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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1937

Page

7

Early Texas mural theme of Youngblood due back from trip

Former board of education president Youngblood was expected to return Saturday from a business trip to Cin City St Louis and Washington. A New York store manager was robbed. Thomas McGarthy, a shoe store manager, was held up and pursued by the thief, who vanished with 2412 dollars.

Youngblood Board of Education Cin- Silaeit St. Louis Washington New York Thomas 4 McGarthy Met Bet Tie Repuer

Wright Case Hearing Set in Glendale California

The preliminary hearing for Paul Wright on charges of murdering his wife and friend Johny Rimmel was scheduled in Glendale California. The hearing before Police Judge Frank Lowe started at noon with the district attorney aiming to bind the 8-year-old airport president over for trial while Wright’s lawyer Jenny Geisler said his client would not testify.

Glendale Calif Paul Wright Johny Rimmel U. S Frank Lowe Wright Jenny Geisler

Earth Slide May Be Blown Up Near Riverside Drive

The Los Angeles board of public works considers dynamiting the Grand View point earth slide if it continues. Thousands of tons have slipped since October 28 above Riverside Drive, threatening traffic. Only one outside lane may stay open while authorities decide on removal by sections and dumping the material.

Los Angeles Elysion Park

Mural Artist Howard Cook to Start San Antonio Fresco Project

Howard Cook, a New Mexico artist, is commissioned to design fresco murals for the new San Antonio post office foyer. He will begin full scale drawings this Thursday, with actual painting starting next winter, a project slated to take three years. Cook’s wife Barbara Lathan will assist. the murals span six feet high and run along two walls, totaling 74 feet in length, with end walls of about 20 feet. The range covers from the era of Spanish conquerors to the present, including a depiction of the fall of the Alamo.

Howard Cook New Mexico New Postoffice Waxtet San Antonis Cook Barbara Lathan New York Washington San Antonio Alamo

Envoy Will Snub British Nazi Talks

London reports Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain said talks between Adolf Hitler and Viscount Halifax would not be negotiations and that Britain’s ambassador to Berlin would not attend. Hitler and Halifax were to confer tomorrow at Berchtesgaden estate.

London Neville Chamberlain House of Commons Adolf Hitler Viscount Halifax Council Berlin Hitler Halifax Fuchrec Berchtesgaden

Japan claims Kashing captured as China line breaks

War dispatches from Bitanghal report Japanese forces seizing the walled city of Kashing, a key Chinese defensive point, with heavy fighting continuing nearby. Chinese officials warn civilians to evacuate Nanking while U S citizens consider evacuation options. German advisers meanwhile withdraw as belief grows Japan will seize Nanking within weeks.

Bitanghal Kashing Hindenburg Bhanghal Bonchow Main Pont Nanking Obeni China Mie Yellow River Tsinantu Shantung Province Pane United States Japan Shanghai North China Peiping INS Tie

Notable Visitors at Local Hotel Gatherings

Salvador Valencia a construction engineer from Torreal Mexico and several prominent guests are in the area. James Foy of the Hotel McAlpin New York and Major Bill Long Dallas Municipal Airport manager are among travelers registered at the Gunter. Also present are Mrs HLM Hayward and Mrs Pat Milmo, with ties to California and Mexico, staying for pleasure or business.

Salvador Valencia Torreal Mexico Anthony Hole James §. Foy iHotel McAlpin New York Plaza Hlm. Hayward Heyward Sid California Nere Bill Long Dallas

Labor Leaders Dredge Links Ailleroodught On Texas Lake

Minneapolis dispatch reports a labor leader Patrick J Corcoran shot dead near his home as two men flee. Governor Benson offers 500 reward for arrests. Corcoran’s son says attackers summoned by two men fled after the shooting. Police search for suspects amid fear of rising violence in labor circles. In Dalbas, a new 31,973 hydraulic dredge sank at Kite Rock Lake, hindering cleanup and prompting plans to drain and restart removal of debris.

Minneapolis Patrick J. Gorcaran Elmer A. Benson Patrick J. Corcoran Jr Jim Wnién Hla A.C. Culbertson Corcarayy’s Tell Polivs Menrby Oro Jahor Dalbas Unni Kite Rock Lake Snk

Oil Estimate for Nation Slashed

In Washington on November 16 the Bureau of Mines cut its daily average supply estimate for domestic crude. The forecast lowers the November daily average by 17 700 barrels from prior estimates but projects 941 200 barrels more than December 1930 actual production and 48 percent above the domestic demand for that month.

Washinglon Bureau of Mines

Man Blind in One Eye Best Driver

San Angelo reports Harold Graves calling Truck Driver G. J. Chappel the best driver after he scored 07 on driving tests. The article notes Chappel, who is blind in one eye, being recognized for his skill.

San Angelo Harold Graves G. J. Chappel Qchappel

Week of Nov 16 sees drop in construction awards

Engineering News Record reports a 21 percent decline in total awards for the week ended November 16 from the year earlier period. Private construction fell 93 percent while public awards dropped 15 percent, according to the publication.

New York Engineering News Record

Money-Back Gland Tablet Promise Ad

An ad touts a gland tablet named Glendace promising vigorous health and rapid recovery from tiredness and various ailments. It claims exhaustive tests, a 36 day treatment priced at $340, and a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Availability claimed at chain drug stores nationwide.

Creomulsion Promises Quick Cough and Cold Relief

A vintage advertisement touts Creomulsion as a complete cough remedy for chest colds and bronchial irritation. It claims products blend Beechwood Creosote with herbal extracts to soothe mucous membranes and loosen phlegm, offering a money back guarantee if no relief from the first bottle.

Bornewaggen Dale

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