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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1927

Page

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Ruth St Denis and Ted Shawn Praise L A Dancers

Ruth St Denis and Ted Shawn lauded Los Angeles ballet talents after a public audition at the Mw Pak Auditorium. They praised Laura and Edward Beller as the best dancers seen, while noting five young dancers died early, underscoring the fragile path to professional success.

Ruth St. Denis Ted Shawn L. A Tel Shawn Dices San Antonis Laura Edward Beller Mw Pak Auditorium Rte

Baker's Cocoa Preparation Tip For Easy Drink

A brief cooking note describes making a cocoa drink by combining four tablespoons of cocoa with one cup of cold water in a saucepan. The mixture is stirred over heat until smooth and allowed to boil.

Trade and crime notes from a bustling market page

A jumble of stock prices and warnings on market risk follows with brisk mention of steel prices and borrowing rates for speculators. The police report details William Schumacher’s murder case, with brutal family history and accusations of infidelity. Separately a ballet tryout in San Antonio praises Catherine Porter and Miss Denis, highlighting youthful promise and dance potential.

Winder Points Munition Needs

Assistant Secretary Trainor and Secretary MacNider address the National Association of Manufacturers about critical munitions shortages. They warn of a six to nine month gap after conscription ends, risking a helpless army, and urge a Congress funded munitions program similar to coast fortifications to bridge the gap and sustain the reserve.

Trainor MacNider War Department Tyte Foley Xnitaal Comven National Association of Manufacturers Sve Notioe Alac Nider Sai MacMider Congress Enilicott Board

Timespoon Loses Main Marriage Halt Incident

A mother halted her daughter's intended marriage here Tuesday prompting sheriff's office involvement. A 17 year old girl reportedly attempted suicide with poison on Wednesday, with a 17 year old youth from a nearby town and the couple held until parents arrived. The girl was said to be in a serious condition.

James Stevens

Pullman Through Service Inaugurated to Border Route

Announcement by assistant general passenger agent Tom Hood that a new Pullman service will operate from San Antonio to Brownsville along the Southern Pacific, extending the S. S. line from Harringen to Brownsville. Freight traffic over the route was charted on Oct. 25.

334th Beg Laid by Champion Hen

Cory Poultry Department of Oregon State College notes the cision egg layer of the United States. The year's contest will end tonight Thursday, but yesterday GA Barcel Etzwourh Rock hen went over the top with her performance.

Cory Poultry Department Oregon Btale College Han Barcel Etzwourh

St Denis GiesMual Views on Marriage and Dance

Miss St Denis discusses marriage as partnership and independence after forty years. She argues balance between competing forces preserves relationships while exploring dancing as emotional expression rather than mere technique, noting more audiences now appreciate classical dance and its discipline.

Marriat A Darby Joan Sfink Skut Miss St. Denis Abe Ani St. Denis Jay Dennis

West Commerce and Flores Streets Rebranded as Boulevards

Acting Mayor Phil Wright announced Wednesday that parts of West Commerce and Flores Streets have been renamed to boulevards as part of the city’s boulevard system. The new markers extend from Military worn to the city limits and toward South Plope Street, with plans for further upgrades along the corridor.

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Miss Evangeline Frank Wins Prize at Texas Theater

Miss Evangeline Frank won a $1 prize in a Marion Davies double who resembles contest at the Light and Texas Theater. She is from 600 1 2 West Euclid Ave and can claim the prize at the theater office. Photographs were taken by Coves Studio among many contestants including Mrs A K Murrin, Miss Jo Allen, Flo Lewis, and others.

Marion Davies Evangeline Frank Een Atlonia Wernon Davies Tight Texas’ Theater Marion Euclid Avenue Coves Studio Miss. Frank A. K. Murrin Jo Allen Flo Lewis B. Davis Geneveve Larson Irene Baylor Eleanor Werner Claire McCown Vivian Walkey Jeune Helen Marwan Dorothy Ailes Tube Duncan Minn Oubre Marr Blinkens

Roosevelt era teapot dome inquiry continues to probe leases

Anosevelt explains DEA and Teapot Dome questions as witnesses discuss a possible lease. Vall hints at secrecy while Helms, Fall, and others face inquiries about Edwin Denby Theodore Roosevelt and oil deals. Fort Worth telegram cited as evidence of policy talks and bids.

Vall Singiair -Vyunret Helms New York Lexan' Vavitie Coat and Oil Company Edwin Denby Navy Theodore Roosevelt ELC Finney Interior Teapot Dome Apel Fall Bin Three Rivers N. AL Fort Worth Ball Ne Huth Sinclair

Bexar Club Rally Friday Promotes Agriculture Extension Work

A rally at the municipal auditorium Friday at 6 o clock features the Bexar Club Girls and Boys as they join county extension activities led by County Agent Fred W. Malley and Miss Ida N. Eternalde. The event includes a city tour and admission priced at $20.

Bexar Club Bexar Fred Ww. Malley Mise Ida N. Eternalde Monicipal

Fort Worth Court Clears Room in Conner Trial

In Fort Worth on October 26, cheers bloomed as detective Harry Conner faced trial for alleged crimes linked to a July flogging. The judge ordered spectators out after defense witness Tom Glenk denied ties to the Ku Klux Klan and cross-examination touched on Conner’s alibi.

Fort Worth Harry Conner Conner Morris ‘Straves First Baptist Cluizch Ot Fort Worth J. Frank Norris Nosr's Chinps Tom Glenk Conter Glenk Strausg Connex Kulux Klan Warne Fudge George B. Hosey Epiautual Court Guarty Morrie Straluss Gleck Cross-Questorer C.M. Beatty Brenuss Beatty

Alaskan Volcanoes Show No New Activity

Anchorage reports no new volcanic activity on the Alaska Peninsula following the quake, with officials noting the aftermath remains under observation. No significant changes were observed at the volcanoes since the earthquake.

Anchorage Alaska Alaska Peninsula Mohdas

Nujol promoted as safe system cleanse

An advertisement claims Nujol cleanses the system by absorbing body poisons and waste matter, carrying them out without being absorbed itself. It asserts no drugs or medicine, no irritation, and suitability for various conditions, promoted by Standard Oil Company of New Jersey.

Chemical Products Division

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