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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1933
Page
14
The article profiles a Brackenridge graduate who became a professional daredevil. After early work in construction he began parachute jumps, then joined an air circus. He later performed dangerous feats at fairs and theaters, leaping from towers and diving into tanks for crowd spectacle.
A diver recounts a dangerous incident near the Peros River where a plunge caused his left arm to be paralyzed for days. He describes help from helpers, rescues, and a hospital benefit held later that week.
Unclear OCR text describes a bachelor level program at the Optimlat club with references to an opera and a schedule. Details are fragmentary with names and times garbled, but implies an evening event including a performance and speakers.
A youth described as true to his traditions was sentenced to 12 months on a La'Tung federal prison farm near El Faso after remaining silent. Garcia, 21, pled guilty to transporting 148 gallons of Mexican alcohol plus whiskey from Starr County to a point near San Antonio on the Medina River December 12. Others' charges were dropped. Garcia admitted being paid $10 to transport the cargo.
County commissioners vote to pay 131400 in interest and principal on road bonds. Edgar G Garvey notes available sinking and interest funds cover payments with 88965 to Chase National Bank New York and 47833 plus 9600 state highway funds to Chase. State highways designated to share cost. further 2641 due to National Grid Brink New York on April 1.
Three men and two conmen named as winners of the Sears Roebuck bridge tournament at the company under Robert Maxwell Ewing. First prize went to Cam bridge oval. Second prize to Melvin Te Wollt of 607 East Mudberry Street. Third prize to Dr. H. H. Wollowing of 243 Wildrose Swinne. Fourth prize to Mrs. Coolj Pulty of 1893 West Mislicloe. Fifth prize to Mrs. Julian Myers of 8743 West Wood-Jaw.
A fragmented note reports a severe tetanus risk to a woman connected to the Rossel building on Luts Street. The text mentions a hospital, possibly Tabert B Green Hospital, and a fall with skin injuries attended by staff.
The Witte Museum announces a rug exhibit for San Antonio residents with daytime access limited. The display, featuring valuable rugs from local owners, runs until Wednesday afternoon. Other events include a children’s Marionette Show at 10 a.m. Saturday and a 9:00 p.m. talk on Texas birds by Albert J. Kir Sunday. A bouquet of bluebonnets from Glenn Springs is on display, sent by Thomas Millet.
San Antonio seniors are invited to submit poems essays and lyrical tributes honoring mothers for a $50 prize from the Golden Rule foundation. The contest, held for Mother’s Day, is announced through Mrs Bronk Presley national women’s committee. Entries must be in by April 1 with cash prize and merit certificates awarded to top entries from each state.
A surety of aggravated assault was lodged against attorney Wil and Mois 51 at the National Bank of Commerce Building on Tuesday. The complaint alleges the defendant struck Mrs. Keeler causing a bruise and wound during a Monday morning incident. The case was filed in County Court at Law No.
A boy, severely bitten on the left foot, survived a deadly rattlesnake strike. Rosales, a teen from A. Geo area, was rushed to Th. Green hospital on Tuesday after the incident.
A former Los Angeles figure and last presider of a civic chamber will deliver a talk on the California earthquake at a press event. The address will cover quake impacts, emergency planning, and public resilience, with emphasis on regional responses and future preparedness.
A refund of nearly 1 million dollars to Bexar county for money spent on roads designated as state highways is expected to be received in annual installments of 20 to 25 thousand dollars to cover interest and sinking funds. County treasurer Badger G. Garvey reported state board action backing the refund and noted the county may save about 475 thousand dollars yearly in debt service.
Richard Vick 37 of 124 South Street charged by complaint with robbery by assault with firearms against Marlin Wright 104 East Elsmere Place last Friday night. Detectives report Wright held up at his garage returning from an 8 wrestling match. Authorities list 420 and a 1200 diamond ring as alleged stolen items.
Justice of the Peace ROW Stap Penbeck conducted a sudden death inquest Tuesday into the death of Robert Z Tyren, 43, at Winnipeg Avenue. He was taken to the hospital by friends and died shortly after. Judge Glapgene Beck ordered a chemical analysis of the contents of Osamars stomach, with Friday possibly hearing the case.
A dry agents thwarted a whiskey delivery Monday night in the 400 block of Soledad. Capt. Vere Miller, deputy prohibition administrator, reported an illegal shipment. Charges were filed against Tian for possession and intent to sell alcohol.
Health chief Neall in service attended Pan American Meri caligreta in Dallas and spent the weekend in Sap Antonig as guest of Dr and Mrs TP Roath at the Manger hotel, leaving Monday for the East.
Rian G Domingues a farmer by background was installed as vice consul at the Tanvesin mission Tuesday he has taken up duties as vice consul at the Mexican enclave here Domingues is now stationed locally in the years ABO context unclear but noted for new assignment.
San Antonio ex pupils plan a reunion to welcome back former students of the old school on South Alamo Street now the Junior College site. Judge W A Wurzbach presides at a 5 PM meeting in the Municipal auditorium east room to set the date. About 400 to 500 alumni are expected to attend games once played in Wuely days and other period activities.
Doc Whitaker of Corpus Christi was convicted in Bexar County Court No. 1 for allegedly striking Mise Huelyn Childs, 19, of 1824 North Sabinas, after a late night ride. Judge McCollan Burnett sentenced him to 30 days. a motion for new trial was denied and he was released on bond. Childs testified the assault occurred in a car on December 22 returning from a night club. A friend and a doctor corroborated bruising and a bruised nose.
A youth was treated for a stab wound to the shoulder at Robert B. Green hospital on Tuesday. The incident involved a woman, with the location given as 31 Sout Hackberry Street, though details remain brief and unclear.
Four persons were treated at Robert B. Green Hospital for injuries from automobile crashes on San Antonio streets Monday. Names include Charles Philips, 4, of 404 South Laredo, and Edward Tehiey, 16, of 2h Gcklivtiam PAVE, with others identified as Daisy Nancy Wells 22 and Be Wo Maclindals 21. The incidents occurred at Third and North Alamo streets. police noted the drivers and details as available.
Federal Judge Tacval Wesh affirmed the ruling in an income tax dispute involving 1927 obligations. The Weatherford Crump firm of Houston claimed a fund of 166,934.34 against Trines Bass, collector in Rushin, with the Fiffin Circuit Court of Appeals delivering the mandate in San Antonio. The suit centered on the Hunbbell Slack company assets and debts after dissolution in 193.
Brackenridge high school selects students to represent in declamation and extemporaneous speaking contests against Vocational and Technical School and Jefferson for city honors. Mrs Roselle leads. event hosted by Interscholastic League at Brackenridge Auditorium next Friday. City champions advance to district meet in San Marcos in April.
A Lions club noon meeting announces a special surprise with a distinguished guest of honor. J Wyle Kine will preside at Monger hav el, Kerry's Cowgirl bird and Bernagine Gratton are named among participants in a high school era event. Donation noted.
An elderly former leader collapsed at his seaside home after nine years of residence. He leaves no surviving children and is survived by a small circle including spouse and distant relatives. Local authorities prepare an official notice and plan services.
Boy Scouts were awarded badges and honors at the Coit of Honor on Broadway. Thirteen life awards eleven eagle badges one bronze palm and one quartermaster award ten apprentice sea-scouting awards and many merit badges were presented to recipients including Blue Scouts and Life Scouts such as Norman Taylor Davie Goodyenyo Harding Black Bagies Pengid Mawnave Edward Burnett and Jack Thomson among others.
Note recounts a chaotic exchange about Hitler and related figures with references to Galil Bevery, Tonks, and Klu Klux imagery. The letter suggests political distrust and religious tensions amid ongoing Democratic and governmental struggles.
A San Antonio meeting of Jewish citizens, business leaders, ministers, and German descent residents adopted a resolution urging the state secretary to act against anti Semitic campaigns in Germany. Ochs chaired, Morris Stern urged support, and a committee including Ochs was formed to draft the formal dispatch for the secretary of state.
A two week mission is underway at St Marys Church led by Rev DB and Rev H Gaudin with assistants Rev J Foulkes and SJ. Services are daily at 6 45 pm for men and women with 1 45 pm sessions for women. Next week focuses on morning prayers and twilight talks. Sermons address social violence and the barbaric acts of gang violence.
Thieves reportedly looted St Leos Church on 4400 South Flores in a daytime strike. Reports to police mention furnishings valued at 25 dollars and a crucifix missing. Nearby residents say tools and a saddle were also stolen from porches and homes on streets including Cincinnati Avenue and Josephine Street. Local residents name several victims including Rev Thomas Moeng wembe and Keron Magee.
Police found an empty house with a 25 gallon whiskey still and 43 gallons of whisky, a distillery apparatus, and scattered furnishings. A hearing is planned for Arigacine Sanchez amid the damaged, noisy scene described by witnesses. Local officials report an alcohol operation and online-article style confusion in the reporting.
Thieves ransacked the home of O. G. Burg at 1277 Orange Atlech after the resident was found dead recently. Police describe the break in as a possible burglary tied to the death, with valuables reportedly disturbed and missing.
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