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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1951
Page
7
The piece describes a surge in bargain hunting with price cuts and outsize promotions sweeping across cities from New York. It notes shoppers rushing to departments, preferring value over trusted brands, and retailers offering deep discounts to spur sales while warning of rapid price shifts and wary bookkeeping.
Sir Larry Cladghl is named chancellor commander of the San Antonio Knights of Pythias lodge. He serves as crew chief at the central issue station at Tarkhind AFB and previously held the role of vice chancellor of the K B lodge in Charleston West Virginia.
A city council discussion centers on adopting a new charter to move San Antonio toward direct election of officials. Citizens and officials debate the change, with sample quotes indicating strong support for popular choice and concern over potential sectarian or elitist control. Local clerk Ivone Johnston notes public rights to decide, while observers worry about how shifts would affect governance and accountability.
Ruby Asie of San Antonio will lead music for the thirty second Admiral Southwest Water Pageant in July 1954. Theme is Mysteries of Color. L A Handler of 404 Gibbs Bldg urged American voters to choose the right man for public office, stating officials should reflect the people’s will and valority.
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