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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1934

Page

2

Hofmann Sees League of Nations Dream Dim in Piano Vision

World famed Polish pianist Josef Hofmann argues the League of Nations never reached its promises, citing his Symphony The Haunted Castle as a warning. He spoke in San Antonio at Thomas Jefferson High School auditorium where he performed with his wife Elizabeth Hofmann. He noted Hofmann began piano at age three and a half, performing publicly by five, touring Russia and America before resuming his career.

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Hofmann the pianist and inventor with 60 patents

The pianist Hofmann travels between Russia the United States and Mexico before touring England and continental Europe then South America. He owns laboratories in Marion and Camden plus a Switzerland mountain home. He plans two new inventions for healing oil and heats his hands daily before concerts using warm water for 25 years.

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Preservation of American Indian arts to aid tribes economy

The Interior Secretary forms a volunteer committee of college professors to study American Indian arts and crafts, aiming to protect a cultural heritage and support tribal welfare. Navajo rug trade alone exceeds one million dollars annually, with other arts contributing substantial income. Bicycle shortages appear as winter tourism boosts Miami bike demand.

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Murder Tale of Zulu Rite Reported in Africa

A grisly account from March 13 details a white boy murdered by Zulu in a so called rejuvenation rite. The father allegedly hid the boy for eight cattle and agreed to the deal after his son caused trouble. The victim was led away on a dark night, tied to a cooking pot handle, and killed in the ritual amid witch doctors.

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Open Forum Letter on City Services and Costs

An orderly citizen objects to high gas and electric rates, low fire and police pay, and expensive bus fares in the city. The writer notes chamber of commerce activity on minor matters but failure to address higher gas pressure, price fairness, and wage levels. The letter is signed as Open Forum and indicates requests for signature privacy on publication.

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Old Billy Paid After Half Century Debts Wiped

In Kingston New Hampshire a general store closes an ancient debt from the eighties. A man who later moved to Massachusetts settled the account via barter when his son-in-law delivered 150 ax handles to wipe out the old debt. The store will not reveal the debtor’s name. An earlier note from the debtor’s wife’s father prompted the settlement.

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After That Look Out The Seamen Weaning Livestock Note

The general opinion of seamen is that ships can roll about 42 degrees without great danger. Livestock tests show calves can be weaned from milk at 60 to 75 days of age without hampering growth.

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