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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1939
Page
9
Unclear text depicts dissatisfaction with a polka tune linked to a satchel radio device. It references a private device, a lady friend, and a novelty invention deemed “the devil” by observers. The fragment suggests social tension over changing music delivery and personal listening habits.
In East Orange New Jersey on July 22 Arthur J Baldwin and his brother died recenty aged 69 and 68. They were prominent lawyers and financiers of the Teen Reindeer corporation with stakes in Alaska. The brothers reportedly formed a partnership early in their career and were connected to hunting and fur ventures with a large herd.
The Texas Baptist convention announces revival services with Reverend Joyner, pastor of the West Baptist Church of Gutman, Texas. He will preach Sunday night at the International mission and lead the gathering in Calton streets.
Methodist ministers association members and their families plan a Monday afternoon barbecue at Basemark Wow Bramels. The Rev. B H Dare and the Rev. Don E Onloney oversee arrangements.
In Williams Lake and surrounding districts, residents describe a brilliant meteor flash followed by thunderous sound. Witnesses saw smoke rings and a riderless horse, with reports of explosions and fires near Quesnel and other northern locales.
New York July 22 A 20 year old American student William Aderhwell Gurts Maliusrol was jailed by Germans for writing a jingle about the Third Reich. He arrived at a German prison center and spoke of the threat of harsher punishment, while his guardian prepared to defend him.
Washington July 22 A White House discussion followed by senators' reaction shows President Roosevelt arguing that failure to revise the neutrality law harms business. Senator Vandenberg questions the doom of a third term. McNary and Pittman weigh potential effects on economic activity amid uncertainty about neutrality policy. A general business pickup is noted, with cautious outlook on a broader war risk.
Funeral services were arranged in Dallas for W. W. Gant a 95 year old figure on the staff of General Nathan Hedford. He died last night after serving during the Civil War and had settled in Dallas. The text notes his mayoral role and military service.
Sixty two BG drivers for Dairyland Inc. were honored for safe records over the past year. Each driver received a metal and certificate from the National Safety Council in a ceremony at city hall. Police Commissioner Lipscomb praised the group and urged continued cooperation in the city safety campaign. S.H. Lawson noted Dairyland deliveries average about 1500 miles per month per driver.
Hong Kong reports official notice that Japanese aviary forces laid mine fields along several coastal stretches of Kwantung province near Swatow and entrances to a large bay northeast of Amoy, aiming to ease naval patrols. Also notes University of Oklahoma students earning 165 straight A grades.
A man accused of starving his two young children while spending earnings on chewing tobacco was fined 25 dollars by a magistrate. Louis White, 24, was convicted of wilfully neglecting and failing to supply necessary care for Phyllis, 4, and Louis, 5. His wife testified he refused support and often earned only 75 cents in junk hauling. He was given three days to raise the fine.
An Eas' worn Air Lines employee at Stinson Field was tasked with painting a neon background for a new sign in the administration building at the municipal airport. The Chicago sign company, which designs emblems for the airline, installed the background featuring a blue or dark hue beneath the red lettering.
Unclear notes describe mail pickup at Stinson field by a core mail carrier. The plan states mail will be picked up eight times daily, with routes tied to field trips, aiming to improve convenience for residents of the surrounding community. Details are partially garbled but indicate coordination with local postal officials.
July 22 reports from Danzig claim 10 Polish youths armed with pistols were taken prisoner after clashing near the western border. Danes gathered at Ochsendorf as captives were moved, authorities say the youths belong to Felisti Academy legion. The youths say they vacationed near the frontier and walked across into Danaij territory. Free city officials view the incident seriously while the prisoners are held for identity and jurisdiction scrutiny.
County Judge Charles W. Anderson on Saturday announced he would draft the 3920-40 budget himself if the county commissioners fail to act by August 1. The plan follows requests from county officials and Sheriff's office for staffing and gas allowances, while Commissioner Abbott pressed priorities and the doctors office budget remained disputed. In Fort Worth, George W. Fisher, 66, longtime railroad operator and editor of the Southwestern Railway Journal, died Friday after an 18 month illness.
Washington July 22 Usually well informed senators forecast Roosevelt would sign the Hatch bill amid criticism. The measure bans political activity by most federal employees. The Senate sent the bill to the White House after a testy scene and minor amendments.
Police sought two men after a waitress from a San Antonio area bar was attacked and dragged from a car, forced home then assaulted twice more while resisting. The victim, 24, identified as Miss Jae Rodriguez, described being kidnapped near Nagalitos Street and driven along Tirnsanton Road. Officers detained the suspects for treatment at Robert B. Green Hospital in the wake of the incident.
July 22.DHON SARE reports the death of John Morris Sinealile Je, 18 year old son of Rear Admiral John Mor tle Emene, United States Navy officer, from a heart attack in France yesterday.
Fort Worth residents and civic leaders attended the Casa Manana revue opening, drawing a sell-out crowd. The event highlighted backing from local schools colleges and teachers as the show debuted amid community support and festive pageantry.
Seward Alaska July 2 The coast guard aided by Morris proceeds across the Gulf of Alaska to aid the small 18 foot schooner Pradora after it grounded near Cape St Elias. Five expedition members including Tits daiatiter Fmentea Kellenis and Cecil T Hooks from Oklahoma City are aboard with crew and photographer Gwen and radio man Leo Clark. The vessel was taking on water while a rescue plan evolves and hopes to reach the craft within about 43 hours.
The American Weekly promises a filled double feature about King Nestor famed as the genius behind the wooden horse and a tale from ancient walls. It previews explorations of Nestor’s place with archaeologists and references to vivid historic eras and editors noting lore from Homeric Greece.
A fragmented OCR note describes a confusing scene involving a bagpipe, a historian Mrs L Krough attempting to piece together a picture, and an odd instrument insert. The garbled text mentions Beorland and Hasid Hunter of Ban, with a Witte musenr and retina imagery amid incomplete names and places.
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