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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1931

Page

4

Shouse Opens 1982 Campaign Attacks Hoover Policies

Des Moines details a campaign launch by Shouse of the Democratic national committee amid criticism of the Hoover administration and farm policy. He denounces the farm board as President Snaver’s handiwork and cites 149 percent growth in an alleged problem, urging voters to support a shift away from current governance.

Des Moines Tewe Aput Schouett Shouse Ie Dera Erati¢ Nationa Isenicht Isu Vadur Shouse Hoover Cdmini Snaver Farot Ins Wagner Electline Lizht

Bayer Aspirin Ad Claims Quick Relief for Headache Pain

An old Bayer advertisement urges readers that headaches signal fatigue and urges rest. It promotes Bayer Aspirin as a reliable remedy taken as two or three tablets with water for quick relief from headaches, neuralgia, neuritis, and period pain, noting genuine aspirin from Bayer.

Bayer Bayer Aspiria

Two Brothers Receive Life Terms in Wheat Theft Case

George and W Swift of Newton were sentenced to life in prison under habitual criminal act for stealing a load of wheat. The brothers faced three prior theft convictions, each resulting in prison time, and pleaded guilty to the wheat theft.

Muri George and Swift Newton Schlix

Children Victims of Storm Tragedy to Talk on Radio

A fragmentary report notes five children victims of a storm tragedy set to speak on a nationwide radio program. The incomplete text mentions survivors and hospital involvement, with references to authorities and a scheduled broadcast date.

Liquor Charges Dismissed After Plea Hearing

The article notes liquor possession charges dismissed after a plea hearing related to defendants including Velma Trark and Peres Abbey. It references court actions at Houston Street and identifies prosecutors and witnesses involved. The report mentions a defendant Wallace or Lockhart in connection with the case and alleges the events occurred in a public proceeding.

Houston Street Weinesilgy Velma Trark Peres Abbey Lockhart

Rosendahl Named Akron Commander

Navy announces Rosendahl as commander of the Akron with Lt. Charlee Nidatylindas designated as the ship’s officer in charge. Akron, the airship vessel now nearing completion, marks a key project in the fleet.

Rosendahl Akron Stulngton Ieutenant Charlee Nidatylindas Efferr Navy

Texas elects new mayors in scattered races across state

From page one details show J. W. Maier defeating W. M. Browning by seven votes in a mayoral contest. W. De Anderson led a prior primary. J. W. Tuttha chosen city marshal. Other cities electing mayors include Crawford Akard, Tolland Crump, and Tenaors Crump with several aldermen and commissioners named.

J. W. Maier W. M. Browning UGX Nhe Perenne W. de Aatderson Ie Mu Vairs Mudie J. W W. Tuttha GA. Thomas W. Bissingame Honhnin Crawford Leochard Bailey St. M. Xy Fmordville EF. A. Akard Roy Gane Uenswaad N. J. Anbonsburg Tiana Tilfied Allen ”. Tohusen Tesarkann Tenvors Crump” Ton J. J. Lanier Ay MW Jonkan Detee A. W. Dilfienlermen

Ramsay New San Marcos Mayor Elected by Narrow Margin

Ramsay and Ramsa were elected mayor of San Marcos Texas by a razor thin three vote margin over four candidates led by former mayor T R Wilhelm. The 30 year old youngest mayor in years attended Teachers College and University of Texas while serving in a family business. A 40000 bond issue for a new school building was approved to modernize facilities for all white students. The new hull will centralize heating and catering for facilities, with a single plan for heating, academies, and cafeteria services.

Qasacil Hull x Beonaay

Corpus Elects Flate Mayor in Landslide Victory

Corpus Christi voters backed the business administration ticket led by Edwin Flate, the largest plurality in city history at 4513 votes. Newly elected commissioners include FW Meaney, JBR Waldwin, and WW Chapman, with long-time mayor Dr. V1 Lov en serving another term amid a strong showing for the incumbents. One independent candidate for a unity commission ran against the ticket, drawing about 500 votes.

Lovenal Corpus Cheisli Dewitt Marry Career Jr. A. Regzrest Regrest Ilsear Tata Jock Thave Letinis

Woman Wins Uvalde Race for assessor position

In Uvalde on April 8 Mrs. John Conner Willow won the city election for assessor collector, defeating incumbent W. Sle Fareune. The result set a record turnout in the tarret sole polling area with several officials reelected and others named to city roles.

Lvalde Terne Tarret John Conner Wilow Wan Asetssore W. Sle Fareune J. 4 Conser Soitlane Ox Vyalitaws

Cermak Wing Chicago Vote Continuation A City Victory

The piece reports on Ceramak Wing Chicago voting results and party implications. It notes Thompson's victory as a Democratic win and Republican gains in minor offices, with mentions of civic leaders and key locals like Julius Rosenwald, Strawn, and Locseh. It describes battles over reform and anti graft themes in a tense political climate.

Chicago Cape Girardeau Ue United Sint Senate Abul Hania McCorml Cormak Lriamplnae John Tl. Leste Thompson Ly Yo Republicn Party Republic Washuitt Raogstere Julius Thosenwald Strawn Freak J. Locseh Thiry Major James A. Kearns Cosward Casey Ocnet Pelee J. Brads Patrick Sheridan Smith

Cermack Begins as Coal Miner Turned Chicago Leader

Chicago’s Anton Ty Cermak, elected mover of Chicago yesterday, rose from Prague birth to Chicago mines, farming work, and schooling. He progressed to a coal business, then politics, serving as alderman and in 1922 as president of the Cook County board, now in his third term.

Sureraul Seteler Chicagd Anton Ty Cermak Chionzo Beenu Lineis Ean Tiv Prague RTA Ale Tirardwool Tllinois Uook Senates Board of Commissioners Bern

Farmers Meet to Discuss Markets in Dilley Texas

Seventy three farmers and business men gathered at Dilley High School auditorium to hear Jay the Sp liseurs discuss marketing and bean and peas crops. The Dilley commerce group backs the plan with pledges for planting to grow corn and ears. The next meeting is set for April 14.

Dilley Ter Dilley High School Jay Commerce

Ovi the Biditor Co Leaves Camp After Eviction

The fragment describes Ovi the Biditor Co and Lorend being ordered to leave a camp near Nowesite while searching for a suitable site. The group faced forced departure, with tents chained and a tense atmosphere noted as others were similarly moved from the area.

Burke

Two Army Post Men Charged in Burglary Series

Two Houston soldiers are charged in a burglary spree with investigations by city officers. The case involves home break ins on March 18 at 4001 North New Traintnels and a burglary valued at $14. The suspects face potential life sentences for a Fort Smith murder, according to authorities.

Army Post Houston Bort Siil William Nine Thomas A. Maple Ham Chinde Birkhenrt Trainteels Sud J.C. White Fort Smith Arkansas Melee Sthves A. D. McDonald

Youth Found Shot to Death in Car

A 13 year old high school freshman, Carl Panielson, was found shot in a family automobile near the ape park on Pase, the weapon described as a .31 caliber Deere ring er pistol. The shooting is tied to alleged family conflicts and a strange note about a world war.

X Cvey Bose Carl Panielson Indac Ape Park Dazon Weilten Dhe

Men Defeat Women for City Offices in Yellville

In Yellville Arkansas on April 3 the men secured the city government. The woman mayor and three women council members, a majority, were unseated by male candidates after the seats were filled.

Tellvilla. Ark Yellville

Unclear OCR City Meeting and Campaign Activity Report

Fragmented text describes city administration events and campaign activity with references to a chair man, campaign headquarters, and an executive board. Several proper nouns and places appear distorted, making exact names and dates unclear.

Thakznol Ps Ini Marar Erupingy Bleoot Sioner Paul E. Steffler Morni Mary's Arret Chunler Hotel Huyovas Lee Waat

Arrest of Fence and Loot Recovered After Tip

A tip led police to a fence on Matnmoras Street where more than 200 dollars worth of loot including cigarettes cigars and tobacco was recovered. Detectives Weber and Leonard questioned workers at Morris Black's and found about 100 dollars of stolen goods from the Black store. Police recently arrested a man connected to the crime and are pursuing additional leads.

Lippe Wuesleyight Matnmoras Street Weber Db Leonard Morris Black Black Vigar

Park Party Planned at Lockwood Park

A community event is planned at Lockwood Park on April 15 hosted by Mrs. TM. Mairbanks, president of the Tackwont Recreation Council. Neighbors protested to police over concerns about children using the area and crowd control.

Lockwood Park Lorkwont Park TM. Mairbanks Min Hinks Shi Ye Park

President Hoover to Attend Game in Washington

President Hoover plans to attend an upcoming game in Washington as part of a visit noting Easter week events. The report hints at a ceremonial opening and mentions preparations involving noted figures and royal connections in a broad archival style.

Hoover

Dramqoale Chosen Mayor of Runge

Dramqoale was elected mayor of Runge in a vote where only five ballots were cast. The election saw Dramzonie regain the post after a brief hiatus, with the outcome reinforcing the town’s leadership continuity.

Dramqoale Runge

Walton Fails in Comeback Attempt

An historical note reports Walton’s failed bid in a comeback for the mayoralty of Oklahoma City. The article references his impeachment and a controversial run at City Hall, with mentions of C.J. Blinn and a period around 2008 in the Cayerake area.

Walton Oklahoma City C.J. Blinn Niwee

Fredericksburg Elects Henry Ries as Mayor in Unclear Race

In Fredericksburg Henry Ries won the mayoralty amid unclear conditions and weak opposition. The report notes ongoing ties to the Frederickeburg and Northby railway leadership with Stein not seeking a third term and incumbents reelected.

Erenemicksreng Tox Henry Wiies Prederieerburg Poekdas Frederickeburg Northby Aurocate Ine Stein Arthur Kurnemann Alfred Vohentdy Ysanmission

Ford Net Profit Reported for Year Amid Unclear Figures

A puzzled financial note from HOYTON shows a net profit figure of 44,460,828 dollars for Ford Motor, with the year and several unclear terms mangled. The document mentions a comparison to the prior year's 50,807 dollars and references an HAL statement filed with unspecified authorities, leaving the exact context ambiguous.

Ford Hoyton Kurd Motor. Com

Cafeteria Class to Hear Speaker Appeal

A cafeteria class will listen to a speech by Mrs. Mlorence who will appeal before the panel in the noted event.

Mlorence Apeal

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