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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1931

Page

4

200 Architects Gather for AIA Convention Reception

Elaborate preparations underway for the 60th convention of the American Institute of Architects in April. Delegates from across the nation, led by Rae Tarksore and Robert Avee, will arrive, with national officers including President Tibert TD. Kohn of New York and Secretary Edward Kemper of Washington. Local organizers expect regional directors to reach the city by Friday morning.

American Institute of Architects Allnester Rae Tarksore Robert Avee Ft. Ayes Promiserhiteets Crean Union Tibert TD. Kohn New York National Associa In Co Feaslee Washington Ly Fee Frank Ralewin Edward Kemper George A Seervin Re Jon Edwin Bersshor Angelos Beaume St

Boy Discovers Coins in Garden Treasure Hunt

A boy overturns a rock in a garden box to reveal eight or ten foreign coins hidden recently. The coins include a 1887 Queen Victoria token, a German five-mark, a Canadian wives, and a Philippines or Peruvian centavo. The find occurred in Texas on April 8.

Tecal Searls Eiley Queen Victoria Germany Philippines

Theft charge filed after hotel thefts during convention

A court in the Peare Joli district hears a case against a couple accused of stealing S107 from Newey Yee at the Jewel hotel in Pittsburgh. The duo, along with several named associates, plan to attend a convention with events at the Menger hotel and the Spanish governor palace patio. An executive committee meeting precedes the convention with entertainment and a filmed segment for Friday.

Ram Kathe i Archen Mt Distieg Newey Yee Jewel Hotel Kinin Pittsburgh F Willeon Baseman Mont Buciin Memphus Charles Li Maglinis Winston Veanklin Aduas Stertainm Gorucil Associ General Constractory Menger Lexecuive Committee Meatines Robert. Ayr Bewlon Merket Plaza

Desertion in League Claims Spark Heated Debate

A fragmented report details intra party turmoil over league support and machine politics. Maury Maverick and Arion Davis deny dissension, insisting meetings grow in size and vigor while claims of a 3000 supporter transfer are labeled false.

League Vly Vol Rts Hickson Eallingr Vt Davis Conerhe Horeagun — Campsici Teague Bays Day Warry 1 Cullins VKH Collins Beethoven Hall Standing Vale A. R. Weakley Arion Davis Collins Inc Maverick Find 9 Machine Maverick Fle Antler Mac Ne.ey Mican

Death closes Longworth career in Congress

The obituary recalls Nicholas Longworth and Theodore Roosevelt as a famed political romance. It notes Longworth’s rise from Cincinnati school board to the Ohio House and U.S. House, his Speakership, and wealth and social status shaping his career. It mentions his 1906 marriage to Mrs. Alice Roosevelt and public fascination with their Washington life.

Nick Tle Ciminnati School Board Arasta Witte Monse National Nicholas” Longworth Teoserelt Marrion Washington Fens S.S.8

Maverick and slate clash roils San Antonio politics

Fragmented local political feud centered on Maverick and the city’s tax issues. Rallys and committee meetings along with factional divisions described, with references to city administration, elections, and alleged corruption targeted at the tax collector role. The piece notes ongoing efforts to galvanize supporters and organize upcoming precinct activities.

Poinw San Antonio Davis-Collins Fortion Weakley Cire Maverlek Apadi Tie Eazy

Woman Held in Spinster's Death and Love Cult

A woman is held in connection with the death of a spinster near Wilkesburg. Details mention a supposed love cult and a possible murder linked to a local faction. The report notes the spinster’s death and investigations proceed amid speculation about followers and a cult name.

Speaker's Death Ends Era of American Political Leader

The article recounts the death of Nicholas Longworth, noting his rise to Speaker of the House and his long influence in U.S. politics. It highlights his career, influence with both parties, and the famed Alice and Dolly social feud surrounding Washington society, detailing his marriage and public life.

Ley Washington Tie Alice Dolly Enenker Vics Dolly Gan Halster Vice Press Carlis Thaler Meather Nick Lonsworth

Death blows to Speaker Lingworth shock capital

The sudden death of Speaker Lingworth rattles Washington as flags drop and officials rush responses. Hoover orders tributes. Col. Campbell heads preparations for transport while the speaker’s office confirms a direct funeral plan to Cincinnati. a vigil persists at the Capitol.

Washington. D. Cy Lingworth Washington Capitol Hoover Ira Ponstel Col Campbell Tongeworth Kent Momlay Curtis

Surgeon Removes Lloyds Appendix In Hospital

A surgeon at Gued Samar Han hospital performed an appendix removal on Lloyd at a morning procedure today. The operation took place in the internal wards with standard post operative care planned. The patient is reported stable and recovering in the ward.

Holly Woot Aril Flayd Ronedina Apertina Far Apponilie Moro A.m Gued Samar Han Hospital

Unclear OCR shows names and places in damaged note

Fragmentary text listing several names and places such as Elias Wsitsinsal Aruna Mf and Howsone Artirite, with references to Missouri Pacific station and New York. Details are garbled and largely unreadable.

Aruna Elias Howsone New York Viciaverk Missouri Pacific Cousa Mersico

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