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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1936

Page

15

Catholics to Lead Campaign Against Communism Worldwide

In New York on November 24 the Catholic Daughters of America opened an international campaign against communism. About 200,000 members in North America aim to enroll 100,000 more women. The effort has papal blessing from Pope Pius XI and praise from Cardinal Hayes for mobilizing Catholic women to oppose atheistic subversion.

New York Catholic Daughters of America North America Pius XI Cardinal Hayes Catholic Church Catholic Womanhood

Jurors Sound Alike Goer to Honolulu Transfer

Tames H Wand customs clerk at Tred notified of transfer to Honolulu to become customs inspector there.

Goer Honolulu Tames H. Wand Tred

Hodges and Hodges Drawn as Jurors in County Case

Wudge McColhim Burnett of County Court at Law No 1 believed he had one or Robert J Ripley Tuesday. Of 18 who reported for a jury two were named Hodges. A six member panel from 38 included Ver ner Hodges J A Hodges and Sam Hodges. The Hodges were not related and had never met. Names were drawn from a jury wheel of about 40 000.

Wudge McColhim Burnett County Court At Law No 1 Robert J Ripley Hodge Hodges Tey Vernor Hodges J. A. Hodges Sam Hodges Tandam

Yule Tree Contest Opens December With City Support

The City Federation of Women's Clubs and San Antonio Public Service sponsor a Christmas tree contest starting in December. Local firms industries and residents may compete for the title of most beautiful tree. Mrs C J Matthews is the president and Mrs Willis Keller chairs the sponsor committee.

City Federation of Women's ‘Clubs San Antonio Public Service Company C. J. Matthews Willis Keller

Conscience Leads to True Confession

Frankie Forbes admitted to five robberies after confessing to Detective John Sheridan. He provided names, addresses, and entry methods, hoping to prove his handiwork. Forbes cited a troubled conscience and sleepless nights as his motive. Previously, seven years ago, he faced a Boston conviction for attempted robbery and attempted murder.

New York Frankie Forbes Forbes John Sheridan Boston

Simpson Bakes Cake as Cold Keeps Guests Indoors

London reports Mrs Wallis Simpson baked a chocolate cake for King Edward as fog and bitter cold kept guests indoors at Fort Belvedere. The king praises her cooking and meals, while preparations for a royal engagement include a ring from Cartier valued at about 75000 dollars. Opponents warn against intervention in the divorce. royal proctor has said he will not interfere except in extreme cases.

Mrs. Simpson Quetn Mary Edward Duchess of Lancaster Canterbury York Matt Tonton Sketch Today Mra. Simpson Ernest Simpson Collee

Governor Lenient Frees Chicago Jean Valjean

In Lansing Michigan Governor Fitzgerald pardons Howard Pulger, the Chicago Jean Valjean, commuting a 20 year term and returning him to work. Pulger left prison 20 years prior and surrendered voluntarily to await the decision, with the governor praising rehabilitation and social reintegration.

Chicago Jean Valjean Lansing Mich Fitzgerald Howard Pulger Mulger Michigan Fitegerain

Turkey Hunt Turns Silent as Firemen Debrief

In Quincy a large turkey evaded capture after alarming neighbors and drawing a fire crew to supervise rooftop pursuits. The bird fled multiple houses as residents and volunteers organized a nonlethal pursuit before finally bringing it under control. Meanwhile a Treasury report shows receipts and expenditures across several measures with debt and gold assets noted.

Turkey Quincy Mass Samuel Mex Sam Iaddas

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