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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1949
Page
5
Opening day of the Oblate Centennial at De Mazenod School marked by a torch light procession and sermon by Bishop A Vordan. The one hundredth anniversary features a mission exhibit, open for two days, highlighting the arrival of the first members of the order in Texas.
A San Antonio reader credits Baker's Hair Tonic with ending years of dandruff and embarrassment. The ad-like item promotes the tonic as effective, urging readers to ask local stores and barbers for Baker's product while citing satisfaction and refunds.
In Portland Maine a 16 year old girl, Katherin B. Furbish, was shot in the chest during a quarrel with her boyfriend over a revolver he held to his head. Police described it as potentially accidental. the boy, unnamed, was sent home with orders to bring his parents for questioning. Furbish, Port Hill High sophomore, was found dying at her home in a nightgown and bed jacket.
Headache relief promoted with BC formula available in powder or tablet form. Claims rapid action from multiple pain relievers, suitable for simple headaches neuralgic pain and minor muscle aches. Emphasizes trustworthiness and safety with use as directed. Two tabs equal one powder. 0c and 250.
Three armed men held Charles T. L. Renaud head of Wes Texas Oil and Royalty Co. and his wife, daughter, guest, and maid captive in their home at 755 for over an hour. They bound victims with adhesive tape and escaped with about $15,000 in jewelry and photography gear including a diamond bracelet, rings, cameras, and a necklace.
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