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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1931

Page

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Europe and America mingle in a curious essay

An eclectic column by Arthur Brizbane touches on baseball season spectacle in the United States with Yankees and Red Sox, then pivots to European monarchy versus republics, cites philanthropy of Michael Friedsam, and spawns quirky science notes on eels and brain lobes. It references five year plans and European defense, ending with a shrug at further worry.

Yankees Red Sox Ilbe Gane Boston University

Nicaragua Thanks Red Cross for Earthquake Aid

WASHINGTON April 16 Nicaragua today expressed thanks to the Red Cross for its aid after the Monagna earthquake. The statement praised the timely and generous assistance from the international relief organization.

Nicaragua Red Cross Wastington D.C Tolay Monagna

Weather Forecast for Antonie and Nearby Regions

Weather forecast notes mixed conditions with showers and wind. Temperatures hover around mid forties to low fifties with overcast skies and possible brief rain Wednesday night through Thursday. Friday to Saturday showery periods continue with variable gusty winds and cooler nights.

Aristocrats Flee Spain As Queen Leaves For Frontier

Royal family, headed by Queen Victoria of Spain, departs by train toward the Franco Spanish border amid republic unrest. Infantas Cristina and Others board the express along with the Crown Prince and Gonzalo. A Republican heckler was silenced as aristocrats urged calm. Palace deserted as guards secure the scene and expatriates return to Madrid.

Matud Victoria Spain France Alfonso Cadagene Reighnern Gotteren Atistocracy of Infantas Cristina Titatels Trince Gonzalo Meru Madrid Eteff

Spain’s Republic Leader Vows Steady Path to Unity

Madrid April 26 The Spanish republic faces a pivotal moment as the president asserts confidence in a lasting government and popular administration. He pledges harmony with Europe and North America, a sound internal and external policy, and firm unity among citizens as the republic solidifies its authority amid monarchist and opposition pressures.

Don Zamora Simm Depu't Valvereal Madrid Spaniab Repubilie Peoelglmet Yeatérday Europe America Polley

Carelessness Blamed in Tunnel Disaster Inquiry

CHICAGO April 15 AP Coroner inquiry focuses on crossed wires and worker carelessness as causes of the tunnel disaster that killed several and injured 141. Officials seek facts on contributing factors and worker actions.

Cricago Re. Horta Herrann Thindeden

Airman Plans Hop Across Atlantic From Newfoundland

Nagler Moiila and Otto Allig announce a non stop flight from Newfoundland to Copenhagen after a 150 mile test from Newcastle Delaware. They expect to depart May 18 if weather is favorable.

Atlantic

Captain of Coast Guard Dies at 66 in MONILE Apr 16

Ale MONILE reports Captain Aaron Luehenberg Gamble, commander of the Coast Guard cutter Cunridlaion, who rose to prominence in the years after aiding the capture of the Canadian rum runner Tim Alone, died yesterday at age 66.

Monile Ale Aaron Luehenberg Gamble

Easier Divorces Urged by Speaker

WARIINWIUN D.C. April 18. Aboree canter urged easier divorces today before the general council of the National League of Women Voters. Professor Albert J. Jacche of Columbia University spoke on making marriage more difficult.

Wariinwiun D.C Tsofemor Albert J. Jacche Colombia University National League of Women Voters

Estelle Dempsey to File Divorce Suit After Reconciliation Talks

In California and Nevada dispatches, actress Estelle Taylor Dempsey confirms plans to file divorce from former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey within 48 hours. Reports describe efforts at reconciliation failing, a property settlement, and statements from Dempsey and attorney Bealls. Separate coverage notes a potential counter suit by Miss Taylor and Dempsey’s stance on reconciliation tied to her retirement from acting. A third item covers the National Pecan Marketing Association electing Gucan as president at Jackson Mississippi meeting.

Rollrwood Calif Ali Jack Dempsey Thelle Taylor Dempsey Dembsey Teele Dempsey Taylor Dempsex Yatelle Jack Reno Nev Gle Wéseou Jack Lempauy Miss Taylor Tehreatening Ng Hes Sheradoth Leonard Sadie Jwoull Berre Miss Taylor Sachsaid Jack Cain Bay Mira Taylor Jackson Miss TG Lucas Brownwood Texas Gucan

Ban Antonio Chamber Brides Lillian Roth Romance

San Antonio merchants recount romance between Dan Cupid and Lillian Roth. The article notes Mrs Scott invited to a commerce luncheon, amid discussion of tying the knot with Vanderilie in Atlanta. The couple plans a Saturday wedding in Atlanta with family and business circles awaiting details.

S.A. Chamber of Commerce Dan Cupid Lillian Roth NEW Ban Antonio Atante Scott Character of Commerce San Antonio Ake Yaa Tonting Vie Vanderilie Pre Vent

Vet Bureau Cuts Down Waiting List

Approximately 4000 veterans remain on the waiting list for adjusted compensation certificates under the new amendment. Local officials announced Wednesday morning that the record day of payment Tuesday saw 1117 checks mailed, with totals reaching $5,300,186.20 paid since February. Over 27,000 loan applications have been received to date, the local office reports a steady average of 800 checks mailed daily, with further supplements expected by the end of August.

Veterans' Bureau Totel Davies

Fishing Laws Case In Wichita Court Cites Private Tank Incident

The court upheld a $10 fine for TH Tones after a fishing violation in Wichita. The ruling notes the water in the private tank originated on the farm where the tank was located. The court said that the boys’ season-long control made no difference.

Wichita Cauncy

Hart Seeks Money From Film Prosecutors Filing Suit

Hart and Williams legal team announce a suit in the state supreme court seeking 8500 000 from United Artists over proceeds from the film Parable. Attorneys Frederick Homes and Hort claim United Artists deprived him of a larger share by failing to reward all of the film’s income.

New Xuith Anzil TI Williams Hart Siste Supreme Court United Actista Corporation Fredlérick Snl United Artists

U S Steel Drops to Lowest Level Since 1928

U S Steel shares fell on April 16 in New York trading, sliding slightly below last December’s level amid broader declines. The market move showed light volume with price losses ranging from one to three dollars, and the day reflected a cautious tone.

U.S New York United States

Services Set for Confederate Vet

FORT WORTH tex Confederate veteran George Spiller 35 a longtime Jack county resident died Tuesday night funeral Thursday at 3. He was father of B. B. Saillire secretary and general manager of the Texas Southwestern Cattle nine erat association here.

Fort Worts Anzin George Spiller Jack County Jackaborn Spiller B. B. Saillre Tex Southwestern Cattle Nine Erat Association

Burglar Alarm Accident Causes City Police Brief

A misfired burglar alarm triggered a swift police response in the city. Detectives, led by Captain Andrey, rushed to the author’s office after a reported break in. An official error or accidental activation caused the confusion during the Wednesday morning incident.

Andrey Aiethor

Crowded Crowds Expected as Texas Openers Begin Season

Opening day of the twenty fourth annual pennant marathon drew large crowds across Wishita Falls, Beaumont, Galveston, and Shreveport. Forecasts pointed to 12,000 at Galveston and 7,500 at Beaumont while Shreveport hoped for 4,000 to 6,000 as the Steers faced the Sports and the Bulls met the Exporters under variable skies.

Wishita Falls Reaumont Galveston Shreveport Wichita. Falls Avely Galveston Wie Ngiuat -Thie Han Antonin In- Mane Ualveston Alvin Gardner Teague Indians Trialit’ Carson San Antonio Steers Dallas Steers Atx Oscar ‘Nero Vetern Morse Dallas Gee Mendowa Fairoweather Amorcreast Renuymont Hanstén Bulls George Wonlingtion Payuk Pariiz del Taker Buck Maerow

Filipinos Flee California Town After Violent Incident

San Luis Outpost reports Filipinos fled San Luis town today after a rumor of an expulsion order and a violent clash. A 16 year old, Andrew Secure ri, and his 19 year old brother Jilin were wounded by 20 year old Filipino A. J. Mateo in a dispute over alleged sin. Mateo claims he acted after threats and the pair tainted sin.

SAN Luis Outspol Grill Uneg —Rentes Filipinas Warabiga Mather Sanus Andrew

Showers Expected Through Week for San Antonio

Weather Bureau reports showers continuing midweek with a third of an inch to an inch of rain possible. Temperatures drop to around 50 tonight and a high near 75 Thursday with light to moderate winds accompanying the rainfall.

San Antonia Weather Bureau Mick

Sterling Declines to Halt Execution

Austin April 15 Governor Sterling stated he would not interfere with the scheduled execution of Moneus Twitty convicted in Grey County of criminal assault and robbery. Twitty's electrocution had been scheduled for April 34 but he had not been required to report to the penitentiary.

Austin Sterling Moneus Twitty Grey County

Endurance Plane Fails to Set Mark

Jacksonville Fla April 15 Wattee Lees and Frederick Toxsy Delroid airmen sought a world refueling en route endurance record in three diesel motors but were forced to land shortly before 11 am today failing by more than three hours to equal the present record

Jacksonville Teach Fla Wattee Lees Frederick Toxsy Delroid

U S Field Artillery Learns to Shoot From Hip

The War Department announced that field artillery must train to shoot while moving to keep pace with fast ground targets. A Field Artillery Board at Fort Myer, Virginia, explored moving target practice with a 10 foot long, mast topped device and 9 streamer targets.

U. S. Field Artillery Washington Taka Anti Armoricara May Field Artillery Board Yort Mrags N. Oy

Plan to file complaints on 2005 operators plan

Authorities threaten charges against operators of 000 machines in Vesar county if attorney general rules machines incur taxation. Wright says if ruling favors state, charges for operating without a license will be filed immediately. Fines range from 7 to 18 dollars per machine.

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State Revenue Collectors In San Antonio Urge Taxes On Mint-Vending Machines

B. H. Ligarde and C. B. Stéadoe, state revenue collectors, say mint-vending machines require a $5 state tax and $2.50 county tax. They note a federal injunction by Judge Duval West restrains state, county, and city authorities from interfering with device operation. The injunction rests on a premise affecting the machines. Continued on Page 10, Col 1.

B. H. Ligarde C.B. Stéadoe San Antonio U.S. Protection Jodgs Duval West End Wlcern

Fregertwleabarn Surfaces in Tease Trial

A fragmented OCR item notes a debate or trial involving a male figure connected to Fregertwleabarn. The readable text hints at a name and a case heading but details remain unclear and citations are incomplete.

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