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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1939

Page

5

Urgent Tuberculosis Fight Emphasized By Doctor

Dr J A Myers of University of Minnesota urged a united drive against tuberculosis during a San Antonio visit for an International Medical assembly. He praised the tuberculin test as safe inexpensive and highly accurate, claiming it can detect germs two and a half years before symptoms. He warned tuberculosis could rival leprosy if unchecked, noting past cattle bans and potential future costs to eradicate the disease in people.

J. A Myers Universty of Minnessa San Antonio Seston Gunter Hotel Binichya Myers

Calotabs Promoted for Cold Treatment In Early Ad Text

The ad extols Calotabs as a dependable intestinal eliminant that cleanses the system to fight colds. It claims Calotabs also act as a diuretic to remove poisons from the blood, presenting a two fold purpose. The package is said to cost about twenty five cents for a family pack.

Youth Heads Fresh Class at Texas A and M

A. Thrift Jr of San Antonio, Texas, was elected president of the freshman class at Texas A and M College. The 2722-strong first-year group is the largest ever enrolled, with Thrift a student in architectural engineering and a member of Battery 3, field artillery. His brother, David B. Thrift, commands the Aggie Cadet corps.

Bribery Scene Ties to Mann in City Hall Case

Galveston report details allegations of bribery linked to Mann with Mayor Quin amid claims of political manipulation. Witness explains Quin aides visited Mann, funded him, and plotted to discredit opponents to aid the administration. Court case in Galveston also notes a separate lethal incident and a veteran banker’s widow death.

Quin Mann Agai Galveston Leo Lera Harry T. Philips Charles H. Theobald Mill Lera Eling Ve Philips Phillips

Mayors, Mann and Quins Involved in Grand Jury Indictments

A political intrigue unfolds as Mayor Quin and allies face potential charges while Richard Mann and associates are drawn into investigations. Grand juries exonerate the mayor, but indictments arise against Mann, his targets, and several city tax department ex-employees in a probe tied to campaign funds and a municipal property tax scheme.

Frank Jr Luid Geveral Quin Electon Los Angeles Bert McCall Mann W. Lee Qdaniel Bushick Jr Lane Bushick Joe A. Gregoir Ralph Giraud Paul Jones Pat. Viola City Tax Department Criminal District Court

Haile Lawsuits Over Residency For Texas Post

A reader questions whether Kansas resident Haile can hold a Texas tax commissioner post. The piece notes Texas jury and voting residency rules, cites Senator Hill and Eisler Maite, and discusses whether state law requires Texas domicile for civil officers. It mentions Haile’s Kansas home and the lack of explicit residence requirements in the office creation.

Austin Jane INS Texas Joe Hill Henderson Eisler M. Maite W. Lee O'pan Jel Kingman Kan Haile

Housing funds sought for West Side slum clearance

Federal allocation of 500000 for West Side slum clearance was requested by San Antonio housing authority on Wednesday. Jesse N. Fletcher, chairman, said contracts with owners are advancing and first payments may be made by February 2. A grant of 3588000 for the local project has been approved, with the 500000 coming from earmarked funds. The authority reported 154 property contracts signed so far.

West Side San Antonio Housing Authority Jesse N. Fletcher Federal Housing Administration Fetcher Lorsl Aujly Pla

Attacker Hits Tot Who Aided Mother

In Hutchinson Kansas Jap paper notes 25 year old Shirley Ann Reents aged 2 fought back when a gunman attacked her mother Shirley Ann Reents. The child leaped at the assailant and struck him though he fired injuring Mrs Elmer Reents shoulder. Ratert Long a former reformatory inmate faced charges of attempted robbery and felonious assault.

Hutchinson, Kan Shirley Ann Reents Shirley Ann Elmer ¥. Revnts Ratert Long

Sergeant Becomes Fingerprint Expert After Months Study

Sergeant Una Kress of the downtown military police was declared a fingerprint expert after extensive study and a furlough granted by Major E. Ay Kindervaler. Rhodes, superintendent of the police bureau, supervised the training and will award the diploma from the International Association of Identification.

Burgh Una Kress Miliary Maj Maraial Bam Dhouston Kress H. C Dusty) Rhodes Police Internati

Clerics Campaign Against Race Plan in New Jersey

Clerics from 44 churches within the New Brunswick Presbytery met to organize a campaign defending New Jersey against a proposed constitution amendment. The measure would legalize pari mutuel betting at horse races, and the group urged active opposition ahead of the June 10 special election.

Pennington New Brunswick New Jersey

Gen Yount Assigned to Washington Post

Brig. Gen. Barron K Yount, commander of the Air Corps Training Center, left Randolph Field Wednesday primarily for Washington D C. He will oversee all air corps activities and has led the training center since last summer.

Barron K Yount Air Corps Training Center Randolph Feld Washingt D. C

Salazar Gage Nearing Jury in Slaying Case

Salazar Gage's trial for the murder of farm couple Mr and Mrs Kennedy and the abduction of their daughter Wilma proceeded toward a jury after the defense rested without calling witnesses. State testimony included Imogene and Faye Kennedy, two young daughters, and Wilma's identification of stolen pocketbooks.

Sweetwater Jal Balazar Milek Highball Paul Kennedy Austin J. H. Henderson Miles Lesfillet Imogene Faye Te Kennedy Wilma Kennedy Blair Salazar

De Luxe Ford V-8 Sets Style in Low-Price Field

ORD cars uphold basic quality and performance with new style for budget buyers. The De Luxe Ford V-8 leads with deep crowned head for engine access, low grille, long body lines and low center of gravity. Inside, triple cushioned comfort and new hydraulic shocks enhance ride. The 85 horsepower V8, proven by 5 million owners, now pairs with improved smoothness and quietness and hydraulic brakes for safety and dependability. See your Ford dealer today.

ORD Sts

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