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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1936

Page

19

Secret Service Sweep Aims Ahead Of Roosevelt Visit

Word from Dallas reports a thorough Secret Service inspection of two leading hotels as ministers of the U S prepare for President Franklin D Roosevelt’s planned June 6 visit. Agents checked suites rooms guest lists and security features including lobbies walls and electrical connections.

the & Plaza Jeff Davisdo Pony Express Telegraph de Mail Dallas Secret Service Franklin D. Roosevelt

President visits amid security sweep and local curiosities

Federal agents scrutinize every hotel route and parade path as President prepares to arrive. Cameramen face inspection and locals discuss sculptures, museums, and Texana shops amid Centennial year preparations.

Thieves Steal 16 Chickens from Saunders Avenue Farm

Mrs J Wackerbach of 2310 Saunders avenue reports her chicken camp aided by thieves on Tuesday night with 16 chickens stolen. G M Byrutt of 208 Bean Wear street reports loss of a rifle watch and clothing to thieves. The Gadel cafe at 222 deficts on street reports loss of cigarettes and tobacco through a rear window.

J. Wackerbachs Saunders Avenue G. M. Byrutt Gadel Café

Waco orphan saves San Antonio boy from river danger

Johnny Valdes, a 14 year old orphan from Waco, saved 4 year old Tony Elizondo after he slipped into the San Antonio river near Market Street Bridge. Valdes leaped from shore, grabbed Elizondo as a current pulled them apart, then swam with him to the bank. James Tafolla reported Valdes had already pulled Elizondo to safety when he arrived.

San Antone Youngstey San Antonio Johnny Valdes Tony Elizondo Robert Eiladde North Steeel Market Street Bridge Valdes Waco Sin Antonia Valdex James Tafolla Walden Elizondy Tafolla Elivonda

Cameron county court upholds denial of Aycock damages

The Texas Court of Civil Appeals affirmed a trial ruling denying Rita Aycock any damages in a wrongful death suit against Ted Green connected to a collision near Lyford that killed her husband. The decision notes the deceased was an active participant in the venture, with all parties knowingly risking peril.

Cameron County Rita Ayconkaya Ted Green Anita Ter Huseatid Forth Court of Civil Appeals Trail Court Aycock Wer Nasband Joe Carver Matamoros Mexico Lyford

PLAN FOR PEACE Globe-Trotter Lectures Here

Sherwoot Eddy the internationally known writer and traveler will be principal speaker at a National Emergency Peace program mass meeting. Eddy, a Yale graduate, has just returned from Europe and Asia after studying peace prospects. He will speak at Thomas Telford High School and Westmoorland College with Dr. James Grane accompanying him to San Antonio.

Sherwoot Eddy Wil Beth San Pedro Eddy Yaleniversity Asis Russia Poland Germany Austria France Britain Thomas Telfersai High School Westmoorland College James Grane Disciples of Chit San Antonio Brackenridge High School

Assault on Santa Rosa Avenue Leaves York Hospitalized

Les Hien attacked York, 34, at Santa Rosa avenue and Monterey street, injuring him. York was taken to Robert B. Green Hospital for treatment.

Les Hien Santa Rosa Avenue Monterey Street York Montana Street Fiat

Highway Beauty Spot Dedication Ceremony Details Nearby

Dedication ceremonies for a highway beauty spot were set for Wednesday evening at p.m under the sponsorship of the Alaine Mission chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. J Croswell Hall would lead the dedication, with county officials introduced by Mrs. Frank Sorel. Rev J Grady Timmons to give invocation and a dexology by Vida George. A federal music group in Spanish dress was also to participate.

Prederickshire Highway P.m Alaine Mission Daughters of the Republic of Texas J. Croswell Hall Andres Frank Sorel Chiirman Phe J. Grady ‘Timmons Lei Hand of Federal Music

Cle Jeune league endorses two men for state representative

The Cle Jeune league executive committee endorsed Frederick C. Felly and J. Arthur Sandlin as state representatives from districts 5 and 3 respectively. The group plans to meet Thursday to finalize its slate for the commissioners court. Other names under consideration include R. W. Slappesiberk, Thomas H. Ab, J. McNeel Sp, and J. W. Donmess for various local offices, with talks of candidates for county treasurer and precinct constables.

Wans Vici Harry Carrall Gus S

Bathing Suit Rules Issued For City Pools

An official order mandates that all pool users wear proper bathing suits this year while using Une Mort Sai Houston facilities. Only trunks are banned. civilian guests will face limits and access is restricted to army personnel and their families as pools reopen on May 15.

Une Mort Sai Houston Sve Feros Gicir

Vigilance Group Meeting Called in San Antonio

A meeting of the San Antonio Vigilance Committee is scheduled for Thursday at 12715 P.A.1. at the Plaza. Turner serves as secretary.

San Antona Vigilance Plaza NATO

C E Union to Hold May Meeting in San Antonio

The San Antonio Christian Endeavor Union will meet Monday at 7 45 p m in the Olsholme Presbyterian Church. The May session aims to discuss union activities and upcoming events with members from local churches.

C. E. Union San Antonia Christian Endeavor Unis Oreslholme Presbyterian cHurch

Texas Centennial Sing Group Draws Hundreds in San Antonio

Hundreds of Southwest Texas school children from Eagle Field joined a 50,009 voice giant chorus planned for Dallas on June 13 as part of the Texas Centennial celebration. Fourth to twelfth graders from Jefferson and Brackenridge High, cadets under Major Reilly, and state education leaders attended the National Music Week program.

Southwest Texas Eagle Field San Antonio Sing- District 16 Tihtemas Delferson Brackenridge High School R. O. ‘Toc B. J. Reilly L. W. Woods Oscar EB. Miller San Antonio Centennial Association

Highlights From the Want Ads Sale and Rent Notices

Ambu lance and hearse for sale. Buick and tone wheel base listed with price 8500 dollars. An unfurnished room for test at 418 Clivaga Boulevards. Room and boat available at Last Laurel. Various classifications noted for sales and services including finishing, machines, and equipment with scattered details.

Buick AM Ruuip St. Mary's Street Clivaga Massiffcation Gu

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