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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1931
Page
13
A garbled OCR fragment mentions political figures and campaigns in Oklahoma with unclear names and scattered phrases about elections, crimes, and past events. The text hints at a presidential context, media commentary, and regional references without coherent details or verifiable facts.
Fort Worth police lack clues after a bank messenger holdup. Four men escaped with currency and a satchel at the Pacific depot as Green described the getaway. Investigations continue with scant leads and few details released to the press.
The article reports delays in the federal building project for New York inspiring a push to reallocate funds. It notes Myited Staten government timing, possible seven year planning blocks, and red tape hindrances delaying construction and the appropriation through the next regular session.
Washington August 11 The sale of grape concentrates used to make wine is properly handled by the purchaser and cannot be charged as illegal by prohibition officers. Commissioner A W Woodwork said the ruling follows a heated controversy over whether grape concentrate should face penalties when sold for wine production.
Seven people die when a Chicago Milwaukee and Pacific passenger train collides with a car at a grade crossing. Victims include Brno Wands 23 and family. Henry 10 and Delores 7 Walker from Milwaukee. Martha Rutowski 29 and her husband from Chicago. Wood’s car stalled as he tried to beat the engine to the crossing. State highway police say the engine stalled after warning signals and there was time to clear but the crash occurred.
German observers mark the twelfth anniversary of the republic with Chancellor Breening and Dietrich praising the 12 year milestone. President Von Thindenbare attends as the diplomatic corps takes note. United States Ambassador Sackett and Chancellor Wreening participate. Signals point to a noon culmination.
A board statement says college girls may be allowed to smoke on campus if they involve their parents and present a “square deal” for openness. The issue mentions a federal building, possible jail atop the new structure, and debates about space and construction.
Report states rebels suffered multiple casualties as government troops attacked 80 rebels near Nicolas de Guines and routed a rebel force at Santa Maria Pinar del Rio. Other clashes occurred at Guanabo en and Pinar del Rio while censorship remained in effect. Generals Marinfran Cal and rebel leaders were reportedly killed or wounded, though some claims remained unconfirmed.
Evidence to support a proposed 1 percent freight rate hike was gathered by Kansas cooperative executives. Data will be submitted to the Interstate Commerce Commission by August 26. Clyde M. Teed of Parsons, former Kansas governor, attended the session in Kansas City.
Police stations across Berlin report receiving death threats via letters labeled red group warnings. Several officers faced intimidation while patrolling and at district headquarters amid tensions. Investigations focus on incriminating messaging and potential coordinated acts against law enforcement.
Report states two American women were targeted in a distinct incident near Frankow Anenst. The United States Consul General Lockhart is overseeing inquiries as authorities probe the attack and related actions in the region.
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