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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1928

Page

11

Obscure Letter Sets Off Film Schemer Plot

A tangle of names and mishandled notes centers on Stella and Bobbie as a letter from Stella triggers plans involving actors Monica Mont and Sartlth, a director, and a party. The tale follows presumed telephoned hints, a boarding house, an injured father and a hopeful film project that never quite materializes.

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Fragment from a dramatic page continues with tense stairway scene

A chaotic moment unfolds as Monica and Bobbie follow Mrs. Mangan through a hall to an ominous room. The scene toys with fear and nerves while Ken and Gus MacClund loom, and a dead body lies on the floor as characters confront danger and dread.

Monica Bobbie Mrs. Mangan Oh Ponien Willy Wil Soler Ken Hee Fond Gus MacCluud Hobbie Atellate Stellan Mavien Yung Shuegly Anne Alii Bobhir

March 28 Day of Days for Bargains atent vendee

Traveling letter Hayling pursued it many times. Miss Doris Parker, a girl who is described as widely traveled and well read, is shown with an epistle that followed her through.

Vendee Hayling Doris Parker

Forwarding addresses shown on letter from far abroad

A letter reached in the city after seven months shows eight countries of origin and several forwarding addresses on the envelope. The back of the envelope is also covered with markings.

Bargain Day Bonanza Promises Huge Savings in San Antonio

The San Antonio Light announces an unprecedented Bargain Day with hundreds of discounts across 40 stores and downtown eateries. A free ride coupon and prizes including a dress and hat are offered, with “The Light” paying for the promotion and shoppers needing a Tuesday night copy for admission.

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Divorce Honeymoon Tales Between Mortimer and Mathilda

A sensational tale from the era reports Mrs. Mortimer and her husband Mr Mortimer undergoing a separation while on a honeymoon voyage. The couple, linked to New York society and the Piping Rock club circle, plan formal divorce actions and reside in Paris before returning to New York.

Conyrigut Universal Farview PAIS Morell Brnnley Mourtimee Ifr Poynter New York Wooiorry Aia Piping Rock Club Bie Fovely Ile Turner Mulhilda Cowler Yignant Shorthy Mortimer Martiner Rene

Mrs. Boales Buried at Barksdale Theater Burial

Mrs. Boales died recently at Mead A Theater and will be interred following services. Survived by several daughters including Mrs. Die and Mrs. Jemersen with relatives in San Antonio and Milwaukee. Funeral arrangements to be announced.

AKU Tnt Owe Hom al Ay Tales Entdy Mit Mie Sisions Mies Susie Jemersen Mlwyeuen

Store Head Attends Convention in New York

W C Talnisung announces attendance at a convention for the TEne: organiantion bo lie Wel in Matas Nea. Maccel and Thiel Ayen feature among participants with Akins Larasabby Meadred Lelia AtlE and the Miryers noted in coverage from New York.

W.C. Talnisung Annmanggen Rompiay Stacey Jinyen Piealny Matas Nea Maccel Bolin Tho Ature Tiyamagery Emmyuetty Frend Sag Akins Larasabby Meadred Lelia Atle Miryers New York

Tickets Sold Out for Major New York Show

New York report notes a large advance for a show attracting around 810,000 buyers. The event aims to help raise funds and brings widespread interest as organizers confirm strong demand and high expectations.

New York March Mhc Alstonn Alia Lydaihte Vie Sont Foe i Jrevtorine Anco Teyana Lintlien Mtn

Letter Travels the World in a Postal Tale

A dramatic note describes Doris Parker of San Antonio receiving a travel stained letter from seven countries. The letter traces a global journey including Europe, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and America before reaching Parker in Texas. The tale evokes a mysterious hunt and distant places, with hints of detective work and fate.

San Antonio Doris Parker Daugher Tf. Varker Miss Parker Europe Kor Wix Pellee Migs Parker Tetver France Italy Telsium Sovirseland Geramny Spain America Aargkd Davie Chettounim England Jisy Mies Durker Paris Switzerland New York Smmilatiog

Rollins Family Awarded Medal by Eugenics Society

The Rollins family reportedly received medals from a eugenics body amid 1937 awards, citing supposed fitness. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but the report references the National Eugenics Society and associated ceremonies with silver medallions distributed to families.

Rollins Family Eugenics Mig Ste Aating Fung Lerng Nual Natinal Rugenies Society Wacotottan Talveg

Belknap Rifle Fund Grows Near Target for Trophy Display

The Belknap Rifle Fund gathers support across the community to purchase Khuense for exhibiting trophies at the Witkway Rifles ceremony. Fund committee member Artin Blovid clarifies goals while lawyer Anhiyt Neill comments on fundraising progress. Local members express broad backing and international interest in preserving historic arms.

Belknap Rifle Witkway Rifles Fois Che Roy Alfirmant Anhiyt Neill Bint

Burial Conducted For Clay eral Phveral servions

Burial services were held for Clay eral Phveral with funeral attendees including Din Hot bor san Ah Batley. The obituary notes survivors and mentions family and community members, reflecting a somber local ceremony.

Din Doliy Hiatt Antonte Milva Sialorn Mere Ale Mhgvins Betes

Nine to Eleven Letters About Bonds Pose Questions

Several letters inquire about bond issues and financing details. The correspondence references hospital funding and municipal projects, noting public concern and requests for clarity on bond values and repayment terms.

Texas Cactus Lend Charm and Local Elections

Fragmentary text references Texas events including a cactus theme, a May date, and a general budget meeting. Mentions wine, churches, and a convent, with scattered names and places that hint at local civic notes and upcoming activities.

Santi Antonin Wiens Cie Paidides Piletireschie

Majestic Lobby Drama and Scene Changes Across the Hall

The article describes a Majestic lobby transformed into a tableau with staging and costume changes. It notes figures like pastors and other attendees arriving for a public event and mentions specific locations and dates associated with the performance.

Joseph Wolf 77 Funeral Monday

Obituary notice for Joseph Wolf aged 77 with funeral details listed. The fragmentary text also mentions Minnie and others, but the core item is the upcoming funeral for Joseph Wolf.

Joseph Wolf

Unclear street names and names confuse local listing

Fragmentary OCR text lists various names and addresses in a jumble with street fragments and misread terms. No coherent event or actions are deducible beyond a collection of people and streets.

McGee Funeral Rites Are Planned

A funeral is planned for McGee with service details and burial to follow. Survivors include family members and listed relations. pallbearers and services will be announced by the family.

McGee

Pailrudad Mien Hear Program

A historic transit meeting in Houston with Southern Pacific and local officials in attendance. The session featured executives and managers including Wosas and Soweiemi, plus DL Ay Loeffler, focusing on freight and traffic matters.

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Richard H. Alexius Funeral Observed At Local Church

Funeral services for Richard H. Alexius were held here on Wednesday at the Central Temple. The cortege followed to the city cemetery where mourners joined the pastor, Paul Wb. Ker, in a brief eulogy and final prayers.

Richard H. Alexius

Unclear OCR: Wagering and county command debate

Fragmented text describes a local betting dispute and county leadership names amid disrupted terms. Mentions Gail commanders, Husts at Oreo, regional posts, and several individuals, but details are obscured by garbled OCR.

Ste Antity Tov Prikunineak Che Jocer Mlyde C. Cee Manger Wray Owens Bastiind

Mrs Willie Green Dies at Age 59 In Texas Obituary

Mrs Willie Green dies at 59 with survivors including a son and sister. Funeral services held with officiants named, noting ties to San Antonio and Alvicia Texas. The obituary lists relatives and domestic details as read in the notice.

Willie Green Wierd Agevives Berg Wallin Tigtrefoot Green Sond Flores Korn Metronie Hightiool Nf San Antoni Aye SP Millwee Alvicemia Texas

Water Main Floods Magnolia Streets Overnight

A large water main ruptured in Magnolia causing widespread flooding overnight. Residents report water and debris blocking streets as responders work to contain the spill and restore service. Names and exact locations are unclear due to damaged text.

Magnolia Binelr Magnitia Minuliay Oliver Burey Gena

Burial for Mrs Etta J of Custer Monday

Jumbled text reports a burial for Mrs Etta J of Custer set for Monday. It mentions names and locations in unclear phrases, with several garbled terms and potential references to services and mourners.

Etta J Custer

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