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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1931
Page
12
Ad claims a 48 hour method for rheumatism relief with an 8 ounce bottle priced at 85 cents. Promotional text promises dramatic pain and agony reduction and a money back guarantee if not as advertised. Product presented as a quick home remedy with bold testimonials and figures.
The Wearing of the green was evident as Rev Jdiu Pinned hosts a noon dinner at St Patrick church rectory with Mayor Chambers and clergy. Archbishop Drosszeris attended the annual St Patrick's Day event. The municipal band led an Irish concert at Travis Park in the afternoon, followed by a St Patrick’s program at Knights of Columbus hall.
Boerne, March 17 Four men Hob Collins Fletcher Casey Jimmie Adair and Frank Strickland were indicted for the November slaying of Fritz Blant a local carmer. Collins Casey and Adair are in custody while Strickland is yet to be apprehended. Blant was shot at his home last November 24 by a group who lured him from his evening duties.
In a San Antonio letter to the editor a reader notes the intertwined stockholdings of the city and independent school district, reporting key electees Stella Sieres Walker John L Gile Mary King Robbie and Roger Stokes. The writer calls for harmony to avoid politics and waste, and suggests the parks commissioner provide labor and expert help to beautify school grounds.
Private funeral services for Henry Terrell, 70, who died Sunday afternoon, will be held Wednesday afternoon at Grandview Place. Bishop W. T. Capere and the Rev. Samuel Capers will officiate. Pallbearers include Walter Napier, Winston Crown, H. C. King Jr., Thomas Devine, Albert Engelke, and H. H. Dewer. Terrell is survived by his widow Mrs. Kate Braham Terrell, one daughter Nellie Terrell Keefer, and three sons Col. Fred B. Terrell of Los Angeles, Judge Robert Terrell of San Antonio, and May Hers Terrell Jr. of Washington.
Alex M Murphree sponsor Hui bathe announces winners and entrants in national high school awards for journalistic writing. Participants include Victor Craze Margaret Woodlin Shirler Linnertz Betty Hasbrook Weldon Wallace Edna Spero Rosalie Gurg io Bliss Park Parker Harret John Kramer Myra Hormer Stawillow Haltom Roth Hobbs Josephine Harris Richard Sanchez.
Funeral services for Samuel Johnson age 82 a San Antonio resident who died at his home 614 Denver boulevard were held Tuesday afternoon at the local church with Rev I Gates and Rev Jesse Selvingloo officiating He is survived by his wife Mrs TR G Loft two brothers J A Taylor both of San Antonio a brother Jon tus Jobson of Saint Louis Missouri and nine grandchildren
Ernest Marroquin of 518 Rivar Street employed by Krisch and Lanham Contracting was in serious condition after a dynamite blast at Spafford, Texas excavation. He was rushed to a San Antonio hospital by train.
London reports that Financial Secretary F W Pethick-Lawrence answered firmly in the House of Commons that the government will not consider a ten year moratorium on Britain's debt interest and obligations to the United States amid questions about preventing financial attention.
A March issue review highlights Mars Daggett Lake of Fort Worth for a travel piece titled Texas Knaz'at Thott the Land. The story is listed among five outstanding travel articles of the month and originated in the January Texas Outlook.
A 12 year old boy Raymond Silva of 201 Peres Street had a fish hook removed from his hand this Tuesday. The incident occurred during spring activities and required hospital treatment.
The Rev. K. P. Barton, pastor of the First Methodist church of Austin, has been announced as presiding elder of the San Antonio district. Official word lists Barton as senior clergyman, with Dr. Php Cone Fietcher and Elder Willams among named colleagues.
Notice to quit served on Thomas Jefferson Stewart as he claims five acres across from the San Jose mission. County officials warn eviction by next Monday with court action if Stewart does not vacate, while county commissioners plan to reclaim the land for a public park project.
Mrs. Mul Brodeli A, a prominent Christian Scientist and widow of John Munro Longyear, died at home after a long illness. An intimate friend of Mary Baker Eddy, she authored several religious works and was known for her influence in the movement.
Rumors say Mrs J J King will be elected president of the San Antonio school board at a Tuesday meeting after a Monday afternoon caucus by the new board members. The slate includes Tyroner King Robbie L D Gilmore T Willians and Stella Steves Walker among others. a new secretary is to be chosen at the initial meeting.
A father told police his 7 year old daughter Dalfino was abducted and taken toward the Mexican border. He named a man as a suspect and said the girl was missing since Monday morning. The report records his statements to officer Lornns Tramirez in Chitaakun Street on Tuesday.
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