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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1936
Page
13
Albuquerque city commissioners ordered a local theater to change its plans to present Tobacco Road this Saturday and instructed police to prevent the production from being exhibited within the gummits.
An advertisement extols Black-Draught as a reliable laxative for constipation and related symptoms. It includes a Lexington Georgia user testimonial praising relief after meals and children's dosing, urging readers to follow directions and try the product.
A home remedy promises quick relief for a distressing cough with no cooking required. It uses granulated sugar, water, and pine tar extract, claiming triple action to soothe membranes, loosen phlegm, and ease breathing, with a money back offer if not pleasing.
Smith, now in exile, issues a public appeal urging Texans to back his fight against a rival council. He defends his actions, condemns the council as corrupt, and calls for an impartial probe while warning of a looming crisis as Texas guards and resources are stretched.
Police report several thefts including a purse with 20 and a $1400 note from a beauty shop, small trunk with clothing and a watch from a parked car, a purse and coat, boots, jewelry valued at 7050, and two cases of beer at various locations such as the Lander and Gunter hotels and Plaza hotel. Names include Mrs J Edge Joe Mullins Mrs G Rische J A Hoover Mrs L D Cooper Walter Haag and others.
Georgetown explorers report definite traces in the South American jungle of missing American flier Paul Redfern. Art Williams, leader of one search group, says traces indicate the aviator landed nearby recently during the 1937 intercontinental flight.
New Orleans returns show Long aligned candidates leading by up to 40,000 votes in the Democratic primary. In New Orleans, Long supporters won by about 68,000 as 144,090 votes were cast. Unofficial governor totals list Leche 104,045 and Dear 29,985 with broader returns: Leche 127,389 and Dear 47,233. Long loyalists hailed the result as vindication and endorsement of wealth plans, while anti-Long leaders tempered comments pending fuller tallies. The piece notes the empire Long built and outlines expected appointments and races, including lieutenant governor, senate, and a potential Supreme Court vacancy, with Earl Long and others in key positions.
Treasury Secretary Morgenthau warned the Senate finance committee that 11.536 billion dollars in treasury financing is projected by June 30, 1937, with a possible 5.5 billion dollar deficit. Refinancing maturing notes and bonds totals 4.8 billion, equating to about 380 dollars per U S family.
A 35 year old poltical worker Gene Gi was shot and seriously wounded as he emerged from a voting place. A man identified as Whitey Schultz was booked on related charges. In New York a weekly review notes iron and steel demand remains spotty with ingot production at 30 percent capacity for the third straight week.
Odessa January 22 1938 Rangers led by Captain RG Hawkins confiscated 15 slot machines in raids on cafes barber shops and groceries. Several men were arrested in connection with the operation.
A vintage ad promotes FASTEETH denture powder claiming it keeps false teeth securely in place without gum or paste taste. It touts a pleasant breath and compares favorably to prior products, urging readers to buy at Sommeta drug store and other outlets.
London dispatch reports the Japanese cruiser Yubart was ordered from Amoy to the killing scene of a Japanese officer by Chinese forces. Reuters says the move could bring serious consequences. A classified ad offers a job in Broad way at Tufth street with pay half-value.
A vintage ad notes people seek cures for stomach pain and sourness. It highlights Pope’s Diapepsin as a candylike tablet that eases distress after meals, promising faster stomach emptying and more eating freedom. The copy urges remembering the product name.
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