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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1932
Page
1
The same location saw a second theft this year as two safes were pried open with gloves worn. Police report $288 stolen from two safes and minor cash in pencils half-dollars and nickels. A steel drawer held about $3500 in cash and checks but remained unopened. Entry by skylight hole and sawed door. The January 16 theft at the same site totaled $500.
Grace Bosman, a Gomentown runaway, was found wandering a block from her home by her father, George Bow man. She had wandered since last night after being reprimanded and was taken home without talking, then reunited with her mother.
A Clovis New Mexico report describes a four legged chicken over two months old, with four legs protruding from its back. The unusual bird, kept by a local watchery plant, stands out among typical hatchery outputs and accompanying melon crops.
Fragmentary advertisement text promises payments up to 100 dollars over four months. Mentions disability related benefits and a contact request but lacks readable names, places, or dates.
William Taylor was beaten, robbed, and shot after two men attacked him in his driveway and forced him into a moving car. He escaped, was pursued by Officer G W Roberts, and two suspects were arrested after a two mile chase. Police recovered a camera, a pistol, rifles, and loot. Charges are being prepared.
AUBTIN, April 18 Two professors of the University of Texas Education Department condemn Northwestern University's plan to segregate prodigies for special attention. Dr. C. F Arrewood and Dr. Manuel argue that not one in ten prodigies realizes his uniqueness and that a fully organized approach can uplift the upper ten percent already at universities.
The North Texas District Sev ier Carriers' association met at BHERMAN on April 18. Moseley of Sherman was elected president. Seventy three members attended from Bonbar Denison Gainesville Paris Ladira Honey Grove Sherman and Whiteaborn. Other officers include J A Atchinson Gainesville treasurer T O Owens Honey Grove and W J Dalben Pais secretary.
A fragment from Texas Tech graduation notes lists senior students and degree fields. The school of arts and sciences and departments like agriculture engravings and home economies show graduates or applications. Lubbock serves as the senior's permanent residence in the record.
In Hubbard the city elected a new commission with Pate named mayor and Roy Lee Borygasan as another member. The brief note records changes from old aldermanic leadership to the new city commission and mentions several names tied to the election and administration.
In Beaumont on an April day officials pursued a wartime or economic measure involving a hefty amount tied to Maine. The report notes a drawdown or adjustment of funds and details an overseeing body and county actions related to the policy.
Washington April 10. Two Federal prohibition agents W D Keaton and J G Smith Woodcock were suspended by Prohibition Director Amos W Woodward after an inquiry into the shooting of Marion McGlothlin and his wife. The investigation found they did not commit a crime but failed to meet standards of the service. Efforts continue to recruit calmer, orderly arresting agents.
Washington April 19 Advocates of passing the 2 000 000 000 soldiers bonus closed their case before the house ways and means committee. Opposition testimony led by administration and Democrat leaders centered on concerns about inflation and currency expansion to cover the remainder of the certificates. Supporters included veterans groups and business leaders praising increased purchasing power. opponents cited relief to big interests and questioned immediate payment. Details include testimony from Detroit’s David V Addy and remarks by railway union spokesperson W D Jackson and Rep Sweeney.
Elementary and junior schools dominated the Junior Business and Professional Women's Club annual wildflower show at the museum Saturday. Grockett School’s adobe house with a rock fence and flower-filled yard was the standout exhibit. Brackenridge, Beacon Hill, Bonham and Page junior high earned top prizes in basket and bowl divisions for wildflowers, while Emerson and Page Junior School excelled in posters and cartanna displays. The Brackenridge exhibit of flowers in test tubes drew crowds and will become a museum feature with fresh blooms supplied by Lydia Pagel’s class, all wrapped in cellophane to preserve life. Winners stay on exhibit through Friday.
LUBBOCK April 18. The grain industry in Lubbock surpassed 33 million in annual activity with over 7500 cars handled last season. The Lubbock Grain Exchange employs a full-time chemist to determine protein content of wheat to bolster business growth and support rapid expansion since the first car was inspected in 1928.
In LaneBo on April 1 the melon harvest faces delays as frost and cold snaps damage bolt crops. The Lareda district reports ruined produce from late March winds and snow, affecting muskmelon and cantaloupe yields this season.
Police pursue theft at Lavernia Texas drugstore after counterfeit action and missing perfume valued around six thousand two hundred dollars. Bank deposits noted in Rockport Texas amid nationwide bank closings as cities face limited banking access.
The San Antonio Bar Association plans a wide outreach mailing to about 5000 attorneys urging reforms to bar admission. The Teller notes wholesale licensing of law graduates worries the public and profession, as doors open to annual graduates from over 80 schools nationwide per W L Matthews.
Brussels reports Archduke Otto of Hapsburg, claimant to the Austrian throne, underwent surgery at Breeneckerzeel Castle yesterday for appendicitis and is said to be in better than satisfactory condition today.
C R Smith of near Levelland sold 1000 fryers to a roost cafe for 25 cents each. He said he would realize a fair profit from the sale despite high feed costs. His only feed expense is the cost of meat straps and mixed grains he grows on his farm.
A severe electrical storm over a broad West Texas region yesterday produced minimal rainfall. Dry conditions linger across Abilene and surrounding areas, delaying relief for drought-stricken land and crops.
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