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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1931

Page

5

Auto tax funds restrained by court order in Texas case

A temporary restraining order limits Maury Maverick and deputies from actions on auto license funds amid a suit over distribution of highway money. Five Texas counties claim the law unconstitutionally allocates revenue, seeking a court ruling to curb highway department funding and reduce local road taxes. The case, led by Judge Wurzbach, could yield about 50,000 yearly for the county if victorious.

Maury Maverick Wile State Highway Department Jude Peers Dietrich Court Asfler Boon Atttorney D. F. Davin Rezar I.cena Guy Highway Department Arzat Austin Glaintiffa Jornes Callax Harrie Taapaxers Mans Yenra He Ani

Durkee Reappointed to Civilian Aid Office Four-Year Term

Ralph I Durkee is reappointed for a four year term as director of the Civilian Aid Office under the Secretary of War. The appointment, announced today, names Durkee to lead C.G.M.T. C. activities in Belfast Northern Ireland. Also noted is the arrival in Belfast of Infanta Beatrica and Infanta Maria Christina, daughters of former King Alfonso of Spain, on a visit to Helfart.

Durkee Ralph I Durkee Marrick Hourly Tursley Thesa Affective Angel Cg.mt. C Teza Infantas Belfast Northern Ireland Aux Infante Beatrica Infanta Maria Christina Alfonso of Spain Helfart

Modern Era For Maids Cooks Urged By Official

WASHINGTON D C An official urged a higher status for domestic workers today as part of a broader reform program. Miss Mary Anderson, head of the war bureau, called for industrial schooling and employment service to improve conditions.

Wariington D. C Mary Anderson War U'S Bureau Nanlera Ployer

Rescue in island mountains after US airmen parachute crash

Aug 11 report says United States army airmen survived a heavy rainstorm over the Waianae mountains and parachuted to safety. Lieut Donald B Meade and Tri vale James D Koons were rescued after landing in a desolate area, while Liewé Weldon T Theaites was found with some difficulty. Generals called the rescue operation the worst spot on Gal island and teams searched by air and foot.

Bonolgeu G—Theep United States Army Waianae Liewé Weldon T Theaites Donald B. Meade Trivale James D. Koons Meade Koons Gerald C. Brant Air Coma Fn Department Jeader Reseng Gal Island

Bananas Sold Amid Ocean Dump Threats and Ship News

In Baltimord area Aug 11 authorities report bananas selling for 28 cents. Frail ships head to sea to dump cargo while about 100000 brooches arrive weekly for several weeks. Unclear lines mention the scene and individuals amid chaotic trade.

Winter Storm Ramps Up In Dakota City

Wild winds sweep the Dakota region as winter conditions intensify with squalls and light snowfall. The local weather observer notes temperatures around 60 degrees and mentions that snowflakes melted before reaching the ground, signaling an unsettled forecast for Watertown and surrounding areas.

BNOW Dakota Watertown Wild Man

Alabama Society in NY objects to name Alabamian

Aug 11 New York residents report that Anne Rene Mick Walker, president of the Alabama Society in New York, denounces the term Alabamians used for Alabamians abroad as inappropriate. The group, composed of former Alabama residents, seeks a preferred designation.

New York Anne Rene Mick’ Walker Forme Sreridente Alabama

Royal Family Tour Ottawa Visit Tonight Banquet

Royal visitors arrive in Ottawa today and will be honored with a state banquet presided over by Canada's prime minister. The planned events reflect a formal and high level royal tour with official receptions and engagements.

Ottawa Canada

Oklahoma Governor to speak at Gainesville bridge opening

Governor William H. Murray of Oklahoma and Ross & Sterling of Lezas are invited to address the Gainesville celebration on September 7 for the opening of the new Tend River bridge on highway No. 12.

Gainesville Texas William H. Murray Oklahoma Ross &. Sterling Lezas Tend River N. Highway No. TZ

Investigation underway on Belgian imports at Washington

Universal Service reports Washington officials opened a probe into Belgian made goods suspected of evading tariff laws. Treacherous activity details remain unclear as officials review shipments and assess compliance with U S tariff regulations.

Universal Service Washington, D. Ga Belgium United States

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