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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1932
Page
10
A fragment recounts a tale from around 1951 about the composer Rubinstein visiting Serge, the Lespig music publisher, with eccentric attire and a casual, unfussy appearance. The piece hints at a long overlooked anecdote in Rubinstein biographies to open a Music Week program.
A maid rejects a shabby visitor at a small theater, then reports his presence to the malister. The intruder, Rubinstelo, stalks away in anger while Anton recovers quickly. The tale links piano virtuoso Rubinstein with F. Neuhauser and Charlotte Seigat, noting Neuhauser’s publishing ties and a cache of musical letters.
A curator catalogs letters from Frans Liszt and other 19th century composers, noting debates on publishers, upcoming New York productions, and dismissive remarks about American readers. The assortment includes sketches, covers, and failed attempts at legibility by figures such as von Bulow, Joachim, and D’Albert, all written in notably poor handwriting.
A 1853 letter from Rubinstein proposes a fresh musical piece to a publisher with the plea to send hints quickly. Mentions Irvin Rubin as manager and various figures like Wolff, Marx, Benny Rubin’s brother, and the Young People’s tongue production. includes county judge Fitch visiting Maverick County, Fort Sam Houston orders for Linut, Col Joseph O. Thom at Helene, Melvin Marshall noting gray hair, and Dr N W Cave’s donation to St Mary University.
Mrs. E. A. Latanton of US North Lamo atreet travels to Meingnic for the annual national moot of the Needlework Guild of America. The trip, made Monday, signals participation in the organization’s upcoming proceedings.
Seven people sustained injuries in weekend accidents in San Antonio. Former deputies Tom Calk and Sam Hale were hurt in a motorcycle car crash on the Frio City road early Sunday. Calk had his leg amputated at Robert B. Green hospital. Rufus Dodson, 19, fell 25 feet from a freight train near Macdona and broke his back, later treated at Robert B. Green. Additional incidents included a child struck near Mitchell and South Flores, and two men injured when a car rolled nine miles out on the Frio City road. Police and deputies investigated, with several drivers or riders treated at local hospitals.
The San Antonio Airmort cooperation formed by businessmen who aided Randolph Meld will host its annual stockholders meeting on May 19 at the chamber of commerce. Officer elections will occur. L. B. Clegg is president, W. B. Subtle vice president, and Porter Whaley secretary treasurer. The firm owns 61 acres of land bought with funds turned over to the government for Randolph Meld but not required.
Sheriff A W Snegert seeks help from Seguin police to find bandits who kidnapped and robbed Tom Johnson, ring station operator, Sunday night. Johnson was released. suspects believed from San Antonio.
Five hundred nine children received health certificates Sunday at a May Day pageant held at Thomas Jefferson Senior School. Dr J Nixon, school physician, awarded the certificates. The event, directed by Mrs David Backs, was under the auspices of the Bexar County Medical Society Women's Auxiliary.
City Attorney T D Dobbs Sr issued a written opinion to city commissioners stating the city must collect compensatory sewer rental fees from residents living outside city limits who use the sewer system. The issue arose with 47 residents of San Francisco Street Los Angeles Heights connected during annexation, and the engineering department was ordered to investigate and report.
Albert Youan 11 son of rug dealer A K Youan of 1009 Main Avenue was treated at Robert B Green Hospital Monday after a punch to the stomach from a horse while he tried to rescue his dog Teddy on Bandera Road. Joe Yamin of North Flores treated for head gash at county hospital. Victorino Castillo treated after using poison to kill pests injured arms and eye.
AUSTIN Biay 2 WM Presence of Mayor Ernest O Thompson of Amarillo here today after missing a trip to the San Saba country with Governor Sterling, reviewed a report at the capitol that Thompson would be named a member of the Texas railroad commission. Thompson called on Commissioner Pat Neff, who is expected to resign today from the commission to become president of Baylor University at Waco. Neff announced several weeks ago he would resign to head Baylor.
A luncheon of the presidents' council of the San Antonio Barvice club at noon Monday discussed various matters. Roberts W. Douglass Jr. spoke as a representative of the Air Corps Training center commander Brig. Gen. Charles H. Danforth attended as a representative of the flying field.
The Texas Weekway commission announced the next contract-setting session for May 31 and June 1 in Austin. Secretary Miss Magde Guenod said the panel had previously scheduled May 27 and 28 but opted to move to the later dates.
Victim recalls being held up by two men and robbed of 47 dollars. The incident occurred Monday on Cav alier Avenue near 134 Southoline Park. Police investigate details and seek witnesses.
A miniature locomotive model, built over nearly three years with 13,000 cost, uses compressed air instead of steam. Designed by A. P. Herff and crafted with W. R. Delfraisse and Charles Kurth at Delfraisse Machine Works, it weighs 350 pounds and stands as one-tenth of the original.
A visitor in Texas was greeted by a stranger who offered to show him around then robbed him of $8 and his dog. A separate report lists A. L. Blondin at 118 King William Street robbed of $200 in car equipment, Dr Ira A. Williams of Fort Smith Arkansas losing two purses totaling $2, and a $700 bracelet plus $309 stickpin taken from Bert Lipsitg of 692 West Mistletos Avenue.
Twelve planes from the Eighty Eighth Observation Squadron took off Monday for Bayside Beach to conduct annual gunnery practice at the Twelfth Observation group camp. Capt. G. B. Giffen commanded. The squadron completed target practice and was slated to return to Brooks Holdings in the afternoon.
A revival continues this week at the Olive Street Temple Colored Methodist Institutional church corner Gibby and Olive streets under the direction of Rev. Dr. W. M. Dinkins, pastor.
Ivan M. Palmer of Chanute flies to Randolph Field from Shanafield ON and reports Monday for duty as flying instructor with the air corps.
A Monday session of the district court saw a so called mystery juror who answered a call for the grand jury. The name misread as C. Garrett led to confusion when Carrel arrived claiming the mix up. In the end no mystery juror was on the panel and 22 jurors were sworn for the grand jury, with Garratt scheduled for petit jury next Monday.
Helen Card, a corex clerk at the chamber of commerce, remained in critical condition after a third operation at the eye ear nose and throat infirmary. Kenneth Wendler, head of publicity for the chamber, was summoned as doctors weighed another blood transfusion. she has been ill for two months.
About 1200 Loyal Legion members will meet at the Murltpa auditorium Monday night at 7:30 to receive final instructions for a city wide business survey. A-Ha club secretary C Walte organized the event for San Antonio growth. Musical entertainment and short talks by H H Ochs Porter Whaler Tom Hetheridge and others planned. William Ochse former Loyal Legion drive chief expected to preside, and 1200 attendance urged by local firms.
Acting Mayor Paul Steffer says city and school tax rates totaling 298 on the 100 may fall when the new budget is adopted June 1. He cites Houston officials cutting the city budget from 4,000,000 to 8,401,000 while maintaining a 3.18 tax rate.
Hopkinsville Kentucky May 7 Discovery that the motor of Mannington Fuel company's mine had been dynamited was made shortly before work began today. The explosion occurred 1406 feet from the mine mouth and was not heard. Operators said they had no trouble with their union, employees.
Two Brooks field airplanes took off Monday morning for Fort Riley Kansas to work with the Cavalry School during maneuvers. Officers on the trip were Lieutenants N G Cote B G Holloway H G Houghton and Leroy Barnes.
A new tennis playing record was set in April at San Antonio municipal courts when 4001 permits were issued by the recreation department. The courts, with a capacity of 396 per day or 10 880 per month, were used to capacity only on Saturdays and birthdays, surpassing previous figures by 1458.
Carl Bryan, Boy Scout executive, reports a 20 percent price drop for uniforms since six years ago. All uniforms, made by one company, now total 6.40 dollars instead of 7.95, reflecting a notable savings for scouts this summer.
One hundred and seventy five graduates of the Texas Chiropractic College return to their offices Monday after a three day annual homecoming weekend. At the closing session alumni heard talks by Dr. D. M. Hestand of Houston, Dr. Hoy Crowder of San Angelo, and Dr. Carl Cleveland of Kansas City.
Flames of undetermined origin broke out in two Cash Street homes occupied by Lottie Holland and Gladys Childs, causing about 1000 dollars in damage. The blaze spread to E. Roberts and H. Delton’s home next door, inflicting about 300 dollars in damage. Firefighters reported a water heater explosion at a camp beside Hot Wells Boulevard and the Goliad Road, damaging cottages occupied by Don Vasta and J. Gonper.
Corporal Richard D. Barnes of the mili tary police at Fort Sam Houston was hospitalized with a fractured skull after attempting to stop a car Sunday night on Carson Street near New Braunfels Avenue. Reports say Barnes jumped onto the moving vehicle after it struck two women and was dragged, then thrown to the ground during a scuffle with the driver.
Thirty five boys from the Soteel for Boys were guests of the San Antonio Optimists club at Travin Park Methodist church Sunday. They provided music for the adult department during the service directed by John G. Swope and J. Carter who spoke on San Antonio industries. The Rev Rector led the prayer and Dr. Carl C. Gregory delivered the sermon. The boys were taken to dinner a swim and a delve.
Washington May 2 Senator Hale opened a drive in the senate to authorize a navy up to treaty limits. The bill seeks to permit a fleet as large as allowed by the Washington and London treaties. Hale cited figures showing the U S fleet lagging behind other nations and urged quick action.
Colonel William E. Welsh, accused thief of the Second division staff, had been in the Station hospital at Fort Sam Houston for a month with a hand ailment. On Sunday he was sent to Walter Reed General Hospital in Washington for further treatment and observation. His condition remained about the same as upon admission to the Joca hospital.
Passengers aboard the observation lounge car on the first trip from San Antonio to North Texas report the historic run as part of a Missouri-Kansas-Texas train. The report notes only three patrons on board and cites official sources for the trip details.
Intense display of nature as a four foot king snake battles a rattlesnake in front of the observation operations office at Kelly Field. Corporal Kenneth Klee spotted the combat watched by officers including Capt. Howard K. Ramey and Lieutenants Glenn and Haney. After about 16 minutes the king snake killed and swallowed the rattlesnake’s head and body, then departed.
A San Antonio chamber of commerce railroad committee meeting urged Southern Pacific to purchase the Fredericksburg and Northern line to accelerate Gulf, Texas and Western Railroad completion. The motion received unanimous board approval and will prompt W B Tuttle to present the proposal to Southern Pacific officials. Reports say ICC recommended SF buy the FE and N line for about $227,090.
Hubert Work former United States postmaster general will pass through San Antonio en route to Mexico City. He is scheduled to arrive on the Missouri Pacific at 8 30 oclock Tuesday morning.
Writ from Santa Monica argues against colonial rule and naval dominance of distant lands. The speaker contends nations should avoid subjugating islands outside their shores, advocating a focus on protecting the Pacific and advocating home priorities. Military and imperial policy are questioned as misplaced shows of strength.
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