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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1939
Page
12
The text records scattered names and events, mentioning Viztor Carpenter, Baylor U, and various individuals in an unsettled scene. It references sports results, musicians, an electrician, a drink, and a few place names with no coherent narrative or verifiable details.
A garbled historical column lists names, places, theaters, and acts across American venues. It mentions Wikaree, Bihan, Cle Joe, the Texas Coyotys, and a Macoade show with Venace Brothers, plus references to Otto, Calfornia theater Centuriiy De Follies Borgere, and the Cavalcade of the Golden West. The piece also cites individual names such as Jack Britton, Homer Hydelas, Nese York city Buildings, and The Tub Pasadena panel, amid scattered mentions of San Antonio theaters and other vague events.
A group of 38 San Antonians led by Mrs. FR Brandt will depart July 16 from San Anton over the Southern Pacific railroad for San Francisco to visit the World’s fair. Stops include El Paso, the Grand Canyon, and Los Angeles with plans calling at additional points.
Wee Willie, a child collector known as Wee Wille, built a badge hobby spanning the United States. His quest to collect badges from firemen and policemen grew into a nationwide tour, influenced by his firefighter father and a desire to see all states pleased.
Two student groups will travel to Los Angeles with a stop in San Antonio. Captive Gill from Dallas will spend several days in the city. About 20 Future Earners from Deming New Mexico will continue to Cleveland and New York after the visit.
A garbled article discusses modern cleaning science and advanced processes from providers offering large vacuum cleaners and specialized tools to remove dirt. It mentions innovations in cleaning equipment, including giant vacuums and brushing tools, in a period voice.
A San Antonio cleaner, L. Hansen of 932 Austin Street, outlines a cleaning process using a beater tool to strip dirt, followed by washing and scrubbing with a rotating polishing device. The description emphasizes stages from rough dirt removal to final surface cleaning over several days.
Viennese official Pridolin Cliss, a prominent Vietma Nazi figure, warns that Germany will export only essential goods. He argues Austria must halt trade for food and imports to prioritize own needs, claiming Germany has won war debts and funds.
Timpson named Rotary president Thomas B. Poyiwon presiding officer. new year officers announced at meeting including Edward J Davker treasurer and A Banse secretary, with directors Harry B Brown and W Evans among others for the San Antonio Rotary chapter.
Maverick will visit Austin Waco Fort Worth and other Texas cities next week to discuss municipal problems including population concerns. Deputy Mayor Floyd Metinwn and Commissioner Vas W Lipson accompany the mayor on the trip. The group will travel by mayoral vehicle.
An obscure report notes a railroad tank car incident on a Thursday in Ban An involving wine loss. Details are sparse and the phrasing suggests a fragmented OCR excerpt rather than a complete narrative.
A San Antonio Wine Company depot reported selling 2900 gallons of wine from Sit Pratiniséo. The shipment included a mix of port and Muscat varieties, with some stock remaining on site.
A new church establishment emerged Saturday at Natal Street with Rev Mary presiding. The community notes a relocation and formalizing of the United Gospel Assembly with offices at headquarters in Benimada. The service marks a seven year history and lists ministers and leaders including Rev Mary Godess as president of the dissociation.
British writer Michael Wenlnrn Beedlan Tilint traveled to San Antonio for a planned gathering and material for a school project. Accompanied by a companion, they left Saturday via New Orleans by motor, covering about 40 000 miles in a journey tied to United States impressions and a British viewpoint.
An odd account describes Maury wielding a harsh brush in an effort to revive a vandalized area. The lengthy piece mentions mayoral figures and odd terms as the scene shifts through names, phrases, and unclear actions surrounding a pedestal and chalked offerings.
Fragmented OCR text shows confusion about wartime events with mentions of Moscow, Russian deaths, Japanese planes, and public sentiment. The piece seems to reflect mixed views on wartime outcomes and possible doubleheader purchases, but specifics are unclear.
Officials of the San Antonio Public Service Company agreed to supply gas and electricity to the Tow-cest housing project at wholesale rates after a U.S. housing authority expert influenced bargaining. The plan lowers costs by distributing power at reduced rates, detailing monthly charges and loss allowances across several meter readings and distribution losses. The agreement covers 45,974 hours of monthly consumption with estimated costs varying by category and loss. the total monthly burden is outlined among several kilowatt hour blocks and loss adjustments.
The San Antonio housing bid scene shows turnout by firms including Litt McKene, Zachary, Joe, and Wed for a project valued at about $3.58 million. Bids cover site work, masonry, landscaping, and construction types specified by the city’s WPA era program, with only four of the invited firms submitting bids.
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