SAPL : August 31 In San Antonio History...

Press release from the San Antonio Public Library:

Andrew Crews

August 31 ,2021

1731
Ignacia Agustina Munoz y Morillo is first recorded baptism in the parish of San Fernando, on this date.

1924
The foundation of the new Builder’s Exchange building at Navarro and St. Mary’s streets has been completed and work on the first story will begin at once. The building will be completed next April 1 at a cost of $250,000, according to Sidney Cornelius, manager of the Exchange.

1930
The Texas Theater advertises “Animal Crackers” (right) starring the Marx Brothers plus an upcoming feature starring San Antonio-born Joan Crawford.

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