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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1931
Page
1
A cluttered column by Arthur Brisbane among other notes discusses Will Rogers speeches, F. E. Murphy and Minnesota radio advertising, and space age ideas. It weaves in Napoleonic references, cosmic weight loss, and early newspaper radio debates while praising Murphy and stressing radio advertising as competition for papers.
Maj. Gen. Smedley D. Butler's congressional medal of honor citation comes into question after a Washington Herald interview quoting Minister Trelegarde of Tiaiti. The minister claims Butler boasted of attacking Fort Fisher and taking Port Rivera, while Butler and Navy officials debate the accuracy of the account and possible repercussions.
A garbled excerpt describes a fisher tale with names and places blurred by OCR. It references a pickerel catch and a sequence of actions, but the legible facts are minimal and the text remains incoherent.
A damaged report describes a alleged dynamite plot near Branson Canyon and three farms, with suspects tied to prank groups. An Oklahoma officer reportedly found a warning note and pipe related to the plan, while authorities seek to verify details and ensure public safety.
Garry Herrmann former Pall Club president dies after long illness at his home in Tierrniana. The passing comes following years of frailty with health worsening in recent months. He was a prominent civic figure and long associated with the Pall Club.
Fragmentary report from New York describes three tons of narcotics confiscated after arrival from Milwaukee. The seizure was tied to an unnamed vessel and involved police investigation. The article notes an estimated value around 85 million but lacks complete details.
The report recalls a spring day when the Battle of Klowers drew attention amid uncertain weather. Spectators and officials prepared for events, with warnings about Saturday arrangements and a planned fort fiesta.
A fire truck and several cars collided near South Presa and Caroline streets Saturday morning. The fire truck struck a parked automobile and another car was damaged by a hose, sending the driver to safety. no serious injuries were reported.
A fragmented report notes the ex-Kaiser, once indisposed, is gradually recovering and plans to resume duties soon. The obscure text mentions a light illness and a tentative recovery timeline, with a suggestion of imminent work restoration.
Fragmented OCR text notes snow in Kansas with mentions of Dalby Scott City and Phillipsburg area. It references rain in western Kansas and a storm affecting lives with distress and a line about a "bad affliction of women under 40" and a dental stress context. The passage is unclear and contains garbled phrases.
Cloudy nights with patchy drizzle in the Antonin region. Saturday morning cool with rising temperatures, high near 00. Sunday remains unsettled with scattered showers possible, especially in the northeast. Northwest and northwest sectors report variable cloudiness and brief showers. Monday and Tuesday forecast to be milder with seasonal temperatures and light winds.
A brief local weather notice warns of a mild spring norther reaching San Antonio Sunday with partial cloudiness. Forecaster Uy Tarton notes a cold spell from the Rocky Mountains, bringing frost potential, especially Sunday morning, with temperatures around 60s by day and near freezing at night.
Distribution of food to about 3700 unemployed men was expected to continue despite an attack on relief worker Marlow who was beaten when he refused to surrender the Keydoom storehouse and supplies. The incident occurred as relief efforts continued in Wichita Falls in April.
Daylight saving time begins this Sunday as nations adjust clocks. Officials urge residents to set clocks forward one hour and note potential confusion for schedules and services across regions.
A District Court session considered the appeal of Devoe on a case involving Clara Tow. The proceedings focused on dates, bail negotiations, and related legal motions as the court weighed the merits of the appeal and potential secrecy issues.
April 25 report notes Lie Isaac D. Kelley Jr. linked to a kidnapping case now tied to a suspected killing. A local committee proposes heightened vigilance. The piece also mentions girls’ overalls approved and a state supervisor Myrtle A. Im commenting on rest room regulations, with unclear support.
Mexican authorities say a youth arrested near Laredo on Friday in connection with a fatal shooting is an American citizen born in New Braunfels. San Antonio detectives produced papers showing dual nationality, while Mexican officials indicate they will consider returning him to Texas. A $25 reward for the fugitive’s return was offered, and officials in Austin stayed in contact with Mexican authorities as the case unfolded amid disputed jurisdiction and confusion over the youth’s status.
Want ads advertise a village sale and trade options. The copy mentions a four room dwelling on Saint Mary Street and a Bonih Rosa property, with offers from SGM and Clags. Cleanliness items and general opportunities are advertised, noting a classified ad for Sunday and Saturday notices.
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