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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1928
Page
8
Lady Duff Gordon brands talks of shorter skirts as bunk and predicts women will soon favor trousers. An artist’s conception illustrates the proposed fashion shift and the titled designer's stance on the trend.
Plans from San Antonio Saddle Club to build what could be the longest bridle path in the South. City commissioners back extending existing routes by six to seven miles to link with Union area, aiming for near forty miles of paths. Local riders and clubs anticipate a major regional riding network across Benekeneidre and adjacent property.
London fashion notes report that a top designer says women will adopt trousers as a lasting fashion shift. Gertrude Lady Decies cites new styles and confidence among younger women, predicting a move away from skirts in the coming era.
City commission to buy meat and other provisions for November. A contract with Mission Provialon company secured fresh meat at 13 cents and rackets for maintenance and sweeping rooms. Prices include coal at $12.50 a dozen and related supplies for the maintenance department.
The San Antonio Club of Applied Psychology invites the public to a Monday night talk in the chamber of commerce assembly room. Mrs. Agnes Jackson Warehe will present on the evolution of woman, discussing its impact on psychology and society.
City appropriates money to cover the purchase of two years ago for Diguality parks. The funds will bond the Penral-Triut company to cover the note’s principal and interest of 3 XK.
Aunt Evgie cautions Joan to keep quiet about a young man as they gossip in a mirror lit room. The scene reveals family tensions and warnings about revealing secrets to protect reputations, with a tense exchange about discretion and fate.
A San Antonio merchant reported 30 hats missing after a bail incident at a men’s hat shop. The item was linked to a dine event on Guindalupe Street and involved an operator named Fermanda Moreno. Police investigated possible suspects amid evidence of theft from a cloakroom.
A three year old, Jane Tate, accidentally swallowed a tea pot spout and required hospital care. Doctors at Robert B. Green Hospital removed the spout after an urgent exam, preventing further harm to the child.
A fragment indicates a city tax payment of 18.79 dollars related to a purchase or transaction. The text references a Monday payment and city commission involvement. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR but actions point to an official tax collection or adjudication process.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls 20th century wages in San Antonio with clerks earning $25 monthly and laborers around a dollar daily. It notes cheap living, limited rations, and older trucks hauling goods, reflecting hard times and evolving costs in a community memory piece.
Article recounts a United States mint $5 piece with large and small eagle tails, bought by Samuel Sikora of 5 East Commerce Street from a stranger. It notes the coin’s rarity, the year 9, and the inscription United States of America. Mrs Tucker Moat, visiting Urgan, returns to the city.
Wille Candin sleet, Monkiy was dead after a night incident. Villareal, 48, was arrested and charged in court with fatally stabbing neighbor Cait near their homes on 226 Winning. Canty died en route to hospital. police report a heated dispute led to the assault.
Furlong, described as a road expert, gains national attention through a San Antonio chamber report and correspondence. The piece notes a trend in highway guidance between Austin and his home region, with a state highway department cameral effort compiling all satianat highway data for motorists.
A man faced a $10 fine after being stopped by Hudson officials who questioned him over marijuana possession. Testimony indicated a 15 cent purchase. a local witness said the item was bought for that amount. The court assessed the fine.
The Health Society of Bexar County will hear delegate reports from the sixth conference of the International Trian Against hy herculosis held recently in flame. Dr. Firnee served as a delegate, representing the Texas Moblie Wealth association and the National Unbereniezis association, with exec secretary George MW Cran outlining committee meetings and outcomes.
Nellie Ward, a featured dancer, declines a proposed engagement with Pantages theater in Los Angeles because she cannot bring her mother to California. She has previously appeared in San Antonio with multiple offers on the table and is deciding whether to enter the footlights.
Police Monday pursued suspects in a double assault case involving Tricarna Pema, 10, struck near San Jacinto and Fi base streets, and Roberto Rodriguez, injured near Durango and Concho streets. An unidentified man attacked the first child and a stranger struck the second victim.
An OCR fragment lists residents including Midge W.S. Fly of 109 Ashby Mace Edward Bremtel 1X0 West Bam wit nave Walter Wollsall A21 West Cy wresn Street Frank Brornins 4193 Mision Street Merman Jasini 542 Arbor Place, October 2.
Three men injured in a chain of crashes after J K Sherrail of 1203 Agarln Rirect lost control near North Laredo and VecesIrvils. A wrecker from On Tradiator Co collided with the car, pinning George Nevis 25 and injuring him. Sherrod and Gene Wroten 42 aided, Norris sent to hospital. further wreckers caused additional blows during attempts to free the cars.
Maj. Sh ds B. Jones of the Fifteenth Field Artillery directs a department of agriculture demonstration at Fort Sam Houston to show farmers how to hitch and drive teams. Brig Gen A T Dowles supports the program with local cooperation. Farmers are urged to bring comments for testing and improvement.
Dean A J Kyle of Texas A and M College told members of the Chamber of Commerce that the San Antonio area holds vast untapped land and agricultural potential. He cited crops, shipping figures, and regional wealth projections while predicting agriculture will remain the region’s dominant industry for 80 to 100 years.
The Hoover Women sponsors a luncheon to be held Saturday at the Gunter Hotel. The luncheon will include a program with a panel being and a short musical program. Reservations may be made by contacting the club's headquarters in the Milami building.
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