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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1939
Page
3
Georgia Coltmen, fimony and diver who recovers infantile paralysis, was reported in hospital today for examination after a diver affmer incident. Hospital attendants said the exact nature of her symptoms had not been determined, but she was not in immediate danger.
Prison work details cause morning sessions to run long as court sessions extend to noon. Robert Cruz leads the chain gang with the plan to shift work hours to later in the day, aiming to improve labor turnout and efficiency for future sessions.
The Port Worth Star Telegram editors urge Mayor Maury Maverick to avoid entanglement with Garner while praising Gar ner’s open range style figures. The piece critiques Maverick’s Washington stint and warns against overreach as San Antonio faces a controversial medical raid and a reform board pay issue.
Henry of San Antonio faced murder charges in San Antonio Criminal District Court. An initial 50 year term for Artie Gincalr was reversed on appeal, sending the case to a higher court for new proceedings. Local officials note the hearing postponed to Monday as Neely remains in custody.
City officials and police representatives met to approve a summer uniform, replacing flashy pistols with standardized gear. Each officer will buy two blue gray uniforms costing about 15 dollars each, with boots for motorcycle officers and a system of insignia and marks for service, language, and proficiency.
Amarillo hosts a meeting of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association to discuss industry issues. Leaders including President Mrs. Peres Chanter prepare to address concerns about the beef market and recent nationwide statements. The session, called for Monday at the Plaza Hotel, aims to unite ranchers across Texas for a frank discussion.
Peace returned to Flint as GM strike ended with police escort clearing Fisher Body Plant area. Workers had walked out in a brief uprising that stirred rival factions among unions and prompted fears of further violence. Martin claims a settlement with Central Motors while the city braces for post strike tensions and potential retaliation.
Washington B. Stewart, 85 Porter Street, formerly an Express Publishing Company electrician, is named the citys chief electrical inspector. The appointment, announced by Floyd Mey Gowan with mayoral aide Millyry Mavericks support, received union and electrical department backing. Stewart will be paid 200 dollars monthly plus traffic officer duties and four hands for others. Attendees at the meeting included Maverick Lipscomb Harvey Bogasch Proud McGour secretary Charles Blevens police superintendent Sergt. Stanley Fitch and officers Thompson and Tet Suchesad Curtis Thompson, elected to represent their shifts.
Election of officers and the 1949 convention city selection will highlight the three day Rainbow Girls meeting at Scottish Rite cathedral Thursday. Certificates for secret work were given at opening time with memorial services led by Mrs Rebecca Wal Hamson of Dallas. Future officers will be chosen and the event closes with a reception at the Gunter hotel.
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