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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1925
Page
8
Dozens of letters arrive as The Light campaign seeks a future creed for San Antonio. Judges from the chamber of commerce will pick a winner, tied to a $500 diamond prize from Alamo Jewelry Company at 81 Alamo Plaza. The closing date and display details are pending.
An inventor plans a shark-proof swimming suit to enable a solo crossing of the Tsushima Strait between Japan and Korea. The swimmer began the voyage but abandoned it after 13 miles to seek convoy protection from sharks.
Mayor John W. Tobin aims to capture the loudest voice title as a campaign bid. A San Antonio event at Dancan Field saw Tobin aboard a Martin bomber while airmen tried to quiet the roaring engines. His voice cut through the noise as the self-starter rumbled to life and three motors surged.
In Shantung Province General Chang Tso-Tin imposes a new tax on Chinese men who retain the long queue hairstyle, levying one dollar per month. The measure is part of a broader crackdown led by local warlords and officials in the region.
An advertisement describes a Boston college devoted to the study of earthquakes and national emergencies. It notes the Engineering Foundation supports information gathering and dissemination on reducing losses of life and property, with a focus on earthquakes as a major hazard.
In a lively chat, Tuime d' Jean laments missing costumes at Costmers as Hallo ween nears. Bessie and Tea exchange disappointment over high prices and seek a quick thrift or do it themselves solution, proposing a quick stop at SoloSSerye for ideas.
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