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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1933

Page

13

Japanese and American exchange visit in San Antonio

A mixed account of a Japanese goodwill tour in the United States, noting Western and Eastern influences. The piece includes a moment when Japanese students observe San Antonio with objective curiosity and a local observer’s remark about meeting baseball star Burky Harris, reflecting cross cultural interest amid a city tour and theater promotions.

Gontael Randolph Teally Tad Yamada Atu San Antonio Bunken Garden Burky Harris

Death Penalty Upheld in Oklahoma Murder Trial

Maieh Ty Bar Quinn, a former Missouri convict, was sentenced to death by a Garfield County jury for the murder of two Blackwell schoolteacher sisters. The verdict followed a swift deliberation of about one hour and was delivered as Quinn’s mother arrived from Kansas City. A motion for a new trial was scheduled for next Monday at 2 10 p m, with formal sentencing to follow if denied.

SND Okla Maieh Ty Bar Quinn Blackwell Scholo Tencher Garfield County Missouri Kay County JL Ww Bird Quinn Kansas City Frank Carter James A. Mathers Elief Aird Benied Mulek BreAlester Criminal Court of Appeals

Silver Advocates Hope From Word In Inaugural

Silver advocates gain hope from phrases in President Roosevelts inaugural speech. They demand an adequate and stable currency, backing their push for a treasury backed silver standard. Pressure mounts on Speaker-designate Rainey as a new House committee forms to press for rapid action at the special session.

Silver Word Washington, D. C Roose Congress Jailventes Ralney

Public seeks free entertainment on Houston Street

A reader notes a growing tendency among residents to shop for free amusement in vest terra cotta auditoriums and street displays. In one afternoon, a vaudeville scene with a gyrating amateur performer and a white smock trio drew curious crowds near Mt. Marys Street, with a magical puzzle and a card-dingist across from St. Marys church attracting attention.

Atubbota Houston Street Wwe

Mind reading act shocks crowd at Travis Street gallery show

A chaotic street scene near St Marys Street features a couple performing a mind reading act on a parking lot. A blindfolded woman identifies items while onlookers and a bustling crowd watch amid a festival atmosphere. Police and local residents recall a previous public display creating noise and confusion.

Travis St. Mary's Street Targe Dowdy Polly Uc Wagner Sibleys Faradea Mindevillan

Svelling Services for Travis Park

A fragmented notice mentions a scheduled service at Travis Park with arranging names such as Maria Nettatn and Miss. The text is garbled but indicates a community event or service hour around 9 30 in the morning and references several local names and roles.

Asim Anuiony Biemm Ah Peds Park MeLidiat Weedeaday Morrington Coley Maria Nettatn Jess

San Antonio School Board Faces Unpaid Redeemable Bonds

The San Antonio board of education announced it cannot redeem a weekly set of bonds for the first time in two months due to tax collection shortfalls and a bank holiday. Business manager Paul H. Beialx attributed the issue to the balance and delays in payments.

San Antonio Puesday Paul H. Beialx

Youth Fails to Make $1500 Bo

Jack Graves, 19, charged in connection with a $1500 theft from a teller’s cage at National Bank of Commerce. Indictment filed in thirty-seventh District court. date undecided. Suspect reportedly from New Orleans was brought by city officers. Preliminary hearing date set for London. Premier MacDonald briefed on war effort.

Jack Graves National Bank of Commerce W.s.derson New Orleans Emery London United States

Belittlin' The merle In ureiked for Waele Soln'n

Fragmentary historical note quoting Lunny Crashy about a clothing solution. It mentions a king named Fannyn and a person named ION. Text is garbled and reads like overheard OCR with odd spellings.

Merle King Fannyn Ton

W S Tomey Chosen to Head Bexar Masonic Order

The Rev W G Tomey was elected head of the Bexar Lodge of Perfection Scottish Rite at the temple on Monday night. Other officers elected include G B W Adams senior warden Pred Pletcher junior warden Joseph B Abrahams orator Herman Horner lantern and treasurer Guy Cade secretary. Committees named include relief publicity and entertainment with several members listed. Dr A C McDaniel and Judge W S Fly named to educate board. GB Marks named chairman of the entertainment committee.

W. G G. B. Ww. Adams Pred Pletcher Juniac Joseph B Abrahams Herman Horner Guy Cade J. RK. Blark- Stone M. A. Childers Palmer Tormey Pred Silvey Forrest Morris Keller F. L Simon Frank , Griffin Tiler A. C. McDaniel W. 5 Fly Education Board GB. Marks Chalumayy Sntertainment Rommitlee

New Trial Granted in Robbery Case at District Court

BP Elizondo, a filly station man tied to a December 18 robbery of Candy and cigarette salesman Gonzales at Fredericksburg road and Westavenue, was granted a new trial on February 18. The bond remained set at 1000. State testimony linked Wa youths to the hold up and to planning the crime with Elizondo.

Elizondo Drisanmand By & Thirlyssevont Tiesday Jikerly Indietrent Sigainst Elizano Cherres Sant John Gonzales Fredericksburg Road Westave-nue Gonzales Les

Wichita Henrys Lead AAU Tourney Charge in Kansas City

Kansas City March 7 reports three games in the AAU national basketball tournament with Wichita Henrys, three-time champions, advancing after a 28 14 victory over Joliet club. California contenders Philips Win Vecsily of Enid, and Ascension Club of Minneapolis gain momentum into second round.

Kansas City Ueix Lesms Daday Eeck California Eng Philips Enid Okla Wichita Henrys Whits Claar Canéts Joliet Ascension Club Minneapolis

San Antonians greet fourth day of national celebration

The San Antonians continued a festive mood on the fourth day of the nation’s holiday week, with theater patrons and motels reporting steady business as box offices and hotels kept accepting checks. Local managers noted resilient patronage at Publix, Majestic, and Plaza theaters, while gas sales and taxi use showed marginal declines amid the holiday period.

San State Texas Majestic Theater

Office Seethes Over Uhr Lunch Recess Critique

County office staff erupted Tuesday over a comment by County Commissioner Robert F Uhr criticizing the two hour noon break for Tinoh. Chief Investigator Gus Brown, attending the Davis obituary, warned he would confront Uhr if hours remained from 9 am to noon and then off. Frank Baskin, assistant county attorney, said criticism is a nod to Innesland tradition of a noon close from 12 to 1. Uhr argued residents wanted midday access and questioned why office hours could not be adjusted to serve working people.

Avumney F. Davis Robert F Uhr Thei Tinoh Gus Brown Davis Rob Uhr Gelagz Alvisers Heveo Uae Rame Frank Baskin Anmet Cistom Inneslandiie Uhr Sonece

Father Acquitted in Dove Shooting Case

County Court at Law judge Ng presided as jurors found E. Dower not responsible for possession of a wild dove during the period of the dove season. Dower was tried before Justice John F. Owen and fined 10 dollars plus costs. State game warden A. E. Hilsteter testified the site supported the verdict.

County Court-at-Law E. Dower Dower John F. Oiwon Keen Calluer

Roosevelt Mustangs Clinch League Title in Easy Win

The Roosevelt Mustangs of San Antonio defended the Tyler City Basketball League crown with a 92 to 43 victory over the Central Eagles. Four Horsemen Sudlli Dressel Duquense and Romo led the attack as Beisel and Smith contributed strong scoring. Team lineups and local headliners were listed for the victory celebration.

Romo Atbuine Aea U. S Richard Gutstyll Brogetuy Ero Leg Burns Riley Riston Altornins Ty Saay

Runaway Captured in L A After Plea to Parents

A New Orleans runaway known as Weyeaiph Horoy Moise is tracked to Los Angeles by police after a failed nationwide escape. Patrols chased him to Alani Plaza, where officers detained him and prepared to return him to his parents.

L.A United States Weyeaiph Horoy Moise C. G. Cynant Alani Plaza Cay Ty Holt

Lions to Be Told Sales Tax Facts at Meeting

A weekly meeting is announced for Hansell Wrenesday at the Nians fer hotel to discuss sales tax facts. Attendees include Obouamy and Te Ne with Pirittor and A. GQ. Wirkenbnotor listed among delegates.

Toho PF Pirittor Obouamy

23rd Infantry Claims Howland Trophy Honors

The Twenty third Infantry wins the Howland Trophy for the coming year after a high scoring clash with the Ninth Infantry. Brigadier General Howland commends both regiments for their efforts and marks the award among the unit’s distinguished honors. The ceremony included brief remarks by command staff and recognition of standout shooters and gunners.

Howland Ts Danny Brig Get Charles A Leophy

Untitled political shifts and appointments reported

A garbled summary notes Austin politicians and officials, including a new face Austin Pinstoms office, potential appointments by Tuesday, and mentions of George Miller, Nicholwid Capyonsion, Pershing field, Hayworduf, Brandt, Grifto, and President Jol N. It hints at a cabinet or commission reshuffle and pending actions with several unclear names and dates.

Austin Pinstoms Austin George Miller Brandt

Cash Grain Market Opens as Farmers Bring Stock to Town

Staffel reports a cash grain market in town opened Tuesday under the Grain Pambans. Farmers bring their grain, with payments planned as full cash and no checks. Officials say delays may occur until banks reopen, and market prices align with nearby quotes.

Cash Grain Grain Pambans Farinieta Uskodt

Officer's Turnips Used for Barrage Reported

Fragmented text notes an officer, a patrolman, and a disturbance involving turnips used in a barrage. Details are unclear, with garbled phrases about an arrival at a hall and a woman who subdued someone amid an offensive incident. Contains numerous unreadable sections.

Rodi Valdes Divine Oly Hall Walders Bond

Sulphur Set Pocket Fire a Bomb Explodes in Police HQ

Reporter Rai Gorlez recounts a sulfur compound bomb explosion at police headquarters Tuesday in Invercity. Detectives Cortes and officers fled as the device exploded, causing scorched trousers and thick smoke while guarding prisoners. Authorities work to suppress details of the incident and identify those involved.

Rai Gorlez Heneyiariers Cortix D F. Leonard Linsford D. B. Kelly Uiey Cortes

Philadelphia Man Seeks Lost Uncle William H Krempkan

Philadelphia resident William H Krempkan seeks an uncle missing since childhood. He recalls meeting Frasch in future connections and asks local residents to help locate the relative believed to be alive or deceased. The message notes possible ties to Prosely and Haytni's mother couple with taxes and local residence.

William H. Krempkan John Haein Una Crowson Streel Phlidelpin Benved Leon Frasch Mehiding Haytni Keempkn

Pistol Accident Wounds A Man in Tawadiy Place

Harry Shy, 22, was wounded in a pistol accident at 34 West Vrenel Place Tawadiy. He was taken to Grenu hospital. The article notes confusion and fear during the event and mentions highwaymen, a wife, and an unspecified charge.

Harry Shy West Vrenel Place Tawadiy Aly Pevelyidl Nina Grenu + hospital

Postal Savings Clerks See Fewer Withdrawals After Holiday Dip

Postal savings clerks report a lull in withdrawals and money order activity after a national bank holiday. Fewer cashing checks and lingering demand for government checks reassured banks, with the public reducing panic about cash as Treasury payments return to normal. Local banks expect normal business to resume as money on hand stabilizes.

Toulminster FG Washington Sven Lucas Amin Lewis United States Joral Boveriuient

Saber Taken From Auto of Officer Dolkiee Linscins

Police report multiple incidents including a saber stolen from a patrol car of Officer Dolkiee Linscins during a pursuit on Twenty third Avenue. A man named Cai, registered at 2435 Lew Street, claims clothes were stolen from his home and a suspect was captured after a pursuit. details remain fragmented.

Dalur Sullivan Fournier Satholie Central High Cai Tocal Heel Pindirney Lew Street

Fugitive Returns for Murder Trial in Sinton

SINTON Texas March 7 Trial of Award Awards who fled to Texas voluntarily surrender will be held here March 23 on a charge of murdering John Led horns Boil Tobe. The fugitive had fled in 1824 after the Court of Original Appeals reversed his sentence.

Sinton Texas Tna Court of Original Appeals John Leld Horns Boil Tobe

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