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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1933

Page

9

Adventurous duo to chase Genghis Khan myth across Asia

Larkin, visiting San Antonio, plans a third globe trip backed by Field Museum and Harvard. He and Dr. Sven Hedin aim to follow Khan’s route from Pekin to Peiping, practicing Boy Scout knots as they seek the tomb of the great conqueror.

Field Museum Chicago Harvard Clas Sven Hedin Hedin T Himalayas Central Asia Peiping Pekin Thomas the Roy Explorer China Harold Lamb Genghis Khan Khan Otto Kahn Alexanderex Napoleon J. Shelby McNee Thibet India Afghanistan Persia Arabia Vienna Austria Larkin Dr. Hedin Onol Curzon Pot Egypt Lord Curgan King Tut

Everest bid by Larkin for last great unconquered summit

A fragmentary report recalls explorers Larkin and Dr Hedin chasing Khan era myths. It notes Larkin plans to climb Mount Everest before the great Indian monsoon, facing a 14,900 foot wall and thin air as spring gales roil the region.

Nellie Larkin Everest Waliery

Greatest mountaineer of all iron and English expedition

The article recalls the 1925 tragedy of Irvine and a partner near a summit with unclear causes of death, noting debate over oxygen loss or a fall. It mentions a coming English expedition planned for after the monsoon, aiming to climb a 27,000-foot peak with 200 men and extensive gear.

Irvine Ool Woome Jurkin Englin

Man Struck by Own Vehicle in Town Street Accident

A 47 year old man from Town Street was injured when his ute moved and struck him. He was treated at Robert B. Green Hospital. By morning he suffered pelvic and other injuries. Emergency responders aided at the scene.

Wile Gene John Iotle Town Street Rober B. Green Hospital Neila

Spendthrift You Won’t Grow Up By Beatrice Fairfax

An analysis of the spendthrift personality, detailing how a man who never grows up drains everyone around him. The piece traces his charm, reckless borrowing, and perpetual failure to keep money, ending with familial support and a hint at next in the series.

Beatrice Fairfax Fabinie Fiveryatie Cor Mer Monte Curlo World Bank Olta Peter Pati

Businessmen to discuss problems at weekly forum

Four businessmen will discuss modern problems at a weekly forum and symposium hosted by the Young People’s League of Congregation Agudas Achim. Speakers include Walter Napier, H J Ochs, Sylvia Gang, and Roy T Goodwin. The event is open to the public.

Ettelar Young People’s League of Congregation Agudas Achim Bils P. m Hebrew Meticule Mainscene Quincy Street Walter Napier Alamo Nylonal Bank H. J. Ochs Wall? and Marx Company Sylvia Gang Roy T. Goodwin Bexar County Medical Association Willam Alter

Hill Loses Ranger Chaplain Commission

Dr P B Hill pastor of Lyn Prest Parabyterian church had his ranger chaplain commission revoked by Governor Miriam A Ferguson after two years in the role. He expressed confusion over potential appointment and whether petitions would be filled at RIL.

Woman Guilty in Fatality in Negligent Homicide Case

Mrs. Margaret Davis of 500 Lamar street was found guilty by Judge McCollum Burnett in county trial No. 1 of negligent homicide for the death of Edna Polhemus on February 2, 1992 at South Alamo and Guenther. She received $100 fine, costs, and one hour in jail, with sentence served in sheriff's office. Polhemus, a well known dress shop operator at 11 Alamo plaza, was exploring municipal music ties.

Margaret Tavis Lamar Street McCollum Burnett Tourleal-Law No Edna Polhemus Crofton Street Davis South Alamo Guenther Cifion Miss Polhemus San Antonio Alamo Plaza Jorge Burnell Myrtle Wilsom San Luis Street Strikig L. ©. Acosta Ruiz Street Jatiey North Colorado Rwe

Victim Stabbed by Three Assailants

A man named P Ewing, 32, of 109 Burnett Fleet, was stabbed by three assailants on Tuesday. He was taken to Robert B. Green hospital with stab wounds and is expected to recover.

P Ewing Burnett Fleet Robert B. Green Hospital

Urge Woman for Cabinet Named as Possible Roosevelt Pick

Movement led by Frank C. Davis to appoint Mrs. Nelle Taylor Ross, former Governor of Wyong, to Roosevelt's cabinet gains support from over twenty Democratic Halligan committeemen. Davis lists endorsements and notes discussions with high ranking Democrats about Mrs. Ross receiving an official nomination.

Nelle Taylor Ross Wyong Franklin D. Roosevelt Frank C. Davis la Antonio Davis Halligan Ross Judke Gr. Taytoe Heather Aloka Roosevelt

Baxter, wife stop ins to New Orleans vacation

Warner Baxter, moving picture actor, and his wife were en route to New Orleans then Jacksonville and Harayana for a brief vacation. He spoke of recently completing a film and starting another, noting they were taking a side trip during downtime. Vern Gordon, a movie actress, greeted Baxter at the station.

Warner Baxter San Antonio Florida Havana Vera Gordon Mrs. Baxter Cuba Moving Picture New Orleans Jacksonville Havyane Southern Pacific Tna Haryana Vern Gordon Aotress Baxter

Life Managers to Install Lawrence as New President

San Antonio Life Managers club to install J. L. Lawrence as president and Eph Goldstein as vice president at the February meeting. Officers include Gres son King secretary treasurer and Harry D. St. John P.O. Cramer F. RB. Vincent W. H. Chiklers Claude R. Fuquay as directors. A luncheon at the Gunter hotel February 1 will host all San Antonio managers and visiting agents as part of a one day sales conference by Southwest Texas Tie Underwriters association. Matthew Brown named arrangements chairman. February 2 will feature out of town insurers and managers including Frank M. Lee Louis George E Lackey and Hie Childre. J. T. Lawrence and OG. P. Schnabel named auditing committee.

Tounstall Lawrence San Antonio Mon- Gay J. L. Lawrence Eph Goldstein Gresson King Harry D. St. John P.O. Cramer F. RB. Vincent W. H. Chiklers Claude R. Fuquay Gunter Hotel Southwest Texas Tiee Underwriters’ Association Matthew’ Brown Frank M, Lee Louis George E Lackey Oklahoma Gily Hie Childre Dallas Out of Lown J.T. Lawrence OG. P. Schnabel

Flying Tank a New War Weapon Revolutionizes Warfare

A designer, J Walter Clivittie, unveils a flying tank claimed to attach to aircraft or fly independently. Two models, three and five and a half tons, claim speeds up to 120 mph in flight and 40 mph on caterpillar wheels. Inventor and wife spent about 4.5 million dollars on tests as defense leaders weigh its potential.

David F. Sentner Arit J. Waller Tas Christie Aliop Douglas MacAeathur Christie Funka Bauts Tussen

Seguin Highway Work Launch Faces Preliminary Road Prep

Preliminary work on the Be county stretch of the Seguin highway has begun. District engineer J. G. Rollilts announced Tuesday that soil treatment along the route must be completed before construction can proceed.

Seguin Tias J. G. Rollilts State Highway Department Jins

Three Dog Bite Victims Treated at Green Hospital

Police report injuries from dog bite incidents on Shawer Street and nearby areas. Victims include Alonzo and Mane, with one severely hurt. records list addresses on Flores and Comey streets.

Traal Robert B. Green Wig Sharer Street North Flores Street Alonzo

Duchess D Ansia to Attend Fiesta de San Jacinto in April

The Duchess D alista of Rome will join the Fiesta de San Jacinto in April in San Antonio. The Fiesta Association voted to invite her, Italian minister Italo Bpibo, a corps of Italian fliers, and a tailed party, with Mayor C M Chambers to extend invitations. The Duchess D alista club and Mrs Maria Lucchese George aided the plan, and Rey E Sigley as Miesta association president named committee chairs for parade, transportation, and events.

Duchess D'Ansia Rome Italy San Antonio Fiesta Association Vake Daostk Duchess D'alista Club Maria Lucchese George Rey E. Sigley Miesta Essociation Military Halstead Dorey L. B. Fite Harry Martyn Haltle of Flowers Association E. Hillie King’s J. B. Cartington Joli Fontiman Alama Ralph Durkee Hany Martyn Walter Walthall Roger Stokes John Williams Merrill Bishop D. A. Powell Riley M. Wyatt A. C. Towduisee J. G. Surren

Washer Men's Shop Looms in Gable by Perry Winkie

Tournament manager Perry Winkie presided as 17 entrants lined up for the event on Monday afternoon with the signing deadline set to expire Wednesday night.

Perry Winkie

Underworld Watch Seeks Clues In Youth Case

Fragmented OCR passage lists a chaotic mix of names and places, following a long string of unclear references. The text hints at a crime or court context with mentions of Ray Mordent, Rey, Vera, and various locations and individuals, but specifics are unreadable.

Flaming Youth Shooting Accident Verdict Declares Accidental Death

Justice of the Peace John R Bhook rules the fatal shooting of Constance King 18 a San Antonio Voratimnas student an accident at a Norto Flores street rooming home after police say the victim may have pulled the trigger not knowing it was loaded. The inquest notes indicate Messrs and others present saw no evidence the gunner intended harm. The report also mentions unrelated sports and contract items in the same era.

Justice of the Peace John R. Bhook Constance King San Antonio Gomes Bret Halim Gomen Fkohert Amost Jorgens Senators Giants John Blondy Ryan Buffalo Forrest Twogood Cleveland Indians

May December romance ends in divorce for Blanchard couple

Mrs Sallie D Blanchard, 75, obtained a divorce from C J Blanchard, 34, in Judge W W McCrory’s Ninety Fourth District court after alleging an affair with her youthful spouse. The couple reportedly married December 17 and separated December 20 with divorce filed December 32.

Romaree San Antoine W. W. McCrory Ninety-fourth District Court Sallie D. Blanchard C. J. Blanchard McCrory Ste Maine Mia Basile D Wiggina

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