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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1935
Page
14
Longview mayor Gabriel A Bodenschiedin was appointed colonel of the staff of Governor James V Allred. The Aug 1 ceremony elevated Bodenschiedin to the position as part of the governor's adalf corps.
By Catherine Curtis advocate warns that the Hauge bill could tax life insurance proceeds held for widows and children. The proposal would make insurers pay the tax before beneficiaries receive funds, risking delayed payments and possible forced liquidation to cover estate taxes. A Senate tweak offers exemptions, but the measure still creates a lien on the estate and potential hardship for heirs.
The excerpt argues that inheritance tax rests on sovereign power to claim part of an estate, but warns against jeopardizing an individual's other assets for government levies. It reflects a debated balance between tax authority and protecting asset value for small policy holders.
In Lansing Michigan on August 11, state relief officials said they were reviewing welfare aid received by the relatives of Representative Frank E. Hook Democrat of Trownd. The report notes Hook admitted his father mother and four brothers had benefited at times with work and direct relief totaling about 178 dollars and 1105 dollars before August 1. Officials question eligibility and possible investigation into relief administration in the Upper Peninsula area.
Hollywood reports Dr Ralph Willard plans a monkey freezing experiment as part of a proposed rejuvenation study. Medical authorities in New York and Hollywood condemn the project as unproven and unsafe while Simkhovitch and colleagues press for details and potential publication in science circles.
San Antonio leaders discussed a 500000 bond issue for a Centennial celebration with an interest rate set between 3 and 4 percent. Spokesmen argued a lower rate would hinder sale, noting the city has issued 4 percent bonds in the past. Mayor Quin announced the ordinance first reading would occur Thursday, with attendees including Rohde, Huntress Sr., Porter Loring, Calvert, L B Tulle, Hart, and Goeth.
A J Hazlett 70 publisher of Inland Of Tides and former Ohio newspaperman, legislator and teacher, died at his Casper home after long illness. He served in the Ohio House 1896 to 1900 and was a contemporary of Warren G Harding.
Two San Antonio youths Charles 4 Purgason and W D English Jr reported Tuesday at the naval station in San Diego California for three months training according to RG Co Kine chief quartermaster's mate here.
In Gatesville on August 1 Mrs. Ethel Johnson of Dallas faces charges tied to the death of her daughter-in-law Mrs. Ber Nice Ravenport Blankenship. Jurors were seated after preliminary matters, with testimony expected shortly. Christer Morris, noted as Public Hero Number One, has been signed to a long term contract with Masso-Goldwyn-Mayer for a travel project following his recent role in Pur su.
More than 1400 signatures were collected on petitions protesting the city charter amendment election set for September 17. The meeting at the courthouse was announced by Tr. J. Olyphant, with about 100 Amemibe in attendance and remarks by Robert P. Coon, Thea Simmang, and Doe Burkett. Burkett expressed confidence the election would be blocked as signatures are checked in City Hall, causing a 20 day delay.
Texas peace officers and sheriff Albert W Weab Jr will convene Wednesday morning to form an organization to curb cattle rustling in the region. Bee County Sheriff J B Arnold, a key speaker, cites rising rustling as modern slaughter and market theft. Fort Worth official F B Sollier and a Texas livestock authorities representative will attend this law enforcement gathering.
Dallas officials report a contempt of court filing linked to a Wednesday strike at Tach Manufacturing. An industrial commission report blamed Dallas manufacturers for the walkout affecting waternote employees and prompted last week’s actions.
A newspaper brief notes a theft on West Laurel Street early in the day. A window muffled on a home is mentioned along with a separate prowling incident at local businesses. The Keller family residence and two companies are cited with brushes and minor items reported missing or checked.
Contracts for building a new elementary school at Elmendorf street and Arbog place were approved by the board of education Tuesday morning. The awards are subject to engraving by the state engineer and WRAL officials.
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