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L A Scene of Local Color and Visitors in 1941 Focus
Bexariety notes show Matman Lou Thesz joking about wrestling for a tie, Connie Briggs with carnations at work, and Barbecue King Sam Reile prepping for a St Patrick’s Day event. The piece highlights a mix of locals, tourists, and events around Travis and the Conser vation Society concert, including a 6'11" ballplayer and a Fort Worth style hospitality scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ED Castillo
Lou Thesz
Travis
Connie Briggs
Trans-Texas Airways
Sam Reile
St. Patrick's Day
Bennie Martin
Ireland
Quintetto Allegra
U. S
L. A
Bob Hope
Joe
Rubin
Bachel
Karnes County
Sur
Harrison
Lilly
L.A
Sevation Society
N. New Braunfels
Aler-Phoia
Ft. Man
Sam Houston
Benjamin
Foulois
Sonny