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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1935

Page

8

Tattoo clues in police work reveal identity limits

A fragmented excerpt discusses the role of tattoos in identifying suspects, noting that tattoo evidence often outpaces fingerprint methods. It describes how tattoo stories guide police, the futility of fully erasing tattoos, and efforts to obscure marks by re tattooing, with a reference to Dusty Rhodes leading the police department’s identification bureau.

Dusty Rhodes Polce Department Criminal Identification Bureau

Tattoo evidence in criminals and sailors, a public warning

A grim catalog notes tattoo themes among criminals and sailors, listing religious images, lover symbols, military badges, and common motifs like hearts and ships. It claims many offenders display fidelity or memory tributes, while ex-soldiers and seamen bear identifying ink, suggesting tattoos reflect character and history.

Fragmented Joster Ad Prompts Reader Action

Nonsensical OCR fragment touts a mysterious offer from a chain setter auto parts firm. It mentions names like danyél Cages Ani Dypr and Robert Arwstrong, urging the recipient to take 400 copies within three hours, with garbled phrases about a better future and a “Unity” aim.

Arico Danyél Ani Dyprak Matpayel Lindsay Robert Arwstrong Anl Barry Mclean Jett

Byrd Honored On Return From Antarctic Quest

Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd was hailed in Washington after his Antarctic expedition. President Roosevelt and officials praised the scientific data, noting discoveries about ice thickness, Male Byrd Land claims, and a Pacific Sea connection. Byrd earned a scroll from the National Geographic Society as he prepares a summer with family.

Washington, D. c Richard FE. Byrd Antarctica Advateal Persident White Mouse Lia Seerstayg Swanson Byrd National Geographic Society Little America Bouth Pole United States Byrd Land Areca Seaboard Maine Georgia Paaltic Sea Mexico Canada Qaklasth Newy Yard Arm Mmner Hybine Falure

Paramount Buys Strauss Operetta as Hollywood Notes Flow

In a lively Hollywood assessment, Paramount acquires rights to Strauss operetta as George Wena relocates. stars Helen Tepson and Carl Brisson headline upcoming projects with Joe Morrison. Industry veterans like David Wark Griffith prep London shoots on Broken Blossoms while gossip and party reports fill the page with names, moves, and socialite sightings.

Sereen Rrest Lubitsch Helen Tepson Carl Brisson Joe Morrison Radiio Jaybish David Wark Griffith Man Yo London Regitin Crewe New York Dead Wark Griffith

Missionary Speaker to Address District Rally at Highland Park

Miss Margaret Carnihan will speak at a district rally for youth and intermediates from Kerrville Natalia and San Antonio at Highland Park Presbyterian Church Runway at 445 p.m. Miss Kate Maye Owens from Western Texas Prehistory Education is also scheduled to appear.

Margaret Carnihan Will Spaak Distriet Kerrville Natalia Docad Chirehen Highland Park Presbytering Ehurehgh Kate Maye Owens Texas Preehstory Alen Will Apras PIM Stut Iy

Pioneers Reach Alaska Homes After Migration

Palmer Alaska May 12. Men women and children of 47 Minnesota farm families given a new chance by Uncle Sam awoke this morning in promised land. The night was cold and foggy in the Matanuska valley with fog lifting to reveal new settlement growth nearby.

Palmer Alaska Minnesota Sam Promised Land Matanuska Valley Yalny

Obituary notices compile a string of multiple names and services

Obituaries list Abigail Templeton 60 of 611 Misgler Street with services at Porter Loring chapel and interment details. Several other named individuals from San Antonio Amarillo and beyond are listed with varied survivors and service times at multiple churches and parishes across Texas, including interment at Mission Burial Park and Louise. The text also notes roles in organizations and memberships, with mass and funeral arrangements across different locales.

Abigail Templeton Misgler Street Sergious Priday Porter Loring Chapel Yardy Texag Tessannt B. Augusta Guasie Osborne Cirele Street Arthur Micklni Mission Burial Park Nave Texas San Antonio Harriett and Morty Tom Osborne James C. Osborne Amarilla Nisees Marié Jimmie Lois Osborne Virginia Waco

Glands Fear Bot Renewal in Philippines Plebiscite

Manila reports warn of renewed violence as government forces and police mobilize across provinces where opposition to the proposed commonwealth constitution is strongest. About 2 million voters are eligible on Tuesday including 209 thousand first time women. leaders claim planned uprisings and sabotage in May are set to affect the vote. The unrest follows the failed plebiscite revolt that left 67 dead and sparked nationwide fear.

Otis Manila P. I Philippines Helief

Roosevelt faces Senate clash over NRA extension plan

President Roosevelt fights a Senate movement to extend the National Recovery Act at least 10 more months, aiming for a one-year renewal. Senators conference for a 4 Tower extension may jeopardize new legislation before the current law expires. Roosevelt indicated preference for a year extension but would accept ten months if no better option emerges.

Washington Upi Roosevelt Senate Senate Democrats

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Texas lawmakers closed a four month session with four hundred bills examined. Some measures were rejected while others praised. administration programs largely continued, though anti inflation and public interest bills drew less attention. Conference measures on fuel, oil, and tax policy stirred debate amid funding for rural aid and education appropriations totaling about 10.4 million dollars.

William Mefow Ernest O. Thompson Railand Ram House Senate

Denver Heights Church Revival Set by Church of Christ

Evangelist John T. Smith of the Church of Christ in Lubbock will preach at a week long revival at Denver Heights Church. Services begin Sunday at 9 a.m. and continue through Wednesday May 22 with Rev A B Clark announcing the schedule.

Denver Heights Wil John T. Smith Church of Christ In Lubbock Wa.m, Indays A. B. Clark

Reverend Mitchell to Fill Post at Highland Presbyterian

The Rev. F. C. Mitchell will replace Dr. Greer as minister of the International Gospel Mission of San Antonio and will preach at Highland Presbyterian Church on Sunday. The Rev. Daxter Greck, pastor of Lytle, will deliver the sermon for the Tyke Tigi school event.

F. C. Mitchell Dr. Greer

Corpus Rector to Speak in St Mark's

The Rev Walleng O Munds pastor of the church of the Gand Shepherd Corpus Christi will preach at St. Mark's Episcopal church at 11:14 am Sunday. The Rev Arthur R McKinstry vicar of St. Mark's will exchange pulpits with the Rev Munds for the day.

Walleng O- Munds Corpus Christi St. Mark's Episcopal Church Arthur R. MecKinstry St. Mark's Mr. Munds

Revival Services Held in Tent by Teard and Granwell

Revival services conducted by Rev. FOD Teard state superintendent of the Four Square Gospel churches Texas are held in a tent at St. Marys and Euclid streets. Daily at 7 430 pm except Saturday, announced Russ Hazel Granwell, pastor.

Fod Teard Foursquare Gospel Churches Texas St. Mary's Euclid Streets Russ Hazel Granwell

Gunman Guts In On Chains Oklahoma City May 11

A gunman roared through Oklahoma City in a May incident threatening to demand ransoms and making a swift escape after a bold holdup. Officials including Wade Luofisourrow and R A Griffith reported clerks warned by suspects while promoters operated nearby. Police prepared for further actions as confusion rose over motive and timing.

Oklahoma Wade Luofisourrow

Policeman Fatally Wounds Burglary Suspect in City Raid

A city police officer, Murphy, 39, was struck in the heart and killed while searching for three burglars who struck downtown office workers. The incident occurred early today as Sennett Watts and others attempted to subdue the suspects. Police reported a wounding during the confrontation and launched further inquiries.

Polumbus Ghbc Paiwnan FB Murphy Burghie Ih Sennett Watts Negro Theing

Mother's Day Tributes Across San Antonio Churches

San Antonio churches plan Mother's Day observances with sermons and services. Actha Baptist led by Rev. Yolvington will preach as choir sings. Los Angeles Heights Fresvyteriqyeben pastor J M Tori will describe the perfect mother. Central Gindstian church to discuss "Mother, the Quest of the Home." Travis Park Methodist plans sermon by Dr Walter Anthony on "Mother Church." Multiple churches schedule observances including First Cumberland Presbyterian, St. Marys, and Grace Lutheran.

San Antonio Pasion Actha Emple Jesse ‘Yolvington J. M. Tori Los Angeles Heights Gindstian Firs Cumberland Sta. My Walter Anthony Travis Park Methodist Mother Chueh First Presbyterian Church He Bea Hill Presbyterian Chard San Jose Grace Lutheran Clutch

Divorce Granted to Mrs F H Bushick Jr

Rachel Hosea Bushick and Frank TL Bushick Jr were divorced in Thirby Seventh District Court by Judge Harry L Howard after trial begun April 10 1973 and separation in April 1985. Property settlement divided the couple’s assets.

Rachel Hosea Bushick Thirby Seventh District Court Oy Harry L. Howard Frank TL. Bushick Tr Coli— Dinestones

Governor Allred Frees 24 Convicts on Mother's Day

In Austin Tes Allred commuted or paroled 24 convicts in honor of Mother's Day. Most had been serving work terms, several convicted of murder. The clemency actions were recommended by the Board of Pardons and jsholes, with several parolees from rural areas.

Austin Tes Allred Board of Pardons and Jsholes

Mother's Day Sermon to Highlight Brownwood College Service

The Rev. Francis M Davis of Alann Heights Presbyterian will speak at Daniel Baker College in Brownwood on Sunday May 26 as part of graduation weekend activities. The event marks a Mother's Day themed sermon led by the pastor for the college community.

Alfred Paroles Mother’s Day Heights Francis M Davis Alann Heights Presbyterian Ehtreh Tor Daniel Baker College Brownwood Bathday

Joiner to Conclude Revival Series at Highland Park Church

Revival services end with sermons by W. Joiner a world traveler and missionary to Africa at Highland Park Church of God. Services set for 7 45 p m Saturday and Sunday announced by pastor Rev MLB Bothnar. Webb Classified Ad invites readers to sell unused items through four weekday slots.

Svangelist W. Joiner Ens Africe Highland Park

Treasury position at Washington VA May 1 report

Treasury data shows receipts for May at 70.097 million with expenditures near 78.729 million. Customs receipts total 3.901 million. net debt remains around 28.601 billion. Emergency expenditures run about 106.990 million while gross debt stands at 28.601 billion with a slight increase from the previous day.

Washington VA. G The Treasury Uwly LA

Stratosphere Plan to Be Revealed on NBC Broadcast

Preliminary flight details and plans for the Stratosphere program will be revealed during a 2 39 Saturday night NBC broadcast carried by WOAL. Oscar Wester will host with Gen Bal and Poutore, featuring soprano Exsitian and Ryan Evans on Melody Mastery.

Aelentiti Notowel Army Alycurps Mratosphere Lab NBC Woal Bal Gen Poutore Oscar Wester Mary. Exsitian Ryan Evans Melody Mastery Broadway

Cab Bandit Grabs $756 In Taxi Robbery

C. G. Petty, driver of a Silver Blue taxi, was robbed of 756 dollars Friday night after a bandit forced him to drive from Claudia Street to Adams and Barbee streets. Police were alerted and a man matching the suspect’s description was later seen fleeing on foot.

Ariying Calla Jy Fom C. G. Petty Bett Claudia Street Adais Barbee Petty Degra

Negroes Rescued After Two Weeks Adrift at Sea

Palm Beach May 14 Twenty Negroes reportedly adrift two weeks aboard a disabled motor launch were rescued early today by the seath New York en route from New York to Havana. The captain said they were in good condition after their ordeal aboard the launch off the Atlantic coast. The message was relayed from the vessel by radio station here. The rescued party includes men from Nassau and the Rattemas.

Palm Beach Seatah New York Havana Radionarine Negeoss Oawand Nassau Rattemas

100-Year-Old S. A. Man Found Mangled

The body of Lucian Casas, a 100-year-old resident of 231 South Pinté Street, was found at Union stockyards on a Saturday. Detective Otto Letechmann said Casas was likely killed by a hit-and-run driver. Anan Torres of 1401 El Paso Street identified the body. Casas’ nephew provided details.

Union Stockyards Tail Sur Lucian Casas Aig South Pinte Gasag Anan Torres EL Pasa Streeb Otto Letechmann Casas

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