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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1937

Page

20

Wrestler Hammonds Promotes Offshore Fishing Trip Debate

In a noisy waterfront discussion, promoter Ralph Hammonds defends pro wrestling as a sport and contrasts fixed grunts with genuine technique. A skeptical observer questions pay disparities and the integrity of matches while the crowd debates showmanship versus authenticity. The dialogue touches famous figures and hints at broader intrigues in wrestling during a charged public forum.

Ralph ‘Hawihonds United States Mexico Hammards

Publicity Chairman for Lodge No 95 Resigns

George Carney resigned as publicity chairman of Lodge No 95 on Thursday. No successor had yet been appointed.

Lodge George Carney

Boy Burglars Nabbed After Citywide Pattern

San Antonio police reported a gang of boys behind a string of burglaries over several weeks. A 13 and a 4 year old admitted involvement and led officers to their leader captured at the Davili store after entering through a window. Police credited the arrests to Officers PLM Wright and AL G. Lankford.

San Antonio Frank Davili Selo Berre Soledad Alan Phimbing Navarre Street Crocket Wes Commerce Street

TEXHa MANGE ARREST 24 IN DA RAIDS

Twenty four people faced gaming charges in Justice of the Peace courts after raids on downtown poker rooms. Elks Club and taxi-dance venue raided on Main, due to gambling operations on the sixth floor. Defendants include C. Constatue and J. B. Date among others. several released on bond after arraignment.

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Fire Damage Report Comically Vague Brick Cause Noted

A fire at the home of Heemen Schill on WA South St Marys street caused no damage to the house itself. A brick chimney or center wall fractured, smashing a hole in the roof at Probert Seaton on Malate road. No injuries reported.

Heemen Schill South St Marys Shursdar Jl Chinitiey al Ha Schmitt Sud

Youth Injured in Fall From Bicycle at Green Hospital

Aled Kodher, 18, of 127 Hoet Ren avenue Wis, was injured Thursday after falling from a bicycle at Robsit 4 Green hospital. He received treatment for injuries and is listed in stable condition.

Aled Kodher Hoet- Ren Avenue Wis Robsit 4 Green Hospital

Remodeling of Washington Church Approaches Finish

In a handful of days the public will see the remodeled Washington church as Mrs Lotte Sigil and Henry T Plints architect outline the closing stages. Access will be limited to views of the chapel while restoration runs its course. The new roofing and firstone finish are near completion and work on the copper roof resumes after delays. Phelps notes stone surround for the area near the state park will begin soon.

Mai Mountain Dean Tia Hin Dean Win Alain Yisildes Lele Thes Lotte Sigil Ctenodias Henry T. Plintps Phelps Alama State Park

Fire at Williams home endangers pet and family

A blaze at 402 North Flores street, started after a pet allegedly caused by a match, alarmed 17 year old Miss Williams and her parents Thad, 16. Neighbors report the pet dog and a leather jacket misplaced in the scene. Firefighters contained the fire as smoke woke the household and prompted evacuation.

Mighgel Michaela Hlesnar Williams Misa Wilkiains Wilkins Srson Willams North Flores Street Ie Pet Au Combanion Nictae Ab Miss Williams Ibsather Thad Willy Lgarden

Liberal Judaism Topic to Be Explored by Rabbi Frisch

Rabbi Eghraiht Frisch plans a talk on Liberal Judaism Surveyed at Temple Bethexi this Friday. The event will feature an overview of liberal Jewish ideas and traditions, framed by the speaker’s insights and followed by a related program at Temple Bethexi on 10490 nearby.

Eghraiht Frisch Will Spest IR G Temple Bethexi

City's Face Washed Mud War Declared

The city authorities ordered a sidewalk cleaning after an injury to Mrs. M. Spector, 58, of 210 South Mesquite, prompting firemen and police to wash downtown streets amid ten years of poor conditions. City officials urged merchants to clean sidewalks as well.

Ping Ard Phil Wright Duyntown Wright Tne Merchaasts M. Spector

Dr Webb to Preach at First Baptist San Antonio

Dr. Webb, new pastor of the First Baptist Church in San Antonio, will deliver his first sermon Sunday morning. A native of Arkansas, he has pastored in Pitty Bluth for several years and served on the Arkansas State Baptist convention executive board. He is active in the Southern Baptist executive committee.

Baptist San Antonio Arkansas Webb Ask Chyrel Pity Bluth Ark Inchiveh Arkansas State Baptist Con Venton Wibblie

San Antonians Named to Attending Travelers' Protective Directors

Three San Antonians will attend a meeting of the Texas division of the Travelers' Protective Association in Beaumont Friday and Saturday. They are Oscar Holekacnp, site director for the Post Op. Dadge Ferry 3. Robertson, chairman of the state legislative committee. and Arthur Bere cheir.

San Antonians San Antonihy Texas Beaumont Dadge Ferry Rovertson Arthur Bere Cheir Oscar Holekacnp Frany Post

Gandhi Quits Party Shocks Bombay Political Scene

In Bombay on January 21 Mobardas EK Gandhi, a prominent leader of the nationalist movement, publicly announced his resignation from the party. The surprise move follows rising tensions within the organization and concerns over leadership direction. Local officials and party members awaited further clarification on the future of the movement and Gandhi’s role.

Bombay India Mobardas EK Gandhi Mmrca

Hepburn to Wed Race King at Cinticagco Today

Reports say Katharine Hepburn and William Hampstead Hughes will marry at Cinticagco this day with county officials confirming. Photographs and stage crew observed outside the theater while Miss Hepburn attended rehearsals for Jane Eyre.

Cinticagco Howard Wighes Kathrine Hepburn Jasbment Dyer Hole Hughes Chicago New York Hepburn

Vibrant octogenarian weaves quilts for descendants in Laredo

Mrs. Vincenta Verrarial, aging 85, embraces life as she sews quilts for 18 orphans and many descendants. She recalls losing sight in one eye yet proudly handles her needle alone. Her home at 109 Morales street hosts a bustling family history.

Vincenta Verrarial Anoldster Verrarial Laredo Morales Hay Verearial Hind Juid Fhvishert Cardenas Ieee

Protestant Home Officers Elected

Officers were elected at the Protestant Home during a Wednesday meeting. Walt Ursdag Nee Deen was named president, with Chittin, Chanthers, and Dayik Ben Beth as vice presidents. R.A. Richey, Conn Milbuci, A. J. Miller, and Jatin Bollers named for secretarial roles. Mys Tile Broads appointed superintendent. Annual reports show 164 children cared for at the home.

Ars. T Walt Ursdag Opphaos EB Chittin Dayik Ben Beth Mra R.A. Richey Conn Milbuci A. J. Miller Jatin Bollers Onn Mys Tile Broads Fai

Taxi Driver Robbed by Two Passengers in City Incident

Police reported that taxi driver Al Bren of the Black And White Taxi, 17 West Pecan, was robbed Thursday by two male passengers near the Babcock ad area. The duo produced pistols, took his keys, a ring, and $5.35, then fled in a car parked near the scene. Later, officers spotted the vehicle on the Babcock road and began a pursuit.

al Bren

Second Semester Registrations Set for Twenensle Word

Registration notices announce second semester enrollments at Twenensle Word with dates January 24 and 30. Classes will begin promptly with adjustments noted for student schedules.

Twenensle Hursday

Lindbergh Film Shown At Club Meeting

Classified ads detail a Lindbergh film for a club meeting at Gunterbol. Also listed are sale or trade items including a bungalow for sale, furnished and unfurnished apartments, a 1995 Tismouth deluxe coupe for $535, a rowboat motor priced at $25, and mahogany dressers with pine mugs for $150 each, with various classifications and contact notes.

Lindbergh Tanglerreh Gunterbol Tismouth Consult Chassification

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