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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1929
Page
15
Nancy Hallenbeck, young and beautiful, faces a romantic tangle with Mat Tully as her sister and guardian press social expectations. He returns to win her, but Nancy doubts wealth over love, teetering between duty and desire in a melodramatic chapter ending with a cliffhanger.
Bernice and Phillis Zittenfield, famed snlranting twins from New York, depart with their mascot Trouble after failing to emulate Trudy Ederle.
Citizens in San Antonio discuss whether summer has begun as forecasts show uneven warmth. A weather bureau official weighs in while locals conclude summer is near, noting late spring warmth and occasional storms. The piece captures casual chatter about climate and the city’s mood.
The first dance of a six week training period begins at Brackenridge Avenue open air pavilion near Bulbop Army Post. Col Charles 2. Neleon announces the event. Mrs. Filtenheth Emazelton will be chaperone. Two more dances will follow during the program.
City announces applications are now open for detective agencies and special policemen to comply with the new ordinance proposed by Fire and Police Commissioner Wright. City Clerk Wiel Fries notes only one agency, Long Star Protective Detail, has applied so far and mentions the creation of special commissions under the police department.
District Attorney Tamar Serligson is summoned for jury duty as a special venire convenes to hear the murder charge against John Fraver, a San Antonio policeman accused of killing Daniel A. Tyler, a chiropractor, on the night of LOZ. The jurors will report to Ninety-fourth District Court for selection.
The police chief notes weapons including soap bars as improvised tools and knives from kitchens and shops. Officers report shards of improvised gear like a sawn shotgun found hidden, with faulty or makeshift devices that could kill or incapacitate.
A damaged OCR note recounts a tragedy at Pablo Broggin store on Mill involving Walter Mickerson and others. A police officer by Charles Abhey’s want arrested Whiny after a shooting. The plaza once housed Don Engehlo Tusa and stood on the plaza’s edge as old Thidinarts faded.
The text notes a horde of tobacco smokers in Weed availing themselves of free matches, with figures estimating up to 273000 matches from daily giveaways. It mentions MecQiur's Tieng stace at 204 Woustny street and shops offering complimentary matches, along with limited access details and related observations.
A Texas appeals court reports only about 80 cases left on its docket as high caseloads ease. Clerk T Maxey Hart notes cases may shift between districts and the court plans a reduced schedule, with a summer break in August. A report details a burglary at the Seguin branch of the W CL Smith company where $20 was stolen.
Scene from The Gondoliers highlights Gilbert wit in the Los Angeles Civic Opera presentation at Brackenridge Park Sunken Garden. A leading LA operatic figure is set to participate, though the production is rarely offered due to its high cost.
Crowds gather as a new shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor is enshrined at St Cecilia’s Church in San Antonio. A 117 year old relic copy blessed by Father Garrigs marks the transfer from New Orleans, honoring St Mother St Michel’s vow during the adventures of early 19th century frontier life. The statue, transported from New Orleans, stands as a symbol of faith amid local devotion and history.
Rabbi Ephraim Fritch plans a Friday night talk at Tome Ueth Li on education. He aims to present the real meaning of higher education and invites college men and women to attend. On Saturday at 10530 a.m. he will discuss the philosophy of the ancient religious leader Rabbi Yehuda Hanah from the second century.
Prize offered for best permanent name for the orchestra performing at the Midway on Frio City road this Saturday. The originator of the chosen name will win a $54 prize as announced by management.
A fragmentary item recounts Diogenes style lantern searches for an honest man, noting heavy kerosene use in lanterns and a past debt narrator Mary expresses gratitude. The text references C. Cy Campbell of the internal revenue bureau and a long-ago loan or note.
A bizarre encounter unfolds at the Pacific passenger office where a stranger in dated fashion demands to see the passenger agent. The man, described as dignified yet disruptive, speaks with clerks Johnston and Fare, offering wine while pressing for attention, revealing a scene of odd conduct and misdirection.
Stevva pleaded guilty to theft by embezzlement in the Seventh District Court. The indictment alleged two geoets valued at B10 left with possession of a ranch caretaker north of the city, with the crime dated August 13, 1625. Henry Alpllar reported the loss and the case proceeded to sentencing for a two year penitentiary term.
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