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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1932
Page
6
Edith Wilcor, former treasurer of the American Legion Auxiliary, pleaded guilty in circuit court to embezzling auxiliary funds. She faces sentencing on October 15 after prosecutors alleged theft totaling 12,300 dollars, with charges centered on two items amounting to 450 dollars.
In Stockholm yesterday Greta Garbo and the Prince of Wales were in the same area but did not meet. A local newspaper printed an elaborate account with imaginary details of their introduction, though the encounter never occurred.
An advertisement touts Ford's Black-Draught as a inexpensive laxative option with a 25-dose package priced at about 25 cents. It markets refreshing relief from constipation troubles and claims broad consumer preference among men and women.
Social events story covers dinners and luncheons honoring brides elect Miss Imogene Shannon and Miss Sally Giffen, a Bright Shawl Tea Room opening led by Mrs William M. Wolf, and many gatherings at Randolph Field Plaza Hotel and private homes. It follows hosts, guests, attire, and table decor across multiple days in October.
Fragmentary advertisement copy notes 666 LIQUID TABLETA SALVE claiming to treat colds fever and headaches. Mentions new formula and Bounty savings but readable details are sparse and unclear about efficacy or usage.
One killed and another badly injured when a Lake Shore Electric baggage express car overturned twice on a curve near Woodville Fremont. Conductor Don Soldineer, 55, believed killed. Motorman William Blitz, 49, with chest and leg injuries.
Tolorest to third annual campaign of the San Antonio Civic Music association peaked at a Monday dinner at the Gunter hotel attended by 125 officers, directors and workers. Hugh A. J. Halff presided. Herbert W. Cost spoke as Civic Concert Service rep. Members can transfer cards and use them for concerts in other cities. Headquarters remain in the Gunter hotel army room with special phones installed. Membership drive continues with an event Saturday at 10 p m and new memberships accepted thereafter.
A police dispatcher received a strange call described as a child’s cry for help. Officers traced the call to the residence of N. J. Hays and found the boy had eaten a patio while his mother spanked him, prompting the investigation.
Former governor of the Sudan Golph Slatin Pasha died in Vienna at age 75. His health declined rapidly following an operation for stomach trouble about a month earlier.
Crown Prince Michael's visit to his mother Princess Helen in London is cut short by Carol of Romania who threatens she will not allow him to see his mother again. The Daily Mail quotes her accusing former Duchess of persecution and bad faith as the king faces public sympathy.
Fourteen thousand unpaid Chicago teachers urged the board of education to close public schools until banks fund salary payments. They argued they cannot pay fares to reach schools or cover trunk and training costs, highlighting widespread financial distress among educators.
New York October 4 Henry Moore the juror who triggered the federal trial of United States Senator James J Davis faced a fine of 100 dollars and five days in jail for contempt of court. Moore was removed from the jury and sentenced after attempting to influence the defense.
Colombia signals potential conflict with Peru. Government orders students in Buenos Aires to return home and prepare for military service as tensions rise amid a letters incident and official warnings.
A vintage health ad urges readers to consider causes of fatigue and suggests a tonic to restore red blood cells and heme globin content. It promotes a product sold in drug stores with two week treatment options and emphasizes affordability and efficiency.
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