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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1937
Page
12
A jumble of personal recollections and local curiosities includes mentions of JEROVAH'S WITNESSES, Humphrey Price, and figures like Adolphus Hotel in Nas, Buck Hayden, and Marty Schwartz. The piece recalls Arkansas visitors, Mexican food in Ban Antonio, mineral baths at Hot Wells, and Park Commissioner Rubiwin's elk display, all embedded in miscellaneous reminiscences.
A mashed excerpt lists personal asides about Elving Fowler a businesswoman and mentions old records and a tear jerker titled The Prisuer's Song. It notes someone offering $2 for a thing and questions about imported goods marked Made In Japan. Readers name Bob and Charles Moses and Ben Gersdorf in varied past roles, now in local business.
The Rev Walter Dibrelt will address Sit-down Strikers in the city at Alame Methedi church on Sunday at 7. The talk will cover labor, faith, and community responses to worker actions in the area.
The Rev. John E Hummon of Chicago will speak at Bethany Evangelical and Reformed Church located at East Martia and Kendall streets at 10 45 Sunday. Rev F W Schucter, pastor, has announced the event.
San Antonio area high schools and colleges prepare for Saturday rifle matches across junior and senior divisions. Competitors from St Marys University Texas Military Institute Central Catholic High School and others vie for top team honors and individual medals. Winners receive championship medals gold pins and a folded billfold award while top cadets earn first second and third place medals.
Paul A. Ker a former pastor will speak at 4 bishops crusade meeting at the church at 12 a m Friday. Prominent speakers include Bishop W N Ainsworth Bishop B A Boaz Dr C Yong president of Soochow University Dr W G Cran and P Rawls. A women’s testing will be held Friday afternoon. The crusade meeting resumes at 4 p m for a minute consecration service.
A. M. Surtier, 44, of Peninsula, Ohio, surrendering as a voluntary prisoner, said he fled Akron for forgery charges. He claimed to have left Akron in August and to have visited New Orleans and Dallas before recent idle stops, while joking about dancing and racing at Alamo Downs. Cartier stated he wants to return, noting authorities decide his fate. Also referenced is Scott Kolk, Universal actor and former Charleston instructor aboard a presidential yacht.
The Teacat YGIi Presbyterian Church plans Austin College Day on Sunday led by Pastor A. Brand. The Synod of Texas committee aims to set aside the day to raise funds for the college, collecting 348,000 dollars. Dr. Boimd serves on the campaign committee.
A driver escaped injury when his car burst into flames on the Malt Berger road near Alao Heights. Police report two small fires set within the wreckage and a near total vehicle destruction. A former dancer Gesac Ramerd and Universal star Tala Breil are mentioned in unrelated notes.
Rabbi Levinson will deliver the morning sermon at Temple Beth-Et Saturday at 10:30. President of the board of Jewish ministers of greater New York Samuel Levimson or Broddyn is noted among the speakers. Rabbi Ephraim Friseh’s Sunday night will be a survey titled Web eral dudaism Surveyed.
Fragmented political critique from Arthur U Ruga about Democrats and Republicans, noting campaign finance claims and misrepresentation in Washington. Mentions a high figure for mill income and voter reach, with sarcastic remarks on party strategies and trust.
Sunday Morning notices urge readers to place ads in the Sunday Light. Call Fannin 2233 or the Want Ad counter on Broadway at Wirth Street. Ads accepted until 6 p.m. Saturday.
The Rev. F. A. Nestor was named chairman of the San Antonio Lutheran Pastors, serving a fifth year, and Rev. A. Falkenbere was re elected vice chairman for a third term. A pastors convention of the American Lutheran churches met recently and, with the Lutheran Men’s American club, sponsored a showing of the Life of Christ at Tech Flea school auditorium at 3 pm and 7 30 pm Sunday January 31. The public is invited.
An old city clerks clock on the east wall of the city attorney’s office began ticking again after 12 years of silence due to internal ailment from lack of cleaning. Consultation occurred and prognosis is good with expectant return to work soon.
Metnerny headed the Resay County Water Central and Improvement district No 1 to Los Angeles Terrace. Other officers elected were CG. B. Yandall, vice president, J. T. Capp bell, secretary, and W. F Bug and G. A. Fitts, directors. Metnerny succeeded Muge as president.
A quirky feature describes how guests rate their pets experience at Hotel 5000, noting services like Tosni heard and water service for transient and resident dog guests. The piece hints the unusual service is very popular among canine visitors.
The Plaza Patage hotel for dogs reports few vacancies as guests endure a busy period. Ten-year-old Lady, a German police slog, is hospitalized though her room sits empty. Mrs. Carl H. Wilcox owns Lady, and most dogs enjoy walks and grooming while their owners insist on attentive care.
Two women were injured in auto incidents Saturday. Mary Michaud, 24, of 417 Columbus Street, suffered possible internal injuries after being struck at the North Santa Rosa and Gallows intersection. Mary Matthies, 85, of 1207 South Presn Street, received treatment at Robert Green Hospital after being struck by a hit and run driver Friday night.
Hayess is guest speaker for the morning hour at the Harlandale Church of the Nazarene led by Rev C Henson superintendent of the San Antonio district The Pay Lela H Hartletd will preach at the evening hour.
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