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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1929
Page
4
Mer 9 reports from Ferneworth describe a three foot alligator that crawled onto a local resident’s front porch. The owner, Farnsworth, captured the reptile and plans to keep it as a pet while awaiting information on feeding and care.
Ames Iowa March 9 The entomology department at Iowa State College warns a plague of cicadas will soon emerge in western agriculture areas. The insect life cycle spans three to four weeks on the surface before burrowing back underground for extended periods. Experts say incidental damage will be mild as predators and cultivation practices keep the outbreak in check. The notice includes an advertisement urging Mother’s Day gifts from local merchants.
Community notices list Br. E.R. Stanford returning from district Methodist conference and a Royal floors benefit dance at 2:30 p.m. Friday. Westminster church mothers day service planned with speaker Hlertun at 5 p.m. Sunday. Westmoorland women host card party for Dallas state director Minnie Tlong. Wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Blanchard noted with six children present.
Temple Beth-l will hold a Mothers Day service with the weekly devecian at 6 pm Friday under Pi Tm Pi society auspices. Rebbi Ephraim Friseh opening message, proclamation by Bernard Fireoks, addresses by Falkstein Seligman and Davis, with temple choir music and a Mother themed song. Reception follows in the community center.
YAM TEANS Fala and YAM TEANS Fala and Warkers intensify efforts on the penultimate day of the 1929 YMCA maintenance drive. Pledges up to Wednesday noon stood at 41 dollars. divisions report varied totals, with 1680 dollars raised by division S. A watch prize is offered. Prominent speakers include Ochs and Cobb, with district leaders and organizers canvassing.
The Teal chapter of the American War Mothers plans a charity event at San Antonio Beach on Mother’s Day weekend. Mrs Winter A Slayom chairs arrangements while Mrs Pearl Knowl leads the fundraising duties. A public entertainment is scheduled with Mrs Ko...
Washington May Praetour Chairman James of the Hesse military affairs committee introduces a bill to authorize funding for the army program. The proposal requests 4 529 064 dollars to support prepatory and operational costs, aligning with ongoing defense priorities.
A May report from Belchertown Mass notes feeble minded residents share reading as a favorite pastime. An adolescent has read five books and a retire workplace club has formed with twenty two members.
Victoria resident Dave Bary escaped two armed bandits five miles from Fredericksburg road in a daring drive. He swerved to avoid capture, narrowly missing a pistol-wielding assailant, and fled at high speed toward San Antonio before continuing to Victoria to report the incident. Police were notified of the near-ambush in the early morning.
Karnes City May 9 Officers for the ensuing year were elected at a chamber of commerce board meeting. L H Stenser was reappointed president Ne Lindeman treasurer J Niehaus chairman of the board re elected A M Bailey named vice president to succeed L D Lightsey Frank A Huckler remains secretary Other directors listed include W F N Anderson Le B Dauer S McClane W Morris D D Tuckman and FL PL Eight.
A damaged 19th or early 20th century ad extols California Fig Syrup as a trusted remedy for children with feverish, fussy, or constipated bowels. It claims to ease bilious attacks and stomach heaviness, asserting that regular use restores digestion and promotes thriving. The copy boasts decades of trust and urges readers to buy at drug stores.
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