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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1936

Page

3

Wollison to attempt transatlantic flight from Brooklyn

Australian flyer Mollison announced plans to depart October 17 from Brooklyn for a London area airstrip, aiming a 17 hour sub stratosphere crossing to Croydon. He may seek new records, then consider a London to South Africa flight or near equator world circumnavigation, following links to Amy Johnson and Beryl Markham aviation histories.

London J. A. ‘Mollison Fiora ‘Bennett England South Africa Equator Achfson Amy Johnson Mall Bra

Two Jefferson Grads to Ohio College

Two Thomas Jefferson High School graduates will enter Antioch College, Yellow Springs Ohio this term. Bertrand M. Harding of 116 West Hollywood Avenue and R Gaston Scott of 211 Bushwell Avenue are listed by the college as accepted entrants.

Jefferson Ohio College Sen Antonians Thomas Jefferson High School Antioch College Yellow Springs Ohio Bertrand M. Harding West Hollywood Avenue R. Gaston Scott Birs. Clayton Scott Bushvell Avenue

Outside poets vie in Landon campaign song contest

Out-of-town singers from 19 Texas cities compete in The Light contest for Alfred Landon campaign songs to the tune of Oh Susanna. Charles Hen Davis of Austin wins daily $10, with more $10 prizes daily through October 12 and national prizes up to $1000. Entries from Austin, Benavides, Blanco, Boerne, Columbus, Fredericksburg, Freer, Goldfinch, Herlingen, Kerrville, Los Fresnos, Luling, McAllen, Pearsall, San Benito, San Marcos, Sinton, Skidmore, and Waco.

Landon Ear- Haign Stephen Foster the Light Alfred M. Landon Stephen ¥Oeter Hearst Moviepapers Yean Escap San Antonio Persia Susanna Landon Carpaign San Adelanio Light An Antonis Texas

Campaign Song Praises Landon For President Hope

A campaign song extols Alf Landon as the man to lead the nation from Washington. It argues current spending is wasteful and praises Landon as a friend to common people with vision and common sense. The chorus urges Americans to cheer for Landon as the solution.

Tle Kansas Washington Landon Treasury Alf Landon

International and national views on economy and society

Foreign observers warn Europe trends toward extremes while middle paths falter. American thinker argues production for use opposes capitalism, imagining primitive living. Iowa senator criticizes lack of ministry and moral uplift in church leadership amid economic reform. Hollywood figure warns men about hats with birds and bold fashion shocks.

Claim Steel to Hire by Union Chief in Pittsburgh

Philip Murray, head of the steel workers organizing committee, predicted United States Steel would grant wage increases but delayed an official announcement amid efforts to defeat Roosevelt's re-election. He spoke in a 2000 word reply to B F Paltriss, president of Carnegie-Illinois Steel, and told 90,000 ore workers last week there would be no wage cost rise due to earnings and past due dividends.

Pittsburgh Gent Philip Murray Steel Workers United States Steel Corporation Roosevelt Woo B. FP. Palrtess U.S. Steel Carnegie-finds Walness

Spanish Queen Aravel Nus Arrives as Royal Ailments Rise

In New York Sep 170 Vier forin Hugenié arrives with Infante Beatriz to visit her son Alfonso at Medical Center hospital after his eleventh blood transfusion in three weeks. Court action looms as Alfonso’s wife Edsimira seeks alimony orders before the prince is moved beyond reach of the law.

New York Hugenié Spain Aday Infante Beatriz Alfoaso Alfonse Edsimira’ de Ballon Aland

Resinol Ointment Promises Soothing Skin Relief

An advertisement touts Resinol Ointment as a night treatment for eczema itching and irritation of the skin. It claims the oily base penetrates outer layers, aids healing, and that Resinol soap speeds effects. notes Reginol as a related product and suggests buying at drug stores with an address in Baltimore.

Humble Company backs policy of continua l improvement

Humble Company reinforces its commitment to continuous improvement as new automotive enthusiasts arise. Humble technicians observe evolving skills among the workforce and stress diligent adaptation to emerging technologies.

Humble Exhibit at Central Centennial Dallas Fair

Invites readers to a Humble Exhibit at the Central Centennial Exposition in Dallas. Woven scenes recall Texas history including battles and events such as the Battle of the Alamo and Santa Anna’s capture, with a focus on legends and stories told by the rocks of Texas.

Carter Humble Texas Dallas Dinramis Alamo Sante Anna Mier Sabine Pass Colonel Goodnight

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