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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1932
Page
13
A chaotic late night at Ban Antoniols in New Braunfels ends in violence as a clash among attendees escalates after a prank or stumble. Many revelers left the dance floor in disarray while authorities noted several injuries and a warning of further trouble.
Local reminiscence recalls a crowd clash led by a controversial act, men clashing as fire crews intervened. The story highlights Colonel Tommy Thompkins, a revered officer from a distinguished family, who once led a shooting march in the South and inspired a mayoral tribute.
An odd public reading scene unfolds near Meadows stables with a young lady on a horse and a groom taking charge. The narrative names Vicinily ngs and a long list of residents as observers, while townsfolk linger at dusk and note the old doorway, silent servants, and neighbors peering from doorways.
A San Antonio plan to close Publix theaters due to poor business was called absolutely false by W. J. Lytle, head of the San Antonio Amusement Co. In Dallas officials of Publix Theaters Corp announced four Texas city closures were planned but could be reversed if conditions improve.
San Antonio public library unveiled a broadened catalog Wednesday featuring 44 new titles. The selection spans law, theology, philosophy, classics, and travel, including works on contracts law, belief systems, biblical studies, and regional studies.
The Young People league at Auidas ACMM synagogue Hearne Main Hearne Fied Qudsey street will hold services this Sunday. Miss Rose Greenfield Jack Albert Bernaca Goldberg and Harold Welsbere will share viewpoints in "Youth Looks at the Synagogue." Asyron Fink and IstAel Dodie plan the Velena path of the services.
Dr Frank Engyest Nicholson renowned cave explorer will be chief speaker at the San Antonio Kiwanis luncheon in the Gunter Hall ballroom. He will discuss the Cascade Ervern discovery near Boerne. Detty Longacre Wilson will sing with Walter Duntiae accompanying.
Brooks Pilot back on duty after a sixty day absence. Lieutenant LZ. WL. Ree, Brooks Neld pilot, resumed duties following a visit with Mrs. Rico at her parents home in Teak. Cat. mad 47a. Pascual Lapeer u Porto Ridin.
The newly approved insignia for Brooks Squadron features a Hexadnnnl shield and multiple symbols representing alliance and defense. The approval came from a major department, signaling formal recognition of the unit's identity and mission.
A fire at Navarro Shoe Shop on Navarro Street broke out in the rear Thursday morning. Flames consumed a cover box and a passerby saw workers trying to reach the flames. Firemen controlled the blaze before it spread to the Busy Bee next door, with damage estimated at 300 dollars.
A mandamus suit filed in the Forty fifth District Court seeks to compel the city to issue a permit for an undertaking establishment to M E Rodrigues of 820 South Laredo. The petition alleges officials delayed, demanded changes after Dr. W A King approved, and then refused the permit on May 11, asking for restraint from harassment and the mandamus to grant the permit.
Pedro Martinez age 27 suffered two bullet wounds while in a rear fibre shop on Buena Vista street. He received treatment at Robert B. Green hospital. Eduardo Montes 46, operator of the shop, is under arrest after an argument led to the shooting.
Police grilled two youths Thursday in connection with the slaying of Mrs Gottrude Hatchins of 206 Mission Road and a string of burglaries in the Southside during the past six weeks. Arrested near Virginia Boulevard and Meerscheidt Street at 4 am after a local baker reported suspicious activity, one suspect carried a pistol matching the murder weapon. A wallet found on the youth bore a cut name, suggesting theft. Hawkins, husband of the slain woman, was released on habeas corpus. Two women questioned were released.
Renowned cartoonist George McManus, creator of Bringing Up Father, will visit San Antonio this Friday and Saturday. He arrives on the Easy Texts Special from Louis on the 8th and departs to Los Angeles on the Southern Pacific Saturday afternoon, per Missouri-Kansas-Texas line agent Ed Berndel.
A sensational tale titled Bedhead explores Sue Hemingway's claim of freedom as she navigates a ruinous engagement with Charlie Janes. The narrative traces her rise and fall within a money driven world, warning that wealth alone cannot buy liberty. Publicizing May 20 in the San Antonio Light.
San Antonio Optimist Club sponsors a three day run of Why Men Leave Home a three act comedy drama by Avery Ildowoo at San Pedro Playhouse. Jack Edwards directs a cast of professional actors notable to local theatergoers. Reserved seats are on sale through the municipal auditor at popular prices.
Tafolla has been elected president of the Bam Antonio Teachers council for the next year. Other officers include Miss Mark Bucrhe Migulins recording secretary and Mrs Gertende Smith treasurer with Mrs Puyol Ripley as reporter. Ex officio members are Frances Dee wecker and Krein George among others.
Arthur V. Wright a first assistant county attorney and partner of County Attorney D F Davis announces his candidacy for judge of the 94th District Court against incumbent W W McCrory. Filed with John K Weber, the move marks a rare party bid in the county. Independent runs noted for Judge W S Anderson in the 37th District and County Commissioner Robert P Uhr also seeking re election.
Youths from Grankenridge and Jefferson senior schools will debate whether lobbying should be permitted at the state capitols. The event, organized by W. W. Hecrine, precedes a future convention. Delegates from the veterans group will represent the matter at the upcoming sessions.
The port of editor chief of the Recurnuon Publication of Wie Jet Tergen, sening advo, with he fed driv the coming yon by Jose phine Hatin. Reward Mosk was namic inane aging editor and Staring Wheeler. Other stall appointments are Mary Louise Morrell, assistant editors TMlcharnd Ganobes, assistai managing edi tor, Willard DeTecey, news, editor, Rowalin Gurgiglo, Teature editor, Wikauitiy Forerson, society editors Mary Johnson, reference editor, Paimera Ohain, exchange editor New business leads are Margaret Bentley, Mary Jane Hicks, and Jeane McGarky.
The Ly Elks plan to remove and retain the cornerstone from the Mavis street and Avenue E club building. Exalted ruler Riley Wyatt says it will be opened in a ceremonial setting in the fore room with L B Clegg overseeing. The 1907 dedication marks the club’s history as the Army Y M C G later occupied the site before tearing down for a new federal building.
Herff school plans a Friday afternoon performance featuring a comedy titled Kings, ma. Avid ape uid Mae ons, presented by the school choir with students to perform in the on campus auditorium.
City Tax Collector A B Stevens reported early this week that tax payments picked up with 13 148 40 collected by noon Wednesday versus 77 73 16 the prior year for the same period. Tuesday and Wednesday totals included 2 600 14 and 39 838 99, with city and school taxes due totaling 7 623 200 20 and no penalty after the final day.
Competitive examinations will determine three operators for the new Dalles radio station. The fire and police civil service board will hold the tests next Wednesday. All applicants must hold the Federal radio commission license.
Mayor M. Chambers reports optimism in the San Antonio versus Southwestern Bell Telephone case after Chicago experts say a related Michigan Bell suit could influence the local dispute. The Michigan case has dragged through courts for six years, while San Antonio’s suit since 1928 awaits Judge Diureit’s ruling.
Federal Judge T J McMillan sentences Cape Law to three years at Leavenworth for a narcotics violation after Cape pleaded unable to stand during sentencing due to leg injuries from a botched escape attempt. Court notes Cape’s history as an addict and prior incarceration at Leavenworth. The judge remarked Leavenworth might be the best place for him.
Steffler was chosen state president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles of Texas at the closing of the twenty seventh convention in Apiston. He succeeds John Sunsers of Galveston. new officers include R B Ramer Beaumont vice president George Strickhausen Galveston secretary W Fullen Fort Worth inner guard J Le Gantin Galveston consul tor and Charles Johnson Denison chaplain Denison to host 1933 meeting. Steffler has held offices as president of the royal OLLE and grand tent leader of the untigng grand pecle.
The San Antonio Airport Corporation, formed with the chamber of commerce’s backing to acquire Randolph Field, re elected L. B. Clesa as president, R. L. Bail as vice president, and Parlee Whaley as secretary and treasurer at a Thursday morning meeting. The firm holds a small tract adjoining the tele.
A fragment reports Newton addressing the Exchange Club at a Thursday breakfast meeting at the Plaza on the Mall. Details are garbled but indicate a local routine event featuring a speaker and club participation.
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