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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1932
Page
13
A curious notice describes nickel sized slugs advertised as non magnetic for use in stamp machines pay phones slot machines and amusements. The item is presented as a new commodity sold by a state enterprise with questionable utility and potential legal penalties for use in certain devices.
The narrative recalls a recent tale about game trapper J. B. Hearn of Eneinal and his pursuit of a papa Jin mountain lion. After widespread trapping in Webb County, the trapper reportedly captured the papa Jin last night, trapping the lion in a stone feature where it fought the trap for some time before succumbing.
A diverse mix of notes from San Antonio and national figures appears. A 150 pound rifle specimen was mounted after transfer from a distant source. A. R. Tines, a chemist, is linked to a gang with two lionesses, while C. R. Landon notes large counts of bobcats and coyotes in a recent federal survey. Frances Opp, a 43 year nurse from Filkhart, Ind, attends the American Nurses association convention and recounts long service including years and travels.
The passage recalls a prominent local nurse known for tending patients including the BseOururick family and ex Governor Porter of Indianapo lis. It mentions McGul fey the schoolbook author, Flores the chief investigator, and Anthony DeYoung, tying them to Elkbarl’s social memory and history.
The county commission agreed to continue paying assistant county attorneys from the general fund for two months to allow time for a court review. Judge W A Warebach and commissioners met informally as County Attorney D B Davis was briefed. An earlier opinion by Assistant District Attorney C J Matthews supported payment from fees, while Ar thur Wright argued the general fund was correct.
Commissioner Paul A. Lockhart files charges against W. S. Hugli for impersonating a United States Navy seaplane service captain to obtain $13.50 from W. B. LaNices. Hugli pleads not guilty and a hearing is set for Thursday. The case marks the first such impersonation charge tied to this branch of service in the area.
Major J A Wong assistant chief of staff for training and operations in the Second division will complete his four year tour in Intal capacity April 27. He has been granted leave of absence for two months and 10 days before reporting at Fort Slim as Instructor In the Field artillery school. He was appointed Empire during the First Cavalry Maneuvers at Fort Sill and his brave wit n it became effective upon completion of that duty about May 24.
Cant. Lee Vv Turnbull announces an officers camp for reserve national guard and regular army officers to be held May 1 at Saluto Creek Fort Sam Houston with Turnbull in charge.
A Tuesday meeting in the Actes Building reviewed Loyal Legion efforts to strengthen San Antonio amid other city improvements. H H Ochs led the discussion, noting letters from George W Saunders about painting and repairs, with house to house surveys planned but not yet launched.
City officer Tohn McMullen and E. J. Kerber were acquitted of an aggravated assault charge in county court. They testified Fitzgerald kicked McMullen and resisted arrest after being shown a warrant. Fitzgerald claimed the pair planned to take him for a ride and resisted.
The school board discussed a broad economy program affecting the buildings and grounds department and potentially other areas. Roger Brokes urged caution while Edgar Perry, superintendent of buildings and grounds, received four weeks vacation starting May 1 with pay. The board debated two year contracts for assistant superintendents to reduce personal insecurity among staff.
The federal government posted openings for four jobs including an assistant gardener with a starting salary of about 126 a year and a male attendant for Os 10 to the Medical Hygiene program with a starting salary around 1620. Two women teachers are needed in the Philippines one for secondary English at 3000 pesos and a normal school demonstration teacher at 9000 pesos. a peso equals about 60 cents in American money.
United States joins a contractor against Packer Roofing Thomas P Brennan Earl J Brennan and Fidelity and De nccatt alleging $215.47 remains due on a contract for an officers mess building and bakery at Randolph field. A bellwether was set for May 2 as the new federal district term opens.
Police seized a large sedan linked to a suspected bizarre stunt in Austin. Detectives reported no charges yet as they investigated the driver and circumstances surrounding the attempted display of the bulletproof car.
Col F J Hennessey former Eighth Corps Area coordinator in San Antonio urges residents to oppose an 11 percent federal pay cut plus a one month furlough. He warns the payroll loss could hit San Antonio hard and calls for reorganizing government personnel and eliminating overlap. He cites potential savings from merging bureaus and stresses citizen lobbying to lawmakers.
Mrs. Marshall Story of 214 Roosevelt avenue won a Greyhound Bus Lines national radio contest prize over the Columbia Broadcasting system. She will receive a round trip ticket for herself and a second designate to any Greyhound destination plus 50 pounds. The winning essay described the Redwood highway to California, part of Greyhound’s April program.
Postal records show a sharp daily loss of almost $1000 during April 1 to 15, 1931. Treasurer P. G. Lucus notes the period compares with last year's totals of $59,522.83 for the same weeks, this year $49,213.95, a shortfall of $10,308.88.
World War veteran George M. Hurt files in federal district court seeking payment of a $10,000 life insurance policy. He asserts entitlement to monthly benefits dating from his honorable discharge on May 16, 1849, through judgment.
San Antonio mounted mailmen perform long daily itineraries delivering seeds mail and parcels. The tally shows 300 miles within city limits and 214 miles in collection routes, with 478 miles attributed to mounted carriers serving suburban and rural areas.
Operators of motion picture machines in six San Antonio theaters faced unemployment after employers discharged the workers Tuesday in response to a threatened Monday strike. The Texas Majestic Empire Aztec and Palace theaters used non union stage hands to present shows on schedule. Henry Sherman of Publix Theaters Corp said the union demanded stage hands for these houses, as had been done in the past.
H C Patterson of 731 East Elmira avenue was indicted for the murder of Pred Valdez at Tony's Place near the baseball park. His prior bond of 1500 was increased to 2500 after arrest. Patterson claimed self defense as investigators collected seven sworn statements from witnesses.
The Texas State Conference of Bricklayers Masons and Plasterers International Union sues in the 1940s district court seeking 470 100 insurance from National Surety Co over alleged shortages of 16 021 The petition cites former secretary treasurer Dan J Collins and alleged fraud by listed officials claims coverage extended to Texas Conference branch bodies during 1918 to 1940 with alleged sharing between 1920 and 1940 and invokes policy protections.
B G Lileas 42 with offices in the Alamo National building was extradited from Texas to Oklahoma on charges of selling speculative securities without a permit. He was arrested Monday afternoon on an executive warrant. Sheriff Albert Hausser stated a deputy sheriff aided the Oklahoma officer in locating him. Details of the charges were not released.
The Texas Wool and Mohair Warehouse Association reports a 25 percent drop in Texas mohair this year after a meeting at the Gunter hotel Monday night. Chairman L A Schreiner Kerrville led a committee including C Belcher Del Rio and Fred J Horner Uvalde. the Texas clip is expected at six million pounds for 1992, with a national clip forecast cut to about 14 million pounds.
Ray Banks and Michael Downey were charged with robbery by assault in the alleged taxi hold-up of Jack Shannan a delivery for the Alnus Vaxi company Inst Pridvy. Charges filed by Sheriff Albert Hausser in Justice Jos P. Onion's court after Sheriff Coley forwarded. Austin vicinity authorities holding them for further action.
Funeral services for U. S. Pawkett, 65, who died recently, were held Tuesday at Har y and McCollum chapel with interment at Mission Burial Park. Officiants were Rev. Lang, Rev. Nobles, Rev. Entspivger, and Rev. Gates. Pawkett had lived here since 1910 and led the traffic and freight bureau of the chamber of commerce since 1916. pallbearers were business associates.
Local authorities issued a warning after thieves stole guinea pigs from a hospital facility. Two pens containing animals used for experiments were taken, raising concerns about security and potential infection risks. The incident prompted an investigation led by Superintendent Halvig and hospital staff.
A Texas appliance dealer from San Antonio urged delegates at the forty-third annual Associated Muster Plumbers convention to back state laws banning the sale of appliances by the San Antonio Public Service Company. He cited rising gas and electric appliance sales and said both spouses often work, increasing demand for time‑saving devices. W. H. Warren of Houston led the session as the convention, opening Monday, planned committee reports elections and next meeting place.
In Ohio and San Antonio reports police are asked to assist public service crews after street cars are pulled nightly by vandals. Thornbran police have been patrolling and dealing with the disturbance as crews request help.
In a Raleigh column, Verdwy Wills argues that government tax proposals penalize producers and shift costs to buyers. He likens the proposals to Coxey’s Army and claims manufacturers face discrimination while consumers pay inflated prices for goods. He warns Congress may erode profits and jobs.
Unfortunate animals in San Antonio find care at a new refuge funded by Mrs. H. M. Aubrey and run by the San Antonio Humane Society. The Adams Street shelter houses dogs cats horses and pigeons awaiting adoption and relies on donations for food and supplies.
John W. Dailey of Bonham Texas newly appointed consul to Argentina conferred this week with local dealers about Latin American trade. Howell W. Jones of the bureau of domestic and foreign commerce announced Dailey has consular experience in Prague and Geneva and studied at Texas and Becannon University France.
San Antonio Light reports former Loyal Legion head William Ochse will host a boxing bout night for newsboys at Exposition Hall. Ochse presented tickets to the boys to encourage amateur athletics in the city.
A theft at H. M. McNealy's store along Weal thed avenue involved stealing groceries and tobacco worth around 25 dollars. Police are investigating and request information from anyone with leads, urging calls to the Lexington avenue station.
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