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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1931

Page

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Rochester’s Education by Pictures and Industry Drive

A Rochester article extols education through moving pictures at a new institution linked to Mr. Eastman and Rockefeller funding. It highlights a large Kodak involvement, a lab with 360 rooms for 250 scientists, and plans for educational reflecting devices for military and global use, including a 5 foot parabolic reflector and a vast optics program.

Batimai Kodak Dr. Finnegan Bondredy Abhode Plicadereh

6 Ports Stay Open 94 Hours in Border Inspection Plan

Texas customs officials announced that six ports will operate 24 hours a day during a border inspection tour led by Seymour Lowman assistant secretary of the treasury in charge of customs. The move, aimed at easing congestion, followed visits to Laredo Eagle Pass and Hidalgo with further drills planned to California aboard the Southern Pacific.

Texas Mexico Priday Seymour Lowman The Treasury Vander Ariers Lowa Washington del Hin Eagle Pass Lareda Deiter Tisae Jacacol Joetor Laredo Lancan Ne Ae Hble Customs Troy ‘Campbell Mihoush Lowman Jowman Chee Federal Federal Bida Rémmerer Menger Ernest T. Tanbacher

Weather Forecast for San Antonio and nearby areas

Parts of the forecast describe variable winds with temperatures near 74 degrees and unsettled conditions. Expect partly cloudy skies and a blend of mild to moderate breezes through Friday and the weekend with scattered showers possible. The report notes added regional weather details on Page 2.

San Antonio

Iowans Seek Iron Vests At Chicago World Fair

A fragmented note describes Iowans at the Chicago World Fair, mentioning iron vests and purchasing costs. It reports a House of Representatives vote on a state appropriation and an amendment related to funds for a Iowa library, with unclear details and misspelled names.

Taya Agri UPI Hirago House of Representatives Moines

Weather Update for San Antonio Friday Forecast

Cloudy conditions in 8 A seen by the Bureau. Furie sixth day in a row with unsettled weather. San Antonio expected to reach a maximum near 78 degrees with moderate variable winds. No precipitation recorded as of now.

Bureau Furie San Antonio

Babson Predicts Labor Shortage Turnaround Ahead

Babson, the financial statistician and author, told President Hoover that the current trend points toward recovery. He warned the world may not escape a labor shortage before year’s end, stating the cycle seems to be shifting toward improvement.

Mepeier Wasiitington Roger W. Babson Tiett Jyoover

W N Guinn Killed in Del Rio Fight

W N Guinn slain in a Del Rio quarrel late Thursday night. His wife is wounded and in hospital. Guinn, 82, leaves six children, four brothers, and four sisters. Funeral and inquest planned in Coma. Local details incomplete due to damaged text.

W.N. Guinn del Rio Guinn Quinn Aix Lurial

Twelfth Wife in Suit for Divorce

In Los Angeles on April 17 court testimony centered on cruelty in a divorce case. The husband, Sam Oberman, was described as having twelve wives though records show nine marriages, with the witness claiming eleven others are alive and living in Chicago.

Los Angeles Sam Oberman Oberman Saud

Haywagon Crash Kills One, Injures Sixteen in Kansas City

In Kansas City on April 17 one person died and sixteen were hurt when a haywagon carrying a group of 11 scouts was struck by a speeding automobile. Most injured were reportedly recovering today as the wagon was demolished in North Hanaga City.

Kansas City Anit Hanaga City

Japanese Prince Visits Annapolis Training Academy

Prince Takamama of Japan visits Annapolis for tor day training at the academy, praised for his naval training ties and described in local dispatches as the prince of the men for his leadership. He toured facilities and observed drills with cadets, signaling goodwill and ongoing military education exchanges between nations.

Annapolis Warnington D.G Prince Takamama Japan Prince of Hin Becawe Walduhipman

Fatal leak in pipeline ignites blaze near Kilgore

A gas line leak sparked a fire that killed Mrs. Kate Dodson, 38, and her two children, 9 year old Howell and 6 year old Rowell, along with Buet Bishop, 23. The husband escaped with injuries as flames shot 200 feet into a forest. Firefighters later controlled the blaze. Cause of the leak unknown. Nearby workers from Arkansas were treated for burns and one man remained in serious condition.

Kilgore Eins Vilimy Ures Kate Dodson Howell Rowell Buet Bishop Rusband Dodson Gmilather Inaus Escapuil Kate Arkansas Af Soiston Lampble 101 Miles Leos J. Peantleten Buries Henderson

Robbers Beat Austin Man Near Market House

Von of 319 East Sevant Street Austin was robbed and beaten by four men near the market house. He was treated at the Tobert U and then taken to a hospital Friday for injuries.

Von Sevant Street Austin Tobert U

Man Knocked Down by Car Recovers from Bruises

A man identified as Caystall Strout was recovering Friday after being struck by an automobile in the 100 block of Sou Florextrate. He sustained bruises but is expected to recover, with authorities investigating the incident.

Caystall Strout

France Officially Recognizes Spain in Leap of Diplomacy

The French government formally recognizes the Spanish republic, becoming the first major power to do so. This bold move signals a shift in European diplomatic alignments amid evolving Iberian politics.

France Spain

Man Shot to Death at Party in Georgia

A Georgia man was shot to death after an argument at a party. The suspect allegedly fled, but later told police he intended to kill and described a confrontation that led to the fatal shooting. The incident occurred Friday night at a residence on Durango Street.

Thobert Arsenno Potive Kalling Tena Rourland Toscano Vribir St Wats Toscaniy Vrimieti Toker B. Green Hospital Voseuuy Allin Toscano Devrlasd Jolice Toscana

6000 L. A. Fans to Greet Indians in Home Opener

A crowd of around 6000 is expected for the opening day at the League park as the San Antonio Indiana host the Galeaton TuccsneTs in Texas League action. A parade and ceremonies begin 15 minutes before the 4 PM game with Mayor Chambers leading the festivities alongside civic and business leaders.

L. A Indians San Antonio Indiana Gale Chambers Chambee of Commerce

Broadend Mass Meeting With Local Political Candidates

Citizens League schedules a broad mass meeting at 6245 p m with speakers including Sheritt Albert Uousser Majch Minus Frank C. Davis and candidates Da Te V Robichaus presiding. A follow up broadcast on KONG features remarks by Kendall Admiration Tirlel TeMiy and Quirk.

Mayor Silent On League Demands At City Hall Meeting

The city mayor offered no comment on league demands and stressed that reporters and the public will learn of council actions only as they occur. Asked about the administration’s stance on the league’s agenda, he gave a generic reply and indicated no definite position was set.

Hilives Whee Mmbees Stis League Semana Add’ Jae

Rioters Free Prisoners in Spain Riot Event

Rioters released prisoners in Spain as a crowd moved through the streets without police intervention. Madrid reports mention a cabinet delegation traveling by air to discuss the republic’s relations with the central government.

Banchlona Spain Madrid Spanish Republic Horcelina Francisco Macia Indalevia Mrnelo Ferumiio de Los Telek Nicholan Dolwer Heanor Carrageo Movin Nivete Aletta Zamorin Melandry Lerrouy Vis Supreme Court Alfonse Conlinund

Blumer Rescued After Abduction Near Rockford

Fred T Blumer, president of Blumer Prodiela near-beer firm, was abducted April 1 and held for 190000. He was found exhausted in a hotel near Decatur after a police pursuit across Illinois. He was released unharmed. abductors fled toward Canada.

Green County Pla Tatzinger Hirst National Tank Manrut S.a Blumer Company Wolls Rail Decatur Wells Lulsinger Blumer Derator Wells Baid Rockford Chicago William Cusack Streator Illinois Mogins Med Cauada

One killed and forty injured in Upper Egypt unrest

A chaotic scene in Upper Egypt left one person dead and about forty wounded as mobs confronted security forces during a ceremony honoring a public figure. Authorities moved in to separate rioters and evacuate passengers amid falling debris and disruption.

Berm Upper Egypt Br & Mab

Stephenson Denied New Murder Trial in Indianapolis Case

Stephenson, former Ku Klux Klan figure, was denied a request for a new murder trial in the case surrounding the death of Miss Slage in Indianapolis. The denial comes as the court refused to grant post conviction relief, leaving prior verdict and sentence in place.

Stephenson Nobwesvilless Fred Hamilton Olay C. Stee Wiheavon Anew Sre Misa Indianapelis

Detroit Man-Ts Gangster Victim

Detroit man William Lefttz died on Hide Street after being shot. Police allege gangland involvement and a motive linked to prior feuds. The victim reportedly loved to hate and had alleged associates tied to the case.

Detroit William Lefttz Allege

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