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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1931
Page
16
A fragmented narrative centers on Jennifer Shows and a troubled marriage, revealing hidden affairs and emotional entanglements. The piece references Avery, Edgerton, and Marich in a tangled plot about love, deception, and personal revelations.
A ceremonial reading unfolds at a crowded event as Rarick delivers a formal yet nervy address. Family tensions thread through the scene with a daughter and mother arguing over the public figure’s performance while observers compare or critique it with sharp, vivid imagery. The section ends mid-scene, hinting at further controversy.
Bandit victim Paul Torres living on Peden Street was treated at Robert B. Green Hospital for a bullet wound after a hold up. He staggered to J. Hernandez’s home on South Lazada Street before transport to the hospital. A knifing victim Gregorio Jiminez was also treated at the same hospital. Officers report a man arrested in connection with the knife attack.
Twenty four at Santa Rosa Pass Examinations for the Incarnate Word training school report passing high averages. The exam, held in April, led to May graduation. Notable graduates include Mary Agundon and others, with a list of names such as Bachle Sedlé Carne Helen Hutel Lovells Kain Agnes Evthe and more.
An outing on the Medina river near Frio City drew rural carriers from Bexar, Atascosa and Medina counties. Postmaster F. G. Lacee of San Antonio, Tom Abbott and Robert Ubr, along with Bexar county commissioners and carriers’ representatives, spoke to attendees about the group’s goals and activities.
A sequence of accidents sent six people to Robert B. Green hospital. Ed Davin, 47, suffered eye burns from generator wires while working on a vehicle. Edith Forester, 40, and Allen Wilson, 48, were injured in separate vehicle incidents. John Griffin, 48, collided with a panther at Bienco road and Bildebtiod avenue. Rosa, 1009 Ruiz street, was struck by debris hall, and Elmer McClougherty, 18, had effects from taking poison last Sunday.
Theft at Orientes Oil, 420 Bimpannaireet, yields an empty safe with only papers. J F Bardhire reports the break at 420 Delgado, jewelry valued at 228 dollars missing from 302 Mintdavis Street. Robberies include a purse loss at 1017 South Alamo and clothing taken from 927 South Median. An 18?old prowler nabbed burning clothing at Helen Smith’s home.
The Rt Rev William Theodoron Capers, bishop of the West Texas Province and president of the Boothwret, preached the baccalaureate address at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. He delivered the sermon and spoke to graduates and faculty about faith and service.
Ident James A. Wille of Bellevue Washington left Kelly field on Sunday to return home after piloting a transport plane to Army Air Corps maneuvers in the East. His first stop will be Montgomery Alabama. Mia King, president of the San Antonio board of election, left San Antonio Sunday for a brief vacation in Corpus Christ.
San Antonio will pay homage to its patron Saint Anthony on July 12 with a high mass at the San Fernando cathedral. The celebration marks the seventh centenary since the saint's death, acknowledged by Pope Leo XIII as a world concern. Citizens from all denominations are invited to attend.
Mrs. C. S. Head reported to police that she foiled purse snatchers while walking in the 1000 block of West Craft Place. Other victims listed include Fannie Curte of 931 Menchaca Street whose plumbing was taken, and Albert Carolus of 626 Labor Street reporting $18 stolen from his home.
Greyhound announces a 45 minute faster San Antonio to Laredo service with the all weather highway completion. Buses depart San Antonio daily at 8:00 a.m and 7:30 p.m arriving in Laredo at 12 45 p.m, 6 48 p.m, and 12 16 a.m.
City attorney’s office draws new complaints for negligent collision aimed at beating vague old filings. In County Court No 2 and No 1 appeals, Corporation courts use the refined charges alleging multiple traffic ordinance violations. Night Clerk and clerks favor the new forms, following February rulings that old complaints were defective while appeals moved to Corporation court.
Delegates from the Hon Antonio Teachers council to the National Education Association convention in Hollywood California from June 27 to July 3 have been selected. Miss Francesa Donecker president of the council Howard Doolittle and Mrs Alan Hortle Lewis are the delegates.
The Palle family awaits operations at Robert B. Green Hospital for removal of tenails. Six children Arthur 11 Robert 9 Edward Rudolph Hortence 6 and Alice 1 were brought by Mr and Mrs J O Valle of 1000 Victoria Street. Alice will keep her opinions to herself for another year perhaps.
Three Mexican youths were taken into custody Sunday by Officer C. C. Posten at St Marys street and Groig place while hose theft was investigated. The suspects were detained Monday as police continued inquiries into the missing garden hose and related matter.
J D AfeUarthy accused W W Whitley of refusing a car hire due to intoxication. McCarthy led him to a drugstore, assaulted him, and testified in court. Judge A L Aintlock fined McCarthy $10 for simple assault. the fine was paid.
Fifteen year old May Priest, daughter of L W Priest at 110 Dickey Avenue, reported an intruder gained entry through a bedroom window at 4 am Monday. The girl’s screams frightened the intruder away as he attempted to pull her through the window while she slept with her feet near the opening.
Dr Altes Schecher of Houston will address the congregation Avith Yeshurog at Rodef Sholom B'nai Torah on Tuesday at 8 p m. The talk titled Mizrachi Bloomism will discuss religious topics for attendees from the community and local membership.
A drill competition for the trophy offered by Breck C Leithny drew the Allied troop at Lions Field Saturday. Troop No 10 won under Raj Leon and Troduguer, judged by Capt A F Bowen and Lieut B R DePasqual. The trophy, donated by Leith, will be awarded annually to the best troop of the First Texas regiment of the Junior Tanks of America. The winning unit included Whitlock Zonder, Nate Snyder, Vil Varn Wensley, Lt Tomuson Jay, S H Dougherty, John McFarland, Ira Hensley, Y Sonex, and Bill Dooley. The second best troop was led by Capt Sheldon Cattsend Yiont with Aubrey Nathan and Major Rodriguez noted.
The letter argues debt relief could provide brief relief by canceling or reducing obligations. It contends most owe more than they are owed and suggests temporary relief would not harm others long, as gains would be reversed once debts return. It adds a call for practical action versus widespread worry.
San Antonio endures unseasonably hot day as summer arrives suddenly with humidity and a sharp rise in temperatures. Weather officials warn of no cool spells before further heat, with highs reaching into the 90s and 100s in some areas while spring days linger in city estimates.
Nine air students from the Advanced Flying School left Kelly Field Monday for Fort Crockett on an extended cross country hop. First Lieutenant Emil C G Kiet led the mission with two other lieutenants as escorts.
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