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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1939
Page
12
An unclear OCR fragment describes a scene near a plaza at night. A group of men moves, a glitter moment interrupts them, someone shouts Tear Hat, and a referenced speaker asks about a cart while a bystander notes danger amid chaotic chatter.
The fragment lists various names and locales including George Bernard at Abilene Christian College, Sere Cunningham of San Antonio elected Billy Card at Waylor University, and Mrs Jane Crow opening a boys department in Hurlingen. It mentions a 37 foot boat voyage along the Mexican coast toward the Galapagos, with other scattered references to students and faculty plans, plus a chaotic mix of phrases and misprints.
A Highland Park church under Pastor D B Greer held a Volunteer Sunday to raise funds for church needs including telephone repair and a drive to support the budget. The budget was prepared by elders and presented to the congregation, with pledges accepted and members invited to participate later in the week and hear Greer's sermon titled Your Head for God.
Fragmentary page mentions people and products from Listerine to toothpaste and pharmaceuticals. The garbled text references Beck, Lambert Pharmaceutical, Central Catholic High, technical school, and various names with little coherent context or event.
The article profiles J. W. Willis a former chiropractor and disabled war veteran who turned to painting after a long interest in sketching. He avoids models and works from memory, creating his Susnona Texas version as a modern adaptation inspired by old masters.
ARKHUR presents a garbled reminiscence mixing praise for a Gow, mentions Nort Knox and a West Point general, notes silver awards, and references paper money, old wampum days, oysters, and Bay themes with scattered name fragments and dated quirks from 1930.
Salvation Army appeals for baby beds and clothing at its men’s social service center in San Antonio. Officer Fyn reports growing requests exceed supply as families struggle to provide proper care. Center truck will pick up eligible items at homes. phone G-2642 provided for donations.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Erik and a March 28 conference in Towne with a Georgetown date of March 25. The garbled lines reference a sponsor, a prep event, and someone named Uloin Williams. No clear event details or outcomes are discernible.
Stanley De Waal reports a Queen Victoria medallion once given to his father by Queen Victoria. Passed from Captain De Waal to his son, the piece honors a historic battle in Africa and remains a treasured heirloom at 199 Rigsby Ave. Mile.
Revival meetings conducted by the Rev. and Mrs. Kirshner at Central Baptist Church will be continued through next week. Organizers, led by Rev. Lloyd, announce further gatherings as scheduled with Mrs. M. Vin Hay assisting.
Interstate Theaters will discontinue Buck Nite after a conference with district attorney Johnny Rbdhoek Williaw O'Donnel and others. A statement from vice president FR J O'Donnell cited doubts about Buck Nite and said the current status remains undecided.
Mrs Roosevelt addresses Friends of Music in Minnesota sponsor event praising labor and daily White House routine. She recalls WPA official praise, notes daily press meetings and 4000 letters to the president, and describes family presence and guest duties while highlighting conditions and public expectations.
Police report a robbery on Alpine Drive witnessed by two couples and a group including Cecil Wright and David Allie. The incident occurred Saturday night near the Japanese Garden area as the victims, led by Weld artillery members Fors Baw Hollaton, were accosted by two men. Cash and valuables were taken, but no injuries were reported.
The Rev. Allonn of Galveston will conduct a mid Lent rally at the Spiritual Ghulstim chapel on Centoy Avenue. Services are scheduled for 2 30 p m and Monday, with details provided by VR Cuepattos pastcr.
Rev A P Shirkey of Travis Park Methodist church announces the evening worship topic A Human Portrait. The message at 7 10 p m will reflect on human character and moral duty as part of the church’s service.
A San Antonio pilgrimage tour visited La Miraboras and other sites led by the Episcopal church group. Private statues were to be unveiled during the day. Attendees included numerous named residents and couples from local streets and avenues.
Stutsman named new superintendent of Me Ball Autonte schools and will join the Business Men's Bible class program on March 1. Bruce Dmper presides. Alberts of Stackenridge High announces as committee lead. Lectures each Sunday by Lindley and Brown noted. future speaker Benjamin MM. Brown formerly Melodie ailsslannry bo ATU Moxie.
The church plans a Sunday morning sermon titled Happiness Quest at 7 00 p m on Vea Worlds The Very Reverend by the Madison Square Presbyterian Church will preach. The Men's Club meets Tuesday at 7 00 p m in the assembly hall with Jack Davenworth Helin Ry Diveraan.
Westminster Presbyterian church members began an every member canvass last week and expect completion by Sunday officials said. The drive covers congregation outreach, with volunteers visiting homes and inviting participation in church activities.
Creditors of Nevelow Brothers to assemble at the Anta Supply building on March 30 to present claims arrange apportionment and seek examination of officers of the corporation R O Hud and others in attendance to verify debts and stake in the business recovery process.
The Rev. FL M. Wright of Oroesback will conduct revival services at Mishkan Bark Churen near Gad. The event is set for Avant Avenue and Palmoita Street, promising a period of renewed faith for attendees.
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