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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1930

Page

19

Raquel Becomes Reigning Beauty in Paris

Raquel, employed as chief model by Alphonsa Courbel in Paris, enjoys a new life with Grats Tosau as a companion. Separate quarters are arranged for Raquel and Grats at the Motel Bitz and Continental. A Montmartre night visit leads to tension with Prince de Rochelle and a duel challenge amid patrons at Tony Johnson's club.

Paris Nin Alphonsa Courbel Faghton Raquel Roles New York Iit Arisona Coer Penton Grats Tosau Alpherme Greta Reality Bitz Raquelin Es Laplin Continental Raquel Grete Montmartre Bertie Adams Haquel France Frien Ginger" Brith Tony" Johnson Prince de Rochelle Wertle Adams Bertie Felehds Adanis Na

Alphonse Conrbet Hosts Glitzy Paris Soirée and Rumors

In Paris a frenzied social scene centers on Alphonse Conrbet’s apartment near the Champs Elysees where glamorous guests and whispered rumors swirl. Fashionable circles anticipate a dramatic showcase while conversations hint at evolving romantic entanglements and power. Continued on Page 3, Col. 4.

Paris Alphonse Conrbet States Alphonse Champs Elysees Onmaelian Sulsilee Stas le Jia Polt Paria America Melik Traqael Ter Gox Venus Ming Louis XVI le Jis Eric Stafford Elis Fener Stafford Ign Greta Raquel Eric Bratford Tanwil Pleasuire

Chickens Reported Stolen In Local Incident

A police report details that chickens were stolen from a residence about 12 miles out on the Corpus Cheisthrea route. Suspects fled with the poultry after a Thursday night incident.

Frank Siuremt Wen Teves Oll Chickes Leieres Urace Helle Harris Washington Aleees

Salonic aviation display by American pilots noted

A Salonika newspaper reports on Curtiss Wright pilots Lieut. James W. Doode Captain HK Canton and Lieut. James F. Walker performing in Europe. The piece describes their飞机 and a dramatic ascent with spectators watching as the craft seemingly falter and recover while the crew continues their mission.

Salonika Snel Muanrdning Cornes-Wright Siblones James W.doode HK. Canton Kelly Field James F. Walker Wrightfield Ohio Curtiss-Wright Falcon Hawk Ao Robie Curtiss-Wright Review Satonika Ues Curtiss Canton Fliorawl

And I Remember When

The narrative recalls a historic Alamo area site on Houston and Soledad Streets. The store facing Alam o and a surrounding quadrangle were altered after a fire or destruction, with a modern rock wall replacing the old structure.

J. J. Montanio Houston Soledad Alamo Alam

Major Prentiss Set for September Arrival in San Antonio

Maj. A. M. Beentiss, recently assigned as chemical warfare officer with Fight Corps Area HQ, is slated to arrive in San Antonio during September. He succeeds Col. Adeing Gibson, now transferred to Mort Leavenworth, while Maj. Prentiss continues training at Edgewood Arsenal, Ma.

A. M. Beentiss Fight Corps San Antonio Olout Sonienter Nt. J. Halpin Adeing Gibson Gibson Bern Mort Leavenworthaul Snr Lrontiss Edgewood Arsenal Whiere Les Wee

Debate Ends as Chance Bill Passes in Commons

London July 25 The House of Commons concluded debate on the Chance bill and passed the national budget by 223 votes to 85. The measure sets government spending and tax priorities for the coming year.

London House of Commons Today Tetaizil Yeading

Cruelty and Desertion Main Causes of Divorces in County

The county clerk reports 47 percent of divorces due to cruelty or desertion amid 409 marriages and 583 divorces in the year. Harris cites over 60 percent of divorces brought by women under cruelty or desertion. The piece traces historic marriage licenses from 1857 to 1923 and notes legal changes in 1923 requiring a four day waiting period before marriage.

Isir Chunty i Lod Jack Ry Burke Tterlow Merk Harris Besar San Antonin Wong Whille Lown Bexar Republic of Weans Julie W. Swit Burke

First Marriage License in Bexar County Recorded

San Antonio marked the first marriage license issued in Bexar County in 1937. County clerk Jack Burke noted 2,387 licenses have since been issued, with the historic photograph showing a modest ceremony.

San Antonio Bexar Republic of ‘Texas Jack Burke

Automatic Traffic Signal System Demonstrated by Engineer

C O Dorne, an engineer, demonstrates a miniature radio controlled traffic signal system at city intersections. He says the plan will cure traffic ills by acting as the brain and eyes for motorists approaching corners and urges installation in three areas.

C. O. Dorne

Ravisti Named Principal at Los Angeles High School

Ravisti has become principal of the Los Angeles High School succeeding J. V. Buyers who resigned. Bakely, supervisor in the Los Angeles department, announces the appointment. Nelson, former assistant principal at a different school, is not involved in the new post.

Lon, Ravisti Los Angeles Neilson She High Sesioo Fillsboro Kaderli Universiy Lexkai J. V. Buye Jopon

Fashion season preview and upcoming promotional sessions

A rough preview outlines fashion themes for the coming season including shoes gloves jewelry and accessories. Special sessions for sales managers fashionists and advertising personnel are noted, with Wednesday's presentation and sessions ending Thursday, December 24.

Vinerx Annery Iteas Huye Nanigers Cales

Advice to the Lovelorn by Beatrice Fairfax

A reader asks if a young girl should keep calling a older man who never responds or move on. The columnist advises avoiding unreturned invitations, seeks happier pursuits, and suggests enjoying summer while steering away from heartache. The second letter reveals a secret marriage and guidance to inform relatives and friends with tact and celebrate the union.

Miss Fairfax Tam Hyty

Freed Negro Laborers Return Home Under Fine Suspense

Five named Black laborers from Lasalle County were arrested Thursday night in Slownlow Street and brought to trial in Sam Antonio. Detective Will Maesey testified. the men faced fines of 50 dollars each with suspensions if they stay away from trouble. A farmer from Coluiln awaited them at the courthouse steps to escort them back to work on his land.

Lasalle County Paie Jénve Hegrora Janie Willis Joby Nolan Threen Rustin Crowley Faunes Johnson Will Maesey A. T. Matlock le Turimue Coluiln

Authorities Seek 6 Texans Listed Among Missing

Six Texans are reported missing by San Antonio police. Names include Viola Holt, Margaret Holt, and Viola Holt plus others tied to Teaks and Tes locations. Missing persons are listed with last known addresses on Soledad Street and nearby areas. police urge any information.

Antonio Fritsy S.ow Tes Teaks Soledad Street Ignisine

Incoherent note prompts Bayer Aspirin usage

Fragmentary text discusses Bayer Aspirin use and packaging ideas. Mentions fatigue symptoms and a suggestion to keep an oil tablet bottle and read directions on the pack. Contains garbled phrases and unclear instructions.

Teachers Take Super Work at Los Angeles Heights

More than 32 1-3 percent of teachers at Los Angeles Heights schools are taking summer courses. Superintendent Bakeler lists educators and their study locations including University of Texas and Kingsville Teachers College.

Los Angeles Heights Bakeler Mra Lake Gurrett University of ‘Lesan Edar Currie Bul Ross Mra Macris Kroschel University of Mexico Inez Caltcult University of Texan GR. Meeks Ndwinistralian San Mar Ws J. N. Road

South Africa Speaker at Seventh Day Adventist Anniversary

Capetown South Africa resident Phennissen spoke at the Seventh Day Adventist anniversary convention held Thursday at 616 South Hackberry Street in W. OS North. The event featured the church pastor Heverth Day Adventist discussing church focus.

South Africa Parley Theater D.C Phennissen Capetown South Aftica Seventh Day Adventist Yegea South Hackberry Streen W.os North Focal ' Heverth Day Adventist Church

Farm Candidate to Speak in Eight Areas

A farm candidate, A. Edwin Waller of Hars county, campaigns for county commissioner of agriculture. He is in San Antonio after addressing Georgetown Austin and Creedmoor and plans to speak in San Antonio.

Edwin Waller Hars County San Antonio Georgetown Austin Creedmoor Waller

Pair Charged in Theft of Radio

Two individuals Face charges after a reported theft of radio equipment. The alleged incident involved unknown locations and figures, with investigators noting missing items and potential further implications for related cases. Police declined to release further details pending charges.

Reserve officers ordered to active duty at Hensley Field

A list shows Duty Lieutenants Pant A Vaio Claire FR Cheney and W Barelay plus Capt Fred Eayes Sax Antouin and others, ordered to active duty at Hensley Field near Tyilins, beginning August 1 3. The notice appears to record assignments for active service duties and dates.

Pant A. Vaio Claire FR Cheney W. Barelay Fred Eayes Sax Antouin Nir-Entya Hensley Field Neae Tyilins MM Das Dayagne

Radio Traffic Signal Plan Urged for San Antonio

A report describes a proposed automatic traffic signal system using a central "brain" device and road "eyes" to sense vehicle presence. Engineer C G Dorne explains how pavement units, a central controller, and radio rules would control lights, with city officials considering pilot installations at main intersections.

C. G. Dorie New Huron Conn Dorne Ap- Tarlus Cor Tae Jin Botwa Philadelphia Maltimore Ausata Suvi Livine Bod Reyes Nogalitus Ait

Wanted help in Light Classifieds readers seek workers

The notice urges readers to check the Light Classifieds Job columns for Position Wanted ads. It highlights classifications 50 61 and 12 and suggests the right person is likely listed there today.

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