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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1931

Page

7

House Kills Intangible Asset Tax in Texas

In Austin on April 28 the House rejected an intangible asset tax bill after hours of debate. The measure would tax tangible assets with exemptions, aiming to raise about 1.6 million dollars annually. A tie vote blocked engrossment, and a motion to reconsider failed, ending the bill’s progress.

Austin Regal Bill Brat Mt Cordd McDougald Beaumont Prapavente Mraparents Ponenta SIU Thistale Committee On Highways and Motorrathic Nease

Airway Concern Will Build New Hangar at Winbure

Porter Whaley of the chamber of commerce announced plans to erect a new $10,000 hangar at Winbure airport by Southern Airwave to support a San Antonio to Mexico route network. C Narcett of Fort Worth confirmed Mexico service negotiations and expansion with additional routes to Mexico and beyond. Worker disruptions and delays were mentioned as hurdles, with construction expected to start soon.

Winbure Southern Airwave San Antonio Porter Whaley Omyager Chamber of Commerce Whaley Moblerey Han Tuls Gptoal Mexica Lly Toxam Die Vielom Southern Airways C. Narcett Fort Worth We Aard Mexico Merwnen Antonia Modie Valen Traction

Legislative wrangle on highway bill and representation

Fragmented report notes legislators debating a 212 million highway measure likely postponed due to form errors. Mentions track legislation, a push to abolish an value tax, and a constitutional amendment proposal limiting representation in counties over 500000 people.

Senate

Nominating Committee Named by Man Antonin Little Theater

Mrs Oppenheimer will head the nominating committee for the Man Antonin Little Theater with Mary-Honneck Tune Denman Pant Mino named as other members. Directors to be formally announced at the May meeting. The Guardsman is set as the play at the Ran Paideo Playhouse on Thursday and Friday nights.

Ran Paideo Playhouse

Jack Diamond Rally Near Ma Catakill Mountain Hideout

Jack Diamond shows improved vitality after a rally near Ma Catakill Mountain hideout. A physician notes the boost may be temporary, as past panglioni bullets cut him down last year and he remains under close watch by Buckahot adversaries.

Jack Diamond Dimond Pangloni Ballets Potter Buckahot Catakill Mountain Mac

K of C Leader Speakers at Meet in New Town

Tobert McKenzie of New Toren Conui, supreme council representative of the Knights of Columbus, addressed about 400 members of the order. He spoke on Thursday night and planned travel to Bandora and Douglas after the session.

Tobert McKenzie New Toren Conui Supreme Council Knights of Columbe Lit Atethishon iAemis Knighta Colum McKenzie Bandora Douglas Arie

School Board Splits Over Hartley in San Antonio Topic

The San Antonio school board debated delaying action on Hartley’s superintendent appointment amid accusations of political meddling. Members voted down a substitute motion to reappoint Hartley, then approved a motion restricting political influence on hires. Stokes charged a rotten political machine. the board considered delaying decision until May, with ongoing disputes over terms and authority.

Stokes Hartley Mary King Tub O Gilmore Stella Walker Weer Ho. King San Antonio Flurtley D. Gilmore Wuile Dr Momera Ileelared Wartler Breda Steves Whiker Tartler Dresen Blakes Baile TurUey Mra Walker Yate Haile W. St. Williama Mra J. HK. King Nreasant Mary King Poe Hogs of dix Tno Toile Birn Hobbie Cucaday Mire Walker Hours Mortles Huile Stokes Uren Habbie

Death by own action verdict in 84, Teodoro Martinez case

Coroner's jury verdict says Teodoro Martinez 46 died by his own hand in a rear house at 710 South San Jacinto Street. Justice John Shook returned the verdict on Wednesday after statements from widow Isabel Martinez and City Detective WT Beltebell.

Teodoro Martinez Cearthouse San Jacinto Street Turaday Pesce John Shook Hook Bre Isabel Martinez Beltebell

Reichsbank Annual Turnover Report Shows Decline

Reichsbank reported at today's general meeting of shareholders a turnover total of 507,000,000 marks in TV and 171,000,000 marks in Tf Amerk, with an exchange value of 24 cents. The figures show a lower turnover compared with the prior period.

Reichsbank Bergdin An- Juink Relohabank

Man Found Dead in New Orleans Resident of 8 A

A man was found dead on a downtown New Orleans street. An examination attributed death to natural causes. The body appeared dragged to the spot, and police suspected the victim may have died nearby before being moved. Names and exact ages are unclear from the readable text.

New Orleans 8. A Parkera Davens Wort Philadelphia Terry W. Notna San Antonio Dolice Theta Murdock Smith County Huebold Macrad Mo' Hanes Glenn Hartavu Tela

Bases Are Chosen by Texas U for Geology Studies

The University of Texas geology department selects San Marcos and Comal counties for the fourteenth summer geology camp. Dr Whitney and Robert L H Cuyler will lead the program, with Jacob Cortuccon overseeing the field study. The project will examine structural conditions and stratigraphy in Wendhean and Gull series rocks.

Austin University of Voxay San Marcogaml Whitney Robert LH. Cuyler Nys Comal Jacob Cortuceonn

Riddled Car Clue in Woman's Death

A sedan with a bullet hole was found in Has t One Bunded and Pitts City and may shed light on the murder of Virginia Tirannell a 10 cents dancing hostess shot near St Joseph's seminary in Yonkers Eversthive. The interior showed signs of struggle the rear seat cushion was soaked with blood and a window shot out. Police say the shots likely came from inside the car.

Pitts-City Virginia Tirannell Dancy Tasoph Yonkers Eversthive

Chambers Issues Music Week Edict Declared for San Antonio

Mayor C. Chambers issued a proclamation announcing a three to nine day Music Week to be observed in San Antonio schools and organizations under the San Antonio Music Week association. The week features harmonica, accordion and fiddler contests and a series of programs at playgrounds, hotels and class meetings.

Chambers

San Antonio in Atlantic Service debut for transatlantic route

The SS San Antonio of the French Tyr express cotton service begins Houston to Le Havre and Netherlands runs, with relocation of Die vesuel to arrive Houston Aveil 20. A. Deslnp, local manager, notes trans-Atlantic voyage plans amid home buyers urged to view real estate ads.

San Antonio

Seven Die In Oklahoma Oil Rig Fire Tragedy

A disastrous oil rig blaze near Oklahoma City claims seven lives among workers from Lottland Brothers of Tulsa. Foreman Lee Brumley and head pusher Lee Brown perish as flames engulf the derrick and nearby camps. Survivors and families await details while authorities probe causes and rescue efforts. The death toll underscores the peril of early offshore rigs and the community’s mourning.

Rewdie Inferna Rabbit Mart Akrdntore Oka Roughieck Lee Brumley Wichity Palle Lottland Brothers Tulsa Lee Brown Contractom Atl & Fa Uae Ber Artivore Obla Urwaley Oklahoma City

Man Shown Mercy in Corpus Christy Theft Case

Oliver Klek pleaded guilty to theft over fifty dollars in Ninety-fifth District Court. He received a five year suspended sentence after a mercy action by 12 jurors moved by his offer of funds to visit relatives in Corpus Christi. Local police were notified. Kirk’s prior burglary record is noted.

Oliver Klek Sheul Wits Elyon Corpis Christi Xa Ben J. Lee Corpus Christ Kirk Corpus Christi

Peacock Academy Honor Roll Achieves Top Ranking

Peacock Academy honors list features students such as Mey, Davix, Halen, Milan, Surkey, Mowanl, Redan Raut, Neville, and Merritt. The top rank is held by Merritt Nant with eight standout entries, reflecting school performance across grade levels and activities.

Vxcogdigwal Halen Milan Prentin Surkey Jack Mowanl Redan Raut- Tedge Chaplon Neville Ait Merritt Nant

Fire roars as oil well sparks a blaze and chaos grips town

Reports describe a massive fire at an oil field near a Prairie Crook well as deputies guard the scene and journalists and relatives await updates. Speculation centers on a rock or guard failure triggering the blaze, with experts noting nearby wells may face danger if flames spread.

Cole Reyser Alraighley Roullahonta Venezuela New East Texan Alen Cale

Corns Relief Cream Ad Claims Quick Pain Free Cure

An ad pitches a corn treatment promising fast relief with fingers and gentle application. It touts comfort for hoisted feet and claims to reduce inflammation quickly, appealing to workers on their feet and those with cracked or bleeding skin. The piece reads with playful marketing language and urges readers to try the product from a dealer.

Tonk

Water Truck Hearing Requested incounty Civil Action

A motion to set a date for a civil action contesting state officials interfering with a water truck operation in Tilalpa County is on the Perth Court of Civil agenda for May 16. Attorney Allred seeks injunctions against officials including I G Minros and Jim Fergus over the water trucks and related equipment.

Adi Aner Witch J. i. Engoloma Tilalpa Perth Rasen Rly Allred Gentral I. G. Minros State Highway Patrol Jimnce Fergus

Mexico Plans to Oust 7000 Citizens in Mexico

The Wormdext reports Mexico plans to expel more than 7000 American citizens after a survey showed many held temporary passports and had not registered as permanent residents. Immigration rules may allow stay without renewed documents, while observers see possible retaliation for U.S. immigration actions.

Walo Esas Mexico Sagatin Teralil- Vest Aedion United States Mazicana

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