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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1933
Page
11
The piece notes winter winds at the Plaza with lingering boredom among patrons and hotel lobbies. It mentions Heywood the blindfold driver, investor types like Lewis Leonard, and inventor Col Agusling Cusimojaba along with Dr Alfonso Caso due in town. Also referenced are Poultry expert FR M Finley, Eddie Lindes, Jimny Joya, Frank Bushick, and cultural figures tied to San Antonio events.
Two voluntary bankruptcy petitions were filed Tuesday in the federal district court. Jacob Georg Hornberger, an insurance agent of New Brownsville, reported a net debt total of 30 thousand dollars with listed assets of 24 thousand. Frank Tiekun, a merchant of New Brownels, showed liabilities of twenty one thousand five hundred and twenty-five dollars. Both petitions name creditors and assets, with values reflecting the era’s financial distress.
Fragmentary text references a deputy escort scene and mentions George Bends Sat a runaptie Chon. It hints at jail or prison related activity and a mayoral context but lacks clear names or dates, leaving readers with uncertainties about officials and outcomes.
Searchers recovered no bodies after an accident at Medina Lake where Joseph Edward Kennedy and Erita Moseley disappeared while duck hunting. A feather found near the water’s edge suggested a man’s presence. divers and grappling hooks continued the hunt as a high wind caused the boat to capsize. Kennedy lived at 1425 Hacks Ave and Moseley at 211 Barrett Ave.
Bids invited from bus companies and individuals to haul mail on star routes for the period July 1 1834 to June 30 1995. Proposals must be in writing to the office of the second assistant postmaster general in Washington. Competition limited to Texas Oklahoma Louisiana and Ohio. Deadline 4:00 p.m. January 16. Star routes connect first class offices where train service is unavailable or undesirable.
Gard Bryan announced Tuesday that Boy Scouts at headquarters in Cresdway received a buffalo rifle era relic for their musculoskeletal collection. W. J. Stewart donated a buffalo hunter's gun to the Ute Museum, per Sny Agtonia pollen, preserving historic artifact.
Maury Maverick spoke against a sales tax before the San Antonio Retail Merchants Association at the St Anthony hotel. He urged opposition and urged merchants to discuss alternatives to the proposed levy.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a local notice featuring a woman named Mrs G Lovey with an address 1708 Droadway in King. The readable portions mention a sale, purchase and possible legal or civil action, but many words are garbled, leaving unclear outcomes or dates.
Judge McArory granted a temporary injunction restraining Enon Church of the Ninety-Four District from borrowing against church property. Susie E. Johnson filed the petition alleging December meeting authorized deacons to convey rights to loan at least ten thousand on church grounds valued at 159.00. The plea seeks to halt further borrowing and disruption of church services. hearing set for November 13.
Customs officials announced in San Antonio that brokers must now pass standard examinations to handle imports. The new tests, held in recent weeks, require brokers to know established customs regulations and show proficiency before representing import firms at U S borders.
Major Cohes is slated to be the keynote speaker for Armistice Day at the Anthony Hotel Wednesday noon. O D Coheo Wil will serve as master of ceremonies, with Ed Lovelace directing and a local orchestra providing musical interludes.
A skid on a slick road west of Von Ormy caused two vehicle accidents injuring seven occupants near Fredericksburg. Farmer M. F. Flowers, 40, sustained a scalp wound and required stitches at Robert B. Green hospital. K J Perry and Charles Couch were uninjured. seven Mexican cotton pickers in the truck were slightly hurt.
The Mesion Players present The Eligible Mr Bangs and 3 Diamonds a melodrama at Incarnate Word College auditorium Tuesday November 7 and Our Lady of the Lake College auditorium Wednesday November 8 Proceeds support destroyed chapels in the Valley run by the Oblate Fathers Casts include Eunice Williams Zola Catsin Patti Wood Garry Chalkley Caldwell More in 32 Diamonds and Lucile Fer edson Inez Diel man Fred Gellman Edwin Tohratn Thomas Conroy directs with Fred Cojlman
Two bandits robbed a man on Dallas Street and Lexington Avenue, taking money and fleeing after a pistol threat. Constable Tibal Dickinson pursued, but the assailants escaped down several blocks. Isbel joined the chase but could not catch them.
Police report details a burglary at the Mid-Way Service Station located at 1802 Nogalitos Streets early Tuesday morning. Thieves escaped with undisclosed loot after breaking in, prompting a patrol response and an investigation by local authorities.
Hooted and spurred but unclear text describes border patrol plans facing doubt as officials in Washington weigh expansion. A customs official notes no official action, while local leaders push for increased authority amid political friction and limited support.
Hugh Milner Campion known as Hugh Compton, 50, prominent Ban An loulan resident, died Monday at his residence 135 Magnolia. Services were held Tuesday at 5 pm at Farther Loring chapel with Rev. Sami Capers officiating. Burial followed in Sedallf cemetery. He had lived in Su Anes for 27 years, came from Monterey, Mexico to open a branch of the Lacoydpang of Monterey, later becoming vice president of Texas State Bank and Trust Company and Whe Cin-Gelim bank. In recent years he ran H. M. Compton & Son real estate firm. He belonged to Epigen eal church and Perfect Union Lodge A. J. & AM. Survived by aunt Helen Compton, daughter Helen Rosa, sons Munson and Hugh M. Jr., five brothers Herbert, Sanford, Agus, Guy, George, and sister Mrs. Katie Gordon.
Del Rio attorney Ben P. Foster, recently named fist assistant to U S District Attorney W R Smith Jr, will handle most criminal work for the joint office. Smith said Foster, successful in private practice, will represent the district attorney’s staff in Waco at a Gingeesson court there.
Lions International founder and secretary general A Melvin Jones will be guest of honor at the Lions Club weekly meeting Wednesday noon at the Gunter hotel. Local officers plan a breakfast and a noon armistice program featuring Brig Gen Rowland. Fort Las Howston flag presentation by Thomas Jefferson High School corps.
A San Antonio branch of Friends of the Soviet Union will host a meeting at 1181 South Alama Street tonight. BiKteeth anblyerspyy of Linn will discuss Sixteen Years of Nan-Reengaliimy Onde Adyarten of Bocintiat.
A school plans a two performance week event to raise funds for its welfare budget. Students present A Deep Sea Romance with mermaids and other performers. Mrs Mat Brysmt coordinates acting while CV Bail explains proceeds support lunch assistance for less fortunate peers.
A man reported a prowler stole his trousers from his room Monday night and he notified authorities. Frances Harvey, Lamar school cafeteria head, said several meal tickets were taken from the cafeteria and some candy was eaten.
United States Marshal Me Wamara reported Judge Boynton of the El Paso division improved after a serious incident. The veteran jurist spoke with Me Wamara during a weekend in El Paso, noting the progress and stating his condition is much better and potential for work this season remains.
A Baptist communion service is announced at Christincharel Church with Pastor De. Floyd Antin Evans of Los Angeles leading a revival. The meetings run through the week with three conversions reported from Monday night.
A carnival arrived with over 200 people and set up quarters in an unnamed city venue. The show will open next season with plans to stage performances locally and celebrate with a gala event.
A fragmented notice shows residents petitioning city officials for drainage improvements on a street. City commissioners will consider the request at an upcoming meeting. clerk and secretary are listed in the sparse text.
The Ninety fourth district court ruled that an ordinance requiring a permit for mayoral exhibitions was void. Forty four walkers and 18 guards surrendered to police after a prior injunction, with bondsmen arguing they are not responsible for principals’ actions.
A heart health committee meeting of the Bai Alamo chamber of commerce was held at the Plug hotel with Dr Thomas Darbands presiding.
A garbled OCR snippet mentions Santa Monica and New York City with scattered names and political hints. It references a possible obituary note for a person named Chad and other unclear items. The readable fragments are insufficient for a coherent events summary.
City officials tackle a wave of noise complaints from residents and businesses. Commissioner Bushwick cites dozens of calls praising the crackdown while framing a broader plan to curb loud music, sirens, and late night revellers within the city. An investigation and enforcement steps will follow, with legal avenues to address violators.
John B. Bierson admitted to bail in a bond case linked to $500,000 in government bonds. Morrow, indicted with Cunningham and Bonner for receiving and concealing bonds and conspiracy, posted bonds totaling $6,000 in Ninety-fourth District Court. ten co defendants remain ineligible for bond.
General Hugi S Johnson of the NRA comments from Minneapolis during a midwestern trip. He says prices, policies, and administration actions appear to be improving and meet promised aims. He notes all Lugo measures seem satisfactory and anticipates steady progress ahead.
A local man, C. F. Williams, was charged with assault in connection with the Alsbury attack. Police report indicate two witnesses and a weapon were involved. The incident occurred Tuesday near the Alsbury area, details filed at the county court with further proceedings pending.
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