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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1931

Page

12

Twinned Stars Weiss and Violet Hilton Seek Freedom

The Hilton sisters Weiss and Violet, famed Siamese twins, urge the public not to misjudge them as they fight custody, insisting they seek true freedom rather than publicity. They outline Europe as a planned first stop and express they will remain in show business for some time. Their manager Mrs Myer and the Ninety fourth District court feature in ongoing custody petitions.

Felix M'Knight Weiss Violet Hilton Wip Pet Mror Myer Ninety-fourth District Court Elvin Vielee Hife Europe San Antonio Myer Mrerr Maaggee Einre Tug Puety Plhior Moury

Sterling Elected Texas Governor Sets Economic Course

Sterling outlines his economic program and calls for harmony among state departments, urging tax relief for farmers, expanded education, and conservation of mineral resources and waterways. Moody praises Sterling and urges legislative cooperation to build Texas.

Sterling Austin Texas Sts Dan Moody State Department Storfsman Trinity Austen JR. Witt Kons Terax

Three Bullet Wounds Found in Missing Teacher

In Fort Morgan Cotodin three bullet wounds were found in the body of Misa Enid Marriott recovered from ice in Wijau canal near Kart Morgan. A doctor described wounds entering from the right side near the breastbone and exiting the right side. Police say Marriott was murdered.

Fort Morgan Cotodin Misa Enid Marriott Wijau Kart Morgan Cormer L. H. Parker Walker Marriott Hadeen

Fisherman Found Adrift on Padre Island

A fisherman, 43 miles below Corpus Christi, was found yesterday on Padre Island by a beach patrol after being adrift in the open gulf in a 16 foot craft. The man, identified as a local fisher, was brought ashore following a weekend fishing trip.

Corpus Cluny Lexus Jon McCoy Iisdee Island Corpua? i Werate

Gandhi loses eight pounds in prison fare report

In Amadabad India a report states Mahatma Gandhi was reduced by eight pounds while confined at Verrahi Poon. The brief dispatch notes diminished weight during the period of detention with minimal detail on causes or conditions.

Mahatma Gandhi Ammadabad India Mahanis Gandhi Verrahi Poon

Relief Wheat Bill Approval Irks Relief Efforts

The article notes approval of the Relief Wheat Bill by congressional committee action and mentions federal funds for wheat relief. It references officials and agencies involved and indicates ongoing debates on the measure and its implementation.

National Furniture Warehouse Convention Opens in San Antonio

Representatives from all sections of the United States attend the four day annual convention at the Guilder hotel in San Antonio. About 250 members join officers including President Viktsburgh Pa., Secretary J Hicks, and others from St. Louis Oakland Chicago and more. A side show luncheon and a party are planned with talks on the convention agenda and closing addresses scheduled for Saturday.

United States San Antonio National Furniture Warehouse Socialinn Assemlal Guulter Hotel Sesson Weestut Jr PL Keeway Viktsburgh J. 2 Hicks Jackson Mihs Maria Neillinghous St. Louis Morveys Tyon Oakland

China Tightens Camera Rules for Tourists

Swangmal, Jun 20 report that tourists must obtain permission before photographing in China. Officials discourage images of bound feet hats and naked children, asserting such pictures harm national interests.

Swangmal China

Optometrists Plan Fetes for Wives in San Antonio

Women accompanying their husbands to the National Association of Optometrists convention in San Antonio June 27 will be entertained with tours, a dinner dance at the Gunter hotel, a Creator party, sightseeing tours, and shopping trips. Mrs. Nelson Gree man leads the Texas group as president.

National Association of Optometrists San Antonio Valles Nelson Greeman Texas Group

Curtain Fire Damages Home on San Steves Street

A curtain ignited by a gas heater caused a fire at the home of Mrs. Maria Maria at 125 Sonrl San Steves street. Firemen reported damage estimated at $15 with the blaze quickly brought under control.

I Gag Baater Maria Maria Sonrl San Steves TiesTny Mori

Hoover Reports On National Situation

A terse, official sounding memo notes a thorough study by a representative team. It declares gains recognized and preserved, while differences among members remain temperate and judicial, aiming to stimulate public focus and thought.

Elaylti Suerbert

Italy Birth Rate Shows Increase in 1930 Census

Italy's birth rate rose to 26 per 1000 in 1930 from 24 per 1000 in 1929, with total births up by 44,708 over the previous year. The census release indicates a slight increase in the country’s birth statistics.

Italy Liie Cate Itall

Inaugural Attendance Noted At Itésy Sterling Event

Four Sinn Antonian attendees named Milstead and others were present for the noon Monday inaugural event at Itésy Sterling.

Sterling Sinn Antonian

Babies Gain When Guarded From Constipation

An advertisement extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for infant constipation and gentle relief. It claims a physician with a record of 3600 births without loss endorses the product. The copy targets parents and women, noting safety and broad use for all ages.

Bary Dr. Galdwell

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Warra Medical Smate Toma Kons Dr. Blosser San Intonio’s Cime 2 Sis Franteat Seabee Hares Heleno Wisi Bedell Building Crockett CM. Curzon Texas Supreme Court Alerubon Myra Sean Spain Moody Dam Governnir Tran Meddy Stvas S. Sterling Muoly Polijeman Mie Jie Esas Padre Island LEA & Perrins A. Parley Optometrists Hoover Ly Caldwell General Motors M. A.C Chanais Pontiac Mich Priot Broadway Motor Truck Sales Company E. Watson San Antonio, Texas
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