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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1933
Page
16
A fragmentary column sketches a birthday mention for Barney Timiexs and a lively plaza scene. It references Alamo National Bank ads, local figures like Peggy Kage, Timme Gray from Bartlesville, and a street festival with Mexican guitarists. The piece mentions the Seven Modern Wonders and a Leaning Tower on Frio Street amid a bustling downtown vibe.
Instructions issued to army purchasing offices in the Rhith Corps area direct that only imported articles and materials minted abroad or manufactured with foreign content may be bought for domestic use. Purchases must follow directives from Washington and require approval from the Secretary of War before contracts can be formed.
A man about 42 was injured Sunday night while walking home when he was struck in the head and suffered a fractured skull. Police report say the assailant fled. The victim, identified by initials, was hospitalized with serious injuries.
In a San Antonio case a young skater won recognition for sidewalk rights. TJ Clayna, 412 Holiday, was fined $10 by Judge A L Matlack for disturbing the peace in a neighborhood skating incident. George South brought 12 children to court, urging continuity of skating on police sidewalks. Judge advised handling matters via juvenile authorities. A separate candidate, Cissna, campaigned unsuccessfully against skaters with minor results reported.
The session led by Mayor C. K. Quin approved paying banks ahead on a note for operation costs, noted the city stood 131000 ahead of its funded payments, and set aside 200 for a forecasting bureau building. An appropriation of 102.25 was directed to merchants, and bids for an excavation to trench a 2050 foot sewer on Ancon Avenue were announced.
In Chilyne seventh District Court, Floyd Walker of 150 Cattonwnasta Street and Harold Willameon of 126 Flynn Street received five-year sentences after pleading guilty to armed robbery by means of firearms. They allegedly held up W. B. Pierce at 623 Santa Barbara Street, taking $12, a tire, and his money changer. Additional charges of assault with intent to commit robbery were dismissed for another defendant. A separate case saw a two-year term for a driver found under the influence on Garamork Street.
A new stamp commemorating the 1782 proclamation of emancipation of enslaved people by General George Washington will be issued in April. The design features the Federal House in Newburgh New York where Washington stood. The stamp goes on sale in May at post offices nationwide.
The Citizens league convened to refine candidates for mayor and city posts. Oscar Powell is named a leading mayoral contender while A J Goel and others are discussed for fire police and park posts. Possible changes to the street and tax commissions are debated, with Geary Green and Hans Heland among asked to step in.
Police search for two men who robbed a cafe, shocking customers and taking cash. Witnesses report a dramatic escape toward West Visalia as a hospital guard and bystanders assisted the injured. One man wounded, others unhurt, and investigators probe links to a garage wreath scheme and separate robberies in the area.
fragmented text describes a dog with thorns in its hide, residents of a street, a man named Tone Aye Noble, and a scene of people reacting to events. The passage blends stray phrases about a terrier and street life, with unclear actions and outcomes amid a crowded, damaged page.
News from San Francisco reports the deaths of Colonel Davis and his wife Mrs Davis formerly stationed at Fort Ban Houston. They died within hours of each other after an operation. Survived by two daughters and a son. Bodies to be sent to Washington DC for burial.
A Misread text notes beauty shop operators from Texas attended the reorganizing meeting of the Texas Association of Beauty Culturists Inc at the Gunter hotel. A. L. Welker of San Antonio was named president and Thomas B. Johnson of the same city secretary. The session aimed to reorganize the group.
The luncheon at the Traffic Club featured executives including Balk and Lawrence Gainesh with Rail lines represented by FLT and Mismort Porkiye. Houston presided as the event highlighted railroad operations and upcoming initiatives amid formal remarks and nods to attendees.
Officials of the Metropolitan area announce Lily Pons will perform in a concert on April 27. The event is led by music societies and features Ms Pons with local chamber ensembles. Tickets go on sale soon with details distributed by the county committee.
Dick Tyrell, president, will attend the annual Panrantl chamber conference meeting Thursday night. The group aims to visit Pearsall Chamber and engage with attendees during the event.
A garbled report describes a stabbing involving improvised blades and unclear suspects. The fragmented text references Hye Woolf and a location on Parainya sheet with mentions of scissors used as the weapon and an arrest not clearly stated.
Edgar McDonald alias Be Wilson, one of five men charged in the deputy Cherift George Mangold procery Fiore holdup on September 10, receives a fifty year sentence after pleading guilty in the fourteenth district court Monony. Under an agreement with the district attorney, the sentence was set before jury selection. two other participants, Ine Demack and Greene Banspech, had earlier been sentenced to terms. Deputies Lawrence Millard and Raymond Griffith assisted.
The Royal Post and National post offices resume money orders to foreign countries under certain conditions. President's order may suspend transactions if “doubtful use” is detected. patrons must sign affidavits for savings deposits or investments abroad.
General Foulois departs Monday morning for Galvesty after a brief post visit with local officers. The trip aims to oversee arrangements at the coast and coordinate with military units.
Mayor Quin pledges higher salaries for firemen and policemen at a crowded city hall gathering. He vows to curb school board politics, cut duplicate offices, and push for lower utility rates while signaling reforms to personnel pay and city administration. Citizens cheered as offices closed for the meeting.
B J Wender of 710 West Gramercy Blace was injured as a car rounded a corner and capsized after striking a spectator. The vehicle’s occupant was ejected, while Wender helped the driver remove the car from the scene. The shaken bystander collapsed when a shoe or object struck nearby, leaving Wender with a head injury and ongoing recovery.
A discussion on various kinds of currency and coinage is planned by the Scientific Society. The meeting will be held Tuesday evening at 7 at West Commerce Street. Edward Wy Hetsinger will deliver the presentation. Dr Henry W Harper of Nexus University was tentatively slated to speak but the date shifted to April.
A report notes a rail or vehicle path named Valley Rider will traverse the 8.4 segment through the Rio Grande valley toward San Antonio. The plan aims to publicize the valley’s significance and attract attention for regional promotion. Local officials confirm Monday briefing and ongoing preparations.
Fragmentary text from Santa Monica discusses drinking and near dangers with distorted phrases about percentages and warnings. The readable parts mention toxic effects, warnings about intoxication, and a scattered critique of behavior and perception without clear events or sources.
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