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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1933
Page
14
A fragmented travelogue describes encounters in Mexico City and Texas. The narrator jokes about cuisine and law, notes safe driving in Juarez and the chaotic mix of local traffic, markets, and cultural contrasts. It blends humor with travel observations and reflections on authority and modern life.
In Mexico City the traffic mix shows no utility monopoly and no single system. Cars, buses, taxis, and a growing private auto presence share crowded Downtown streets with one and two way avenues. Pedestrians dodge steel and rubber hazards as one sees a chaotic plaza scene with numerous vehicles and a tense street rhythm.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions taxis buses and traffic in a street scene. It references names like Ariwira Skeling and Drackenridge, plus references to Washington and Mexico City and a Chinese embassy context. The passage is largely indecipherable.
Emergency crews were placed on active duty as city authorities address escalating unrest. Officials, including Chief Wrenastny and Deputy Barta, coordinated response efforts and urged residents to stay indoors as streets remained tense.
A 200 year old wax baby doll with delicate, gauzy garments arrives at a San Antonio museum. Traced to Mrs. August Koenig of Hamburg, its wax head and limbs sit on a kid body, with the original face tanned and battered. curator Mrs. Bilal plans to restore its facial finish in a doll box.
Funeral services were held for William M. Conger at Port Loringenaprvl. Conger of 47 Hammond Avenue, a well known San Antonio real estate operator, died in Houston Tuesday morning while on a business trip. He is survived by his father Judge J. W. Gowker, widow Grace Hing Conger, son William Jr, daughter Sarah Jane, and several relatives including Mrs Adele Coleus and Mr Edward V. Conger of this city.
Chief LG Phares of the state Highway Patrol urged constant vigilance as officers outnumbered by criminals in the United States. He spoke at a Southwest Texas district gathering, noting intensified efforts and the presence of state patrol operatives in the campaign against interstate crime.
Women in San Antonio and nearby areas are asked to attend a meeting of the Bexar County Women's Democratic Club and the Greater San Antonio Club at the manteipanudilorinar al at 3 p.m. Thursday. The discussion will cover endorsement of the Liberal Legion's campaign with Mrs. F. C. Keledale and Mrs. J. E. Eun as chairmen. Speakers include Mayor OC K. Quin, Representative PLL. andryson, Judge Phi Shook, and dehy Boyle.
The Fourth Court of Civil Appeals declined to set a holding on the test case about reducing Bexar County official salaries. Aimed at trimming pay tied to population, the bill also affected constables fees and arrestee costs. Final ruling awaited in the appellate court, with August 1 set for arguments.
The Blanco Tree Army Camp, the sole civilian conservation corps unit in this area, nears completion of a mess hall, kitchen, bathhouse, and food storage. Workers plan tent living quarters as a four unit state park road proceeds to Blanco and the river. Capt J J Canela leads the camp with athletic programs under way including baseball and tennis. a football team is planned for fall. Members from San Antonio listed.
Air Corps Chief visits eight air fields in the vicinity, touring Kelly Field and other headquarters in the morning. General and aides arrive from Washington by two parties and plan to depart Thursday. he stays at Randolph with Brig. Gen. Charles Hy Vanforth overseeing the air corps activities.
Firemen rushed to the home of Police Commissioner Paul Weipa at 102 East Tollyweed Avenue Tuesday night after a bath fire in the back yard. The blaze appeared minor, with prompt action preventing spread, though the article notes the commissioner’s residence as the scene.
The officer Ralph Wear, aged 101, faced two near fatal fires in quick succession at his residence. A smoking bed and smoke inhalation forced him to flee, escaping serious injury as neighbors and a police unit intervened. The incident occurred early Wednesday, with investigators examining possible ignition sources. No onward danger to the public was reported.
An 35 minute exhibition of multiple stunts is set for Saturday night at 64 p m in connection with a basketball game Livny versus Livny at San Pedro path. The event, staged by She and Glasscock Dane, features many athletic feats by members of the Glasscock acrobatic group including older performances missing from regular arenas.
Good Samaritan reports theft involving two young women charged with stealing more than fifty dollars from Martinez, who runs La Prensa newspaper delivery. Justice of the Peace Bhook presided as the pair allegedly helped themselves to cash, checks, and jewelry worth about 730. Martinez testified the women fled the scene after a ride request and demanded return of the money.
Altiveena College announces a summer session starting Thursday with shifts in instructors and new courses. Ruth Ferguson leads advanced fuels, Audrey Gallien teaches private arts, and the arts department offers a Venice theme and violin study as part of the term.
Independent garage men from across Texas plan a state wide meeting in San Antonio at the Plaza Hotel. J W Prazier will open the session to discuss a code under the Woodward Recovery act. Delegates from Dallas Fort Worth Wichita Falls Waco Houston Austin and many other towns will attend. Southwest Texas garage owners are urged to participate.
The Rev. A. Rabe of the Society of Mary in Belgium has been reappointed to serve his sixth term as president of St Mary's University. The action followed a petition by faculty members. The university has earned top classifications with leading educational organizations. Brother Joseph Schmits was appointed professor of history at the university.
The season for shipping in Texas appears to be ending with few exceptions due to water conditions. Officials report limited activity across most ports as spring winds ease and river navigability inlie. The outlook notes reduced cargo movement and ongoing economic effects from previous shortages and weather.
A report notes a theft on North Street near Mary’s Avenue. A purse containing $2.40 was taken from a woman walking along the sidewalk. No suspects named. police urge any witnesses to come forward.
Brig General Howland witnessed four veteran companies leave Camp Bullis on a 10 day notice, ending tree army duty at the camp. Two units headed for Anwtits and Randall county camps, one for Meridial, and the fourth for Arison. Camp Bullis stores 7258 civilian conservation workers and about 600 veterans. Major Edwards returns to division duties at the army post.
News Wednesday reported Silimin Evans fourth assistant postmaster general in charge of new buildings will visit San Antonio to view the new federal building. It is predicted his trip may lead to selecting temporary quarters for current offices and begin testing the old building, with Evans approving any changes.
Fort Sam Holston Theater on New Breomtels avenue will reopen Sunday under Jamie Chapman and a lock company policy. Gladys Slay and the Broadway Players will open with What Price Game a three act play. Cast includes Duke Eric Pyul Sloan Dors Sheppard Nek Withels Atulathens and others.
An insurance man, Vorlora Lin, was abducted and robbed of $22 near the S00 block of Montezuma. He was forced into a car by two bandits who approached on Saks Fernanda Street and Klenster Avenue shortly after o'clock Wednesday morning, according to police reports.
A meeting on live electrical gusts is planned for 8 pm Wednesday at One Laver Temple Cove. Attendees include Mayor GK, Qld, Ww, B. Arvialt and Wo Wililams. Obsession at the National recovery mel Bpank ery will de.
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City officials withhold comment as Mayor C K Quin refuses to discuss tax seizure program details. He denies knowledge of notices to delinquent taxpayers and cites ongoing legal review. City budget unsettled with July payroll in doubt and early seizure targets not chosen. Deputy Tax Collector reports 62.09 percent tax collection with remaining checks to tally.
Postmaster P. G. Lucas reports reduced requests from relatives or friends to locate missing kin over three months. He notes callers are mostly extended family and older relatives trying to locate sons or cousins, with few inquiries recently.
San Antonio post offices report Canadian Money Orders now require endorsement on the back similar to a check. Patrons seek guidance as authorities explain the change taking effect.
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