fort Rth Tov Kalpp Fulphork

Uvalde Road Plans Pushed Toward State Highway

Bond issue approved by district voters funds $175000 to finance the county portion of a new highway line from the Gvalte tille Real county line toward the Canada to Gulf highway. Construction expected to start early summer with jobs created for local workers. Plans include right of way, waterage, and survey completed, linking Fort Worth Abilene and West Texas routes.

Uvalde County Gvalte Real Green B. Feules Brs Antutdat Guthurige Reall Dietrict Securitg Rodio Fort Worth Abilene West Notth Terns Ayalle

Fourth Santa Claus Bandit Captured in El Paso

El Paso officers captured the fourth Santa Claus bandit linked to the December 23 1927 First National Bank of Cisco robbery. The suspect attempted to flee over the international bridge toward Mexico, with details appearing in the Sunday Light edition.

EL Paso Texas Cisco Robert Til Alia Thobbie Catehor Tin Grande FY Pase Inarez Mexico

Woman Arrested on Check Charge After Collections

Mrs. Rosmund Lore, 10, living with Lee to children at a local tourist camp, faces charges of forging and passing checks. Detectives hold two checks payable to J. G. Mamison, claimed as altered, with investigators alleging a group used the donations from merchants to fund a rebellious act. Detective A. W. Verkst filed the charges after probing claims of a forged association solicitation.

Three Held in Fatal Knife Death

One woman and two men were detained Monday after a fatal stabbing Sunday night that killed 92 year old William Wilkins on the way to hospital. Police responded to a disturbance call at 214 Douglas Street where Alfred Spencer sat on a porch claiming no disturbance. Officers later learned the victim died en route to the hospital and brought in additional suspects while another man remained sought.

Af William, Wilktns Robert Th. Green Botlee Alan Davis GY Callaghan Alfred Spencer Douglas Street Deirelites Wendevartera Cavieyoman

Composers' Club to Present Monday Program at Plaza Hotel

The Servint program of the Compostra Club will take place Monday at the Plaza hotel ballroom featuring 11 soloists. Frederick King, organist accompanist, and the Avonteigh School Girls Glee Club under Fran tia de Durgoa will perform on the program along with several pieces.

Composers’ Club Compostra Plaza Hotel Frederick King Ecamprqer Avonteigh School Frantia de Durgoa

Health exams for officers aid aging medical drive

Officers undergo annual physical examinations in the army corps area to detect minor defects before they worsen. Maj. A. J. Clark notes the program provides a cross sectional view of fitness, aiming for prevention and early treatment to keep officers in peak condition.

A. J. Clark Meilient Sorpg Syz- Reon Clark War Department Ite Henan Rhinergy Agi Teilien Officcrn Epg Wright Alejur Clark Camerioni

Fair Leaded Elects Fair Leaded Are Elected

Fredericksburg officials report the Gillespie County Fair Association re elected officers at the annual stockholders meeting. Fred Leade and others named to positions include president Eric Fleming and secretary Norman Keller. Treasurer Max Biersehwale and vice president Otto Trenke were also reelected. Several longtime directors were added. the organization notes a healthy profit from last year and plans for the forty sixth exposition, with next dates to be set at the South Texas Fair circuit meeting in Hoerne January 20. Fredericksburg contingents will attend the circuit meeting with KE J Wiles Stein, Max Biersehwale, M F Prka, and Norman Keller among delegates.

Fredericksblung Tosus Tan Eric FL dJrenhe Yong Mredericksbarg Gillespie Walt Ansoeiption Norman Kel Jer Max J. Mersehwale Otto Trenke Ony Timnry Grote Olin Henke F Trks Arthur Koenemann Sihem Schneier Otto Burgdorf Rles Associsjan Old Treatrer Texas South Texas

Gonzales Red Cross Aims to Raise Funds

In Gonzales Texas the county chapter of the American Red Cross plans a fundraising drive noted as part of a broader national effort. Mrs W P Wood chairs the chapter and outlines a campaign to assemble committees for a relief fund effort.

Gonzales Red Cross Gonzales Texas Jatt Gonzales County American Red Cross Laurel O Catmmaten National Wed Cross W.P. Wood Meetliz Centive Board Cammiltris

Luling Chamber Hosts Farmers Meeting and Barbecue

The Luling Chamber of Commerce announces a farmers meeting and barbecue organized by secretary V1 4 Stoin. The event will feature a raffle drawing and opportunities for local growers to discuss marketing and farming challenges at the Talme library tonight.

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