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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1931
Page
3
The display features cotton frocks, organdy and linen gowns, with market trends toward simple colors and patterns. Evening dresses show bright ribbons and trims, while daytime outfits emphasize pleats, belts, and economical teenswear. Long skirts, varying sleeve lengths, and waistline fits reflect evolving fashion taste.
Infantry Band will perform the famous catechism serenade for artillerymen during a Saturday morning review at Fort Sam Houston. First since 1937 aeleromen of the Second division join Brig. Gen. Halstead Dorey in leading a parade of batteries with the Twenty third and Ninth infantry in position to salute their creviet, as orders direct.
A man in a green hat faced jury summons in Washington to report for service on the first Monday in February. He was charged with illicit liquor possession and distraction with illegal activities, and prosecutors noted his arrest and the published accusations against him.
Police and federal agents hunt New York con artist Nicky Arnstein linked to a $60,000 to $207,000 loss in a swindle case. Edward Tilinger, wealthy board of review member, and others tied to the Springfield hotel incident are under investigation as possible leads.
A fragmentary notice describes a proposed auto license sub-station for the municipal auditorium basement. It references state finance and city officials including Maverick and Bardwell, with unclear dates and procedural notes about payments and offices.
Minutes of the 1931 Chamber of Commerce show Jack N. Pillot as emeritus chairman Reagan Houston as chairman and Ellis Cheney as vice chairman Donés notes the department secret. Jones said the detach ment will send small delegations to all monthly and annual Flambées meetings in San Antonio. A committee headed by Melvin August will arrange a spring trade rally for merchants in the city area with participants including Qbaglea Behwartz A U Prucha Tenry Cave C A Hudson Malrese Tlolmeceen and Pitluk.
A man, sought on liquor charges, was arrested early Friday after a fruitless dodge. Indicted in October, he appeared before U.S. Commissioner Daal A. Lockhart with Deputy Marshals John Yoon and Willa Johnson present. He denied guilt at first but later admitted his real name when confronted with papers.
Cate Trouss a brickmason and painter died Thursday at his mother's home in Lytle Texas Funeral services will be conducted at the Swag Home by Pastor of the Leste Baptist Church and Atascorn lodge No 270 A P and A S T in which he was an active member Burial will be in Lytle Cemetery under the care of Sian Antonio In charge. He is survived by his mother Mrs Tanita Francl a sister Mrs Bisin Tohnaon of Arhets and a brother W BR Howse of Sender.
The Surety Firm reports expansion connected to the inaugural convention at Pleas hotel Beldey with about 100 representatives from Colorado and Texas attending. A Friday dinner dance followed a directors meeting. officers listed include Charles T. Becker president and R H Fried vice president. A trip to the Rio Granite valley was made by delegates with Porter Wheley delivering an address.
Mexican motorists in Laredo face a new duty rule as a Mexican government reform requires drivers to present international permits and pay double tax when buying gas across the border. The measure, enacted last January, was just begun to enforce, impacting Mexican-owned cars linked to Western transport firms.
City hall reports a split over repairing the market house with a fifth commissioner’s views unclear. Perk Commissioner Jacob Rudolt says he will favor repairs, but details are uncertain as talks continue about the project status and funding.
Harold Burne and James Princl charged with transporting a stolen automobile from Fiocida to Seguin. They appeared before United States Commissioner Pan A Lockhart, bonds set at 1000 dollars each, unable to post. Sheriff Albert Jae arrested them in Guadalupe County. deputies delivered them for arraignment. Both entered not guilty pleas and remain in custody.
A jumble of dance ads lists various venues and acts including Gus and His Columbians and Becks Orchestra. Scheduled dances appear for January 23 and 24 with mentions of prizes, early bird offers, and silent auction style promotions in multiple towns.
Investment of ten million or more announced by Tortur A. Whaley of the chamber of commerce and Buckman of Madison. George of the Interstate Police Service company plans to learn negotiations. The move centers on water rights irrigation projects and the state’s large electric power system. Chamber representatives will confer with Duckman and George Sniveday morning.
Fragmented OCR item discusses eye care and glasses advice. Mentions Dr J J Osborn and options for vision problems. Includes caution against trying to rush glasses and implies there is no cost for some service.
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