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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1939

Page

19

Hank Smith the Brave Working Patriot of Our Street

Damon Runyon retells the fictional memory of Hank Smith a yearned, cranky veteran born in Atlanta who served in the Spanish American War and Philippine insurrection. He endures multiple wounds across battles in San Francisco Chinatown Pekin and France and ends his tale with gratitude for the memory and the American Legion event in New York City.

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Salvador Loan Policy Deepens Latin American Tensions

The Salvadoran debt default and U S policy debates expose limits of the Good Neighbor approach. Washington fears provoking Latin American backlash over a $16 million default. The State Department’s stance slows enforcement while American investors face losses.

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Dwyer to Speak on Sale by Drink Bill

Representative Pat Dwyer of San Antonio plans to argue against a liquor sale by drink bill as a subcommittee reports to the House Liquor Trattle panel. Dwyer has pressed for action after a contested incident aboard a crowded bus and a cold complaint from Dingey about an overheated exchange.

Dwyer Austin Maron Pat Mwyer San Antonio Nouse Committee Dwyar Dingey Bis Theiy Howe Lin Finalite Uekola

Roosevelt Ashes Return: Cruiser To Transport Late Ambassador

The report notes President Roosevelt ordered a heavy cruiser to transport the remains of former Japanese ambassador Hirosi Satta from Washington to Japan. Satta resigned last October and his death in Washington last Sunday prompted the gesture. Tokyo accepts the offer and the American diplomat Beilha Yoshizawa informs the U S ambassador Joseph P. Grow.

Miami PhD Tespussey Houston Roosevelt Charleston Priomer Navy Department CG Inake Hirei Saita Washington Satta Tokio Japan Rockevell Hirosi Saks Beilha Yoshizawa Foreign Offee United States Joseph %. Grow

O Daniel calls for pollution parley in Texas

Governor W Lee O Daniel calls for a statewide pollution conference in Austin on March 14. He cites widespread ground water and stream contamination and urges prompt action and public education to address the problem.

Austin Texas Waters Ands Association W. Lee O'Daniel Wee

Tax Proposal To Be Shaped For Texas Pensions Debate

AUSTIN March 2 A flurry of taxation proposals aimed at old age pensions stirred hearings as subcommittees gathered a mix of ideas from a 14 percent new tax to a 2 5 percent retail sales levy and a net income tax. Lawmakers including Rep Albert Derden of Marlin weighed options and voiced opinions on how best to shape a state tax plan with governors and natural resources interests watching closely.

Austin Aol House Senate Albert Derden Marlin W. Lee O'Daniel Noltanl Jpoverno Teighton Cornett Clarksville Jay Charles II Anneli

Anderson Bill Aims Pay for County Workers In All Absences

Austin March 2 Hoexar county employees would receive regular salaries while incapacitated from duty under Representative Preston Anderson s bill now before the house. They would also be paid during vacations not exceeding days. salaries during intertions would be same as when working. Commissioners would be empowered to pay salaries for injuries and vacations of employees.

Anderson Austin Hoexar County Preston Anderson

Rescue of 150 From Fishing Vessel Reported

New York Morel 2 fal se Murvine corp reported the S and Newfoundland had rescued 150 men from a leaking fishing boat Ranger after it sent out a radio distress. Radio Marling said rescue work in heavy seas with a line attached to tow the craft to port.

New York Morel Murvine Corporation S. &. Newfoundland Ranger Hiad Marling

King Accused of Patities in Health Policy Row

Health officer Dr. King faces opposition from city policy leaders after a conflict over department staffing reforms and division abolition. Commissioner Theo M. Plummer cites professional opinions and federal guidance, urging King to align with health board direction and protect public welfare.

King Colt Daeter Theo. M. Plummer Plummer Park Adolph Berehemann Health Board Meyor Bon Antonia Hite Lnpa Ae Mitte

Grand Jury Visits Detective Station in Criminal District Center

The grand jury met Thursday morning at the crime district headquarters and viewed historical police portraits. The panel showed interest in fingerprints and noted routine procedures as officers performed duties around the station.

Grand Jury Criminal District Court Gistract Cee Welle

Markets Thy San Antonio Wraihice Market Wey to Steady

A San Antonio style wholesale market report notes limited offerings and steady prices with avocados rising from 4.50 to 7.95 per unit. Cucumber and lettuce demand remains quiet while produce like greens, onions, tomatoes, and apples show mixed moves across Washington, Florida, and local suppliers.

San Antonio Commission Washington Baganus Central America Geiery Granshau Arnona Uirnip Deanang Lattice Wits Texas Stozen

Teacher Fund Hearing Set in Austin

March 2 report states the house education committee will hold an open hearing on a bill to move 4,924,000 of the eight million tax revenue now to the available school fund into the teachers retirement fund. The proposal would redirect funds from general purposes and migrate certain insane persons back to their state of residence. debate to continue in committee.

Austin House Committee On Education Svi Representative B EL Dd Sou Dickison Lekison Alout

Senate Passes Accident Penalty Bill in Texas

A Senate panel approving a bill by J Franklin Spears of San Antonio clears a negligent collision penalty aimed at drivers whose actions cause serious injury or death on public roadways. The measure moves to the House for consideration and targets aggravated driving with broader scope than existing statutes.

Senate Austin J. Franklin Spears San Antonio House Spears Speaya

Waterertes price list fragment and items

An OCR fragment lists goods and prices including butter, cheese, and fats with various unit prices and weights. Other lines reference meats and consumer items such as dacks and crates with per unit costs, revealing a historical grocery catalog style page.

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