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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1931

Page

2

Police Chiefs and Corruption Probe Stir Chicago Memoir

A Detroit Detroit Times report outlines findings from a police commission critique of city policing. It praises radio use and rapid arrests while condemning political influence in chief selections and noting alleged graft in Chicago Milwaukee and Indianapolis.

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Fragmentary ad copy notes classified needs in San Antonio paper

A damaged OCR style snippet discusses William Tell myth, delicacy, and a classified ad marketplace. It mentions Light Classified Ads and claims the paper is a strong source for finding used cars in San Antonio. The text is garbled and non coherent with multiple filler phrases.

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Education Gap Among Police Across Cities Highlighted

A 1925 Detroit analysis of 142 patrolmen found 72 percent lacked high school education. The commission warned chiefs, pressured by mayors and patrons, often follow brutal orders to push political agendas. It notes 69 percent of police personnel in large cities never completed high school and stresses widespread educational shortfalls.

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Divorced Army Men Marry Each Other s Ex-Wives

In Flamptons Virginia two divorced officers wed each other s former spouses in a late afternoon ceremony. The couples were Major Berry with Mrs Dodge and Major Percy with Mrs Feederiod, both officiated by Capt Henred at Fort Montaine. The event echoes a prior arrangement in the postwar era.

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Highway 75 Association Elects Officers for New Term

The Highway 75 Association re elected Anz Kr. Geet and Pam G. Kenar as president and treasurer. The meeting covered ongoing projects and organizational duties, with members noting continued focus on advocacy and community alignment across the region.

Highway 75 Assn Wiamudeg Anz Kr Pam G. Kenar Bead Bieine Wena Tinshel Hire Indy

Man Freed In California After Girl Attacked

A 27 year old man was freed amid a San Diego homicide case in which an 18 or 19 year old girl was attacked. Jurors debated the suspect’s role as police investigated details from the incident at a city park. Witnesses described the assault and a farmer named Sinmer was mentioned in the case records.

San Diego Cali Bradehaw Rein Miss Mead Farmer Sinmer Vercien

Untitled Fragmentary Note Mentions Al Capone and Trials

A garbled OCR snippet references Al Capone, a trial, and vague public figures. It mentions legal action, characters, and unnamed locations with unclear context and reliability. The passage lacks coherent facts, names, or dates to form a full news item.

Police on the New York Gang War Killings

Police across New York fought a gang war last night leaving one dead and wounding two officers and four suspects after a car chase and exchange of gunfire. Names given include Frank Christofor and Vangelio Vengalli as early suspects in the Harlem incident.

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Detroit Gang War Ends in Slaying Case Rise

In Detroit a long 18 month offensive against vice and racketeering culminates with the slaying of Gerald Buckley and indictments tied to gang activity. The grand jury probes police corruption, organized crime, and racketeering as hearings unfold in the city’s effort to curb criminal networks.

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Chicago Pushes War on Gangs Public Enemies List Expanded

Chicago moves to curb gang activity by the Chicago Crime Commission adding 28 names to its public enemies roster, expanding an earlier list. The expansion follows a letter from concerned groups and aims to continue the anti gang campaign with renewed vigor.

Chicago Chicago Grime Commission Alphonse Carene Prenard Chieseo Ganzedom Sirgins

Divorce Granted In Chicago Opera Star Case

A Chicago Opera star was granted a divorce on cruelty charges after a troubled marriage. The pair had separate lives and earlier separations, with medical specialist Lip Munus not contesting the action.

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Turkish Airmen Plan Global Flight Milestone

Aug 1 Turkiye observers report bold predictions that future air travel will rely on in flight refueling and nonstop long distance routes. Predicted by Joba Pilando as he prepares to meet President Kemal Mashawilly Thaxell Boardiana for celebratory honors and talks. The fliers aim to receive gold medals and meet Istanbul officials, the military commander, and the Turkish Aviation League president.

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Chinese Warlords Clash Near Nanjing Amid Civil Strife

Reports from Shanghat describe Chinese warlords engaging near Nanjing as they contest control of the nation’s capital region. The fighting pits Shih Yu-San’s northern forces against Canprat Chane Haueling’s faction in Manchuria and central China.

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Germany Faces Economic Strain as Banks Raise Rates

Berlin reports indicate Germany seeks support from London talks with Hoover funds and stock power shifts. The Reichsbank raised discounts from 10 to 18 percent signaling tighter credit as Bonn seeks upstream remedies amid Rhine Ruhr revival hopes.

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U8 School Survey Gets 17 Consultants Aug 1

Washington officials announce a national school survey starting July 1 with 17 consultants and four year scope. The effort led by Paul Mort of Columbia University aims to cost about 50000, under Commissioner Cooper’s plan, amid details of the government program and educational leadership.

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Both Houses Scrutinize Oil Aims and Conservation Bills

Lawmakers in both chambers debate oil industry cures and Woodward conservation bills. A proposed conservation commission would set duties and regulate waste from production to transport, funded by a production tax and per-barrel levy. The Senate moves toward the commission while the House weighs related amendments and procedural steps.

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Col Coupal Sees Coolidge Likely Won’t Run

Col Coupal says President Coolidge would accept the old term and not seek another. He notes Coolidge’s dislike of office and that the decision to run would come from the people, with ideas of Coolidge as a potential candidate dimmed by age and health concerns.

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Mexico Receipts Hit Nine Million Five Hundred Thousand

Mexico Cuey August 1 The treasury department announced the government’s deficit for the first five months of the year was about 9 825 000 pesos One of the principal sources of the deficit is expected to be relief payments by the union government while high tariffs remain under negotiation

Mexico Cuey Lressary Simo Peaon Cabont

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