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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1932
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane discusses California’s coast road project and prisoner labor issues, the Cuba doctors’ strike, religious restrictions in Latin nations, and the political calculus behind wheat prices. He ties road-building to economic gain and voter motivation, noting California’s booming tourism and tax decisions, plus municipal tax cuts and public power ventures.
Testimony at a court martial portrays Herbert G. Lichtenberger as not responsible for a bank holdup. Father Forees of Selma and Mrs Mary Lichtenberger described his erratic behavior and possible mental strain after his first child’s birth. The priest supported the defense claim of insanity while noting a crackly line in him. The mother testified to nervousness and irritability, with a history of illness and dreams of stability. Weather update noted on page 21, with continuation on page 7.
Partly cloudy with local thundershowers in Gan Antonia area. Thursday afternoon or night and Friday expect partly cloudy skies. Thursday night low around 74 with a high near 100 Wednesday. Winds southerly, moderate to fresh, increasing toward Friday. East Texas shows similar patterns with morning temperatures around 77 and highs near 100. Coastal winds light to fresh southerly. Southeast portion also sees partly cloudy conditions with thunderstorms possible Thursday afternoon or night and Friday generally partly cloudy.
The Albany executive chamber reports the Walker ouster charges delayed as Walker seeks to test Governor Roosevelt's authority. Counsel for Walker argues for dismissal while the governor faces a restraint order from the court. the hearing adjourns before further arguments. A friend of the court appearance by Attorney General Bennett is planned to challenge the governor's jurisdiction.
In Mexico City on August 18, a dispute over the Mexico Guatemala boundary threatens 40 000 mostly indigenous residents along a 100 mile jungle frontier. A Mexico Guatemala conference set for August 22 in Guatemala City will determine their nationality as Mexicans or Guatemalans.
Ashdown Arkansas report notes one alleged robber killed and two deputy sheriffs seriously wounded after a bank hold up at 2 p.m. Four men allegedly robbed the First Nelson bank, sparking a gun battle with a posse. Denver mint reports record July gold deposits totaling $1244 904 99.
Italian reports and World news describe Auguste Piccard and his co-pilot Max Coayns achieving a new stratosphere ascent reaching 18 700 meters, a record surpassing last year’s mark. The crew endured extreme cold above zero while observers watched the aluminum balloon descend and land safely in a field. The mission aimed to study cosmic rays and understand the universe’s fate and possible continuation of cosmic radiation.
Capt James Mollison, famed Scottish aviator, departed Portmarnock Airfield near Dublin at 11:35 am for Newfoundland in the Puss Moth Heart's Content. He aims to reach New York then return to London within three days, flanked by cheering crowds and joined by his bride Amy Johnson.
Hadley Firud N.41 Aug 1 describes Nathaniel Yucknan and Jearn Ing attempting a three point landing atop a rumbling moving truck. The plane sank the cab, injuring no one. driver J Daglanovich was knocked down but unhurt. A pedestrian stopped a following car, while Yuckman remained in the cockpit, excited by the stunt.
Treasury receipts for August 16 totaled 2,294,105.18 with expenditures at 9,667,068.07. The balance stood at 1,441,087,408.23. Customs duties for 18 days of August amounted to 12,307,508.98.
In the American League schedule rain causes several postponements including Detroit at New York Cleveland at Minneapolis and Chicago at Washington. The day’s games are moved to later dates as rain disrupts play.
The National League game between New York and Cincinnati was delayed by rain. Key players noted include Ginelnnad, Butterler, and Brean with updates on lineup changes and pitching for both teams. Postponement impacted scheduling for resumption and subsequent matchups.
Unclear fragments describe Texas League figures, teams, and events with garbled names. Reads like a sports note with mismatched players, venues, and broadcasts, leaving core actions and outcomes unreadable.
Mayor Wu Tek-chen presented a protest to the Japanese consulate denouncing Japanese marines acting as guides for visitors to Shanghai battlefields. He cited rising unrest and calls for an aggressive anti-Japanese boycott, noting heavy losses for Japanese traders.
From Asuncion Paraguay on August 18 a Bolivian lieutenant and six men were killed in clashes at the Ceraya observation post in the Gran Chaco the post changed lands twice over two days. One wounded was reported and the Bolivian force is said to be moving north according to official war announcements.
Senator James J. Davis of Pennsylvania and six others are indicted in a national lottery plot involving the Eagles Mystic Shriners and Moose. Details show a scheme to sell tickets through Western Union affiliates with prizes totaling about $500 000. Key figures include Bernard C McGuire M J Riviso and Frank E Herring among others connected to the operations in New York and Kansas City.
Valley Stream N Y Aug 38 Women endurance fliers Mrs Frances Morealis and Mrs Louise Thaden faced poor weather on the last day of their bid to break the women’s endurance record. With rain and wind forecast refueling was briefly hindered but 100 gallons was pumped into the plane from the fueling ship this afternoon. The extra fuel should sustain them until mid afternoon tomorrow, barring mishap, to complete the record attempt.
Minot city officials ban home brew trade for flour as the relief commission rules against the practice. Commissioner A H Kutch cites family abuses and states the city will not tolerate such arrangements, signaling an end to flour for home brew arrangements.
Articles were signed for a 15 round fight at Madison Square Garden Bowl on September 19 between Mickey Walker and Mex Schmeling. Neither principal attended the signing.
Muskogee August 16 report Rev A Berrie charged with murder in connection with a plot to kill a rival minister. He was ordered held without bail pending hearing before a district judge after a weather-related disruption delayed proceedings.
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