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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1931
Page
1
A chaotic mix of 1950s era concerns covers grasshoppers invading crops, oil shortages risking price spikes, and calls for martial law. Officials warn of plagues and pests while lawmakers debate the antiplague and gas weapon ethics amid wartime ethics and legal commentary on crime.
Ralph Bankston, wanted on liquor charges in Atlanta, is arrested after a pursuit along Annston Street. In the melee Hartman fires a shot into the air. Bankston collapses on the sidewalk and is taken to headquarters. Investigators confirm Bankston’s identity and seek Georgia officials.
In Los Angeles on August 6, attorneys for Vivian and Arsetta Dw rane settle their $30,000 damage suit against J. J. Angus, former business representative for a motion picture and stage players company. Superior Judge Charles B. McCoy dismissed the case after ruling the claim was misapplied and that the sisters had acted to meet certain obligations with the money. Beth.
Mexico City August 1 report says a train from Carule derailed near here, injuring few passengers. OG. A. Eaton of San Antonio Texas was among the passengers. The cause and exact injuries remain unclear in the fragmented dispatch.
Australian aviator AL Mollison landed at Permary hay near Kaathourne from Howe at 2 70 o'clock this afternoon breaking the Australia England flying record of 10 days 23 hours set by seat G. W. AL Seat 7.
The fragmentary forecast mentions winds and temperatures, with odd phrases and misspellings. It references Friday weather expectations, mentions east winds and coastal terms, and adds a note about weather on Day 2.
Elizabeth Windham preached her wife to death in Rumter. A negro evangelist continued a routine at 4 o’clock Tuesday night when he collapsed. He died Wednesday morning from heart failure shortly after the event.
Balchen foresees round the world flight in six days as aviation advances. He cites speed gains and greater efficiency, noting recent record attempts by Byrd and Wiley Post as milestones toward a global nonstop era within 16 years.
Cloudy weather with light to moderate southerly winds continues in the city. San Antonio Thursday and Friday are expected to stay overcast with cooler temps, minimum around 70s and a high near 80s.
Severe rain and thunderstorms spread across the British Isles and northwest Europe. The storms caused fatalities and disrupted heat relief efforts as authorities urged caution amid the deluge and rising floods.
In Jackson Mississippi Tingh L White and Mike Sennett Conner began bargaining for votes from two eliminated candidates to influence the Democratic primary runoff. The report notes concerns over vote trading and the political maneuvers surrounding the governor race.
British flyer completes flight from Fingland to Tokyo, Tachikawa area, at 5.17 p.m. local time. Aboard were G S Maraphrics and other crew. Flight covered staged segments ending at a Japanese airfield amid reports from Torio Japan.
Do X departs from Natal Brazil en route to New York with a 375 mile leg to Maceio and an overnight stop at the De Janura route. Five typewriters click in the cabin as passengers, including Mrs. Clara Adams, discuss the flight and possible purchases while the craft soars over Brazilian plantation lands.
In Farmersville Texas Basily McCarley was struck by a speeding automobile while playing on the highway in front of his home. The driver fled the scene after the hit and run. Officers traced the suspect vehicle to a nearby patch where an estimated 24 gallons of liquor were found. The assailant went to the McCarley residence seeking aid.
Chicago August trade report shows Walgreens sales for July increasing modestly over prior year. The firm posted a small gain against earlier results with a year over year improvement, reflecting continued demand and steady performance in its retail network.
Holbert J. Vann, attorney and publisher, tells a federal hearing he would appeal the case up to the Supreme Court to ban Amos and Andy from the air. He cites defending an American standard and the rights of audiences, arguing against the show as harmful to racial groups.
Loveland volunteers and the fire department won several prizes at the annual firemen’s contest. While they were working, a fire swept the canning factory near the town. Loss was estimated at about 85000 dollars.
Governor and state officials announce a near total shutdown of Oklahoma oil wells in the Oklahoma City field to halt water encroachment and curb oversupply. The plan includes closing numerous pools while pipelines and storage move oil under new restrictions. East Texas oil operators gather in Tyler to discuss voluntary cuts to accelerate price recovery.
Washington column notes the federal government watches the Oklahoma oil situation with interest but Attorney General Mitchell does not indicate any need for federal interference. The piece references Alfalfa Murray and a warlike tone over oil policy amid regional tensions.
Dororthy Thornby Bymons, 18, a choir singer, was found dead in an improvised grave. Tom Conner and Larabee Yarberty faced murder charges as investigators probe a complex slaying. Sheriff notes no solid link yet. inquest sets July 30 to August 2 death window. body found near Nuecen county. case continues.
Bared plot to incite race riots in Chicago surfaced amid a protest over evictions and non payment. Three policemen were injured. the inquest continued as two wounded officers remained under examination.
Normal in German banks BRALIN Aug 5 1 Ruasinens remained normal as tanks reopened for the second day of unre ay aceleted payments alter: having been closed for three weeks in an emergency measure of profersion. The 450 branches of the Reichs back reported yesterday's withdraw all totalled only 2,000.00 marks while the deposits mounted to $0 mil Alen.
Former United States senator and prominent South Carolina figure Blease told a local picnic gathering he would run again for the United States Senate next year. He was defeated last year by James F Byrnes of Spartanburg.
A 20 year old man was charged with homicide in the death of his girlfriend Arlene Pearl Geaitay-Young. Police report say Miss Geaitay-Young was struck on the head with a monkey wrench during a confrontation.
Universe Service reports George McManus of Greenwich Connecticut, creator of Maggie and Jiggs, will marry Mary Palmer. The couple plans a private ceremony after his long-time partner becomes a factor in his life.
Cadet Paul B Peterson was killed Thursday morning when his Advanced Flying School jet crashed near Kelly Field. Investigation found no witnesses and officials believe the cadet dived toward the ground. The body was transported to Kelly Field and funeral services are scheduled at 2 PM in the Kelly Field chapel with officers present. Cadet Peterson, a graduate of Mareh field in California, was a son of Mr and Mrs Ber Peterson of Troy Idaho.
Houston reports say a long running injunction against the highway department over a parallel bridge to the Denison toll bridge was dissolved by District Judge T. M. Kenner. The case involved claims of unpaid damages and control of crossing rights near the Red River, with references to martial law actions and National Guard deployment during the dispute.
A girl on a motorcycle was treated at Robert B. Green hospital after she hit a curb on Na litos Street Thursday. The rider, Fafelle Nomek of 300 West Menguolia avenue, sustained injuries described as not life threatening.
A steel company announces wage reductions affecting several hundred workers as production downturns tighten margins. The move follows lower demand and profit pressures in the industry, with layoffs not ruled out depending on market recovery.
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