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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1930

Page

13

Raquel Prepares For Showing At Hotel

Raquel advances in a movie scene plot where a famed model, pursued by suitors, travels to Europe for Paris fashion shows. A complex cast includes Pantha Rojo, Stan, Bill Johnson, Jael Farrell, and Greta Tesak as rival model. The story follows ambitions, romance, and wealth as she navigates relationships amid high fashion and travel.

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Elevator Cage and Velvet Room Reach Handsome Oddities

Raquel follows Greta into an ornate elevator like a birdcage that rises and settles in a sparse stall room. A one-armed man sits behind a desk as an elegant young woman in a light black dress enters, greeting them. The scene shifts to a larger, lavish chamber with carved benches, velvet cushions, and a portrait of a noblewoman, evoking opulent decadence.

Raquel Greta Denk Huquelat Uaz Vanks

Bandit Robberies Parked Cars Paralyzed Town

A gunman robbed parked motorists Wednesday night on the town road and fled after taking jewelry and a watch. Officers identify two holdups as likely linked with the same bandit, who assaulted Ben Ferrin and two other victims as they sat in Ford touring car. Detectives note the attacker used a handgun and took ignition keys to delay pursuit, while two couples were held up near Frederickburg road and San Medeo Avenue. Officers can’t identify the suspect but say one of ten witnesses saw a car used as lookout.

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Missing Mascot Bully Sparks Citywide Search

A missing fox terrier named Bully, mascot of the Citizens' League, is the subject of a citywide search. Owner T. Z. Calton reports Bully vanished after a theater visit, with police and detectives tracing leads while traffic officers note improved behavior from pedestrians.

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And I Remember When in a City Square Market

A fragmented reminiscence recalls a bygone city square where vendors sold meat vegetables wood and beer. Peddlers thrived before a cleanup order, noting bananas sold with wagons and carts amid busy stalls and signifies a bustling, informal market scene.

AL Richey Grieg

Profits and Activity of A T and T in 1930

American Telephone and Telegraph earnings rose but six month profits lagged 1929. Waller Gifford notes overall activity below 1929 peak, yet compares 1930 performance to 1928 without marking it unfavorably. Reports show 165000 new telephones placed into service in 1930.

A.T.&2 American Telephone and Telegraph Company Waller Gifford

Flaming Mattress Fire Threatens Home

Firefighters forced entry to a residence owned by Walters on Thursday after a flaming mattress, allegedly ignited by an electrical fault, caused alarm. The incident was part of Today’s installment of A Perfect Crime to be continued on page 9B.

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Bates Plans New Volume From Dr Gates

Dr I E Gates chronicled in Watching the World Go By a brisk, humorous miscellany now in its third edition and gold on bookshelves. Published May 10 after February writing in spare time, the work has drawn letters of praise from readers nationwide.

I. E. Gates Dr. Gates Gates United States Durang S. Paul Minn

Equestrians Injured in City Traffic Mishaps

Two equestrians were injured in separate traffic accidents Wednesday afternoon. Garry Symons, 55, suffered slight injuries when his horse bolted along a bridle path near Brackenhill Park. Fielin Rebuhver, 17, of Georgia, struck by a vehicle at West Laurel and Sabines, fractured left leg and was admitted to Robert T. Queen Hospital after his horse was knocked down.

Theo Ban Antonio Egistrians Gnarel Street Santa Tinea

Texas Hesmen Demand at Altar in Lone Star State

A flood of letters and whispers from across the country reach the San Antonio chamber of commerce as women seek Texas husbands. Notices describe lonely widows in Mobile and others seeking matches with robust Texas men. The drive centers on romance, ranch life, and a possible economic angle amid curious reports of match seeking and social intrigue.

Prowler Ransacks San Antonio Home

A intruder broke into Mia Desher Whiting’s residence at 1283 Denton Boulevard Wednesday night, stealing an expensive silverware set and a pistol. Detectives Tre Williterson and J. R. Gray investigate the entry and suspect the intruder used a sack door.

A. Grower Mia Desher Whiting Denton Boulegned Lans Familly Datectises Tre Williterson J. R. Gray

Howell Jones to Speak in Sabinal on Interdependence of Cities

Howell Jones of the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce will address Sabinal Chamber of Commerce Thursday evening on Interdependence of Cities. Aide Ane Hildress and other members of the Naval chamber are among the attendees.

Howell Jones Will Sabinal Flower W. Jones San Antonio

Adopts Rabbits by Ferret Mother in City Home

A ferret reputed to be deadly to rabbits has unexpectedly adopted two wild cottontails, also mothering three baby ferrets. Downétris R. Collins of 715 Hamilton Street reports the unlikely scene in a city residence, highlighting an unusual animal kinship.

Mr. Ripley Downétris R. Collins Hamilton Street

Alanco Line Roads Fin oned and Open to Public

Frank Sommera of Berar County Commissioners announced two Alanco Line roads have been completed and opened to the public. The Bitter cond, a four mile stretch north of San Antonio, connects the Bolrordy area to distant lands. West Avenue, six miles long, links the Maneo and Hredricksburg roads near the city. A petition by Miller Road property owners to widen and improve Miller Road is under consideration, with land donations offered if adjacent fences are moved and work completed.

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Baptist Organizer to Speak Sunday in San Antonio

A Baptist organizer will speak this Sunday at the Lehuteb on Roosevelt Avenue and Whil Fier Street in San Antonio. It will be his first sermon since resigning the pastorate a year ago due to ill health, and he is supported by Mer. B. OL Tiarcell, who has also resigned.

Gor San Antoni Lehuteb Roosevelt Avemin Whilfier Street

Political rallies set across San Antonio area streets

A series of meetings announced for Thursday night feature Clint C. Small bonafide Democratic governor candidate speaking at Alamo Plaza at 5 PM with Will A. Morris as chair and O R Hinek among speakers. Lamar Seellyson appears for the Citizens league rally on Louston Street and New Granvels Avenue. Davenpnet presides over a separate event on his seating. W A Wurzhaeh Maury Maverick and Habeck Gbr appear with others. A second Citizens league gathering is planned on Peach Street with M Teenark chair. Arthur Wright Walker Eros Guy S McFarland and DL AL McAskill listed. Peoples Progressive mobilizes two meetings at Ball Path and Tuwa Angghe Heights School. The Gavil Government licker and Horace Kelton chair.

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Nicholas Acting Corps Engineer Named For DC District

In a terse notice Maz R. A. Nicholas, acting corps engineer, was announced for pending cargo area duties as Col William D Sadue arrived. Cadane Gadue completes his term as district engineer for the District of Columbia Wile 21, -r

Stolen Rearview Mirror Report At Chapel Parking Lot

A rearview mirror was reported stolen from a parked car near the chapel in Hort. Sam Hovaten Cael Mueller and SUZ Fat dorephine were noted in the report with the incident dated Thursday. Police were informed and are investigating the theft at the Hort location.

Hort Sam Hovaten Cael Mueller Suz Fat Dorephine The Ornee

First Annual Convention of Federal Employees Set

The State Federating of Federal Employes plans its first annual convention beginning Saturday at the chamber of commerce. About 2000 delegates are expected, with a large turnout from various branches. Mayor Chubers will welcome delegates, and prominent national leaders will address the meetings. The event includes a barbecue, a ball, and a feature program, with officers to be elected and plans for the second convention.

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Lions Convention Acclaims San Antonio Soprano Mary Edwards

Mary Stuart Edwards a coloratura soprano from San Antonio received praise at the Lions Clubs International convention in Denver Colorado. She is noted for a prominent role at meetings and was heard on radio station KUst Centor. In 2020 she held the official title Bird of Lions International.

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The Worm Is Turning Adz Offer New Business Prospects

Oday's Light Classified Adz offers a large variety of business opportunities as Nas Laken 2 trends toward the better. NOW is the time to find your own pursuit and join the upturn to prosperity.

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