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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1931
Page
17
Alma Rubens recalls a stormy birth and a lightning strike omen outside her first home. She describes early memories from age three during moves between Alaska and San Francisco, noting a lifelong admiration for masculine strength and courage.
Alma Rubens narrates a young woman's ardent pursuit of a fireman lover near McAllister Street. She describes costume poverty, family sacrifice, and her dramatic plan to win his heart before confirming at church, only to face his quiet reluctance. Continued on Page 22.
Today's installment of Make Believe appears on the Magazine Page, guiding readers to the featured story and related content within the issue. The note highlights the ongoing series and invites continued engagement with the publication.
The Wholesale Credit Area’s association will be headed by L A Smith for 1932 after his election at the annual meeting Monday afternoon. Other officers chosen were J D Peeler as first vice president and B D Wiemerk as second vice president. Henry A Hirshberg was reelected secretary manager after forty years. Directors named include John W Barrow, Buckley, H W Gralt, Boerner, D A Hudson, Robert Barclar, R T Pruitt, Net Goldsmith, J W De Salme, Sonmees, William Van Hoogenhuyse, Sam Betters, W G Riving, RF Cathcart Jr, and Fe Ie Denvpseg.
Dorothy Carola, president of the Art club of Sinin Avenue High School, announced new members. The list includes Binddeed Carolus, Lucy Diehl, Ferett Bushell, Nedl Katherian Hascke, Jarhes Wimberly, Derla Greex, and Pearl Daneicke.
Slight damage reported from a tree touching a house on 2001 2 Griasom Street Tale Monday night. Firemen responded Tuesday after a fire alarm at Nebenska and Water streets prompted an alarm and emergency apparatus to the intersection.
Hart Captain of Cavalier Hart successor to W H Brounig T Maney Hart elected captain and leader of the Texas Cavaliers for the year He was chosen at a meeting of the Sadille club Monday night The Fiesta king was elected but unnamed until the Fiesta omens announcement
Constable Hi Bueh and Deputy Gay C. Wolf recovered two cars from bandits Saturday night. The gang cut the fence on the Rulman road and drove one car into a pasture to strip it while using the other as a getaway vehicle. Officers arrived too late as the bandits fled on foot through the pasture in heavy rain.
Commissions in the Artillery Reserve have been accepted by David W Light Jr of 306 West Mistletoe Avenue and Brent W Wesley of 305 West Wood Town Avenue. R R Maner Jr and Merlend Jaminietrative Corps Reserve of 2121 East Conston Street have been promoted to first lieutenant.
A dated editorial argues petting as a key factor in divorce. Dr. David D. Vaughn of Boston University asserts love must be continually nurtured. Judge Leon R. Yankwich echoes the view that marital stability rests on ongoing camaraderie and affection.
The Junior Chamber of Commerce will host a St Patrick s Day program at the Plaza hotel Tuesday at 6 15 p m. O P Schnabel organized the event and W G Johnson will give an inspirational talk. The program features Irish jig performances by O Shaughnessy father and son and other dances by Sian Shaw and students from Lydas School of Dancing plus a skit by Amanda Brown and colleagues.
The Baylor Choral Club will perform in the auditorium of Thackentide High School on Saturday as a presented event by the Glee Club of the nchess. Miss Maurine Sohnnon directed the program with Frances Semnan Dorothy Rogers among the club members. Mia Linie Mier acts as chaperone aboard the trip. Frances Murray Chrystal Welch accompany. Mildred Brindley Virginia James and Eleanor Noble are soloists. Totsy Becker Stokes counsels readings.
In Laredo a sizable force gathered as Austin postponed travel for a few days to coordinate a march into Mexico. The group included numerous officers and soldiers awaiting clearance and transport. Local officials reported preparations continued despite the delay.
Diary excerpt from September 19 at Ligny en Harrois details U S Army attack on St Mihiel salient. Mentions Petain visit, birthday moment, and battlefield vantage at Gironville. Weather, artillery, and prisoner movements color the progress toward victory after 17 months. Continues on page 12.
Police report four burglaries Monday night across the area. Dolores Clee nerog at 720 Austin street had candy and cigarettes stolen after entry. Mrs M G Felton at 710 North Cherry street lost $129 in evening dress. Walker at 3248 Broadway reported $8 stolen. L Greenberg at 3244 roadway said a satchel and $2 were taken during the absence.
After a brief police inquiry Jesua Contreras of 215 South Laredo Street was found in a dying condition on Booth Laredo Street. Justice of the Peace John Shook issued a verdict of suicide on Monday stating the investigation included questioning suspects but found no murder. He died shortly after being taken to Roberts Green hospital.
George A. Byres, sought in San Husky Ohio for child abandonment, is returned to face the charge. Arrested in South San Antonio a week ago, Sheriff Albert Alenater held him until extradition papers arrived. Deputy Joe Sterner secured the papers and brought Byres back Monday. The affair traces to a telegraphic warrant dated May 5 1928.
Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon for James O. Davie 68 of 211 Btonewall Street a former Trail Deivre and Confederate veteran who died at his home Monday. The Alabama native lived in Semontonid 18 years and is survived by his widow three sons W L Davis Arthur Davis a daughter Miley Eva Davie two sisters Mrs Jennie Murphy and A Coker and three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Davie served four years in the Confederate army and was a member of the Albert Sidney Johnson Camp Confederate Veterans.
St Marys Hall plans an exhibition dance by Tupile of Ars. Eyer Johnson, health education director, will lead the performance at the International Institute at 7 pm Wednesday.
A reader complains about the income tax process, criticizing timing and collection methods. The letter argues wealthy individuals should bear taxes and questions funding for work during a recession, urging simpler payment or direct deduction at purchase.
A young woman on a Southern Pacific train in the 40 block of Simpson street fell or jumped from the moving train Monday. She was brought to Santa Rosa hospital with a fractured skull and muttered several names, including Banlice Tindal and Marie Milucke, as officials traced papers found in her luggage to identify her. Police seek relatives while notes from New Orleans connect to the case.
Tir We He White of Dallas secretary of missions for Texas Baptists will speak at Beacon Hill First Baptist Church Wednesday night at 7 30 announced by Dr TY C Moffett pastor He recently served as a minister in Lubbock and will also speak at First and Calvary Baptist churches during his stay in the city He is regarded among leading Baptist speakers of the South.
Nelson Elementary schedules a preschool roundup for medical examinations led by Dr. Elizabeth Donaligan Dr. Emma Beck and Dr. E D Shipmen. Jennie English, the school board nurse, assists with immunization and toxin prevention for diphtheria at the event hosted by Pare nt'Teacher Fnscination, according to chairman Xes Conrad Hanson.
A children's recreation effort is organized by the Mother's Club for the Pillman Sul livach Park area. A special meeting is set for 3 40 p m at Harding Place announced by Mrs Willian Be Thr. Parents interested in organizing community recreation for children are urged to attend at the park venue.
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