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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1928

Page

11

Shine Up Your Pigmentations Contest at Aztec Theater

Freckles in San Antonio spark a city contest with cash prizes totaling 40 dollars and minor awards. Entry requires a photo or photo by Smith Studio, name, address, and phone, then mail to Freckles Contest Editor at The Light. Judging starts soon with winners announced in The Light. employees of The Light or Aztec cannot enter.

San. Antonio Gene Stratton Porter Astec Smith Atudio Houston Street ONC Winters Che Tiaht

Fall Fashion Talks From The Clothier Desk

The article reports on upcoming men’s fashion shifts as fashion expert Thee Harela from Frankrotherk, after a Chicago sourcing trip, predicts trench coats of gaberdine and waterproof fabrics, black dominates with subtle white stripes, and two button coats return while peach tones wane.

Harela Frankrotherk Chicago Hatria Enid Tarria Bulton Collegiate West

Octogenarian Buried Monday

Obituary notice for Mrs. Mary Ann Dorle 88 of San Antonio, services held Monday at family residence 2100 Weyl Drong ton. survived by husband John, son Wil Doyletron, daughter Mra G Hy Man, and several grandchildren in San Antonio.

Bunernt Wervices Mary Ann Dorle Antoale Sunifey Te Family Cealdenge Dingle John Ar Wil Doyletron Ilaughfeta Browl Breit Breit Tatdera Trancetuiten Wnit San Antonio

Corbal Declines Bride by Order Amid French Gossip

Corbal announces he will not wed by order at Chateau de Corbal. Neighbors and citizens discuss republican values as the event draws attention from Paris and nearby towns. A servant and several family members are mentioned amid the social intrigue and questions about class and choice.

Corbal Sievernale Poussignst Anil Ala Partekaa Amaldgervant Wloriment Lin

Cardigny de Carhal Appears Before Court At Ceremony

In a formal chamber scene Cardigny de Carhal dressed in black coat silver buttons and silk ribbon stands before the tribunal. The president and Chinwrnniere press him to reveal republican sincerity beyond mere appearance as the crowd awaits whether his republicanism can erase aristocratic birth. Continued on Page 8. Col. 4.

Cardigny de Carhal Jnattea Chinwrnniere

Tariff Issue on Owsley Speech at San Pedro Park

Owsley plans to press tariff reform at a San Pedro event Monday night urging relief for raw material producers and protection against discrimination favoring finished goods. He argues Northern producers profit at Southern consumer expense and calls for fair trade.

Owsley San Pedro Alvin Owslus San Pedro Park Welork United States Stemte Sam

Donkey Derby Set At City Park Races Cove July

The city recreation department announces a donkey derby at the park Sunday July 2 with entries open through July 27. Vie Schulte directs the event with prizes for first second and third place and a draft to be worn by entrants. SIX ENTRIES SO FAR include notable contenders Souls Pranier King Til Geneva and Palsy among others.

Vie Schulte Maygrammd Convencion Pict Ehaye Gene der Do Nye Uhers Rix Jude King Lodge of Knelt Souls Pranier Mike Tile Nity Joo Speed Kalworda Solar xix King Til Geneva

Five Recovering After Auto Crash Fire

Five people recovering from minor injuries after an automobile crash on Commerce Street near Stevenson Road. Victims include driver Aurelio Perez and family members Sevara Perez and Jusie Perez. They received first aid at Robert L. Green Hospital.

Commerce Street Stevenson Charles Menaie Thirty-fourth Street Coamerce Mionmonites Aurelio Peres Commerce Stevenson Road Sevara Trerez Teini Jusie Perez Robert IS. Green Hospital

Robbery at Milton Kothman Home Yields Cash Goods

Sheriff's report details a burglary at 240 Han Tis Street in which a thief stole twenty-five pillars, fourteen thirty and silverware while the Kothman family was away on a fishing trip. Additional crates and items were taken. The incident was reported Monday.

Milton Kothman Han Tis Street

Friend Arrested in Tortured Shooting Incident

Moren a 23 of SW Torreon Street was shot three times at night. He named no suspect and said a friend of his was in custody. The shooting occurred near Mundas and he was hospitalized at Moher Th Uroen hospital.

Thonagh Isadore Morena Torreon Street Mowlay Colin Morenay Dilie Xald Moreno Ia Moher Th Uroen Hospital

Drunk Man Arrested After Porch Altercation

A intoxicated man struck a glass on the front porch of GG Glass, 310 Eneland Place, causing a disturbance that led to his arrest Monday. Police noted the suspect appeared intoxicated and lodged him for processing.

Glasa Eneland

S A AGOG AS DERBY DAY NEARS AT CONCEPCION

San Antonio awaits Donkey Derby at Concepcion Park on Sunday July 29 as racing fans chant theyre off and Bill Pape guides King Tut during the event. The article notes Papes snappy jockey attire and the novelty race marks SA first of its kind.

San Antonio Bill Pape King Tut Bill Raiment

Ruddy Plans New Series Involves San Antonio Attorneys

Muddy Gal outlines a scheme to coordinate attorney visits for court cases, claiming to name the court and open full term details. He hints at arranging cooperation with a lawyer to ensure courthouse locations are known, stating many inquiries end in disappointment without guidance.

Myers Woyrlbawse Rignr San Alntonia Attornij Conris Avery Lime Muddy Suygere

Pair Recovering From Injuries in Auto Crash

Mr and Mrs CG French of 1426 North Sabinas street were recovering from injuries after their auto overturned in a crash with a vehicle carrying J T Guerrera and S41 Holtrong street occupants. Mrs W E Mann of 439 Gist Milehe ed street was cut by flying glass in the collision. Robert B Green remained hospitalized for treatment.

CG. French North Sabinas Street J- T& Guerrera Holtrong Street Guerrera Joer W.E. Mann Gist Mileheed

Torrence Burial Noted in San Antonio Obituary

W.8. Torrence, 74, is buried in San Antonio after services conducted by Mew BR Howl. He is survived by one son, W. J. Torrence. The notice appears fragmented but indicates a local obituary with standard survivor details.

W.8. Torrence S. A Wrathe Torrence Saturnas W. J. Torrence Amon

Birth Notice for BiRTHnAy N. M. Toya at 18 Agguler Street

Miss Jennie Ober 538 University avenue and E. L Bull 04 Montana wheel are listed alongside addresses 218 Terrell avenue and 04 Montana wheel in a brief birth notice fragment. The text references GW Avera and BiRTHnAy N. M. Toya with minimal context.

N. M. Toya Agguler Street Avera Terrell

Remember When a River Host Details Then and Now

A fragmented reminiscence recalls a river scene near Commerca Street Bridge in 4885 with a host, abundant fish, and a float harvest. It mentions Schote garden work with Ms glass Font, tropical plants, and the transition from oil lamps to electric lights with a night tie causing praise for courtesy.

Commerca Street Smith Schote Garden Glass Janis Berg Wien

Exposition Building Saved by San Antonio Firemen

San Antonio firemen Sunday night saved the Exposition Building on West Houston Street after a corridor blaze swept through the big rooms. The fire was checked and the blaze halted by early Monday, allowing reentry and assessment.

San Antonio Exposition Wnet Houston

Police Lock Up Man Accused in Wrench Attack

Police booked a man after a wrench attack Sunday night on Sam Fletcher of 104 Sailor Street. Fletcher was struck in the face and the assailant fled with a shotgun to prevent retaliation. The incident also involved Brock Mendoza of 304 Angela Street, beaten near his home and taken to Green Hospital.

Poliee Sam Fletcher Sailor Street Fletcher Bred Mendoza Angelia Street Esenue Mendoza Robert Ni Green Hospital

Youth’s Bitter Outburst Lands Him in Jail

A San Antonio youth declared I hate all policemen during a morning cafe visit. Police booked him for drunkenness after officers Robert Collins and Yatesman FT. Welson testified and escorted him to jail.

Young San Antonio

Noted Crime Sting Leads to Seizure of Weapons

A 62 year old suspect was apprehended early Monday as detectives found two pistols a knife and a Winchester rifle in possession during a sting operation. Authorities describe the case as a well prepared setup.

Little to fear in Mexico say San Antonio exporters

Export managers from San Antonio firms, noting Mexico as a gate to the south, say the political shift after President-elect Obregon will not disrupt credit, exports, or shipments. They describe Obregon as a shrewd leader and expect business to continue uninterrupted despite turmoil.

Mexico San Antonio United States Chamber of Commerce Frillant Odresma Rac Antonio Slcmy San Arlonio Criles Irith San An+tonio

Burial in North For Mrs L M Lowry

Funeral services for Mrs Lillian M Lowry 64 who died Sunday at a local hospital will be held in Forestville Wisconsin She had lived there since last November Mrs Lowry is survived by her husband three daughters Al Lowry 82 one son Mod QR H Lowry and two brothers George F L Crouse of California and Fred Crouse of Illinois

Lillian M. Lowry Fornestville Wis

A Circus Changes Life of Nancy Deane

A girl named Nancy Deane from a small town gains confidence and social influence after a circus arrives. The story follows her awakening to a magnetic presence she does not fully understand, as Roy L. Faly weaves a serialized tale about the heroine who discovers power over men. The first chapter appears in the serial.

Nancy Treane Nancy Binchy Nancy Deane Roy L. Faly

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Aztec Theater Abel Shorty Moger Ling Tie Marrix Burrog RAGE Iver Park Courge Kothman S. A. Agog Concepcion Pari Ruddy Louis Lipp Comfast, Texas A. Exposition North L.M. Lowry
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