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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1938
Page
4
Freeman, head of the Miami Chevrolet firm, asserts the value of used cars rises with age and mileage. He says modern Chevrolets offer long life, fewer repairs, and better economy than older models, advising buyers to seek reliable dealers for lasting investment.
Buick division of General Motors will sponsor the June 23 Louis Schmeling fight in New York. Veteran announcer Clem McCarthy will provide blow by blow narration on Red and Blue networks NBC and NBC facilities will also air overseas. The sponsor predicts the broadcast will reach a record radio audience.
B L Tes announces the opening of an used car and auto loan business at 4396 Alamo Street. Mr Tyes, known in San Antonio for auto finance work, says the lot is large with ample parking and offers prompt, expert customer service. He plans handling cars on commission and wholesale purchases for cash.
The piece promotes six monthly inspections by Curl] Cartwright Inc to keep cars in first class condition. It argues regular servicing lowers operating costs, improves fuel use, and enhances safety with checks on spark plugs, carburetors, brakes, oil, and other systems. It also notes the Indianapolis Memorial Day 500 race as a showcase of engineering progress.
New York stylist Miss Zelma Mumma demonstrates Madame Adrienne brassieres at Wolff & Marx. The $250 handmade lace garment, billed as the most expensive in the world, traces to a sixteenth century lace collar and offers various support designs for different figures.
The 1938 Studebaker front bench, marketed as room for three, ends up effectively seating two as the width is narrowed to 56 12 inches. Car makers claim it to be among the widest in low and medium priced cars, though real-world seating falls short of the claim.
C W Miller general manager of Sears Toehuck and company and Kiwanis president and J Williamson secretary will depart today to attend the International Kiwanis convention in San Francisco. The gathering runs from June 26 to June W, inclusive.
Sterling Colorado June 18 There will be five diplomas all defec 1933 in the family of Mr and Mrs Pichele Grenzt. Eugen will graduate from the eighth grade Stanley has completed high school Verda is through with her course in library science at Denver university and Dorothy and Albina will receive diplomas from the Colorado State College of Education.
Ford Demonstration Month shows strong turnout as Ward H. Miller praises Ford V-8 models for performance economy and reliability. Dealers report hundreds of curious customers attending demonstrations in June to learn features and refinements of the 60 and 85 horsepower cars.
In Inverness Scotland on June 18 the Scottish Free Church Presbytery condemned B B C Sunday night musical programs as dull and contrary to the Sabbath calling them offensive and ruinous to religious law.
Bird's nest found in a bush at Great Witker ing, Essex, was partly made with wire and a hairpin among other items. The incident involves a brood and pins noted in the report, reflecting a curious find reported from London on June 12.
Chaney Jack White announces the appointment of Chaney as acting manager of the Plaza hotel in Corpus Christi amid Jake Loeker’s illness confinement in San Antonio. Chaney, previously with California properties, directs operations after leading Paso del Norte El Paso and Dallas Athletic Club roles.
A nationwide owners test of Hudson 112s used special meters to analyze over 3000 reports from coast to coast. Results show mileage varying from 20 to over 30 mpg, with an average near 24 mpg. Driving habits strongly influence economy, and the test generated dealer and owner interest plus a contest awarding three 1325 Hudson cars weekly.
Milwaukee, June 18 The majority guild of St Anthony's Catholic church pays a member $25 from the guild fund for each store visit. Guild members contribute 25 cents monthly for nine months to the insurance treasury, which rises to $1 monthly during confinement. The Rev Charles C organ.
A June 16 report from Walton New Gazette notes a chicken in Hants county village named Trio, built like a tricycle, with three legs. The bird walks and scratches as normal, described as a craft to foster respect for marriage and promote matronal nursing roles. Husbands and graduates show interest, contributing to the idea's spread.
Readable lines describe a Texas lakeside catch of a thirty five pound catfish. The report notes big fish and lively fishing scenes near Texas waterways, highlighting anglers and local interest in the oversized catch.
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