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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1932

Page

5

Solons Detail Bear-Raid Allegations At Market Probe

Witnesses including Knight Bragg and Smith testified on pool and syndicate manipulation involving Rockefeller Raskob and other big players. They described inside information, short selling, and loads of questionable broker practices as hearings continue, with calls for records and future testimony.

Ward Knight Ge Firma Ruskob Hoover Administration Raskch Rockefeller Anaconda Bragg Smith William A. Gray Anxlaue Gray James J. Walker New York Percy Rockefeller Sharp Gouxens Senator Glass Virginia Smiths Glass Knight Richard Whitney New York Stock Exchange Whitney Lima Brage Alaska Juneau Mr. Smith Ab Jensb Lima Locomotive Ropper Raskob Iater Gray Sed U. S. Realty Boyage Arma Alaska Joneon Wall Street Couzens Internal Revenue Bureau Canzons Anaconda Group Lima Locomotive Group Courens Gragg Mechar Radin Meehan Radin Peal Owen D. Young Mrs. Meehan Gertrude D. Smith William F. Kenney F. Z. Fisher W.W. O. Durant Wilam Big Bil Danforth Senator Brookhart Becata

A Plague on Both Your Houses explodes in Hearst tirade

William Randolph Hearst denounces both parties in a sweeping On the campaign trail critique after Roosevelt comments on the unemployment issue. He argues a billion dollar prosperity plan would aid eight million jobless workers and spur overall recovery, blaming Roosevelt for opposing it and urging strong leadership for true democracy.

Mr. Roosevelt League Court Mr. Smith Broadway and Bowery Democratic Party William Randolph Hearst

Ambulance Called by Actress Reverses Decision in San Francisco

San Francisco April 23. An actress identified as Ince Norton, described as blonde and connected to Broadway circles, called an ambulance from an emergency hospital admitting area. She then changed her mind before hospital crew arrived, saying she feared a heart attack but did not want medical aid. The report notes she is linked to Arnold Rothstein, a New York gambler, in the surrounding commentary.

San Francisco Ince Norton Broadway Arnold Rothstein New York

350 Arrested in Washington Raids

Washington police conducted a large operation arresting 350 individuals in a series of raids linked to a week of gambling murders. The sweep targeted alleged crime figures across the capital, aiming to curb organized vice and restore public safety.

Mail Order Stock Loan Plan Probed in Senate Inquiry

The Senate Banking and Currency Committee revealed a mail order loan scheme linked to Consolidated Gas stock. Neidecker and Travellers Bank, both tied to the alleged operation, allegedly offered one year loans at low interest for stock pledges via a circular circulated to thousands of small stockholders.

Ws Universal Reno Tne New York Senate Banking and Currency B.C. Neidecker Consolidated Gus Travellers Bank Faris Senate Neldecke & Company Wall Street Consolidated Gas Company Consolidated Gas Shorts Stock Exchange Ilig State Banking Department

Capone Fate May Be Decided Within Two Weeks

In Washington April, the justice department rushes a response to Al Capone’s petition for review of his conviction for attempting to evade income tax. The case could be formally submitted to the Supreme Court within two weeks with a decision possible soon after.

Washington, D. G INS al Capone Chicago Bangland Supreme Court Department of Justice Capone

Lindbergh Baby Case Briefs From Reports

Police remain silent on leads about the missing Lindbergh infant as emissaries reportedly near a climax. A hair sample from Aberdeeen, Washington was checked by Colonel Lindbergh and his wife. a barber saved a lock from a girl resembling the infant. Reports of a suspicious child near Warren Point, New Jersey were traced to a reputable family now living nearby since March. An unnamed woman’s visit from Kansas City to Hopewell was deemed unimportant and may be a mistaken lead. Authorities caution that counterfeit ransom notes and bills have circulated, with only the New York bill confirmed as tied to a ransom payment. Local brush fires near the Lindbergh estate are unrelated to the case.

Norfolk Aberdeen Wash Charles A. Lindbergh Warren Point Osirfilane Kansas City Hopewell Norman Schwarzkopf New Jersey New York Lindberghs Schwarzkopf Lindbergh

Business Holds Own Amid Mixed Wholesale Trends

Washington report notes business has held its own in recent weeks with gains not exceeding seasonal norms. The Commerce Department also says wholesale prices fell slightly in the week of April 16 while prices for key commodities such as wheat and cotton showed improvement.

Washington, D. C Commerce Department

Aggie Group Tours New Braunfels Industries

A class of 35 to 40 Texas A and M senior students inspected major New Braunfels sites this week including the Goma power plant the New Braunfels Textile Mills and the Dittinger Roller Mill. The visit was hosted by the New Braunfels ex students association. A note invites readers to place ads for vacant property in The Light through an agent.

REW Star Anrvica M Crockett

Capone Tied to Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping Belief

Senator Bingham of Connecticut told the Senate on April 3 that an associate of Capone held the view Capone may have kidnapped the Lindbergh baby to promote his bid for public appeal and escape prison. The claim was presented as his personal opinion.

Capone Washington, D. G DNSI Seatch Bingham Connecticut Senate Today

Fewer Bank Failures in March

Washington April 13 Ins Bank failures in March totaled 45, the fewest since October 1929, with deposits involved about 15.93 million, below any period since December 1929. The March figure drops from February’s 122 and follows 442 in January and 353 in December, the monthly record prior to October.

Washington, D. C Depoalta Federal Reserve Board

Loss of British Trade Expected in 1933 Exports Drop

Washington officials predicted a drop of 150 million to 250 million dollars in American exports to England in 1933 due to Britain’s new tariff schedule. The estimate reflects anticipated impact of the tariff on U S goods reaching the English market.

Washington, D.C England

Viennese Singer Says Germans Lead in Music Taste

Vienna April 23 Maria Olsewska a Viennese opera singer who just returned from a season at the Chicago Civile Opera says Germans prize music as daily bread while Americans view it as a mere solar diversion. She notes Chicago Opera performances were excellent with full houses and plans a four month return to Chicago. Life in New York remains fascinating but the golden days are past and Americans show less interest in art and music.

Vienna Germany Maria Olssewska Chicago Civile Opera Chicago New York

Nazi Killed in Election Battle in Hamborn

In Hamborn Germany on April 23 a Nazi was stabbed to death during clashes between rival factions as anticipation built for the upcoming diet election tomorrow.

Hamborn Germany INS

Brackenridge High Day Promised by Joske’s Staff

Joske’s department store announces Brackenridge High students will visit Monday as part of Boys Week, promising improved service and a playful warning that staff may be fired if they fail to meet expectations. The event highlights community involvement and school spirit with local business support.

Brackenridge Hi Joskeatore Joske's

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