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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1930

Page

3

The Confusion Over John Wesley Hardin and Johnnie Wardin

A fragmentary reminiscence recalls a county town gathering where Captain Wright introduces Johnnie Wardin as a relative named Hardin triggers memories of the famed outlaw John Wesley Hardin. Tense questions arise about kinship as observers mix lore, names, and old rivalries during a tense, unclear exchange.

Harry Cap Will Wright Cibey Ting Bee Duby Hardin Jokovie Jommie Waardin Jan Ran Johnnie carerFing Qeour U.S. Mall Avrose Meritors Yorktown Yeoskum Wright Jobnnie Aordin

Frigid Weather Sparks Public Nonsense and Local Tales

Vixen News reports on an absurd outbreak of cold weather chatter as residents share feverish anecdotes about freezing temps. Citizens describe inventive ways to stay warm, from milking cows with warm calves to jet ashes and live coals for heat. The piece notes a bad odor of bravado as thermometer debates and odd stunts fuel street talk. A local teacher initiative fights diphtheria with toxoid vaccination, while South directors address vaccination matters.

Serius R. Kk Cheesher White Cvo Mann Will Whiteheal

Quickest way to end colds shown by tests in hospital

A hospital tested remedy known as Avversa Cherry Pectoral claimed to halt coughs within minutes and nearly erase severe colds within a day. Reports cite patient cases where symptoms subsided after doses. warnings note widespread promotion and varied availability across pharmacies.

Sby Hospital

Leading druggists endorse hospital remedy for colds

A fractured ad style report notes leading druggists endorse a hospital remedy claimed to ease colds and persistent coughs. It cites alleged ingredients and a promise of prompt refunds, mentioning doctors and various drug firms while warning of potential harm from other formulas.

New Oil Well in Colepa Field Proves Promising Producer

A new oil well in Colepa sink, Webb-Duval counties, deepened to 1760 feet, began flowing after a casing repair and splicing work. The test yielded 697 barrels by Sunday morning with expectations of at least 300 barrels when fully developed, indicating prolific potential in the Magnolia Petroleum area and mid to high gravity crude. Leases announced include transfers by Foxard W. Ames to Frank Buttram and Edward W. Ames to Frank Mulirem valid on December 20, 192x, involving fractional interests across multiple sections near Juan Montez Curve and Starr County. Four additional wells were announced for Starr County, near Richlands City, with drilling by McLean and a consortium, extending land holdings toward Bla Grande City and Roma.

Webb-Duval Magnolia Petroleum Compris Ne Brennan-Benasides Myrtie Tinley Arispearant Bens Foxard W. Ames Frank Buttram Juan Montex Curver Edward W. Ames Frank Mulirem Onesialy Jann Montez Harlingen Texas Starr County Richsands City Mclean Melean Fins Muhingen Guerra Ko 4 Alufrance Cis Bla Grande City Roma

Alleged Deserter From Texas Held Deservedly Detained

A Texas deserter, described by police as an arms deserter from Fort Clerk, was held on burglary suspicion after a shooting near a store. The suspect, aged 22, was shot in the knee by a bystander, then found hiding in a vacant building as authorities investigate the incident amid circuit sessions and carnival circuit planning across multiple Texas towns.

WS Angels UPI Hamking Fort Clerk Texas Jilian Ryhie Sarth Soto Shorekeener

South Texas Fair Men Meet in Victoria Texas

The eighth annual South Texas Fair Association meeting in Victoria opens its second day with plans for faire slates and contracts with carnival companies for fall dates. Officers and directors from several fairs attend to discuss welfare, with ideas exchange, programs, and round table discussions on advertising, livestock exhibits, and attractions.

Harry Williams Victoria Texas South Texas Fairy Cnenival Caelig Progressex Beiog Chamber of Compierce South Texas George J. Kempen Lexum Association Ed Basmond Antonia Sohin Fioorn Haelingen Premun Tivls Ted Be Vonnvnn Gonznea Ty Ul Talph Calhoun Hest J. D. Herring Yeaumont Will Hobson LaGrange Ed Staats Max Starcke Sepuin Copenhafer Wharton Ehe Passociation Jels Gonsales J. J. Gregorsy Boerne Recretars Geo J. Kempen Seguin Sam Botts Harlingen Tirector Chas Trard Teasanton Raving Geo. J. Kempen Se T. Houston Fly M. Armsworth Lin Piles X. Win. Hermes Henry Meyers Paul Wendter

Radio Schedule of KTSA and KINA in Sandatono Area

The article lists KTSA and KINA broadcasting programs on 1299 ilovyeles with shows across the day. It includes time slots for Agriculture, Keep Fit, Studio Musical, Theater Reviews, Women’s Hour, and various light programs, weather updates, and orchestral performances. It references Plasa hotel contact details and multiple program blocks for Tuesday, Monday, and other listings.

KTSA KINA Sandatono Light Crookes Plasa Hotel Y. Mu Winifred Wilson S. A Hilds Plaza Organ W. A. King

Schumann Heink to Advise on Radio

Madame Schumann Heink announces a contract with the National Broadcasting Company to serve as operatic adviser for the first broadcasting opera. She will be free to engage in other activities and identifies with the casting. The announcement comes as a major step in radio opera.

Schumann-Heink Saverann Nervere Sea York Manin Me’ Hraerthoe Schumann-Heink Abe National Tiraadensting Cympany Aet Nhe Hwootne Eatin Madame Schumansillevik

Road and Citizens Protest Report

Fury Wortu dispatch reports Fort Worth and Weaver City rail line claims and a protest over an interstate commerce matter. It notes a Sullivan recommendation denying per evasion of the legal line and references ties to Pampa and hildress lines in a contested routing dispute.

Fury Wortu Vpi Fort Worth Weaver City Pampa Thomas F. Sullivan Interstate Commerce Commissioner

Tuesday Night Broadcasts Pair With Mike's Show

Tuesday night radio and movie listings feature Blanche Soest presenting a program over the Columbia network including KYSA in San Antonio. Minn Soret appears in the Anvatometist during Did Gallo Pawl Whiten hour. Mr and Mrs characters from The Inte ear monial Meigae headline a Columbia chain feature at 4 oclock Tuesday. A camponee cob American poplar music guest artist with the Happy Wonder Bakers performs his own works in a WOAT program from Naw Banal studios tonight.

Lins Slike Blanche Soest Talhe Hings Columbia Broadcasting Agsteta Atalion Kysa San Antonin Minn Soret Thlgproet RTSA Mra Folumbia Che Weimg Beige Fane Antonia Light Patline Sheaugh Natinnal Tirandwanting Harry van ‘Tiler Happy Wonder Bakers Eaning Andy

Company Reports Death Rate Drop

A misleading OCR fragment reports a decline in death rates with unclear references to US or global health data. It mentions MEH Tai and Molonpaliins but lacks coherent details, making it difficult to determine date, location, or responsible organization.

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Joke ends in tragedy amid prank gone wrong in Atlanta

In Atlanta Ga on January 27 a practical joke on neighbor Mrs Dorm Delle Brown failed fatally for 15 year old Mise Dorm Brown and 35 year old Watta after a phone threat. Police report the couple received the call and arrived at the Waller residence Saturday night. Mrs Waller opened the door and voices warned them to beware. BURIAL: The body of Thomas C Worthington 83 of San Antonio is to be buried Monday in Huerne after a Kentucky birth and 15 years a resident. He is survived by a widow and one daughter.

Callin Campbell Militar Atlanta Gao Uri Waller Roerne Thomas C Worthipton San Antonio Katurday Rome Huerne Kentucky Stobert Woeghtogion

Urged to Aid in Improving Hospital Care

J G William Greethide, a hospital administrator, calls for better facilities for the correction and care of the disabled and unwell. He urges reform to ensure that those seeking work and healing receive proper support rather than being left to the mercy of uncertain care.

Guy Newson Inn Eliniq J. G. William Greet Cyramivs Kivner Birtimarka Ike Otoiferne Auenny

Speedy Relief for Sore Throat

An old medical ad touts a throat remedy named Thoxine as fast acting relief, claiming a sore throat or cough is cured in 15 minutes. It advertises pleasant taste, family use, and money back guarantee with prices 35c 60c and $1.00. Sold by all druggists.

ITCHING SKIN RELIEF CLAIMS PROMISE ZEMA TIK ANTISEPTIC

An advertorial style promotion touts Zenin Zema Tik antiseptic as quick relief for itchy burning skin, rashes, pimples, and other irritations. It claims strong antiseptic action, cooling relief, and skin restoration, urging immediate use and widespread availability.

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