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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1931
Page
6
Fragmented OCR notes recounts completion of a logging effort in East Texas with references to military oversight, a 23 piece organization, and generals Wolters and Wr war under national hands. No clear dates or places are discernible due to garbled text.
Private Fendall Wright of the Motor Transport company was struck by a truck and wounded near Kilgore as the war reached Texas. He fell from a nearby vehicle, sustaining injuries to his leg and arm but without broken bones.
In Dallas, Texas, unions and oil companies operating in the Bart Texas oil field discuss a half pay plan to support all employees during a pending strike. The mass meeting adopted a resolution backing the plan and urged companies to honor it during the labor dispute. Captain J. Jaies and Captain Lucey provided updates as the group plans to maintain operations for a brief period rather than risk broader upheaval after a potential halt.
The report notes divers may pursue gang victims as Talrick Recht cites diet concerns and a supposed stake in the Inn der Chisaga case. Officials describe a water filled rack burial site and a quarry area linked to Chitengosters with a proposed shutdown affecting Kansas industry and crime-fighting efforts.
Observers report possible unitization of oil production as state officials weigh a plan to combine fields. Purchasers ready to share proceeds proportionally if an agreement is reached, with the governor supporting production integration and potential orders on specified positions.
Panhandle operators in the field report rising crude prices due to a shutdown in Texas. Current production in the Panhandle area is around 40,000 barrels daily, with shortages and storage issues persisting as prices firm.
BAN ANGELO Aug 18 Stanolind Oil and Gas Company has assumed control of all Texas properties of Southern Crude Oil Purchasing, with a force at Fort Worth. Midland San Antonio and Tyler offices are downsizing as A J Ackers, Midland district geologist, will transfer to San Angelo to become Stanolind district geologist. A R Bare will move to Tulea, Senay, and Stanolind expands via Standard Oil Indiana and Pan American affiliates in a consolidation of Missouri Valley properties.
A fragmented report notes a Texas effort related to mohair production and trade. It mentions figures, dates, and entities linked to a broader movement, with reference to a national monitoring body and a potential seizure event involving Shawpire. The readability is limited by OCR errors.
A bomb jolts the Tex Guinan Resort in New York damaging windows and startling patrons. Police investigate possible motives as investigations continue and property damage is assessed.
South Mackberry Street resident Satterlay Nish reports Detective 44 Hast faces charges of drunken driving and aggravated assault in county court. McClanahan and Wise provide details to the court as Lieutenant Ray is cited for drunkenness. A driver Rost claims his car was rear ended on Harkberry Street, with a separate figure alleging a bruise to his wife. A jury trial is planned in Corporation Court with Leonard Brown as attorney for the defense.
TIMGAGO August the 18th Rosenwald’s attorney Tea Warner denounced the allegations as baseless. The philanthropist Rosenwald was referenced as connected to a Senate bid, with no admission of guilt. Community members know Mr Rosenwald and Frank Smith.
Estelle files a divorce complaint against Dempsey and he counters with suit in Rena yesterday. Cruelty alleged. A rear-end collision at Victoria and South Wackberry led to a confrontation involving a trio in a car. A lieutenant and others tried to question occupants, resulting in blows and a struggle as officers removed a man from the vehicle.
Reports indicate the Cuban insurgents seek renewed combat after the capture of Menocal and Mendieta. Rebels deny surrender as planes patrol Tavana while Havana quiets with about 4000 troops in Santa Clara. News says Mendieta is ill from fighting, and a personal physician was requested for his side.
Spokane reports fires burning in Western Montana northern Idaho and eastern Washington as uncounted forest and grass blazes push toward communities. Weather and winds hinder containment as residents brace for possible evacuations and property losses.
Melt butter then stir in milk, cook until thick. Add tuna, lemon juice, parsley, salt, egg, and butter. reheat to boil. Bake small biscuits split to spread tuna mixture, garnish with paprika and serve hot.
Turbulent session as early stock gains vanished in late trading amid market volatility. Financial leaders and steel shares showed mixed moves while General Molord blocks drew mounting selling pressure and investor caution grew.
Reported fires hit churches across Mexico with possible anti clerical motives. Incidents include arson at Villa Charite and other sites where altars and images were damaged. Authorities investigate patterns amid rising religious tensions reported by Mexican press.
Reports from Rio de Janeiro and Brasília note Pan American events and arrangements involving Mane DCX, Pare Wiz, and WL Casenos with Georgetown, current as of today. The fragmentary text cites Morning and Selmyeet in relation to plans and officials.
Widow of famed author dies in France after illness. Details mention Mrs. Davia, owner of property in Chougauie, who had been staying with her daughter near Bt. Jean for treatment at a clinic run by Dr. De Laz.
Fragmented OCR text appears to describe Edison and a doctor or physician, with references to health, a ride, breakfast, and a rector named Howard Allen. The readable parts are unclear and contain many garbled phrases, making it difficult to extract a coherent event or names beyond Edison and Howard Allen.
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