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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1939

Page

7

City Employes Favored by Income Tax Extension

Tax Commissioner Theo M Pillinier and Plummer defend extending the federal income tax to city employees arguing that income from any source is taxable and that exemptions for municipal bonds lack economic sense. They warn local governments would face higher borrowing costs and federal tax effects on salaries.

Theo M. Pillinier Phimmer Plummer San Antonio Farlig Supreme Court

Reed Named Kelly Cadet Captain In Flying Cadets

W B Reed is named Kelly Field cadet captain as the Advanced Flying school instructs the Class of 165. Cadet William Benjamin Reet from Kintnersville Pa is appointed for the first platoon. Cadet Jack Carey Jones of Dobbs Ferry N Y is named cadet Mentensné for the first platoon. Cadet William Marray Hendrix of Cookerilte Tenn for the second platoon and Cadet Henry Bosworth Darling of Augusta Ga for the third platoon. They support Capt. James F Watnien, commandant of flying cadets, in administration and handling.

W. B. Reed Kelly Willam Benjamin Reet Kintnersville Len Kelly Field Jack Carey Jones Dobbs Ferry N.Y Mentensné William Marray Hendrix Henry Bosworth Darling Augusta Gay James F. Watnien Flying Cadets

Honor Two for Long Service at Austin Presbyterial

Mrs W W McCormick of Cuero and Mrs Norris of Austin were honored as the only charter members present at the Austin Presbyterial society meeting at Madison Square Presbyterian church. The society marks 28 years. Mrs Norris, 77, has never missed a meeting, Mrs McCormick, 67, has missed two. McCormick recalled nine miles by horse to attend, once in a wheelchair. They received life memberships, McCormick in the board of national missions and Norris in foreign missions. Norris helped found the city’s go citty and has served as secretary treasurer of the presbyterial for 22 years. Fourteen cities were represented.

W. W. McCormick Cuero Mik i W. Morris Austin Austin Presbyterial Society Madison Square Presbyterian Church Norris McCormick Ife Board of National Missions Board of Foreign Missions Gocitty

116 Pupils At The Movies Reported In Attendance

In spring a school kid turns to hockey from class work. George D. Bickers Bexar county juvenile officer and Reno Guerrero inspect four West Side picture shows open mornings and find 114 students in attendance. Nanos and addresses of juveniles are taken and parents will be advised about their children's activities.

George D. Bickers Bexar County Reno Cuuerrero West Side Pinkens

Fiesta to Draw More People This Spring

San Antonio Fiesta officials report record interest as more than 4000 pamphlets go out for the Fiesta de San Jacinto scheduled April 17 to 22. Parade entries rise with 375 floats entered by April 19, up from 303 last year.

San Antonios San Jacinto Jack Raybould Fiesta Association C. B. Ferguson

Kidneys Doctor's Way Promises Quick Relief From Strain

An advertisement promotes Osntex and Cyxtex kidney support pills claiming they reduce excess acids and boost energy. It asserts many doctors back the product, lists active ingredients, and offers a money back guarantee with a return of empty packaging. It cites a price of 69 cents and a sample order method.

Lynton Osntex Sisstex

Fishing and Picnics Signal Spring in San Antonio

Mrs Gladys Coy, operator at the San Antonio chamber of commerce, reports many calls seeking picnic grounds and fishing holes. She provides information but offers no guarantees on the sites. The article notes Antares is 400,000,000 miles in diameter.

Gladys Coy San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Coy Antares

Conopus Club Plans Third Annual Picnic and Contests

The Conopus club will hold its third annual spring symphony and picnic at Willow Springs Friday starting 1 30 p m. Conopians will compete in a golf tournament and badminton contests for men women and mixed doubles from 4 p m to 6 p m. Other events include horseshoe pitching darts and table tennis with the picnic at 7 p m. Barnett Cocke, chairman of arrangements, said.

Conopus Club Willow Springs Conopians Mien wWoren Barnett Cocke

Union Plans Twenty-First Annual Banquet in San Antonio

Local No. 6947 of the Street Railway and Motor Coach Union of America scheduled its twenty first annual banquet and program at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Gunther Hotel. About 500 members were expected to attend. George H. Nelson, the union president and master of ceremonies, announced the event. Honor guests include San Antonio Public Service Company officials such as Chester N. Chubb, D. A. Powell, and Col. W. W. B. Luttke.

Street Railway and Motor Coach Union of America Gunter Hotel George H. Nelson Union San Antonio Public Service Company Chester N. Chubb D. A. Powell Ww. B. "Luttte

Novel Theft Trial Ends With Fine For Gonzales

Justice of the Peace Raymond Gerhardt found Fidel Gonzales guilty of shoplifting merchandise from W. T. Grant on Houston Street. The theft involved merchandise valued at 50 cents and a bucket knife worth 3 cents. Gonzales, 23, had no address listed and was fined along with costs.

Justice of the Peace Raymond Gerhardt Thuracay Fidel Gonzales Gonzales W. T. Grant Houston’ Street Jock

Ace Oyster Opener Sets Mark In Tokeland

Harald Christensen a veteran oyster opener in Tokeland Washington opened 421 3 gallons of oysters in 10 hours setting a strong hi valve opening record for the era and file.

Tokeland Wash Harald Christensen

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