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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1931
Page
4
Molly Heisman describes a photographer studio that moves from old time posing to a modern approach. The piece details a white room with a chair, mirror, and electric light setup, plus the photographer guiding a sitter into a flattering pose and delivering a revealing, surprisingly sharp final portrait.
King’s Cup race results report an officer in the Flying Corps winning the event this evening aboard Bluebird piloted by Blackboro. Flight Lieutenant Gibbons placed second, with Edward The event drew a field of four competitors, many dropped out early due to poor visibility and fatigue during the long 1000-tile course.
The Texas Legislature presses a continuing inquiry into the oil sector as lawmakers meet in a session that yields limited progress. The body considers measures and closes debate on the border issue between Oklahoma and Texas while grappling with other economic concerns.
Rosansky Church appoints Pastor Rastrop from Ran Maren ag Vir pape tar. A November 1 service is planned with a new plan for the occasion. The church notes close revives and a desire to appease community concerns while detailing parish leadership and a pledge to improve outreach.
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In Pittsburgh on Friday night a warehouse fire killed many residents of the Poor Home for the Aged complex. The toll rose to 211 hospitalized as investigators seek the blaze origin. Officials including Fire Chief Richard J. Smith and Deputy Chief Couls J. Conley review causes while volunteers helped evacuate survivors.
In Boerne Texas a six year term was given for a murder case. A jury found Fritz Blank's killer guilty after about an hour of deliberation. Testimony showed hijacking as the motive. Adair and Fletcher Cacer, both of San Antonio, faced trial in a special term. Judge Tee Wallace presided with defense by W. G. Linden.
In Chicago on July 25 a Sullivan family reunion occurred at a police station after a car crash in the neighborhood. Roy Sullivan, cousin of Jobe T. Sullivan, called for help as officers and sergeants arrived. The scene involved family members and bystanders, with officers assisting and taking statements as part of the investigation.
Fragmentary OCR describes Ted Pearson as a sprinter of note with references to timing and a running event. The text is garbled but hints at a race context and potential times, with scattered mentions of central standings and page references.
A local turtle has remained in its Athens area home, famed for enduring decades in the same surroundings. Residents recall the creature’s long life near familiar coordinates as it bridges generations.
The U S Employment Service reports 245000 people placed on jobs nationwide. Officials credit streamlined processing and faster matching via new phone and telegraph methods, noting significant reductions in red tape.
Editorial from an American veteran newspaper, discussing postwar debt policy. It cites Allied debts, bank interests, and calls for restraint on debt cancellation while emphasizing responsibility to American taxpayers and the impact on national recovery.
A man identified as Vanden, from Des Moines, faces punishment after repeated offenses including alcohol and property-related incidents. He was sentenced to a state penitentiary after prior arrests in Des Moines and another city. Authorities describe the case as involving injuries and alleged monetary theft during the alleged crime spree.
A wartime dispatch reports a heat wave hampering a pigeon flight from Chatia toward Wariford. Thirty two birds were released to fly 1000 miles, but only four arrived. Three of the survivors were local, with one from Maly.
One entertainment feature planned for the Verna department convention of the American Tyeglon includes a bull fight at a barbecue in Juarez. The event is scheduled in Paso to run August 24 to 25 with entertainment options for attendees.
An electrician suffered 12,000 to 18,000 volt exposure with only slight burns to the right arm and shoulder. The report notes protective measures and urges safety checks after the near fatal shock, highlighting the risks of high voltage work.
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