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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1935
Page
1
New York fashion notes say the redingote, a coat and dress ensemble long a staple for girls, goes formal with sheer fabrics like organza and taffeta. Designers show coat like garments over slips, sometimes with removable sheer overlays, creating versatile evening wear.
Henry Chay Morldowney, president of Union Trust Co in Pittsburgh, was named the highest salaried banker in America last year by the government. He had been in a coma after a stroke and died in Atlantic City at age 66 or 67, while his family was informed.
A garbled town listing shows multiple dances and bands in various venues including Rancho Ramblers, Dorothy Carter’s Orchestra, and Joe Aarlingang. Entries mention dates around March with admission prices, and venues like East 115 Nacogdoches and Midway Hall.
Texas lawmakers enter the second half of a 20 day regular session with many problems unresolved. Committees advance about 1100 bills and 60 proposed constitutional amendments amid heated debate on liquor control and relief bonds. A conference report on a $9,500,000 relief bond sale was approved, signaling moves toward governor transmission.
Evangelist A. P. Junoon of Fort Worth will open a three week revival at Riverside Park Baptist Church starting Monday night. The announcement was made by Rev. RG Ragen, Master. Pastor Mr. Denn- S00 Wes from Barger, Tekus, has led the Baptist church for eight years.
The senior choir will present Lenten form music on Sunday afternoon with soloists Marjory Glaze and Cuthhere Duilitt. Walter Dunham will play the organ.
London reports Adolf Hitler extends an invitation for his ally Sir Simon to visit Berlin in about two weeks. Konstantin von Neurath, German foreign minister, spoke with Sir Eric Phipps in Berlin and indicated Hitler expects progress on European peace proposals by the time Sir John arrives. The British government welcomed the chance for a new arrangement seen as entirely East Asia and United States friendly.
Reports say heavy fighting paused as royalists and rebels clash in Salonika gulf area. Government delays and internal reshuffles spark claims of morale decline while insurgents consolidate. Wounded leaders and fleet movements are disputed, with forces poised near key positions.
A March report describes growing dust storms and sand-laden winds sweeping from Texas to the eastern United States. The piece notes sun obscuration, buried buildings, and disrupted activities as dust rises to high altitudes. It references historical droughts and large dust displacements from Europe to America, highlighting severe conditions and the need for mitigation.
A fragmented report notes a scene at a county courthouse involving two soldiers and a 19 year old woman amid odd requests and delays. Clerk Joe Freboese is roused to confirm a marriage license as the couple seeks alternate counties. The document reflects a chaotic, informal exchange with strong dated language.
In Monroe Wisconsin a mock duel was proposed between Postmaster John J. Burkhard and Postmaster Warren Miller over Limburger cheese sent in the mail. The event aimed to settle whether the odor was perfume or cheese as officials debated mailing rules and proper wrapping.
Havana announces suspension of the national constitution after a night of bombings and shootings. Jose Pedraza named military governor of Havana province as martial law is declared. a street-bombing wave wounds passengers and buses, with 60 arrested including Joaquin Do Rio Balmaseda.
The American Federation of Labor steps up campaigning for the Wagner labor disputes but President Green predicts no widespread strikes if the bill fails to pass. Green says chances are good for passage as the Senate lender committee begins hearings next Monday.
Bonner seeks 150000 in a suit filed in the Thirty-seventh district court alleging a failed intercession and a split property share with W S Skinner. The case traces an orphan boy raised by Skinner into a ranching career with a $40 monthly wage and later a partition judgment in El Paso in 1936. Banner claims misappropriated funds from properties across multiple counties and bank stocks totaling about 75000, asking for 10000 as his share.
Discovered-has not captured burglar entered the home of Marold C. Mudge and left items including $12. A later letter with a car key led Dallas police to the vehicle and instructions for its return. No arrest by Saturday.
Pittsburgh hearing on the Mellon income tax dispute focuses on whether evidence sought by government counsel Robert H Jackson should be admitted. The case involves allegations that Mellon sold securities to Union Trust to buy them back after 30 days to claim a lower interest deduction, with a decision possible soon.
The massive peace-time army measure, valued around 490 million dollars, advances to conference after Senate approval 68 to 0. House action earlier differed, with fights over padding and funding for military and non-military needs. Amendments to curb compulsory training and labor in arsenals failed.
In a Salt Lake City Justice court Saturday Sam Shannon of 127 West Woodlaga Avenue was acquitted of threatening Mrs Polunsky. The judge said she could handle herself. Polunsky had sought divorce and damages after an incident on March 2 at the Medical and Surgical hospital. Mrs Polunsky also sued Shannon and relatives for 25000 dollars. An order barred her from visiting her husband at the hospital.
Dr J L Thompson of the Redpath Chautauqua bureau will conduct a chautauqua story hour for the boys and girls of Central Christian church at 192 ms Sunday. The Rev John Bruce Dallon, the pastor, announced adults may attend accompanied by a boy or girl. The church’s pre Easter program will start Sunday morning as well.
Methodists announce a series of fellowship hours during Lent. Special services will be held Sunday and Wednesday nights at Trinity Methodist Church. The first fireside gathering is set for Sunday evening in the Sunday school auditorium led by Reverend H. W. Bahler.
Bishop Arthur J. Moore will preach at Travis Park Methodist Church at 1050.4 a.m. Sunday. He just returned from a six month tour of Korea, China, and Japan with foreign mission work for the Methodist Episcopal Church South. A group of speakers will tour Southern Methodism stressing evangelism and earlier church activities. At 7:15 p.m. Sunday the Westmorland College dramatic department will present On the Third Bay with a presenter.
The San Antonio Junior Hadassah hosts a March 9 dance at Mildred Joanson Daroe studio with honorees from She Stub and TEA while Mr and Mrs A A Brown entertain with a dinner party honoring Louis Untermeyer. Other notices include a Bonham School Parent-Teacher meeting at 9 am Monday on parental education, and multiple engagements at homes of Kayton, the Mitchell Davises, Caldren, and others. Also listed are weekly bare parties, a free speaking class, Sunshine Circle activities, sorority meetings, alumnae gatherings, and a series of community talks and debates at local centers and schools.
Lilith Lorising, president of Southwestern Foctry federation, will lecture at 4 p m on Friday at W O Hall, 22 East Houston Street. The talk titled The Gods of Tomorrow explores future cultural influences.
Dr. William Cowan Boyd of ay cage will preach Sunday night at Beacon Hill Presbyterian church. Volunteer Sunday in the annual every member canvass will be observed.
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