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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1933
Page
2
Hollywood gossip reports a possible divorce between Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks amid news of Pickford selling Pickfair estate for 400000 dollars. Pickford remains in California while Fairbanks may relocate to Europe. both deny final plans, noting their deep affection amid strain in their marriage.
LONDON July 3 AP Douglas Fairbanks motion picture star refused to speak about a possible separation from wife Mary Pickford. His manager said there is nothing to say and Fairbanks will not issue a statement.
Albert W. Bishop, 28, formerly a Whitney National Bank clerk, admitted to Laredo officers that he embezzled 87,680 from the Whitney National Bank in New Orleans. He disappeared March 20 while on duty as a relief teller, and bank officials reported missing funds. He is charged in criminal district court with embezzlement. bond set at 36,000.
Mexico City reports President Rodrigiez refused to intervene to halt the execution of Francisco Ruiz and Alejo Gereia. The two men, linked to Puebla in 1924, are scheduled to be shot at dawn on Wednesday after appeals were denied.
Washington July designation lists acting postmasters Ally at Dale Hart Tea John Nicholson Sanpel Texas and Arthur G. Matt Mount Vernon Texas as acting postmasters with approval noted in the telegraph dispatch.
A flurry of society notices details upcoming weddings and receptions. Miss Lois Gwen Hefner and Mr. Hewner wed at Laurel Heights Methodist Church with remarks on organ music and attendees. Many parties honor brides elects and guests including Miss Mary Caffery, Miss Irma Young, and Lt. J. B. Zimmerman with extensive fare and toasts at private homes and clubs.
Adelin Moran and Joe Garza held on $500 bonds after a weekend dry raid. Officers found a 35 gallon still in a South Leona Street house, 180 gallons of moonshine, and a portable pump amid the seized liquor and equipment.
Washington D C July 3 The National Council of the United States Flag Association chaired by former Secretary of War Patrick J Hurley declares war on crime and urges nationwide action. The campaign targets racketeering and lawlessness, with a two phase plan to curb crime and educate youth for citizenship under Roosevelt as honorary president general and Garner as vice president.
Washington July 3 Secretary Tekeste defended a 3.3 billion dollar public works fund. He said projects will be carefully inspected and tied to a significant plan with state and federal review to prevent waste. He urged rapid yet prudent distribution to maximize labor employment while guarding against corruption. Some board members debated pace, but no split was admitted to Roosevelt.
Winnipeg dispatch notes a rescue mission expedition led by William Alexander taking off at 2:25 p.m. Eastern Standard Time heading northwest toward Nome Alaska. First stop Saskatoon, then plan to return before proceeding to London. Accompanying crew members listed include Alexis der, Pregl Fetherou, Thomas Aubey, Jordan Marddd Pera, and others.
An unclear note describes a skin itch remedy. The text mentions relief for itchy shin and references medicines or topical applications, with garbled words and names appearing incompletely. The readable fragments imply a temporary soothing effect but lack concrete details or credible instructions.
In Bisnor Vaniulan Cily on July 3 to 11, Pope Pius held an audience with Bishop Urban G. of Denver Colorado, meeting the church official during his travel period.
Dallas reports 88 degrees as Texas bakes in heat across the Fourth. Weatherman notes continued warmth for the state with 104 degree readings in southwestern points and widespread 100 degree levels in many cities.
In Prestonburg Kentucky on July 3 a deadly voting booth shooting left five dead and several others wounded amid a dispute over whether to halt or continue balloting in a school election. Green Conn and son Wilburn Conn along with Mimmis Conn, Millard Conn, and Wayne Click were killed. Ike Conn and Hayden Howell were wounded with Howell later a candidate for Floyd County tax office, while Ike Conn was arrested on murder charges. Sheriff B K Sturelli reported bond set at ten thousand dollars for Ike Conn on both charges.
In Biarritz on July 3, authorities report that Andre Lammandé, a noted French writer, died yesterday following an opera. The event marks the loss of a prominent literary figure in French letters.
Public health notices warn of a new plague linked to garbage removal and rats. Claims about disinfectants and products from Stearns Electric Paste include water purification and multilingual directions, with guarantees and refunds, but contain dubious details and questionable efficacy.
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