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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1931

Page

13

Mary Lou Finds Ad Mistaken as a Marriage Plot

A fragmented advertisement story follows Mary Lou Finds a young American woman entangled with relatives and a reporter Larry Mitchell. Mary Lou declines a marriage proposal after a travel offer, while a companion ad lists qualifications as the Sanders siblings arrange tastes for a companion.

Ani Wutle Mary Lot Larry Mitchell Bilinus Mary Lov Mary Loo Bechler Larry

Money, Romance, and a Train Journey in a Turbulent Stowaway

In a chaotic scene a woman named Mary Lou travels by taxi with Larry who insists she can settle a staggering sum. He urges bold deception while predicting danger and promising a future reward as they navigate a murky underworld and a string of confusing clues.

Hee Sniss Joako Alts Boe Mary Lou Larry Saur Lalu Westralll Jeane Larry Seta Tns Neal Schopning Mary Jeu

Complaint Filed in Death of Man After Fist Fight

A complaint filed in the County Court of Love Moore alleges negligent homicide in the death of M. C. Martha alias Mattia Ruders on January 11 after an alleged fist fight. Witnesses say the incident occurred on Troatway with Martin challenging and striking the deceased after a confrontation with a woman. The fight reportedly left Martin fatally injured.

Trent Tove Mo M.C. Marth Mattia Ruders Sturlin Io & Me Martin Fema Mtebe Wilnesers Martin Bi

16 Slot Machines to Be Destroyed by Sheriff Hausser

Sheriff Albert Fipusser to destroy 16 confiscated slot machines seized since January 1 after district judge signs the order. District Attorney Walter Tynan will issue the citation to owners before wrecking. Sheriff Hausser notes owners will not claim the machines and warns of felony charges for noncompliance. Proceeds from the machines go into the contract fund.

Hausser Albert Fipusser Hie Soncoldt Turing Walter Tynan Trive Hw Ming

Optimists to See Dramatic Pupils at Luncheon Event

Two Optinvindlub members will attend a Wednesday noon program at the St An tiony hotel hosted by Krank C. Sullivan of the Wolk and Aire company. Adelaide Van Moogenhuize reads, Marehall and Virginia Blues perform a dance and sketch Huquette, with Mer TI FR. ucx, a pianist, accompanying.

Missy Mer TI FR. Ucx Will Asco Marehall Virginia

Ninth Infantry History Planned by Regiment Captain Sapie Bosch

Capt Timothy Sapie Bosch, who resigned to undertake the history, will write the World War history of the Ninth Infantry. Col Go W Williams, regimental commander, approved the project. A history up to 1900 had already been published and work on the World War history continues in Washington.

Ninth Infantry France Timothy Sapie-Bosch Go W. Williams Washington

Air Mail Line Name Change Announced

E. T. Warsworth, emperor, announced changes to the air mail line from San Antonio to the Pacific coast. The route shifts involve thinning links and rebranding from the Houlem Air Fuel Express to the Southern Continental Air Network, with connections tied to the Atlantic corridor.

Air Mail San Antonio Bie Epring Lycific Coast Line Houlberm E. Tl. Warsworth Enper ‘Oloedeni Tussdas

Victim helps bandit in Eouape hold up scene

A polite but determined young bandit robbed ABG at age No 2 404 Soledad Street. He ordered the driver to surrender then drove the scene briefly, pocketing $10 before fleeing. Police found the car later as other robberies were reported nearby. Raindrops fell in Pearsall as details emerged.

T E. Doniiner Nicht Manger ABG Atage Soledad Street Alp Vimayay Crone Nm Nbamionel Alamt Plaza Dainey Sai Towmey Tigintnoy Eloy Nolan Streets Dowiner Covington Alani Plaza Vigpiim Robert B. Lee West Falls Arena Keetin Crimmeree Street Foxe Arradonilo Oak Strort Wat

Arrests end theft spree at city cigar store

Police three men held after a burglary at United Cigar Store, 104 East Com avenue, yielding nearly $700 in cigars and tobacco products. Investigators say a long series of tobacco thefts across the region totals about $1,000 as police pursue accomplices.

Selio Ais Sion Liwig

Hot Water Burns Prove Fatal to L A Boy at Play

A three year old boy, Sifuentes, son of Mr and Mrs Mel Mariana Simenirr, died from scalding injuries after hot water spilled from a pot at home on Deklen street. Doctors say the incident occurred as the child played at the kitchen door, with the family disputing details during the hospital return.

L.A Sifuentes Mel Mariana Simenirr Big Pont Street Buing Deklen Tom Chyi Hsi-fint

Pershing Urges Rifle Training Emphasis for Army Readiness

Amid Allied pressures and wartime needs, General Pershing reiterates the necessity of rifle practice in schools and military units. He calls for rigorous instruction by Gallian officers to instill discipline, readiness, and fighting spirit, warning that lax peacetime drill weakens the army’s posture. The message stresses strict methods, uniform training, and national resolve as forces are reorganized for war.

Mir Wesk Polit Chaumat Syednesday Dlelian France Ape Chives Elvedrles University of Nebraska Touran Rasrel

Ordnance Delay and French Relations in 1918 Dispatch

A fragmented report notes Chief of Ordnance at Washington delays at Orpheuse and mentions French commissioner concerns about essential sites. Colonel Keen arrives to command medical units with Grits ish. Frederick Palmer spent the night with wa. Attitudes of the French toward American forces in France and civil jurisdiction are raised. A committee of the American War Association offers counsel and aid.

Orpheuse Keen Jist Frederick Palmer Spain War Department France

VOTE MACHINE INSPECTORS IN COUNTY MEETING

Fragmented report details a county meeting about vote machines and inspections. Names like Hollis and Weber appear with unclear roles amid references to chairs, precincts, and costs for machine upkeep. Document is garbled but indicates election equipment debate and committee activity.

Austin Visit Prompts Toxne Counts Public Recall

Visit by George Craze in Austin stirs public recall of a controversial event. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but imply a notable local figure’s appearance and ensuing public reaction.

George Craze Toxne Uealil Mustin

San Antonio reminiscences and political jests posted

A quirky editorial voice recalls old San Antonio, mixing local landmarks and figures with comic critique of a legislator and the era’s social scene. The piece hints at cultural pride, changing markets, and a lively, if informal, public mood.

Inspector Lands Brooks Squadron Inspection Report

An inspector surveyed the Tyfty-first wehool squaean and related aviation field equipment. Major Tones led the two week inspection of duct field aviation facilities, stating notes on records and gear effectiveness.

Wrenks Gell Ray Kamite Suntan Pomuiailer We Jones Alfien Air Corps

Sergeant Wills Assigned to Philippines Dispatch

Sergeant Wills to Philippines is reassigned from the Fifty-eighth squadron to embark for duty in the Philippines. Sergeant Warden Caifton completes his term on the island to replace Sergeant Wills, with a transfer noted in the troop’s records.

Sergeant Wills Philippines Toy Mo Wills Fifty-eighth Squadron Ant Vield Sith Praven Diety Philiquunes Warden Caifman

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