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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1931
Page
3
Report from the Northwest Territories describes Lindberghs delayed by a insistently weathered region. A prominent navigator and his spouse were en route near the Arctic ice pack, with refueling plans disrupted by dense haze and unsettled conditions.
Aug. report from Havana shows trolley workers staying out while motormen and conductors protest wage demands. Taxicabs and cars resume limited service as authorities urge negotiation to avoid shutdowns.
A 500 dollar check from A. T. Wilson to J. Angnou, San Antonio hair specialist, figures in a contract dispute over a restoration project. The agreement, dated months back, mislaid funds on deposit while a lawyer reviews terms. Magnon predicts possible restoration of funds and a summer license test, despite seasonal setbacks.
Chicago report states a child died ten days after a blade of grass pierced his mouth during a struggle with a bully. The infection developed in hospital care, leading to the fatal outcome for the boy.
A Wed night in Ridge Park near the Sunken Garden two men robbed a carful of teens, briefly brandishing a weapon. Police secured descriptions but no arrests. victims were shaken and police investigated prowlers in the area.
Mrs. TER Delany of Tachmoor Avenue frightened burglars early Thursday morning by turning on a light after hearing a window entry attempt. She woke to a dim figure fleeing as police searched the neighborhood for the prowler, with Officer Gil Leichman leading the search.
Cleveland dispatch notes rail union executives discuss relief plans for unemployed locomotive workers. The report covers union leaders in Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen presenting proposals to assist members facing joblessness. In other news from Dunmow England, Edgth Wilfrid Walker awaits six months in jail after fraud to a dealer firm.
Governor Sirr Whe Ledlay urged expanding Iragreat five Tesays, Inc. to a Southwide movement. Progressive Texans, Inc. would run the state development campaign to solve economic issues and extend into cotton states. The effort includes large newspaper advertising campaigns to educate the public.
The Quaker diplomat Major General Smedley D. Butler, who holds Marine commanding roles, has asked for 30 days leave of absence before retirement. His request, submitted from Quantico, Virginia, was sent to Major General T. T. Fuller, commandant of the Marine Corps, as he prepares to demobilize in October.
The article reports on the Norwegian submarine Nautilus preparing for an Arctic voyage from Tromsø toward the Arctic waters. Capt. Sloan Danehower leads a crew including Sverdrup and German scientist Herz Villingtr, with refueling stops planned and a shift to sub-Arctic gear and provisions.
Sydney reports government action seizing flour intended for dole bread after master bakers refused to supply at the contracted price. The move followed earlier deals with a single supplier and drew support from millers yeast makers and delivery groups, leaving the unemployed without bread.
In Asotin Washington a 10 year old boy named Mobert Nichols was brought to the scene after Sheriff John Worwell was found slain. Witnesses say the youth claimed he fired a shot to escape and that others would be frightened. The incident occurred as officers investigated a nearby provost store.
Los Angeles August 6 The prosecution seeks circumstantial evidence against Dari Clark former beauty queen on trial for his life with W J Bord presenting witnesses. Anna Spencer and Charles A Crowlood and Herbert Spencer were killed in Merrywood last May 20. Clark surrendered two days after the shooting but made no statement to police. Testimony shows the slain men were seen by witnesses near Clark’s home.
Jack Rayburn ten years old of 243 Dunning Avenue will be tried September 2 in the Resor County juvenile court by County Judge W A Warzhaeh on a murder charge for the shooting death of eight year old Roger Dohi at 302 Neekshire Avenue. Detectives say he accidentally shot his friend while home alone. authorities note he cannot be tried for murder after turning age or due to other legal constraints.
Hutchinson Kansas August 6 Anz law requiring 3 federal permit for wheat growers is sought to address in congress which many Caskel county farmers are sighing. The proposed plan would restrict wheat rating base this regard at present would gain a rate reduction afterday and fix the price of the commodity.
Report from Denver describes a chaotic but ceremonial welcome for the father of a visiting queen. The crowd, officials and locals observed as he entered, with a light exchange about the heat. He was noted for cleaning his face with handkerchiefs amid the reception.
The widow of Theodore Roosevelt marks her seventieth birthday with family and friends in attendance. She has long been connected to the Roosevelt legacy and once shared the White House years with the nation’s storied leadership.
A garbled communication from Mrs Minnie Kennedy and references to Aimee Semple McPherson touch on marriage, loyalty, and business matters. The note mentions travel to Las Vegas, a telegraph gift, and assurances of support, with hints of ongoing personal and public entanglements.
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