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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1931
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane denounces the Alaska purchase and Virgin Islands episode, recounting Seward’s deal, Danish possessions, and alleged motives. The piece parades figures like Garfield and Hobart, critiques prohibition’s impact, and mocks political manipulation ahead of 1932 campaigns with references to Chicago ballots and party strategists.
In tarmno Texas on April 7 a dramatic session opened in the trial of Victor Miller alias The Cynni charged with conspiring to extort $50,000 from Joe Rosenblum. Defense argued for abatement claiming extradition rules from France to Massachusetts. judge reserved ruling while Miller identified himself and a writ of habeas corpus was asked and refused.
A chaotic Chicago mayoral race event is described with claims of a million voters and alleged irregularities in Hixtorudh precinct. Reports note replacements of election staff and investigations by the election board. Policing districts and party tensions surface as candidates Cermak and Butremian Vboy compete amid safety warnings.
Tuesday will be fair with partial cloudiness and cooler morning. Wednesday expects partly cloudy skies with a warming trend and light winds. Thursday looks to be warmer with continued dry conditions and moderate temperatures around the mid sixties.
A fragmentary forecast notes fair weather for Wednesday with light winds and sunshine. J W Tarboe of the weather bureau predicts a low around 50 degrees and slightly warmer daytime temperatures. Statewide conditions look good with continued pleasant skies.
April 7 report from TAME Mfrico states that Amfrico Ting Calles, son of the former president, suffered slight injuries when his automobile collided with a steed wire stretched across the road between Monterey and Suares. The incident occurred yesterday, and authorities are investigating.
A relief expedition travels toward Tachimla canyon to aid Mexicans in dire straits after delays and vehicle trouble. The caravan faces hardships due to exhausted transport and limited foot pace, with officials coordinating rescue efforts as supplies move in.
Soviet districts near Moscow endure heavy snowfall and rising rivers as locals prepare for likely floods. Officials flag danger along the Mos qo river and urge residents to monitor alerts amid uncertain spring conditions. Paris dispatch notes Chanel's fashion flair inspiring a raft of new showings in New York and Paris.
DARTS April 7 reports that wine is an essential aid to longevity according to eminent French physicians and scholars. Authors and Paris physicians emphasize wine as a friend to aging people, whether connoisseurs or casual tasters.
In San Diego area a sudden border repair caused about 1000 Ramtecteans to be stranded near Tia Juana. Mexican officials closed the border loop, prompting angry, crowded scenes as Americans return home and vendors anticipate a surge of Mexican fans and border activity.
G C Julian, facing indictments for kidnapping and related charges, was released on bond and planned to travel from Laredo to Oklahoma City by seven passenger Lockheed plane to attend trial in April. Co defendants include C Boren and Clay Alean. charges include kidnapping, conspiracy, assault with a weapon, and firearms offenses.
A federal search reveals Artioto and allies ran counterfeit plants across Texas. Authorities say a Yorktown suspect fled to Tol, evading public passings while distributing coins via relatives. Plants operated at San Antonio Colin Street, Elmmort near Waco, and a farm near Hennes City. He previously served time in 1927 for counterfeiting.
BE VASO Terme April 7. A desultory report states the Mexican Consul at El Paso has resigned. He cites age ill health and the difficulties of the El Paso affair as factors in his decision while opposing interference in the Chihuahua polls. Gandhi meanwhile left for Amritsar to continue his fasting campaign against doctors orders.
Vague OCR fragment shows a man named Crossy Clark, 28, near Galveston, making racially charged remarks at a polling station. The garbled report mentions Louisiana, Alabama, Texas, and references to wife, best friend, and escape to California, with disjointed quotes and names.
A San Antonio petition signed by 10 residents and presented by ex editor Donovan Weldon led to a rejection by Mayor and commissioners. They extolled the committee chair Muntress, rejected the petition as false and unwarranted, and praised the committee for honesty and expert advertising decisions. Resolution signed by Crank A. Winetieh, To. 7. taft, tt. 8. Atchison, Mrs. Alex Adame, A. H. Cadwallader Je, Younxs Czfok and Frank Huntress.
An Atlantic coast weather bulletin notes rain and snow affecting multiple areas today. Forecasters warn of lingering showers and unsettled conditions with potential travel disruptions across coastal regions.
Ninety fourth District Court returns sixty two indictments Tuesday noon. The report includes eleven new bills and details of cases pursued by the grand jury.
In a Texas court, Ariope pleaded guilty to multiple charges tied to an extortion scheme involving letters sent to officials demanding $3000. The case linked to former judge and business figures with leniency requested by attorney O R Black. Other defendants included J A Connor, awaiting a 15 year sentence, and T B Edmond held on $5000 bond. Nat Wright sought.
In Austin a state highway bond issue suffered a setback as a bill to bar use of bonded county proceeds on state highways advanced to engrossment. Representative Brooks of Bagwell led the measure, signaling opposition to reallocating county bond funds for state road projects.
Fragmented want ad text discusses young attractive girls and selling propositions, care daily, classified codes, room house options with double garage, furnished three room apartment, Ford Sport Carpe sale price 103, talent opportunities listed in clarified portion, unclear references to LWightnnd Park and Hingelow duplex.
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