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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1932

Page

2

Tax bill debate moves to Senate hearings

Washington April 4 The revenue tax bill passed by the House Friday arrived in the Senate today and was referred to the Finance Committee where hearings begin Wednesday. Protests poured in from New York lawmakers while Senator Fess received thousands of letters urging opposition to tax plans on federal salaries and stock market practices. The bipartisan drive aims to push the bill through before conventions with talks of 19 percent cuts in two supply bills and potential new levies to balance the 1923 budget. Hearings start Wednesday with Treasury Mills as first witness, as leaders seek to slim or revise the House proposal amid partisan tensions and possible general sales tax discussions.

Washington, D. C House Finance Corminitten Senate Bernier Copeland Democrat New York Kin Desk Washington D. C Congress Rn Ways and Means Hr Senate Finance Committee Secretary of the Treasury Mills King of Dish LWO Niles

Opposition to Waterway Bill Sparks Washington Debate

Opposition to a waterway bill drew attention in Washington. A committee hearing opened as ships faced issues and calls to issue funds for river improvements. Middle Western representatives expressed firm resistance while several figures from See Yetanies, MIT, and Hurley spoke against the measure.

Warhington D.C Andy Tiwrbe MIT

Democrats claim victory in 15 states in 1932 campaign

Washington reports that Democratic leaders boast victory in 15 states and concede possible defeat in others as they distribute $1.59 million in fundraising “Victory-grams.” The map shows presidential prospects with 383 electoral votes in play and 286 needed to win.

Washington, D. C Californis Michigan Penoky Vania Vermont South Maryland Oklahoma New Mexico Arizona Colorado Nebraska New York Oto West Virginia Delaware Indiluon Massachusetts Missouri New Hampshire New Jersey Nevada Rhode Island Washington Wyoming Hoover

Australia Plea to De Valera on Commonwealth Unity

Canberra daily cable reports Lyons of Australia cabled President Eamon de Valera seeking assurance that the Irish Free State will avoid actions that could threaten the unity of the British Commonwealth or strain ties with dominions and the United Kingdom.

Canberra Australia Apil Brothier J Lyons Today Eamon de Valera Irish Free

Wisconsin Will Elect Delegates

Wisconsin voters in Milwaukee will travel to the polls tomorrow to choose delegates to the Republican and Democratic conventions in Chicago this June. The long campaign has stirred interest as factions line up behind party leaders ahead of the national nominating events.

Wisconsin Milwaukee Wis Wharonsin Noes Deregalux Chicago

Seat on Exchange Sells for $90,000

New York stock exchange seat was sold today for ninety thousand dollars, marking a high price in the market. The sale reflected strong demand and market activity as investors tracked upcoming trading sessions.

New York

What Congress Is Doing This Week In Senate and House

Congress actions include Reed resolution on depreciated Ford currencies impact on trade. Commerce and Judiciary panels advance bills on river and harbor completion, radis legislation, and nominations. House moves Virginia eligibility for Philippine independence and considers miscellaneous bills. Treasury receipts show April 1 totals. customs duties listed.

Mondat Senate Commerce Committee Commerce Jediciary Committee

Roosevelt and Western Radicals Vie for Nominating Power

Washington dispatch reports Western radicals plotting to force Roosevelt to pick a running mate like Wheeler of Montana or Dill of Washington, while Southern and Eastern leaders weigh chairmanship and candidate alignment. Republicans foresee Hoover backing and Knox emerging as a new rival to steer the party.

Louis Seibold Aorrice Washington, D Lavel Rosevelt Burton K. Wheeler Montana I. W.W Wheeler Roosevelt Rooseelt C. C. Dill Washington John J. Haskel Whieer Dil Ik Ther South James A. Parky Harry Byrd Virginia Byrd Roosvelt

Attorneys Begin Fight to Oppose Wentz Ouster

Attorneys for New West challenge Governor Murrays order removing Wentz from the Oklahoma highway commission. They plan a suit to enjoin recognizing Maude Thomas as Wentz successor. Meanwhile Miss Thormas spoke at the capitol urging full day's work for full pay and took possession of Wentz's private office.

Oklahoma City New West Murrays Oklahoma Highway Commission Maude ©. Thomas Bright Early Miss Thormas Wentz Irda Murray Panea

Democrats Meet to Pick Keynoter for Nomination

CHICAGO April 4 Democrats met to arrange for the national convention and to select a keynoter. Candidates include Senator Barkley of Kentucky and Shaun of Kansas. Party leaders and committeemen discussed the executive arrangements as Mrs. Clara D. Belver of Texas played a ceremonial role.

Chicago Ahr Democratie Barkley Kentucky Jourt Shaun Kansas Amon Prerrol Clara D. Belver Toxas

State Engineer Killed in Accident in Athens

A state highway engineer and former college football player died in an automobile crash on a highway near Raulman. Authorities report injuries to others as investigators search for the cause and confirm the victim’s identity.

Athens Tetaco Agni Suainite Paina State Mghway Texas A M_ rolitye Raulman

Tokio Shipping Gold to America

The report notes Japanese government aims to send 2.27 million units of gold or silver to the United States, a wartime purchase and financing move. It reflects wartime economic measures and Tokyo's intent to support U.S. access to gold.

Tokio America

Missing S1200 Reported After Bank Safe Opening

In Gorsicara Texas Apr 4 bank officials with the First State Bank of Rice reported $1100 and $1200 missing from the depository when the bank safe was opened. It was unclear if robbers took the money Saturday evening or if it had been burned during the incident. Authorities are examining access to the safe.

Gorsicara Texas First State Bank of Rice Anies Lerforty Gale

Finland Plans Relaxed Liquor Rules Amid Prohibition Curbs

In MPULLINGFORS Finland reports say measures loosened liquor controls after December referendums. Despite planned celebrations, government restrictions on strong drinks like whiskey and cognac prompted new debates. Local restaurants vow to adjust to the evolving policy landscape as authorities oversee the changes.

Mpullingfors Finland Minland

Germanys second presidential election heats up in Berlin

Berlin April 4 Germanys second presidential election campaign in less than a month was in full swing today with three dead a wounded and hundreds under arrest after the opening gun. The vote will decide on April 10 between President Paul Von Hindenburg Adolf Hitler and Ernst Thaelmann. Hindenburg led after the first election last month and was seen in a strong position to clinch reelection while Hitler denounced the government. Hitler spoke before about 90 000 people blasting the government for lack of progress in 14 years and vowing to fight to the end as Aust Wilhelm Kaiser Wilhelm II s son joined him on stage calling Nazis not fighting Hindenburg but the poltroons who used his name for their purposes.

Berlin Germany Volere Elweed Paul von Hindenburg Adolf Hitler Ernst Thaelmann Hindenburg Slelors Iran Hitler Aust Wihelin Kaiser van Tindenburg

Jurors Questioned in 25000 Suit for Collision Damage

Prospective jurors acquainted with many prominent locals in Gonzales Texas were excused as the trial began in federal district court. Crus Lopes, a Mexican plaintiff, sues Beuthem Gas Co. for 25000 in damages plus 26000, doctor fees 75 and wagon loss after a truck collision on Vic City road last March. The defense contends carelessness in watching for oncoming cars.

Jurara Gonzales Texas Montay Ss Federal District Court Crus Lopes Beuthem Gas Lopes Forks Vic City Wii Feiling

Survey of Support for Beer Tax to Settle Bill's Fate

In Waltington D C a special survey gauges possible support for a beer tax to settle a bill. Polls show uncertainty over House passage this session and whether signatures will push the measure to a vote. The chamber faces splits as petitions and committee dynamics influence the outcome.

Waltington D.C Ing Tve Conic Oluine Ways and Meals Committee

Maids in Galley Report Hunger on Fremant Ship

Boston dispatch notes the freighter Kinniks has arrived with Fo Dialds in the galley. The crew says they have long been without proper meals and many have suffered from starvation while at sea. The report highlights hardship among the ship’s crew and lingering hunger at port.

Boston Kinniks Bes

Pope predicts rise of American college students for priesthood

In Vatican City on April 4, Pope Pius praised American college students and said the United States offers hope for spiritual development. He urged that young students for the priesthood will have a large role in this growth, declaring America important and a great partner in the global church. He noted pleasantries from U S telegrams about his recent international broadcast.

Lvatican United States Amerles Dina America Spontella

Roosevelt Votes Boosted by South Dakota Delegation

Pierre G D. reports 85 pledged Roosevelt votes from South Dakota for the Democratic presidential nomination. The New York executive was assaulted at the state convention as Roosevelt instructed delegates, after preliminary nominating petitions were filed following Saturday night close.

Pierre G. D Franklin Roosevelt South Dakota New York Wildbly Roosevelt

Catholics Pick Austin Convention Site

In Waco on April 4 the Texan chapter of the International Federation of Catholic Alumnae chose Austin as the site for the next convention and then adjourned its annual meeting.

Austin Waco International Federation of Catholic Alumnae Bunday

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