Legion prepared to light city for convention parade
Myriad work in progress to dress the city in holiday glow for the upcoming Legion convention. Thirty thousand feet of pennants and 6,000 electric lights will illuminate streets and buildings from Central to Commerce avenues. Flags will hang across the main corridors as Americans and Allied colors brighten the downtown area and residential blocks.
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Pennsylvania delegates to Almertet Legion convention opening
The Pennsylvanian reports the tenth annual Almertet Legion convention opening in Philadelphia on Monday October 8. Delegates from San Antonio attended two years ago and now the Pennsylvanians push for Dr. Charles T. Gilden Jr. to be elected to a national post. About 400 regionnaires and 300 special trains plus 160 buses are planned for the gathering.
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Magnates Will Barrs Dally Sister Warfar Toft’s Fortune
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Legion Convention News Ties Up Page Six Reference
Other American Legion convention news will be found on page 6 of this section.
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66 Miles Per Gallon Advertisement Claims
An advertisement feature touts 66 miles per gallon of gas and promotes a device labeled Vipar Moisture Gna Saver and urban Wiminator for various engines. It mentions Waller Critchley of Wheaton and references potential earnings from state agencies, with figures toward $206 to $1000 per month amid promotional claims.
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Windshields to Invite Legionnaires
Windshields to invite Legionnaires as stickers are issued to decorate cars for the American Legion convention in San Antonio. G Ray Davis, chairman of the automobiles committee, says at least 150 automobiles will be needed daily to transport guests to entertainments teas and dinners, stage events, and other army events.
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Army and Navy recruiters attract crowds at information bureau
World War era readers report heavy foot traffic at a local Army and Navy recruiting office on Mouston and Alamo streets. People ask about meals, coats, travel to Mexico, and details of battles while officers try to answer, though some seek gossip or broader guidance beyond recruitment questions.
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Campaign Pledge Drives For Army Fund Reaches 310650
A campaign meeting reported 310,650.25 raised toward the Army fund with plans to raise 38,000 more. Campaign general Theodore Frederick urged continuation of the fundraiser, noting the drive would proceed in Snow Anonia with weekly targets and public updates.
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King Guarded From Plotters Amid Albanian Tension
Vienna dispatches report a plot against King Zog of Albania has triggered a near barricade of Tirana. Police surround the palace as authorities probe a broad conspiracy. Eleven persons are said to have been executed in the market town of Dyarzo in connection with the alleged plot.
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Mexico to Deport 18 Chinese Mafia Chiefs for Crimes
Universal Service reports Mexico plans to deport eighteen alleged Chinese mafia leaders amid a crackdown on drug trafficking and murder. Authorities state the chiefs face charges of trafficking in drugs and involvement in murders.
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Legion Needs One School For Dormitory Use
The board of education considered limiting Legion housing for the convention to one senior school instead of ten, after chairman Tealph Wi. Nee lands suggested reducing the number. Frank Davies said the Main Avenue buildings likely suffice, with a formal request to be made Tuesday.
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Stars of Legion Rodeo to Appear on Theater Stage
Stars who entered the World's Championship rodeo and will perform at the Texas theater during the American Legion Convention will be introduced from the stage and later noted to radio audiences on Station KITSA. Entering names include Vick Shelton Mike Uastrogs Jim Cussey Nowater Slim Morgan Hens red Alvord Shorty Reed Bob Crosby Fred Bristow and Mabel Strickland.
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L A Women Legion Workers Meet to Hear Reports
The general meeting for all women who arranged the national convention of the Afierlein Legion auxiliary will be at First Baptist Church auditorium at 10 a m Wednesday. Mrs Wallow D Wood, executive chair of the committee, and Mrs Hood will address. Major chairmen will read reports. Wear uniforms. photos will be taken.
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US Searchlight Hunts Rum Ships on Detroit River Front
Detroit October 2 giant fencing mounted on a ship deck 9 to deter smugglers is to be tested in an initial trial this week with aid to United States border patrol agents on curbing river border scraggling activities near Cannas.
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Ettlinger to Direct UT Athltics Beginning December First
Dr Ettlinger, professor of mechanics at the University of Texas, will become the new director of athletics at the university. He will assume his duties on December 1, succeeding the present director and bringing a background in mechanical studies to the athletic program.
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