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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1928
Page
9
A convoluted tale centers on Jerry Davis and his mother with allegations of deception and coercion. The narrative follows a string of disputed claims, with witnesses and a possible court backdrop in which truth and manipulation are debated.
Mrs Leonard returns to the third floor as Gay gossips over a tense telephone call. The scene fizzes with strained maternal authority and awkward social performance amid muffled dialogue and domestic bustle in a cluttered parlor.
The San Antonio water board proposes a water bill cut after April to ease high charges. City officials and Mayor G. A. Chambers discuss a 7 percent reduction for the coming year, with lower rates for those paying promptly. Savings hinge on timely payments and reduced usage, with further discounts for customers meeting new thresholds.
Spectators packed the venue as the Junior Women presented an aquatic carnival under city sponsorship. Prizes will be awarded during the day for various water competitions and the event was promoted by the Junior Ladies and Professional Women's Club led by President Miss Alien Tuetse.
San Antonio Police Fiatal team plans travel Monday night to compete in a closed event sponsored by the Terme Police Curls' association at the convention. Members include Cont. Joe Moaila A RL Milsten Genryn Van Vierk Prank Conktin and Burt Taress with GO. Miller as alternate.
Campaign notes show Comall talks planned across multiple towns. Candidates Mayfield and others travel through Rio Grande area, with stops in Cotulla and Lorin as per local schedules.
A theft at a city garage on Wyse Salinas Street reported Monday morning by officer David Chard from the city detective bureau. The incident involved a missing B30 amount and a cash register discrepancy.
A reminiscence by James I Vorhies about past city life and streets. The narrator recalls evening scenes with families and neighbors, describing old recreation areas and the safest routes home during rain and winter ice.
Thon Cornell, previously a pil clerk in Former Mayor Winek’s administration, is appointed bailiff for the city court by the corporation council. The appointment follows a morning meeting and reflects a shift in local administration.
The article describes a camp program at Tafa Tate near Comfare aimed at underprivileged children. San Antonio Chamber of Commerce originators, San Antonio Elkeith service support, and local officials organize a first trip for about two dozen youths before summer ends. Camp chairman Karoppee and County Clerk Taek Brinks are noted in organizing roles.
A yardman was injured after a fall from a bus at Wear Summilt Proder fekeburg road. He sustained a wrenching pain and probable internal injuries and was reported at the scene by witnesses.
Frederick Simmieh captions for a National Theographie issue showcase of Texas growth. Allison Adams photographs twelve Texans including Sam Skiptacky Hank Antoninus and Dr Urmila owner of the Tuckhorn. Images depict San Antonio landmarks and local subjects across architecture culture and history.
A man with a suspected arm injury aroused a section of the community in San Antonio. Neighbors report a prowler call to police. The injured man was treated at Robert J. Green hospital and placed in jail.
A scrambled list shows names and partial addresses including IvHinay CoM Reeves at 128 Weymouth and Juan Murquiz at 404 Beene Vista Mreet. Other entries include Estelle Northans 93 Mission, Helen Larber 502 Sheeman 4, G Nickens 204 1-2 Barth Hachberty, and Van Cleave 500 Van Ness sitet with ambiguous street forms.
Spring draws more snakes and bites risks. The article outlines measures to deter rattlers, including sealing den sites, using barriers like cages and hawks, and removing attractants around homes. It warns to avoid handling snakes and to install screens to keep them out of living spaces.
An autoist suffers a fractured skull after a crash involving two cars. The injured driver, listed as A. M. Detonator, is treated at a local hospital as authorities investigate the scene and collect details on the collision.
The executive council of the San Antonio Christian Endeavor Union will meet at 7 p.m. at South Side Christian church. An all members social and program of speeches and music titled The Joyousness of Jesus will follow.
Summer school opens Monday morning at Main Avenue Senior School. Principal Tegner Eloma scores will be taken to Turestas. Fourteen elders will head the summer region, per Miss Faith, the director.
A 1948 report reviews venomous snake bites in Texas during the year to date, noting 150 cases and 28 deaths. It credits antivenin programs and public education for reducing fatalities and outlines four dangerous snakes and first aid measures.
A number of San Antonio boys will be among the students of Vesna A and Mf College who will receive diplomas at College Stow Finn Tuesday. Jute W A Worzhaut and W Te Montromers, both of San Antonio, and members of the board of directors of the institution, will attend the graduation exercises.
The Elks announce plans for Camp Elks Tiana opening during a July 4 entertainment in Comfort. A special committee will report on the site and the annual meeting will feature a social program and vaudeville acts.
Unclear fragmentary report notes officials at a city hospital asking for magazines. Details about patient care or reasons are obscured in the text. No clear names, dates, or locations are extractable from the damaged content.
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