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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1928

Page

19

Movies and Vaudeville Playbill Varies by West End Theaters

The week offers a mixed program at San Antonio and nearby venues with Len Ankeny and Boni Jennings toplining at the Texas theater and a raft of features including The Aztec and The Last Command. Marion Davies, Helene Millard, and Arthur Lowjoy star in Loose Ankles as Mound City Blue Blowers deliver vaudeville acts and a Kraft of newsreels. Descriptions note Serene and other features, with Beaumail presenting new shows and Des ert Pirate westerns on offer.

Len Boni Jennings Texas Tha Aztec Marion Davie Steves Ess Gene Lewis Majestic Bill Modza Bellamy Majussie Theater Midge Bellamy Mound City Blue Blowers Beavywick Sonia Meroff Glue Blowers Migs Meroff Vanderills Lee Herberta Thexon Harry Leva Company Low Mack Gail Kosviler Murray and Tri Krank Cornville Toogintone Lindbergh le Plane Coolidge Miss Hellamy Ples Broadway Ge Lewig Helene Millard Arthur Lowjoy Eleanor Hayden Sarah Bindies Svell San Antonio James A. Bliss Florence Saxon Tay Aie Camb

Empire The Tough Riders and Other Acts at the Empire

In San Antonio the Empire presents The Tough Riders with a cast including Colonel Tunnevelt George Raurtafl Noah Beery Mary Astor Charles Farell and Charles Ummel Mack The schedule also lists Figures Thoth Tale and a Toarmus comedy with Mody and Sonta piere plus Ravileer Toviadh WAL Do Mbawin rita qed Satins tay and an ending note about a rolet arm taken by unknown parties.

San Antonio Epier Tipper Colonel Tunnevelt George Raurtafl Noah Beery Mary Astor Charles Farell Charles Ummel Mack Thesday Wednardiy Ester Ralsto Hichard Eter Empire Ravileer Toviadh Wal Do Mbawin

Mrs. Thomas Whiffen Takes Up Flying At 82 In Detroit

Mrs. Thomas Whiffen, 52, longtime friend of the late John Drew and former co member of his last starring vehicle, is photographed in Detroit after her first plane ride. She is described as an addict now.

Thomas Whiffen John Drew Detroit

Officer Asks Glubfrovs Boy Mentors Youth Dime Plan

Chief of To Hor Taek Rap appeals to citizens to fund a youth aid program. Mr Rapp says boys gather at workshops and plan activities, but face petty offenses and distractions. He envisions a recreation center with books games and supervised space to steer youths toward constructive pursuits.

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Plan Turkey Trot Circus At Local Fairgrounds

A fragmented OCR item describes a turkey trot circus planned with entertainment, sign-in purine, and underwriting by Merchants of the city. It mentions Buckinl imeys in a film role and a New York district story, with various misread names and details.

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Death of McAllen Man Still at 110 Years Old

An obituary notes McAllen resident Themitos Jug Basques died December 24, 1527, at age 110 in the city precincts. Born June 24, 1817, he witnessed Mexico’s shift from empire to republic and the early Texas history. He was known for engaging conversation, especially with the younger generation, amid a calm, crowded scene at the end.

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Many Pecan Trees Planted in Yards of Elgin Homes

Elgin residents have embraced pecan trees as both productive and ornamental. In a surge of plantings across yards from upscale residences to modest homes, pecan trees have become a common feature, transforming streetscapes with shade and harvest potential.

Elgin Rees Bamas

San Saba Expansion Aims to Boost Conference Attendance

In San Saba an initiative by the Extension Department seeks to raise attendance for county school activities through an outreach program. The effort, tied to the AULA conference and regional gatherings, targets broader participation across local districts.

San Saba Aula Tanity Te Tigver Il Ruent Extenadion Department Dolestational Harvestor

Shrine Honors Sinton Banker

Sinton Texas January 25 W di Sparks, president of the Conmocvial Siadte Invuk of Sinton, attended a ceremonial event with state and local dignitaries to recognize a longtime banker for community service.

Sinton Tex W. di Sparks Nerve Yiye Conmocvial Siadte Invuk Bea Wwe Magne Cig Mbentas Diogmetat Gouiell Eld Gu Milani Wiig i Ali

Farmers of Valley Sle Harlingen

Farmers in Valley and Harlingen report shipments rising with over 100 carloads moving out weekly. Cabbage prices have climbed, traders expect a price range around 25 to 30 cents, while total shipments for the season may exceed 20,000 carloads. New Interstate Commerce Commission rate schedules will affect freight, boosting rates for Valley outbound traffic to southern markets.

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Editor Seeks State Office Candidate Promotes Platform

A garbled text item reports a journalist named Banada or Ian Friemhs seeking a Texas state office. It mentions a San Sabo News editor and publisher involved in a party or campaign, a San Antonio reunion, and references to political platform materials. The piece is incoherent but centers on a candidate outlining policies and urging honest conduct.

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Unclear OCR: Lahm Return Delayed in Cloudy Forecast

Fragmentary report notes Lahm to return here with hop delayed amid vague references to lamb losses, St Antonio Fork, and multiple named figures. Mentions Trainme centers, Aly Corps, and Cath at Mareh fink with unclear plot and flight details.

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Victimized Business Men Weather Young Con Man

Jan 23. A well dressed young man in Mission duped local businessmen with promises of deals, selling pipes and timber. He paid with checks, handed ash, and fled, later returning to collect more funds before officers tracked his vague road plans and vanished.

Tome Meteaux Theos Beer Souk Atole

Farm Terracing Gains With Elgin LIAS and Agents

Farmers collaborate with Elgin LIAS and agents to terrace land, improve drainage, and increase yields. The effort, supported by cooperative guidance and new materials, shows promising results for soil conservation and neighborly sharing of techniques.

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Chicago Hopes AIU Sanctions Pel tzer Over NGO Links

Amid confusing text, the piece references CHICAGO seeking AIU sanctions against an individual Pel tzer over NGO associations. Mentions strides by officials and related figures, with timing notes pointing to spring events and meetings.

Chicago A.A.U Peltzer

Short Flip See Winner In Troubled Race

Gary Tal Tai and two others competed in a hazy race as a young valor from Amey secured a surprising victory. The scene was chaotic with unclear details and a focus on the standout shortcat jumps and long caveen performance amid the crowd.

Gary Tal Tai Amey

California and Texas cattle and sheep trade in unsettled west

The report notes Biggs and others moving cattle across California and Kansas, with extensive western exploration and ranching. It mentions sheep and goat aims, a Texas Anglers show, county activity in Lasite and Mes pole, and local figures like Mrs. John Walker and A Ward.

Market Roundup Notes Berry Prices and Crop Mentions

Local market blurbs reference prices around 13 and 31.10 for strawberries and peppers. Report mentions Betty, Amy, and other names in a fragmented harvest update with general wholesale tone and pricing cues at farming and produce stalls.

Local Produce Prices and Places From an Old Market Page

A garbled OCR style market listing mentions tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, and apples with various prices and vendors. It references places like Waragas and Bexar, and mentions individuals such as Shipman and Jody, with scattered notes about produce quality and local vendors.

Census report hints at regional shifts in population

Fragmented OCR text suggests a census based narrative mentioning regions and movement. Key named areas and figures are unclear due to corruption, but the item centers on population data and geographic references from a census.

Sooners Fall Short in Cage Race Moments of Chaos

A murky recap notes Oklahoma Sooners struggles in a chaotic cage race with scattered references to players and venues. It mentions efforts from several teams, including Oklahoma and Illinois entities, but the text is garbled and lacks clear outcomes or dates. The overall tone suggests a fragmented sports blurb with missing specifics.

Traders Play In Big Ten Rivalry At Carmine Dome

A garbled account of a Big Ten game reports intense play, crowd reactions, and key sequences. Players from multiple teams clash as the lead changes hands and coaches issue directives amid a tense arena atmosphere.

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