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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1937

Page

21

West Coast trip and music scene notes mix oddly

A jumble of notes recounts plans for a west coast trip to San Diego be titled Garr Diego and mentions unusual legal notes about wills. It notes a variety of musicians and performances, including a drummer named Garr and pianist Jenmyie Anersol, plus an allusion to a Memphis musicians convention and a magazine photo involving Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford.

Jeff Dayts Flelenor Garr Diego Davis Douglas Pairbanks Alexander Korda Mary Pickford Korda Mie

Beasley Biographer Recalls Deer Hunt and Odd Anatomy Study

The Beasley biography project recalls a hunt where Beasley and another boy killed a deer near their home. They carried the corpse forward, then realized they were lost and turned back after sunset. Beasley analyzed the carcass’s muscles and tendons, drawing innards, before Blaskey packed the skeleton home on wires and dogs later destroyed it.

Wilson Beasley Ute Wecht Blaskey

Cotulla Prepares for Frontier Days Rodeo Upgrade

Cotulla gears up for Corbila's tenth noqual rodeo and frontier days celebration on July 4 and 5. A barbecue is planned July 5 at the grounds as organizers expect a record crowd with new features and events for cowhands, while professional acts will be barred.

Cotulla Corbila Cotilla

Glamour and Heartbreak of Jean Harlow’s Rise to Fame

Hollywood biographer Lodelly Parsons opens with Jean Harlow’s dramatic life from Kansas City birth on March 4, 1911 to Hollywood stardom. The chapter outlines her three marriages, one true love, and a tempestuous career marked by glamour, excitement, and tragedy as she transformed herself for William Powell and chased lasting fame.

Dean Harlow Hollgood Begus Lodelly Parson Universal Service Miss Harlow Loullea Parsons Maton Universal Uniternal Service, Inc Hollywood Jean Harlow Kansas City Dean William Powell Aho Tollywood Jean Tey Tare Bill Barban Carpentier

Child of Divorce Jean WAS B child of divorce

A historical note traces Jean WAS B from a fractured family, describing early life with devoted parents and a grandmother, detailing a fragile childhood that set her on a path toward tennis fame and a mount toward national and intercollegiate events. The piece mentions University of Texas players and subsequent tours, including Maryland, Wilmington, and Drexel Hill, with references to Davis Cup veteran Wilmer Allison.

Austin University of ‘Texas George Dirkle Bay Anmio Baxnore Maryland Dulting Lindsay Franklin Vopesa Ken Bobby Kamrath Aupstin Edgar Wellét Aus Travel Lo Wilmington Del Drexel Hills Wilmer Allison Texas Uiversity Chicago Allison San Antonio

Jean Schacht's life story reveals privilege and resilience

The interview recounts a platinum blonde's upbringing, from a grand country estate to Hollywood poverty. Jean recalls early impressions of tours, moments of wealth, a lavish dinner party amid hardship, and a belief money mattered little to her essence.

Jean Hollywood Ty Own Hee

Jean Carpentier a star who refused to complain on set

The article traces Jean Carpentier’s early life and rise in Hollywood, noting her stubborn resilience and reluctance to boast about her fame. It covers her childhood in Kansas City and Los Angeles, her rough path to stardom, and how her self-doubts persisted despite growing recognition.

Jen Jack Conway Saratoga Jentte Mer Tim Hyon

Midget Show to Benefit Friendly Neighbors Clinic

The troupe of midget performers arrived after a prior show folded and will present a benefit at the Hilton Auditorium Saturday at 3 40 and 8 35 p m Proceeds go to the midgets and Friendly Neighbors charity. A free clinic and aid to underprivileged men women and children are planned per Mrs Edward Leighton president San Jose mission relations noted.

Meir Hielon Prjestie Friendly Neighbors Nenac San Jose Wuission Edward Leighton

Manufacturers to Fight Labor Bill Over Wage Rules

Texas manufacturing leaders warn that proposed wage and hour controls would harm industry. Bla Connery and Ticclating urge coordinated action across state groups. Porter A. Whaley of Gan Antatua names Walter B. Weisenberger to advocate in Washington.

Texas Lytuskis Wednerthy Washington Porter A. Whaley Gan Antatua Mce Walter B. Weisenberger National Industuel

Nicaragua Consul to Speak at Pan American Forum

Texas Nicaragua consul general Mouse S Perales will address the Pan American Student Forum on New Pan Americanism at the international convention in Dallas during the 1950s.

Nicaragua S. Perales Texas Dalls

Two Days On Briefs In Kerrville Bus Case

Attorneys in the Unton Bus firm and Kerrville Biscour pany faced a two day window to draft wills in a district court. Judge Toyloe adjourned the case as the Kerrville Dox company seeks to block using a terminal to Langport pass to San Angelo. The Union seeks $50,000 damages for alleged infringement of an exclusive terminal agreement.

Mue Kerrylle Biscourpany S. G. ‘Toyloe Karryile Company Union Oses San Angelo Bahenent

Stolen gems recovered after youth confession

Two dismantlings and a gold chain stolen from Mn Geb GC Wilson at 401 West Lau rel Street were recovered Wednesday when a 19 year old Black youth confessed. Detective Lee Jones aided the case.

Mn Geb GC Wilson 401 West Laurel Street Lee Jones

Warneke Named Deputy Constable in Bexar County

Oscar Warnke was appointed deputy constable by Bexar County Commissioners Court to assist Constable Ger Meeks. The annual salary of 1200 dollars was approved, effective June 1, with Oscar Matthews transferred to the new post.

Warneke Oscar Warnke Wedtexing Gerstable M. Meeks Bexar County Commissioners Court Oscar Matthews Dane

Thieves Target Antiques in Local Residences

A string of thefts reported at multiple homes including Mrs. Ld Merk at 235 West French. Antique stirrers valued at 50 dollars taken from Merk’s residence. Breakage of plate glass at another site on Serger pharmacy Austin street noted. A mower was torn from George Jowers’ property on St James street and plumbing damage reported at 423 Crayson street. Police notified Wednesday.

Ld. Merk Serger Austin George Jowers St. James Street Viola Andersot West Houston Street Slater Ivo Crayson Street

Tejas Association of Accredited Reality Culturists Convenes

Charles Rhodes of Houston travels to San Antonio for the Tejas Association of Accredited Reality Culturists convention at the Gunter hotel on the 17th 18th and 19th. San Antonio beauty supply firms will display their products at the event.

Charles Rhodes Houston San Antonio Tejas Association Gurter Hotel Genloher Tims

Glimpse of Eclipse Shown in San Antonio View

San Antonio residents saw a partial solar eclipse on Tuesday with only a small sun obscured by noon. A US Navy and National Geographic expedition recorded a total eclipse on Canton Island, lasting 33 seconds at 3 05 p m San Antonio time, the longest in 1200 years. Scientists studied the corona while weather stayed clear on the remote islands.

San United States Navy National Geographic Society Canton San Antonio

Immigration Agent Reports 19 Arrests

Immigration agent W. W. Knopp in charge of the district reported May investigations yielding 223 cases involving 468 persons. Results show 38 arrests and 38 individuals detained. 28 applied to establish residence. BE.EB Grress returned from Laredo with 25 detainees for deportation.

W. W. Knopp Crsey United States Grress Laredo

Music group honors memory of Mrs Eli Hertzberg

A tribute by the National Musa Weel association honors Mrs Eli Hertzberg who led the organization and recently passed away. A resolution of respect was read at the meeting presided over by Mrs T E Minime with piano selections by Mrs Paull Rochsdale and Mrs Dorothy Gafrivelli. William Furlong planned a Mexico City film screening at Fidelity club session.

Eli Hertzberg Wiliam Furlong Furlong Travel Fidelity Cluero

Eclipse Photographs Show Partial Solar Event

The San Antonio Light captured a partial solar eclipse with two specially built cameras. The photos illustrate the progression of the shadow across the sun, beginning around AL 217 as the first indication appeared, and tracing the sequence of its phases.

San Antonio

Baering Down On the News Baering Down On the News

An article by Arthur Hae discusses college life and student prospects amid changing times. It notes graduates, the value of timely action, and the shift in opportunities for men entering adulthood.

Want Ads Highlights From Classifieds

A 1930s style want ad roundup mentions a 4 room tintse wl hath at 1930 fan shcrt and various rentals at Aurora 509 Mawar street. Also notes a 1936 Plymouth Hotuxe coupe for $485, cellar chests $1.5 and a town mower at $305. Visual garble but cites multiple classified items and page cross references.

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