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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1929
Page
16
Advertisement touts MELLOGLO face powder as superior to all others claiming it prevents large pores spreads smoothly and gives a glow. It promises a non settling non clogging finish and a fresh look with a new French process.
The article records a Hook Lovers Round Table gathering with Alva and Robert Marshall among members, plus multiple notes on San Antonio public schools events, Parent-Teacher associations, May festival plans at West Montgomery College, and various church and community entertainments scheduled Friday through May, including a St Joseph’s hall benefit dinner and a choral rehearsal. It highlights local civic groups, parent groups, and upcoming social events, with names of organizers and venues in a dense, period-voice style.
Park officials announced progress on an open air theater plan for Brackenridge Park amid calls for careful study. City leaders indicated delays and sought competent advice before proceeding with construction on the proposed amphitheater project.
In soft water with Melo dishes wash cleaner and grease wipes away. Soft water prevents scum and rings, making soap more effective and saving soap use. Melo is sold at grocers and can be used with or without soap to achieve sparkling results.
In Washington dispatches the Democrats plot direct prohibition measures and critique the wet side arguments. A letter from Mgr. Borglum discusses plans for a great public project while editorials on public interest and technical details spark debate around San Antonio’s development.
Gutzon Borglum discusses open air stage at the bowl shaped site with limestone rim north wall, acoustics, audience access, and temporary vs permanent construction. He outlines blast of open air opera plans, central stage alignment, and considerations of grade, ventilation, and future municipal use.
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