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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1931

Page

2

Car linked to New York murder case seized in Central Park District

A car believed to be connected to the murder of Vilga Gordon was seized and identified as NSS-14. Eugene Stafford, 30, was questioned after a traffic patrol recognized the vehicle. Police probe widens to a diary and broader suspects as authorities pursue the killer mugsters in New York.

New York Vilga Gordon Wau Cortland Ink Central Park West Eugene Stafford Btsiford Zena Stalford Charles B. McJoughlin Broadway

Fete Recalls Old Costumes and Island Traditions

Descendants of thirteen Vanacs island families wear native attire to celebrate a cenication and revive romance of ancient lace and perishable traditions. The event echoes timeless customs as members honor heritage through dress and ceremony.

Vanacs Island

Spanish governor’s police and Canary island visit in 1720

Accounts describe Canarian Hidalgos and San Antonio travelers arriving with mantillas and riding attire. The group, including prominent island business figures, wore broad awards and carried swords given by the king of Spain as a token of courage while en route from Canary Island descendants to San Antonio.

Senoracd Preath Tole Canary Islanders Amias San Astonio San Antonio Spain

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A ceremonial schedule honors Cardinal Hayes with Masses and a palace dedication, followed by a San Antonio Canary Islanders pageant staged by the San Antonio Conservation Society. Events include a 1:00 pm supper at 1215 North St Marys, a missions mass, a Pontifical high mass at the Cardinal Governor palace, a banquet at the Mary Hotel, a grand military parade, and pilgrimages to the Alamo with Daughters of the Republic of Texas under the Texas Historical Landmark Association auspices.

S.A Cardinal Hayes Governor's Palace Our Laily of the Lake College San Antonio Canary Islanders San Antonio Conservation Society Wes Henry Drought North St.Mary's Street Santiso Massca Missions Convencion Juan Ani San Francisco Franciscat Riday Grana Military Parada Market Street Stan Plaza Military Plaza Texay Herars' Dar Alamo Daughters Republic of Texas Bey Silans Reave

Centennial San Antonio festival program and events

Readable fragments describe a multi day city celebration in San Antonio with a municipal auditorium program. Events include a luncheon honoring descendants of original settlers, a Festival of Nations with national groups, Sunday services, historical tours, a grand concert by the San Antonio Symphony, a main plaza historical pageant, a bells ceremony, a Canary Islanders founding anniversary, a canary islander beacon unveiling, a grand ball and an exhibition of historical paintings across San Pedro and other venues during the week.

Sanai San Anetari itipal_auditoriem San Antonio Main Plaza Aly Review Sen Fernando Salem San Pedro

Bi centennial proadawards and San Antonio costumes

Reproductions for the bi centennial ceremonies feature costumes largely made in San Antonio. Charles Tobin, descendant of Juan Ciardelto, travels to Lollywood for a fabric suited to an authentic Arcaldes outfit with silver shoe buckles. Tobin represents the Alcalde of San Antonio in the Canary inland pageant.

San Antonin Charles Tobin Juan Ciardelto Atudio Mec Ws. Tobin Alcalde of San Antonio

Cardinal Hayes Briefly Visits San Antonio History

Patrick Cardinal Hayes becomes the first cardinal to visit San Antonio, a notable moment in the city’s history. The article notes his later roles and ties to New York, including credentials from Manhattan College and affiliations with cardinal ranks in the United States.

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Frogs to Jump at Angels Camp Revival This May

In Angels Camp California the annual jumping frog event organized by Mark Twain will return this May Smiling crowds expect the famous camp revival as locals prepare for the playful spectacle featuring leap performances and community fun with traditional frog jumping contests and prizes.

Calif Marena Amos Mark ‘Tain

Rotary Club Presents Loving Cup at Silver Event

A Rotary Club gathering presented a silver loving cup to a distinguished attendee. The ceremony honored community service and featured remarks on civic involvement by Rotary members and guests.

Rotary Club Wga Wilhelm Fo Alten

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Prince OF Church Drossaerts Mayor Chambers Feft Cathedral Cardinal Marquis George MacDonald Prince of the Catholic Church Theer Hayes Neowist Mise Gooden Beauty Tosh Turgoube Fentiman Wexeta Golden Yellour Mistol Bi-Centenni Fn Pe L'Resentation San Antonia Pagente de Orlinol Atupenisa, Municipal Auditorisim City Féderation of Women's Abs Antonia Symphony Orchestra the Light Teriadway Fifth Street Grorkett 4400 Charles Western Union Time Service Bureau Travis Frank Bros
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