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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1932

Page

13

Wanderer Hitchhikes Toward Guadalupe River Picnic

In the Boerne hill country frontier, Andy Foster sets out with a roving spirit and small cash. He is found near Warne while a Kensall church group hosts a summer picnic. A passerby supplies sandwiches and a pickle, feeding the hungry traveler as he continues toward the open road.

Boerne Benjamin Franklin Jonn Andy Foster Sounley Warne Guadalupe Taint Kensall Caimey Boller Yas Charitdde Charitdde Church , Teembers Ma Great Financial

Elevator accident and pig contest tale from local paper

An odd clipping describes a pig eating contest and a plan to tour church picnics. It contrasts the claim that Pot irr ate pie crusts with a harrowing elevator incident involving Charles Mays, an electrician at the Majestic Building, who climbed into the shaft after a shift problem on the twelfth floor.

Johneen Potirr Johnson Charles Mays Fie Tose Tessens Plettricians Tielr Chilaan Bull Hays

Elevator chaos and a safety scare at the plant

Frantic warnings to elevator operators echoed as a malfunctioning lift caused a near disaster. A worker glimpsed an incoming car and, in panic, squeezed along the shaft wall while the elevator crushed metal and startled staff. A technician tore off a cover, and management planned a replacement. A separate report notes a mysterious stone dealer incident nearby.

Hays Bays Dinew Sid Lisneak

Unclear Crowd Routine Shocks Dallas Event

A garbled report describes a disruptive scene at a spring gathering near Porters Springs with accusations of improvised acts and a collapsing stage. The text mentions host and manager confusion, electrical issues, and reactions from attendees as they head toward Dallas.

Barbecue Aims to Aid Orphans Home Cause

A local fundraiser barbecue seeks support for orphans in need. Organizers invite the public to attend at 62 Meadten Street, with proceeds benefiting the Orphans’ Haven and related home services.

Memorial Services at Cemetery Plan The Few

Memorial notices outline services for David Jevtey at Apion cemetery with pallbearers Sean Suiving and Fondlich. Funeral rites include a general sprynes ceremony and a brief tribute to the deceased.

David Jevtey Apion Apiin Jain Somni Sean Suiving

Burglaries Tied to Suspect Details in Confession

Eight burglaries linked to the Mangold homicide were outlined in a Wednesday afternoon statement by Edgar Lewis McDonald. He recounted roles by Demack, Bunspach, and Banspach in break ins on the Wetmore road, Yeabmore road, and nearby stores, plus thefts of slot machines and a cafe heist.

George Mangold Edgar Lewis McDoweld Cadwalinder Sbreet McDonald Ed Willsh Atentent Robert B. Green Hospital Delos Finch Demack Istore Goward Street Melrose Street Sheriff's,department McDonald Uhl

Immediate Bonus Payment Backed by Foreign Vets

Veterans of Fondyn Wats of San Antonio urged immediate bonus payments, led by new commander Maury Maverick who cited a last meeting resolution in support. He said the group would work with welfare agencies, seek economic changes to create jobs, and emphasize non political collaboration.

Fondyn Wats San Antonios Maury Maverick Maverick

Cigarette Tax Charge Filed Against Robber

Bam Levin 55 of 411 West Houston Street faces a felony cigarette tax evasion charge. He allegedly used an unauthorized stamp after admitting he bought used stamps for 1 cent per dozen. Investigators from the state comptroller and district attorney led the probe.

Court of Justice of the Peace Joann R. Shook Bam Levin West House Ton Street F. H. Ligarde F. Ny Flores A. J. Goetz

Rate Reductions Granted by Interstate Commerce Commission

The Interstate Commerce Commission approves freight rate cuts on cob meal and to Texas points, effective September 31, and a 60 cent per 100 pounds cut on New Mexico to San Antonio beans, effective October. A. A. Loeffler of Southern Pacific cites the application and specifics for Gulf ports including Corpus Christi.

Texas Horts New Mixro Sim Antonin South Texas Interstate Commerce A. A. Loeffler Southern Pacific Ines Corpus Christi New Mexico San Antonio

Postpone Hearing on Slot Machines in Bexar County

The inquiry before Justice of the Peace J. Onfon into alleged irregularities in slot machine service in Bexar County was postponed to Friday. The Thursday session was adjourned to allow Graver C. Moris, assistant district attorney, to consult with witnesses.

Justice of the Peace J. Onfon Bexar Saunty Graver C. Moris

Former Arizona man dies in Phoenix area

Word of the death and burial of Harry C. Crozier, former owner of the San Antonio Prinking company, has reached friends in Union City. He is survived by his widow, Marie Crozier, and two sons William Crozier of Phoenix and a daughter Mrs. Mable Poston of San Dirgs, California.

Phenix, Ariz Harry C. Crozier Fil San An Faends Unis City Ay Fils Mranne Urlte Croater Ald Nan Williem Crozier Phoenix Wort Mrs Mable Poston San Dirgs Calf

Canopus Club to Hear Dr A F Clark

Canopus Club invites members to an evening program featuring Dr A F Clark and Dr A Melchie Clark. The event at the Conomis club in the Plaga hospital district will include a sorting talk and an entertainment segment with Stella Bramont Aries Hearn Murry Lee Walinch Helen Halley and Arthur Martin.

A. Melchie Clark Conomis Club Plaga Holedal E Stella Bramont Aries Hearn Murry Lee Walinch Helen Halley Arthur Martin Will

Driver Blames Woman in Rum Case at Hearing

Testimony before U S commissioner tied Clement Jolson, taxi driver, to a $500 liquor dispute. Agents described Johnson and a woman known as Ruth delivering packages from a Gallnas Street house, with a yellow whiskey jug found in Johnson's car. Witnesses including other drivers and checkers corroborated late night calls naming Ruth. Bond set after findings of probable cause.

Clement Joanson Jolson United States Gallnas Street Johnson Jonnson F H. Lentz

Dairymen Tour 10 Bexar Ranches in County Visit

Sixty dairymen toured ten ranches in Bexar County on Wednesday to study feeding methods and forage varieties. County agent Pred W Melly and Texas A and M experts E R Eudaly and A T Buth accompanied the group, with assistant W Thompson also present. The morning session at Toudoure Hall on South Flores Street addressed observations from the visit.

Bidly Bexar County Te County Pred W. Melly E R. Eudaly A. Tt. Buth Oo. W. Thompson Toudoure Hall South Flores Street

Three Victims Reported Attacks in Brooksfield

Bergeard Claude R. Whealley of Brooksfield was struck on the head by an unidentified man in the 100 block of South St. Mary's Street and taken to Robert B. Greets hospital for treatment early Thursday. Cema Seal, 22, of 226 Cavalla wreck, was attacked by an unidentified woman on San Marro Street and taken to the hospital. Freddie Will, 22, of 320 Delgada Street, was treated after an attack in the 499 block of East Crockell Street.

Bergeard Claude R. Whealley Brooksfield South St. Mary's Ehiest Robert B. Greets Hospital Cema Seal Cevalla Wreck San Marro Areet Freddie Itwill Delgada Street

State Pays Extra for City Schools After Budget Grant

Public schools will receive an additional $50 000 apportionment as part of a $1750 per capita grant approved last week states Paul I Scholz city school business manager The payment is to aid in payroll and classroom needs and is expected to bolster staffing across schools in the system.

Paul I. Scholz Sehoos Sclinls

College Night Classes Opened for Spring Enrolment

Niehhelasse will open for enrollment Thursday evening as Aronia Junior College hosts an advisory session. Officials and staff will guide students on course restrictions and help with enrollment details.

College Niehhelasse Sia Aronia Junior Cnilere Stietta

Compensation of Officers Widows Favored by Solon

A debated measure proposes compensation for widows and orphans of state and county employees, especially peace officers, following Deputy Grange Mangold’s on duty death. Jefferson and Thrcesay discuss funding and the need for a plan, with Meffernon promising to work out details before the January session.

Solon Sharif Grange Mangold P.O. Jefferson Hexar County Jefferson Wald Uut Alate Vio Casta Meffernon Uno Janay

Park Bridge Near Brackenridge Park Connects Broadway and Mulberry

City engineer announces a low cost bridge over the San Antonio river in Brackenridge park to connect East Mulberry avenue with Broadway. The project uses city labor and material yards funded from a street department maintenance fund. The bridge cost is not to exceed funds estimated by Commissioner Paul Stettler as part of a long term plan to open a through route across the park linking west and east city portions. The bridge will enter Broadway just west of Tinsfield.

San Antonio River Brackenridge Park Mulberry Avenue Broadway Bstreet

Exchange Open to Vets in Hospital

Post exchange regulations prohibit sales to veterans undergoing treatment in hospitals. A radio message from Washington directs that veterans in Army hospitals and dependent on post exchanges for tobacco, toilet articles and similar items shall be considered as enlisted under Army approval for the operation of exchanges, provided there is no club store.

Eighth Gorps Wet Department

Peddler Vanishes After Requesting Change

Mrs Condon of 108 Nel Flor Street reported a theft after apple peddlers came to her home and asked for change. She says 65 cents was given in good faith and the peddlers disappeared, with the money unreturned, prompting a police report.

Condon Nel Flor Street

Dog Bites Girl Aged Six Under Observation

Dorothy Waless, six, of 124 Tackgon Street was bitten on the deck by a dog Thursday morning as she walked on the sidewalk near her home. The dog was taken to the local pound for observation.

Dorothy Waless Tack Gon Street Joly Celedttarian

Truck Tumble Injures Boy At Local Intersection

An automobile accident left a boy with injuries after a truck crash near 2524 Wrat Poplay. He was taken to hospital for treatment. Another rider, Fela Avrol, 24, received injuries and was hospitalized after a separate incident on Friday evening.

Waller Tie Robinson Lebil Robeyt Greed Hospital Fela Avrol Wis Laing Mariines Welmsday

Stubborn Car Door Attacked With Tools By Helpers

Police were summoned when a car door could not be opened after the key failed. Mrs A Count Mrs B R Owen and Mrs Clyde L Howard parked near the station, called for help, and volunteers used screwdrivers to pry the door. police arrived and aided in opening the door.

Abd Nis A. Count Rigsby Avenue BR. Owen Rayton Avehue Clyde L. Howard Rayton Avenue Bre Cone

Deputy Constables Seize Beer in Slot Machine Raid

Deputy Constables J. Ginder and Otto Remling under Constable Will Wood obtained a search warrant on Lorraine Avenue and seized nine cases of beer, liquor, and trash from a residence. One woman, about 60, was arrested and awaiting further processing on a slot machine charge.

Bixar County Constanes Aiver Atu Lowe Lorraine Ave Feeferm Wien

10 Year Old Boy Breaks Leg In Accident

Rudolph Onyiln aged 78 of 96 Nari Laredo street was treated at Rover BH Grocr nospits for a broken tog Thursday after he was knocked down by an automobile in front of his home. Mrs. GG Mortimer of 410 Falton avenue and N B Knight of 234 Clif ford court were injured in a separate collision at Belknap place and Magnolia, Wednesday. Joe Blakley aged 8 of AOD Moith Ploves street fell from a wall and suffered a broken leg, according to hospital report.

Rudolph Onyiln Nari Laredo Street Rover BH. Grocr GG. Mortimer Falton Avenue N. B. Knight Clifford Court Belknap Place Magnolia Ile Joe Blakley Aod Moith Ploves Street Wilek Tiospitn

Woodmen to Map Plans for Reunion

Woodmen prepare to plan their annual reunion to be held September 22 at the Woodmen hall 819 East Hovalon street. Local members and officers Dr Mark Perry and Robertson are expected to attend.

Woodmen Finn W. O. W. Nll Hovalon Street Thiralay Mlehl Londdrans Aehe Revlin Teindue Perry & Robertson Wid

Pargel’s Post Rates Gang Boosts Parcel Fees

On October 1 new parcel post rates take effect per Postmaster FG Litas annou ncing slight changes except for packages over 20 pounds where savings occur. A 2 pound parcel to Chicago from San Antonio rises from 1.62 to 3 1. Laens notes no standard rates set by Washington will apply as heads of government approve adjustments. Local businesses have copies of the new rates and may call the postal service for details.

Litas Wil Chicago San Antonio Laens Washington

Local Consulate Probes Arrest of Slaying Suspect

The Mexican Consulate in Laredo probes the arrest of Juan Garcia in connection with the slaying of L. D. Allard on August 9. Garcia, held on a change of venue, was brought from the Mexican side to Texas officials without formal extradition. Acting Consul General Ismael Magana called the case important and said protests would be made if allies object.

Antonio Tiwreday Yom Laredo Juan Garcia Garcia Abe Cotule Fa L. D. Allard Ins T. H. Poole la Salle Bob Wlaf Palafoy Mexico Texas Actimg Ismael “Magana the Lees Washigton

U.S. to Distribute P.O. Tires From A. A. Texas Posts

The supply depot at eight Texas post offices will distribute tires and tubes for pallet teks as 13 offices join, with 36 rail cars and tracks to be supplied. Supervisor Ridgeway notes post offices Coleman Georgetown Austin Yoakum Chivlati Lavelle Harlingen Brownsville will shift from self ordered tires to a centralized distribution system.

San Alvonso Texas Fleeway

Baptists Urged to Back GOP in Texas Prohibition Fight

Texas Baptists, led by the Southern Baptist convention secretary Beauchamp, urged congregations to vote Republican in November. They condemned the Democratic party as allied with liquor interests and praised Orville Bullington, a dry candidate, as the best path to prohibition. San Antonio Baptist ministers also urged congregations to vote for Sherring.

Flekef Sigl Beauchamp L .Bunceay Schnod Board Southern Baptist Conc Tiation Stepling Bullington Beauchwyp Burt Dal~ Tok Democratie Party Borth Rancidale Orville Bollington Hoover Prohibition Coun Democratic Party Haliuwal Tse Houser San Antonio

New Tax Payment Routine Affair in San Antonio

Representatives of the Internal Revenue Service in San Antonio described a new tax payment routine as routine. The third installment of federal income taxes was due September 15 and monthly commodity reports must be filed each month. The local office forwards reports and payments to the state office in Austin.

Payne Simroder Internal Revenue Department San Antonio Austio

Practical Joker Puts Alarm on Car

A resident on Florian Street reported a prank when a hood device triggered his car alarm Thursday morning. The owner feared harm as he investigated and found a device placed under the hood by an unknown joker, preventing the engine from starting.

T & Crew Florian Street Gir Nat Frime

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