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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1931

Page

13

A Mexico Air Line Goal Urged by Chamber Chief

B T Laubacher, president of the whimber n commerce, spoke at the Exchange club meeting in Bt Anthony hall. He urged a direct air link between San Antonio and Brexton City via Laredo and outlined chamber plans for the year. The budget fund drive seeks 225000 dollars. T. G Lies presided.

B. T. Laubicher Exchange Club Anthony Halel San Antonis Brexton City Laredo Fiona Laubscher T. G. Lies

Thieves Steal Jewelry from Man's Room on Wyoming Street

A cafe cook near Hosa Avenue reported burglary after thieves entered a room at 906 Wyoming and stole four platinum rings and other jewelry valued at 159 dollars. Police were notified Thursday.

Aia Hosa Avenue Wag York Wyoming Alreet Polies

Col Biddie to Visit Houston Beaumont

Col Lisyid H. Biddie of the Ninetieth division staff is ordered to Houston and Beaumont for conferences with reserve officers residing in those cities.

Col. Biddie Houston Beaumont Lisyid H. Biddie Ebiel Ninetieth Division Han Bern Flouston

Red Cross Drives for Drought Relief Funds

The Red Cross announces a drought relief drive with a national goal of 7.1 million dollars. San Antonio and Bee County join in raising funds, with Texas pledging two hundred thousand. Local offices invite residents to send checks to the Red Cross drought relief fund.

Tocal San Antonio Bezar County Arkancis 4A. O. Trensles Red Cross Storrs Teese Commerce Ted Cross Tetom Hensley San Anton

Twenty-third Infantry Band Heads to Laredo for Duty

The Twenty-third Infantry Band under Warrant Officer Ola Siajewski will depart Fort Sam Houston on February 14 for Fort Melutosh at Laredo. The unit will participate in horse show military ceremonies during its stay and plans a trip to Laredo for the Washington birthday celebration.

Twenty-t Third Infantry Warrant Afficur Oilo Siajewski Fort Sam Houston Fort Melutosh Laredo Lareda

Defendant Held in Default of Bail on Liquor Charge

U. S. Commissioner Paul A. Locke Hart remanded José Flores in jail after Flores was charged with possession of whiskey and sale of whiskey. Flores pled not guilty after arraignment and requested examination. Bond set at 30 dollars.

U. S Paul A. Lockehart José Flores Flores Rish Jesus Vulateral Lockhart

Genopians Hear Seeligson Lamer G Seeligson Friday

The event at the Pinas hotel will feature Seeligson and a program of entertainers chaired by Jack Locke in Bexar County. Proceeds support law enforcement efforts amid local civic activities.

Seeligson Pinas Hotel Bexar County Jack Locke Apy

Army Y Plans Vesper Services at Brooksfield

Vesper services at the Army, M. CG. A Sundar will be conducted at 6 pm by Wintford BH. Owen at Brooksfield, following a fellowshin luncheon. The Army will also sponsor religious screenings at the Station hoe quel at 7 pm Sundar.

Army Wintford BH. Owen Brooksfield Ai. Sunder

YWCA Dollar Day Drives to Reach 40009 Target

The YWCA seeks donations to complete a drive for 40009 dollars as Dollar Day nears. San Antonians are urged to contribute at the 9 bridge location or send a dollar, with 28009.50 already subscribed by Wednesday.

G. A Individuel San Antonians Meraling Seni Danyacgy Je

Lodges to Honor Official Meeting at Scottish Rite Temple

Lodges Will Convene Thursday Evening in Criminal meeting at the Scottish Rite temple. Participants include Wimedaukis No 1, Radiant No 646, Alamo No 685, South San Antonio No 601, Army No 719, tor- Jandale No 700, Star No 817, Prospect Hill No 517.

Lcots Messie Garth Worthy Grail Mitra State Eastern Star Mursday Wixbl Riminal Scottish Rite A'Plock Wimedaukis Radiant Alamo South San Antonio Army Tor- Jandale Star No Prospect Hilt

Pershing Sees French Attack Win Territory

General John J. Pershing recounts Allied actions and strategic aims during a French offensive. The narrative covers December 1918 style observations, the Sixth Army’s approach, and General d Esperey’s coordination to bolster morale. The piece notes provisional plans and the broader context of Allied operations in Europe.

Pershing

General Maistre Onslaught and Fall of Fort Malmaison

General Maistre directed the operation with personal attention as artillery preparations leveled Fort Malmaison, the key fortress in the Alsace chalky bluffs. French forces broke German dominance, forcing withdrawals along the Ailette while German prisoners were seen in retreat. The advance was hindered only by intermittent rain and limited visibility.

Maistre Germany Alsce Fort Malmaison Artire

Untitled Letter Excerpt From Dallas Dispatch

In this fragment from a Dallas page, the writer vents about ongoing arguments over style and relief policies. The author expresses sympathy for both sides, notes confusion about who is correct, and urges waiting to see government action before proceeding.

GAMES STAGE COMEBACK IN RECREATION Movements emphasize health and new play

Miss Ethel Towers field director outlines national drive for recreation connecting health and social activity. She notes table games remain popular yet people seek real interaction, with ideas like tacky parties, carnival events, floral minutes, and various field and skill games gaining favor in city centers.

San Antonio Miss Ethel] Towers Formou Bowers National Association Bowsers

Three Injured in Auto Collisions on City Streets

A series of road incidents left three people injured including Roberts Gillespie and Goores Achnin. The crashes occurred on Virginia Boulevard and New Apgunfely Avenue near Bow Fernandy and South Lareda, with hospital care reported for the injured.

Thobert Gillespie Alolso Steees Avy Automobile Commerce Étreety Elizabeth Snsed Virginia Boulevard New Apgunfely Avenue Anth Thniston Arit Goores Bow Fernandy Anit Lareda

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