July 23 In San Antonio History

Press release from the San Antonio Public Library:

July 23, 2021

1935

Col. A.C. Roebuck, one of the founders of Sears & Roebuck, visits San Antonio on a nationwide inspection tour.

1953

Parade fanfare and visits by Gov. Shivers and Hollywood stars mark the world premiere of “The Man From the Alamo” at the Majestic Theater.

1981

Foley’s opens their first store in San Antonio, located in North Star Mall.

This press release was produced by the San Antonio Public Library. The views expressed here are the author’s own.