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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1931

Page

2

Man Held as Auto Slaying Ties to Arizona Victim

A man was held in Travis county jail in connection with the Saturday slaying of IL Gray of Phoenix a former Austin resident found shot near Johnson City. Another man was released in Bilcur City NY and yet another questioned in Fredericksburg. Gray, 40, was enroute from Arizona to visit his mother when robbed and killed for $200, his body dumped by the road. Sheriff's officials pursued leads and described a white man about 35 to 40, 5 feet 7 inches tall with blonde hair, seen with Gray, while weighing about 150 pounds and wearing a dark coat. Investigators said the killer planned to make a living by crime and altered a wrecked car to escape.

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Pistol Shot Injures Several In Local Incidents

Min Thida Gillette 47 of 210 University Avenue treated for a bullet wound to the left thigh after a pistol discharged while being removed from a packet in her automobile. Rafael Castro 16 of 220 San Fernando Street hospitalized after a pistol shot incident. Elizabeth Brarnet 2 at 1719 Paso Fundo Street swallowed pennies and a whisker. Miffarold Honileson 1702 Center Street fell from a tree breaking an ankle. William Henderson 4 on Orchard Road drank household product by mistake. Frank Montaleo 717 Anuth Tao Street fought at a dance in Kennedy, Texas. C Tright of Company D Ninth Infantry says he was beaten by unidentified men on Grayson Street. received first aid at Fort Sam Houston base hospital.

Thida Gillette Uniserail Avenue Tishert. B. Green Hospital Afael Caatro San Fernando Street Inginie Taslicraver Paso Fondo Street Honileson William Henderon Orchard Road Frank Montaleo Anuth Tao Ang Wan Cok Kenedy Terns Tright Ninth Infantry Grayson Alrent Fort Sam Fanelou

Kentucky Church Ritual Includes Washing of Feet

The Mayking Kentucky church held its annual rite of foot washing and communion inside the church. Two elders performed the rite at the font as the congregation observed the ceremony in a long standing mountain tradition dating back about 65 years.

Kentucky Wihltesberg Kenstucke Mayking Vetteher Hare Carlet

Nicaragua Marine Ruling Clarifies War Front Status

In a Wartime ruling, officials in Nicaragua affirmed that marine officers without dependents qualify for rations and insurance while serving at war fronts. The decision underscores eligibility for support during active combat deployments.

Nicaragua Camptraller Nneral Pitas Nia Orental

German Aviatrix Plans Solo Hop to Tokyo

TRGIN Aug 17. German aviatrix Venetalor aims to depart from Menlehoteirport at dawn tomorrow for a solo flight to Tokyo Hopes for safe crossing with Meow assistance in flight plan details and timing remain unconfirmed.

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Innocent Belief Convicts Involved In Michigan Killings

In Athrow Michigan on Tuesday Prosecutor Thay said Misa Keller, friend of a victim, admitted being with the assailants hours before the killings and arson that burned couples. Keller denied involvement. authorities checked the tale against other suspects and found inconsistencies.

Ann Athrow Albert A. Rapp Misa Catherine Eller Misa Keller Thay Fredrik Cuiver David Backstane Negra Slavera Michigan Jackson Relaile Miner Novita Ihe Erin

Legs Diamond Aid Given Two Years For Theft of Car

AVSKILM New York report shows Legs Diamond and associates tied to a car theft case. The defendant received a two year sentence after a firing of allegations. The court proceedings followed by local officials and prosecutors detailing the crime scene and arrests.

Catherine Keller Detained After Slaying Near Vosilanil

Catherine Keller faces sentencing in a homicide case tied to the deaths of Tira Haya and Tara Rlela near Vosilanil. The evidence centers on Keller’s alleged raptile capture of artwork during the incident and ties to Fred Smith. The proceedings may be classified as an accessory case.

Catherine Keller Fred Smith Tira Haya Tara Rlela Vosilanil

Senator raps Soviet allies in Missouri speech

Senator Morris Sheppard of Texas addressed a World group meeting in Tosome, Missouri, denouncing Soviet allies. He criticized American citizens aiding Moscow with capital and machinery, urged revoking citizenship for those who support Soviet policies, and linked unrest to the war’s social and economic strains.

Tosnh Morris Sheppard Texan Requimiendo Argenn Roesia Want Men of the World Lamntar Sheppard Ameritas Mussia United States

Ambiguous Alt Party Boosts Amid Turmoil in New York

A garbled report describes a third party boost amid U S electoral tensions and New York registration moves. It references the Democratic reaction to a presidential race and mentions anti corruption actions in Germany while clipping a campaign timeline and a shift away from Tammany Hall politics.

Treasury Bill Offering Posted in Washington

A new short term Treasury bill offering is announced in Washington. The bill will be sold to the highest bidders on a discount basis as part of the government’s current financing operations.

Treasury Washington Annan

Slayings Told in New York Opakeagy Crime Tale

A garbled report recounts a brutal killing involving multiple assailants in a New York area, with references to Deputy Ablet, Vin Sweeney, and local figures. The piece also notes Reverend Menes Fier Taithernn delivering a pulpit sermon for his sixtieth ordination anniversary and mentions his writings for religious magazines.

Paterson Menes

Annisersorr Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrated

Criploration of their golden wedding anniversary held at Kinerner's pare. The couple gathered with family and friends including Alfred Tachin Richard Moteger Pauls Moteger and others from San Antonin and Werre Mrtacer to mark the occasion.

Ane Adai Kinerner's Pare Men Yatt Alfred Tachin Wichard Pauls Moteger Ferdericksture B. le Eniin Beecha Siseer Metrcer San Antonin Werre Mrtacer Triverce Remhers Eisters Alta

30 to Be Tried In Riot Slayings

A chaotic Aug 17 riot in Uarlan Kentucky left several dead or wounded as authorities prepared indictments. The incident involved local deputies and a clash near Farri Fields, with lawmen facing heightened charges as the investigation moves toward trials.

Uarlan Toihe

Local Auto Dealers Readily Offer Various Car Lines

Multiple San Antonio auto outlets list Chevrolet Buick Ford Hudson Essex Durant and Hupmobile models available for sale through local dealerships. The firms include Ormsby Chevrolet Co and San Antonio Buick Co among others, highlighting a diverse roster of brands in the city’s automotive market.

Ormsby Chevrolet Co Chevrolet Oysinger Motor Co Hudson-Essex Durant San Antonio Buick Co Buick San Antonio Motor Co Hupmobile Smith Motor Sales Co Chevrolet Yanilis FORD

Orange and Green Feud in Ireland Sparks Riots in Portadown

Two nights of clashes between Orange and Green mobs erupt around Portadown in Armagh county Ireland. Rioters attacked property, attempted to breach a convent, and windows were smashed as police from Selfa st and the serial constabulary mobilized to restore order amid a tense communal stand‑off.

Narthren Ireland Digtrieta Portadann

Dempsey Readies Divorce Filing Amid Turmoil

EH Neve reports Dempsey plans to file for divorce from Extrlle Toxtae amid a storm of claims and counterclaims. Meanwhile, Miss Taylor asserts she will sue if Dempsey proceeds, and local notes mention property disputes and a separate violent incident involving a man shot seven times, with authorities detailing the pursuit and rescue.

Ana Leip Lee Anzries Misa Taylor Dempsey

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