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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1935
Page
15
The Mason County tale centers on Kathmann the cattle king and a chaotic episode at local events. Hollywood publicity figures and hotel life populate the scene, with guests like Jones and Bilc Herman visiting San Antonio. A doctor proposes riverfront swan stock while Roscon enjoys a California holiday and other figures travel between Texas, Washington, and Mexico City.
New York event details a debut appearance by Al Smith in a reunion church program featuring an opera singer. Smith, initially reluctant, sings two verses of his song The Sidk Walks of New York with Mrs Mackay and dances a two step. Also notes a reception for the new pastor at the Seventh Regiment armory and a hay barn fire near Salatio Creek causing $700 damage.
A dispatch from Santa Monica reports a Greek official exchange with Athens authorities during March, mentioning Venizelos and King George, highlighting English language ease and wartime diplomacy amid post Versailles tensions.
Lon Rodriguez a 25 year old allegedly chained man, reportedly set a new high jump mark Sunday in San Antonio. Deputies describe a chaotic scene as he fled through a yard then surrendered after a pistol threat. officers say the record attempt was thwarted by his condition and confining restraints.
Gilbert Bowers, 67 Delaware street, says he planned to retire his 10 gallon hat from active service. He reported to police that Sunday at Goliad and South Alabama streets a tan car pulled up and a so called cowboy trap caused his hat and rifle to be exposed. A theft of $250 was noted as the companion acted swiftly before he realized what happened.
Civil Service Secretary WE Gaskins urged applicants not to waste time on unneeded feats while announcing a civil service exam for the classified laborer job at the San Antonio office. All exams must be completed by March 24.
The Rev. Charles C. Robinson of Austin will preach at 7 45 each night during revival services at First Assembly of God, Lancaster and East Diltmar avenues. Announcement came Monday from Pastor T P Anthony. A special feature Thursday night will include music from Latin American Bible school Td.
Arrangements are being made for the 160 member University of Minals band to stop in San Antonio for an October 12 concert. San Antonio convention Dureal manager Arthuy Pfell announced Monday. The band will help tour in California with the Rilnols football team.
Hor 27 years, a weather observer at 626 Dawson Street, San Antonians hail him as the weather prophet of the post office. He says sleeves rolled up keep warmth, his blood thinning with fat intake, and he has never been ill or absent. He forecasts his 58th birthday on May 40 alongside General James Fariny.
Funeral services for W. D. Newman, 62, injured in a Sunday car crash at South Plores and Dirt Marsireets, were to be held Monday afternoon at his home. Survivors include daughters Sans, RE., and Williams Newman, G R. Gwinn, Mrs HH Hall, Mes.s BL Rabbits, 37 grandchildren and 42 great grandchildren. Newman was a passenger in a car driven by his son BR. E. Newnan, 133 Cottonwood Street, which collided with Eddie Klaus, 18, of 239 East Dittmar Street.
Budapest Hungary March 4 The government of Hungary headed by Prime Minister Juli Gosintues resigned and was immediately succeeded by a new government led by Grambors.
Paul Abbott a 23 year old structural steel worker from 316 Dwyer avenue was mistaken for Raymond Hamilton, the fugitive bandit, after police broadcast a warning. Abbott was stopped near Victoria and later released, continuing toward Lavernia and Los Angeles where a job awaited. Police and highway patrol looked on as the manhunt in the Rosenberg to Victoria area persisted before being called off.
Theo M. Plummer, chairman of the county welfare and employment board, announced that about 5,001,000 in federal funds will be available for Bexar County this week. The shutdown of state and federal work relief halted provisions, affecting seventeen thousand people including about four thousand unemployed, with relief officials stating funds were insufficient to cover all needs.
Texas Junior Chamber of Commerce leaders in Fort Worth endorse adopting a uniform drivers license as a key program. Secretary John Jones disclosed the proposal after the regional conference with the United States Chamber of Commerce. Theo Wells of San Antonio, state president, welcomed attendees while Judge Marvin Brown of Fort Worth gave the principal address. The group also discussed a general sales tax for Texas and public action on driver licensing.
The defense for D. Boones, John Cunningham, and June B. Merrow seeks Supreme Court review to overturn eight-year sentences after conviction in a case involving the purchase of stolen government notes. Attorneys filed writ applications in Washington, with a separate filing planned for Tok ner and Morrow. The defendants, from Granite City and Washington, face post conviction action as the case moves to higher court.
Funeral services for Lieut. James E. Flannery 41 retired 259 Btes Avenue set for 2 p.m. Monday at Rieke Undertaking Company chapel and interment at National cemetery with full military honors. Survivors include widow Anita Colenworthy Planners and two children. Flannery served in the Air Corps in World War II, retired in 1932, and was born in Brooklyn, New York.
The lumber code and plans for the annual state convention of the Texas Taumbermen's association were disclosed at a meeting of the code authority and board of directors at the Plaza hotel. The convention is set for April in Houston, per L. D. Garrison, president and chair of the meeting. J. B. McFarland of Houston, chairman of the executive code committee, explained details of the present code.
A fire melted a window pane and damaged furnishings while a clock hung on a living room wall kept running as flames were extinguished. The clock had been a subscription purchase for 46 years and survived the blaze without failing.
A nationwide search for Fratiens Wassell, a girl from San Antonio Junior High, ended Monday when she arrived safely in Norfolk Virginia. Relatives in Norfolk watched for her as authorities traced her movements from Washington DC to Virginia. The girl left home days earlier without telling anyone, prompting a broad nationwide call for information. Local authorities described the outcome as a relief after days of concern.
George W Mantyester suspended as county clerk seeks immediate trial of an ouster suit in Seventy third District Court. Judge McCrory sets Huntress trial for March 12 on unrelated criminal charges. Huntress and former deputy Beamer face multiple indictments over alleged shortages in the county clerk’s office. A Saturday hearing was set on Huntress’ motion for immediate trial. state readiness planned for March 8 for three indictments.
Mrs. Marion Holly, 31, of Browns Vile, Texas, died after being treated at Fort B. Green Memorials hospital on Sunday for poison effects. Reports say family and authorities are investigating a suspected port ring or coaster activity tied to the incident.
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