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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1929

Page

9

Jody Asked Or Alamo Bill Campaign Moves In Texas

Welters of the Republic of Texas will urge Governor Moody to convene a special session in January 1930 to consider the Alamo land purchase bill. A committee chaired by Mrs Sareatt and others will present the campaign to supporters and seek funds to acquire and convert the Alamo site into a state park. A memorial service for Texas heroes will be held under Daughters of the Republic direction, with a garage sale planned for September 25 and 26 to fund Texas history projects for the University of Texas. GC Worztach chairs the committee.

Republic of Texwill Dan Moody Alamo Texas Ata Iber Daughterg Republic of Vine A. G. Castanola Stenan Plang Texas History Reanard University “of ‘Texas Worztach Thw Entermittes

Reunion at old San Antonio de Hejaz in October

The article notes a fall reunion of the Science Hall alumni at San Antonio de Hejaz on October 18, with old-time trail drivers including Ukewiee and Johnnie Goforth expected to attend. It recalls Science Hall’s origins near Blanco, Texas, its 400-student heyday, and the extended family of organizers and supporters from Blanco County.

Seience Halliwmny Wanoviation Old San Antonio de Hejaz Netaion Onme Elence Hall Ukewiee H.T. Hopling Warried Guy Andrews McAlister Okla Willis Andrews Edward F Austin Arente Guy Nance San Antonio Geng Sallie King Xoykins Bor Routh Nach Mattie Senllan Wickline Ia Johnnis Goforth Walton Rife Johnnie Tabor Bert_Vancil Foster W. C. Dougie Johnie Gefurth J.D. Andrews Blanche Andrewa Milea Stu

Board To Give Ice Box Tests At Public School

The San Antonio board will test mechanical and ice refrigeration in public schools. Two groups debated the sanitation and economy of ice versus mechanical refrigeration. A public hearing approved tentative plans for a $65.40 addition to Collins Garden School and let contracts for food supplies. The bread contract remains under review after sample testing.

San Antonio Board of Education Ernest T. Lavh Xeher Ica J. B. Gilmer Grohaty and Gollies Collins Garden Tarinin Bakers

Chicago garage bombings hit fourth time injure child

A fourth bombing damaged a Chicago auto garage near Ogden and Springville avenues. A Black powder pineapple exploded at the rear entrance, knocking a heavy plaque onto a nearby resident. A seven year old child at home a block away was lightly hurt by debris.

Chicago Fmil Denemark Aitonohil Cline Tony Ogden and Springtiell Avenues L'roperis Clould

German banks announce Union Deutsche merges with Disconto

A major banking merger was disclosed uniting Union Deutsche Bank and Disconto Gesellschaft. The combined capital is reported at 285 million marks forming one of the largest consolidations in the German banking sector.

Rerian Viancia Union Deutsche Bank Disconto Gexellachaft

Jewish Colonies Hail Peace Sign Near Petach Tikvah

In Jerusalem on September 24, colonies near Petach Tikvah greet a peace omen. Attendees from the colonies witnessed a wedding and shared meals while Bedouin dances were observed, signaling hopeful calm amid regional tensions.

Jerusalem Seyirh Petach Tikvah

Revolting Chinese Forces Disarmed

In Nanking on the 26th, the Governor of Munan provinces stated that human forces after further fighting had disarmed part of General Chang Fah Wei’s revolting Iron Aldens division. The report references turmoil and armed actions within the region as authorities move to suppress the insurrection.

Nanking China Munan

San Antonio High Schools Receive War Department Honor

For the first time, San Antonio senior schools are designated as honor schools by the war department upon recommendation of Captain William A. Costro, Mighth Corps area officer. Only two Dallas high schools, Lincoln Cliff and Midrid Park, share the honor. Cadets at honored schools may wear a special red star insignia during the rating period.

San Antonio War Department Colt William A. Cost RO T. C Olbre Finlé Lave Unik Clif Mighhid Lark Dallas

Two Mexican Towns Inundated After Torrential Rain

Dispatches report Tamaulipas and Meinere residential districts submerged by overflow from the Carnintrrn laguna and the Cortadura canal after torrential rains. The Ponies river backwaters have become torrents, uprooting hundreds of trees and driving floodwaters toward the sea.

Mexico Uzi Excelsior Tampeco Cay

84 year old views his first movie at Buperon Wisconsin

Peter Dale age 64 of Gornucopia attended his first talkie last night in Buperon Wisconsin. He had long hoped to see a moving picture and had prayed to witness such a film after decades of interest. The event stirred him as a historic moment given his past ties to the Wisconsin legislature.

Buperson Wis Peter Dale Gornucopia Dale Was & I Wistonsin

Cimarron News Roundup From Amberline Ranch Note

A brief letter from Will Rogers reports confusion over murders, hijinks, and political mentions as he notes lack of papers. He jokes about not knowing who did what, mentions Minnick’s horse ranch, and hints at reading about political figures and events in forthcoming print.

Cimarron New Mazlee Amberline Minnick Howard Grundy Reed Smoot Will Rggers

Classified Ad Help Wanted to Aid Local Ads

A local classified note advertises an adwriter service to assist with ads. It urges calling Crockett 240n for help improving results and article placement in the section.

Crockett

Club to Present GHD Outfit to Sidney Lanter Team

Members of the Sidney Lanter senior football team will be formally presented with football equipment by the United Latin American Citizens of San Antonio. A school program includes a speech, a committee chair and a reception for those interested. Music and piano numbers are also on the program.

Sidney Lanter Soucers San Antonio Rehyol J. Us Lotti Jian Ty Atewohiry Tion Lettin Ail de Sehool ML Gonzales Ri Salies Letta Aubizeses

Soviet Plane Set to Continue Trip

Refueled and fueled, the monoplane Land of the Soviet departed for the final leg of its 11,000 mile route from Moscow to New York. Favorable weather allowed the aircraft to proceed across the stormy northern Pacific, completing the last leg of its voyage.

Dutch Twarkor Inalastu Amd Groniert Soward Itx Pacific Moscow New York

Sugar dash in vegetables touted by women authorities

A vintage health note from the Sugar Institute urges women to add a dash of sugar while cooking vegetables to brighten color, improve flavor, and enhance appetizing notes without sweetness. It links sugar use to broader calls for varied balanced meals and easier acceptance of nutritious foods.

Tintex Witéx The Sugar Institute

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