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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1939
Page
14
A scrambled list of names and events appears across the page, mentioning Lucille Bullleau returning home, Louies Middio and Barrett Fournier wedding plans, and various public notices. Names like Joe Lange, Nerothy Zimmertran, James B. Tipton and Melba Janszen appear alongside street signs and a “BATTERIES CHARGED 49 CENTS” sign.
A string of varied notes references Enrique Ortega and a full page feature Life on the Sioyny Lanter schos ram pus, Col William OP Pyeehart to Mexico City, and Mrs Prechort visiting. It highlights Fort Worth Frontier Centennial plans and past Casa Manana events with colorful anecdotes from 1937 and remarks on theater, press coverage, and local culture.
Police booked two suspects after arrests made at Woodlawn. Investigators say the individuals were taken into custody following a fishing-related incident as authorities continued to probe the matter.
Chief Harvey led a broad anti gambling drive as Corporation Court heard 43 drag warrants for law violators who failed to answer. Among those present were Commissioner Lipscomb and others, with cases ranging from intoxication to speeding and disturbing the peace. Several defendants faced fines or forfeiture of bonds, while others were released on gambling complaints.
An OCR fragment reports multiple injuries and illnesses at a hospital emergency ward. Names include Raul Jimenez, Lola Mae Ward, Isobel Gar an, Vetiel Lee, and Wayne Gossingan Jr. Incidents involve kerosene exposure, Christmas tree decorations, a ball accident, a fall from a truck, and a diving board mishap at Beeville.
Reported Tuesday at Our Body of the Lake college, 26 students began a six week course Monday. Enrollees come from San Antonio and nearby areas as well as Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, New Mexico and California.
Two separate South Flores Street accidents injured two people. Charles Moria suffered talnar injuries, Robert B. Lre was bruised, and Joysety Herd was struck by a van. Police report lists addresses for drivers Pratk Haley and others.
Mrs Lenna Johnson Dobbins of 408 West Mulberry Avenue was appointed stenographer for Pab Jefferson, secretary to Mayor Maury Miverick. A relative of Mrs John Nance Garner, she has long county service and WPA work.
Invitations extended for an open house at 3 p.m. Wednesday invite 700 girls to join the summer program of the Young Women's Christian group. The event features recreational activities including swimming, canoeing, tennis, archery, arts and crafts, and horseback riding at Ammer camp.
An 19th or early 20th century description details artificial limbs, their manufacture and fitting for workers. W. B. Hutchins, age 42, of Rosewood Street, Wisconsin, is cited amid discussion of costs ranging from $125 to $60 per piece. The process involves shaping, sewing, painting, and belt attachment to fit the wearer, with a weeklong fitting period and finishing steps.
Texan charged with unlawfully carrying a pistol was fined and costs by County Court of Law No 2 dated April 3 19a Judge GC J Matthews presiding Pat Michell of Ta¢ Clower street found guilty. One case saw a dead animal left on a public attract. BH Hollscaw of 124 Alameta street fined $8 for littering. In County Court of Law No 1 presided by McColl Birchants Maxine Rogie of 7314 South Laredo street fined $25 on a guilty plea to aggravated assault against Joe Visque dating May 2.
An attempt to organize members of the Bay Antonio police department began Tuesday as Fraternal Order of Folive agents contacted officers led by Ben K. Perry. Perry says 15 officers joined, asserting the order is national and nonutilized for unionism while aiming to improve pensions, wage issues, and statutory protections.
Three men accused of mistreating a 12 year old girl were formed in city jail on morals charges. Officers Hester and Marti reported coercion patrols and a river incident. a Townsend club meeting is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday at 512 Howard Street in Fort Worth. Dolmey secretary announced.
Two men robbed and beaten after a fight in an automobile on Highway 6 near the San Antonio River. Gearon and others, ages 21 to 44, were discharged from Hort San Hous tai and later took refuge in a New Brounfels avenue tavern. One assailant, later identified as Leetvir Blakesay, allegedly fled with $50 and a watch. Injuries included a head wound. suspect held for questioning as sheriff deputies traced the vehicle to a Galveston resident. The case links to a prior safe cracking at Meedyile May 30. Also noted, the Animal Defense League will meet Thursday at 8 p.m. at the W. O. A.
A garbled handwritten piece pokes fun at politics and conventions with odd wordplay and mixed phrases. It riffs on slogans and box tops while joking about candidates and party ideas in a playful, nonsensical style.
The United States Civil Service Commission announced two nursing examiner openings at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington DC plus consulting roles. Post titles include director of nursing school and hospital superintendent with annual salaries from 1920 to 2300 dollars. Examinations set for senior field assistant and junior medical adenomology positions with salaries between 1440 and 31020 dollars. Applications due by July 3. Further information from the Civil Service Board Secretary, Room 116, Federal Building.
The South Bend newspaper reports Gilson of San Antonio sends a large toad gift to Mes Otto Kollar in an urban gesture. A front page photo features a hundred horned toads and Mrs Follar asked for only two, reflecting an odd local exchange.
ACLU announces a forthcoming meeting in Jersey City amid political tensions over city leadership. Reports mention prior street speeches, obstruction by municipal officials, and planned discussions on civil liberties and reform with participa nts from unionists and local activists.
Tavis Lipscomb pledged to replace worn gear as the Police Commission discussed modernization. At a Noonday San Antonio Police Association gathering in the St. Anthony Hotel Homer Allen outlined new safety messages and emphasized a ban on outdated equipment.
Rabbinical figure Rabbi Frischoff plans a three week absence starting mid June. He will travel from Taos to New York and then Washington to attend the Hifell anniversary convention of the Central Conference of American Absdecting Lier and participate in the dillerbug Debutante event.
Advertisements list furnished apartments at 215 Dalware and a top floor unit at 237 West Hulache for rent. A 1997 Ford 80-inch sedan is offered on terms with daily rent and insurance included. Brick and stone construction coils and a listed reconditioned electric refrigerator are also advertised.
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