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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1929

Page

12

Nancy and Roger Plan Yosemite Wedding Interlude

Ocy and Roger converse as Nancy Hollenbeck, lively yet restless, faces pressure from her mother against marriage. At a Jeh Craigs house party Nancy and sister Louisa recall Jack Freamer and wealthy Aunt Ellie offers a Yosemite trip. In Yosemite Nancy meets Ranger Roger Nocatus as the Porters arrive and gossip rises around a possible elopement plan with chaperons.

Ancy Hollenbeck Mat ‘Tully Jeh Craigs Nancy Teveries Jack Freamer Nancy Louise Ellie Fia Yosemite Jack Heavier Beamer Roger Nocatus Roger

Riding, memories, and social tides in the West

Nancy endures a chilly morning ride as Mrs. Porter chides her for riding while the girls don’t. The scene shifts through camp life, weathered paths, and vivid recollections of family, friends, and social expectations in the West, with Nancy confiding to Roger about past loves and status.

Mrs. Porter Nancy Dovalur Louise Hilie Lou Jack Beamer Laie Tama Pape Troger Decatur Ech Roger Siome Froese Europe New York T Whaeley Uisden Palace Mara Peebles Atsuch Sandre Hannet Ripper

Taal Drivers In Hot Water

A garbled reminiscence about taxi drivers and patrons, recalling late night expeditions to speakeasies and Benny's or Benny's run by various owners. The piece notes drivers’ frustration with customers who linger outside, the desire to reach dances, and the tension of waiting in the sun while others drink, amid mentions of specific places and personalities.

San Antonio Placer Thal Oscar Mike Lamb Nol Flint Jel

Man chases thief after attempted car theft at home

Gus J. Biller of 1902 North Alwno street reports he chased away a man who was attempting to steal his car on a Monday. G. G Wool of LT Borgot street reports his house was entered through the rear but nothing was missing.

Gus J. Biller North Alwno Strett G. G Wool Borgot

Burglar Steals Keys to Her Car

Miss Hannah Lewison reports a thief broke a front window on June and stole her car keys. The burglar entered the dwelling and took only the keys, leaving the vehicle untouched, police noted the night of the incident.

Sanday Hannah Lewison Miss Lewison

Junior Chamber Postpones Meet in Plier Mich

The Junior Chamber meeting in Plier, Michigan, scheduled for Tuesday night has been postponed due to the absence of members attending the national convention. Secretary Jeane Tenens said the meeting will be rescheduled to hear reports on the convention.

Becaure Nf Membre Tunlor Chamber Camparree Jeane 3. Tenens Joes Tnlor Monany

Five Year Old Drowns at Roosevelt Park Pool

A five year old boy, Roper Alves, son of Mr and Mrs Aven, 19 Wickes Street, died Monday at Roosevelt Park swimming pool. He had been underwater about 45 minutes before being found at the bottom. Attempts at revival with an inhalator were made by his mother, aunt, and others.

Roper Alves Renr Mere Wickes Street Ricfim Roosevel Park Awimmern Dely Fie Amd Bir Clartes Hartler

Pastor Declines Call to St Louis Church

Dr P B Hill of First Presbyterian Church announces at Sunday service he will not accept a call to Central Presbyterian Church in St Louis. He notes the church’s growth and recalls late Dr Gray Jones, predecessor who served twenty years.

P. B. Hill Firat Presbyterian Church Central Presbyterian Church Louis TN Enid Firat

Chapter Sends Executives to Confer at National WBA Meet

Five San Antonio members of the Women s Benevolent Association will travel to the national convention in Atlantic City June 27 to 31 as guests of the local chapter. The event includes a city parade along the boardwalk with about five thousand in costume representing the continental WBA jurisdiction. Delegates are Mrs Tenegra Thorne, Mrs Cara Lee Tag, Mrs Antie E Rowland, Margaret Darrs, and Mrs Dore.

Bene- ML Association San Antonio Atlantic City Associ Finn Aring Anil Yi Particinate W. B. A. Tagernt Na Cordnalion Citie Audir Castume W. B Fixe Andg Btrs Tenegra ‘Thorne Cara Lee Tag Mra Antie E. Rowland Re. Margaret Darrs Mes Mne Dore

Vase Winner at Chicago World’s Fair in 1898

Mrs George Stirkey of 914 San Pedro Avenue owns a first prize French cloisonne vase from the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair and notes its lasting beauty. She also possesses other notable art pieces with significant value.

George Stirkey San Pedro Avenue

Social Welfare Workers Select Meeting Delegates

Delegates for the National Association of Social Welfare Workers annual meeting in San Francisco from January 26 to July 3 were chosen at a San Antonio and South Texan Welfare Workers association gathering in Boerne Saturday night. Dinner for 54 members and guests followed.

National Association of Social Welfare Workers San Francisco San Antonio South Texan Welfare Workers’ Association Boerne Inni Philps Carl Drson Welfare Warkres Walter W. Whitson Houston Social Service Burteau Nazey Tomlinasn United States Veterans’ Bureau Cnet Goulwim Ted Cross

Rangers Quiz 8 A Woman in Killing of Valley Banker

Rangers questioned a San Antonio woman suspected in the fatal attack on Claud E. Welly, Weslaco banker. Welly was beaten in the valley, dying at about 1 30 Monday morning after the March 19 assault. Investigators pursue leads and potential access to the killer.

Rangers Valley Dongera M. C. Galbenith Tieht Townsend San Antonio Claud E. Welly Weslaco Kelly Hig Wen Mare

Louis E. Mays Buried in Los Angeles Funeral

Funeral services for Louis Flbeel Mase 87 died in Los Angeles Time 9 were held here Monday. Mays came to Texas as a railroad engineer for a number of years. Honorary pallbearers included a roster of local officials and friends from Los Angeles and surrounding communities.

Louis Flbeel Mase Los Angeles Monnay Sr Mays Pexna Southern Pacific Railroad Feary Ego San Angeles Wallsenrera Tank Wellson Feed Hummert George Potchernick Pete Hoefger Albert Tolle Sam W. He King Groter Cellini Gr. A. L. Medag Erhést Fiblers FL J. Magner Flw Patton WL Sorrell H. Re Me- Coun Dr A Graves Drew Cather Dro MN. E Prreon Fenni Stouk Dom Murrey Aly Garedo Richart Anstey Alex

Two Women Hurt and Bitten by Dogs in Sunday Attacks

Mrs T G Scott of Los West Suimmit Place was among ten women attacked by dogs Sunday in the 000 block of Suramit Place. Julia Domingo of 420 South Laredo Street also suffered a dog bite. Police said neither injury appeared serious.

T. G._ Scott Los West Suimmit Place Suramit Ples Mera Julia Domingo South Laredo Treet Poller

Girl of My Dreams opens doors for composer Clapp

Charles F. Clapp, known as Sonny, directs the Pinza kale prehvatra and recalls five years of struggle to publish Girl of My Dreams. He left Savannah to seek success in New York, faced rejection, then found a path through Dae Steele's orchestra. Although the hit did not yield big income, it boosted his career and led to renewed publishing opportunities.

Charles F Soimy Clapp Sis Ant Savnounh Dae Steele New York City New York Area

Joseph Cleaver Missing Report Sparks Local Search

89 year old Joseph Cleaver was reported missing from 319 Resehorditah street. Police and volunteers searched Sunday for Cleaver who has grey cap and a moustache, last seen wearing a grey cap and a white shirt. A second missing person, Edward Hil, 49, from 709 North Alatho street, was also noted in the report.

Joseph Cleaver Nix Resehorditah Street Elnoe Suneans Lollie Edward Hil North Alatho Street Asia Cleaver

Motorist Injured in Auto Smashup

A motorist was injured when his vehicle collided with a street car on Tren Ueth Street near 117 Goliad atreet. Police reported the accident occurred Monday and named T. Perce as a possible driver involved.

T. Perce Goliad Atreet Jared Tren Ueth Etreety

And I Remember When Uncle Don Cannon Was Speaker

A reminiscence by E. Bacon recalling days in Congress and the federal courtroom in Danville Tit where Uncle Don Cannon was humorously named the head of the country. The tale highlights a crowded courtroom, a curious jury and the judge’s questions about who makes the laws and who leads the country.

E. Bacon United States Marina Jon Cannon Meshoy Danville Tit White Jon'e Amunng Don Cannon Ay Julie Imire

Burial set for PF W Pflughaupt Wednesday

PF W Pflughaupt, a longtime San Antonio bakery owner born in Texas, will be buried Wednesday. He died Friday night after residing in the city for 30 years. Survived by his wife, four sons George, Fritz, Lehard and Albert, and daughters Wilma Eleanor and Mrs. Buell. he previously lived in Los Angeles.

F. OW. Diingiaupt Fay Fridas Wulmobile Weciview Peces Tor Antonie San Antonio Pfluguaupt St. Antoni Whiz Oriffon Wilma Eleanor Pfhighaupt Antonio Ca Buell Lins Angeles George Frei Ijehard Albert Pelughavnt Antonia

Prosperity Month Promises Opportunities in San Antonio

A fragment describes Prosperity Month in San Antonio urging readers to consult the Light classified section daily for chances to share in prosperity. It hints at abundant opportunities for various prospects, urging readers to seek profitable options and financial growth.

San Antonio Anton The Light

Oil development roars in San Antonio era led by Thomson

A nostalgic account recalls early Texas oil history centered around Somerset and San Antonio, crediting Dr. F. T. Thomson and local pioneers with igniting commercial production. The piece celebrates the push for oil and gas development, noting key figures, wells, and the shift from exploratory pits to steady output in the Somerset area and beyond.

WM. FB Brogan San Aidenia Fin Antonio Territors Uistness Fiat Yight Trod & Thorny Nth Ina the Light San Goa San Antonio F. T. Thomson Grayburg Slimp le Witheranoon John Err Sidney Young George Eggleston Mr. Stimp Someset Somerset Vrude

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