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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1951

Page

2

Vance West Trial Delayed in Houston Slaying Case

The second murder trial of Vance West was postponed to August 20 after Judge Howard P. Green denied a defense continuance but granted a post ponement. West is charged in the slaying of Bink West in Balder in August 1949. He had a prior five year term. The case was ordered retied by the Court of Criminal Appeals.

Victoria Vance West Howard P. Green Wassick West Bink West Houston Baldere Court of Criinal Appeals

Baldness promise from Mueller treatment plans

An advertisement urges men to try Mueller hair treatment to prevent baldness and regrow hair. It claims quick, no cost checks with a chartist psychologist available. Hours are listed as 10 am to 9 30 pm weekdays and 10 to 4 on Saturdays.

Mueller

Courtesy Across Generations Stirs Mixed Views

Readers weigh youth courtesy amid changing times. Martin, Davila, and others argue civility varies by person, era, and social contact. Some say modern culture erodes manners, while a few believe courtesy remains similar to past generations despite shifts in behavior and media.

Congress Roundup on Passage of Tax Bill Debated

Washington reports a split within the GOP over a 87.2 billion tax measure as Rep Marlin of Massachusetts calls the bill unsound while House leaders push rules to expedite a floor vote possibly on Thursday. Comptroller General Warren warned of weakening government standards, urging a civic commission to propose how to restore moral levels in government as funding bills for the year proceed.

Washington Jone Marlin R-Mass Doughton House Lin House Lindsay C. Warren Texing Congress Senate

Cleveland crime committee seeks fresh information on bootlegging to gambling switch

The Cleveland crime committee today urged new tips about a mob said to have shifted from bootlegging to gambling after prohibition repeal. Six witnesses testified as hearings continued with arrests and warrants upsetting the area while a parallel probe into Communist influence proceeded, calling four former defense workers in Baltimore and noting other industrial regions would be examined later.

Kenale Cleveland taeRel Feu Etromiller Baltimore

Local Diet Aid Ad Promises Money Back

A damaged advertisement touts Kellogg’s AuiaBRAN as a remedy for constipation with a money back offer. It includes a customer testimonial from Mrs. Hewie Hamilton and urges daily use with water, requesting return of the empty box if not satisfied within days.

Attenaan Hewie Hamilton Miller Street Flint Mich Aliebran Tsers

U S Lunch Aid Necessity in San Antonio

San Antonio school board member Gus Garcia told the Mexican Chamber of Commerce that federal aid for school lunches is essential. He noted last year 300000 meals were served district wide and forecast a rise next fall as workers return from the north. He also said bonds totaling 3 000 600 will fund new schools including a junior high in the southwest. Garcia urged bids on the Alamo Stadium concessions and a committee of leaders was appointed to oversee civic actions and finances.

Gus Garcia San Antonia Garcia Mexican Chamber of Commerce San Antonio Echoos Alamo Stadium Joseph C. Curry Demestis M. Ci. Gonzales Jose Sim Maclin Giro Guillen George de la Garza Jesus Captaya Garela Tames Acuna Guerra Beanie Cantu Tomas Acuna Policarpio Barrera Max Prater Joy Olivares Pratik Mertola Armando Reed Juan Gonzales

Ex-Suitor of Princess to Wed Ex-Suitor of Princess to Wed

London report says the engagement of the Marquess of Blasford to Susan Mary Hornby, a close friend of the Princess, was announced last night. Gossip notes the Earl of Dalkeith among rumored favorites linked to the princess in social circles.

London Marquess of Blasvford B Marparel Susan Mary Hornby Yuk Earl of Dalkeith

Refrigerator Price Climb Seen in Chicago Market

Chicago June 1 yard Dan Packard predicts higher prices for refrigerators and ranges as Nash Kelvituitor and Jatroit selling housewares. He spoke at the sunpaup inter Solve problems quicker. Want Ads note F-12731 for adket at the merchandise mart in Chicago.

Chicard Dan Packard Nash-Kelvituitor Lse National Home Furnishings Fivnlire Mart Merchandise Mart Chicago

Army to Free 100,900 Reserves

Washington reports the Army plans to release about 100,000 enlisted volunteers and reserve members who rejoined combat duty from organized reserve and national guard. The policy prioritizes World War II veterans and those with private service, aiming for releases to start in July rather than September.

Washington Army National Guard Koree Pace

Kuomintang Office in San Antonio Regionally Active

Justice department records show the Kuomintang Nationalist party maintains a San Antonio office as southern regional headquarters with officials Louie Monchen and Ng Li Wing listed. Other offices are in Houston and El Paso, with national HQ in San Francisco. statement dated December 31, 1946.

Spes Washington SodiPh San Antonio Nationaliiet Party Kuomingtang Justice Department Louie Monchen Ng Li Wing Matagordast Houston Ti Paso San Francisco

Wrong Seat Usher Assault at Oklahoma City Theater

OKLAHOMA CITY June 19 A 16 year old theater usher Vernon Duncan told Judge Foslee he assaulted a moviegoer after warning him to stop turning up and down the aisle. He appeared in court on an assault and battery charge.

Oklahoma City Tavley Vernon Duncan Mike Foslee

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