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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1935
Page
17
Forrest Duke and a group of young companions journeyed to California and back for $3.90 after leaving with ten dollars. They flashed a card reading High School Boys on Their Way Home as motorists waved. An elderly traveler in Los Angeles recounted their humorous misadventure and manners.
A fragmented account describes a scene at a Texas custoi where a man offers his seat to a lady amid a public upheaval. The piece notes out-of-state origins, local attitudes, and a milk relief program causing fierce competition among dairies. It mentions relief vouchers, milk allowances, and widespread sales pressure tied to a costly monthly milk item.
The article notes dairies losing business to rivals while agents press for milk contracts. A New York man seeks tattooed women photos from Clem Smith via Jack Fegan, now back in Colorado Springs after car sales. Billy Rose, linked to show biz, is gaining magazine attention and recalls early San Antonio shorthand fame.
Local notes recount Patt paying $800 to return to New York and dine in Ol his first theatrical venture. Gell Drandt is said to have one of the largest Caruso record connections in the South. A reader comments on a locally praised performance described as strikingly good.
The Inter-American Highway links the Texas border to Mexico City reopening to traffic. William Furlong reports from the association that the route was opened and he collected a trip from Valles to Mexico City on Tuesday, signaling resumed travel on the corridor.
Maj. Gen. Charles Reynolds visits Fort Sam Houston to review plans for a two million dollar general hospital. He arrives from Hot Springs Arkansas to confer with local authorities on construction and inspect medical centers as part of a broader inspection tour.
Two complaints accuse Joe Alvarez and Felipy Villaforas of maintaining coun trae prisanees at 202 Chinua hua street and 2 Noth San Jacinta Street. They allegedly kept and supplied intoxicating liquor at a home brew beer rat Sunday. Deputy Sheritt Houston Minor filed the felony complaints in Peace Bar Cortesa's court.
In Santa Monica a reader discusses a fanciful flight from Mostow to San Francisco, imagining a bold North Pole crossing and a celebratory reception for the crew. The writer urges welcoming the travelers regardless of politics, praising scientific achievement and even a hypothetical nonpolitical professor for merit.
Martha Wagener, a Texas pioneer's widow born in Germany, marks her 84th birthday this Wednesday. She arrived in the United States at age 13 after walking with her parents from Germany to Seguin, later settling in Indianola. Surviving family includes daughters Mrs. Mariest Dolie and Miss Martha Wagener, 31 grandchildren, and 35 great grandchildren.
Bowen announces a new double daily air service between Dallas Fort Worth and San Antonio with connections to night sleepers for East and West coasts. The schedule shortens Dallas leg to 80 minutes from San Antonio and adds services from San Antonio to Corpus Christi Brownsville with new Valtez equipment.
Local police report thieves took a heavy electric motor from the Humble Bing Lite company plant on Tuesday. G. H. C. Johnson confirmed the incident and urged any witnesses to come forward.
Governor Janes V Allred forecast success for Texas planning board in securing federal funds for natural resource development. WPA allotment potential to aid public works estimated at 4 839 000. Board outlined several statewide development projects including public health, forestry, and highway improvements while officials noted uncertainty on exact tax impacts and funding allocation.
Workmen razing the Washington old post office uncovered a stash including 21 stamps and 8 pennies sent to the Treasury. Also found were six Mexican coins, a head slug, a pasture mail item, and a letter mailed in 1921 to a son.
City officials announce an active campaign for the September 19 charter amendment election. Mayor Quinsalt leads, with three of his four investigators assisting. Proposals include reducing mayoral max salaries, adding a public defender, and allowing city depository bids from banks.
A 1991 event outlines a prohibition rally organized by groups from Taliyah Trinity and Travis Park Methodist churches. Speakers include leaders from Alamo Methodist and Travis Park, citing concerns over whisky and alcohol in the community. The gathering aims to mobilize parishioners on a Tuesday event at prominent church addresses.
An armed man entered the Mule Barn on 1607 South San Mateo Street Monday night, demanded pills for a waitress, bought a package, and opened fire after a declined request. Will Deke, owner, said bystander Blake retrieved a gun and returned fire as patrons fled, with a gunshot reported in a nearby parked truck.
Officials plan air conditioning for the new federal building in Knoxville through the Ogilvie building. W Kulch of Knoxville, father of A W Kulsche, contractor head, estimates installation costs exceed 50 000 dollars. Meanwhile, work on the old building annex continues, with completion aimed in 30 days.
A 41-year-old Black man and trainer identified as Bll Whily was allegedly attacked Monday morning at a home on Indians Street after a dispute over a $25 bill. The suspect, Rogers, of 118 North Genter Street, is in police custody. A public safety item was used in the reported strike.
More than 300 first and second class and movie badges were awarded at four Boy Scout courts of honor in various parts of the city Monday night according to Var Bryn scout executive. District supervisors awarding the badges were: John G. Swope Anthony Van Tuyt Col Herbert A. White George Humett Bridges G Bedel Moore Gus Brown and Prank Judmaler.
Saturday marks the final day for corn hog contract signers in Branl county to finish negotiations. County agent Fred Wr c Maily urged farmers to complete talks before the deadline, emphasizing the importance of timely action.
Lions club members meet at the Gunter in San Antonio on Wednesday at noon. George Ufiniillols and Nis orenestra will play.
Dr. Millikan arrives at Fort Sam Houston on Wednesday to perform stratospheric cosmic ray tests. Instruments on balloons will record temperature wind, pressure and ray intensity up to 21 miles. Maj. Gen. Hugh Johnson Higgins coordinates War Department support with Victor Neher and Caltech colleagues.
Police reported two assault cases, one involving Johnnie Garrall at 31K Matamoras and another victim slugged at a house on North Leona Street. Garrall was taken to Robet B. Green hospital and other victim J.C. Cumrey received hospital care after the attack.
The local civil service office announced blanks for examinations to fill openings in the children's bureau of the department of Isbor and the state school administration offices. Applications must be submitted in Washington by August 19.
A reconsideration of Bexar County gambling closures surfaced Tuesday as Sheriff Al Beck West refused to comment while night clubs reportedly sustain gambling gear for over a week. West reiterated he has not opened the town and noted no plans to permit reopening or state leniency ahead of the election.
A jumble of theft reports lists portraits and cash stolen from several homes and businesses. Items include clothing from residences on West Herding Plate and West Mulberry Street, a guitar from Adolph Hofer, and tools valued at 7480 from a parked car. An employee, Jesse Sanchez, reports clothing theft from a Helium caterers rocker.
A. Neustadt, native of Germany and longtime American merchandiser, died Monday in a local hospital. An authority in retail, he helped develop Karlsson's men’s wear division and was connected with a major clothing manufacturer. He is survived by his wife Pauline, two children and a daughter Suzanne.
Classified rental column shows furnished apartments and rooms with monthly prices from 35 to 324 dollars. Listings include addresses such as 218 West, 504 East Ashby, and 333 Osteman. mentions partial totals like 435.00 monthly and 528.00 monthly. Detailed leasing terms and complete listings are promised in the rental section.
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