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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1931

Page

3

Texans Grapple With New Tax and Truck Laws

Texas officials projected annual revenue of about 400000 from new taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco products as part of sweeping laws. The measures include a state beer and liquor tax shift, a 2 percent tax on natural gas, and tighter truck regulations aimed at reducing size and enforcing railroad commission oversight.

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San Antonians Rally Over Cigarette Tax Change

San Antonians and smokers faced a brief protest as a new cigarette tax loomed. Citizens reported heavy purchases before the measure, with many bundles bought Friday to stock up, and prices jumping up to 8 cents per pack depending on brand. The state treasury expected a revenue increase, with an estimated total around $5,004,610.

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Relics of Arctic Expedition Found

Danish report claims parts of an Arctic expedition ship were found in Narwas and Tramene area. The note mentions King Kart Taod and Krapaain, with references to a cninnen sail reel, suggesting discovery tied to independence movements.

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Juarez Curfew Plan Sparks Cross Border Fight

Aug 22 Amid tensions over curfew rules in Juarez and El Paso, authorities consider a 9 p.m. closing hour for the bridge area to curb illicit activity and aid business. Proposals prompt appeals from merchants and concerns about how a late closing would affect mobility and trade. A separate wedding notice from Philadelphia reports the marriage of Gamuel J Ltala and Jansen after invitations were issued.

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Death by Own Action Shocks Passengers After Widespread Gun Incident

A report from New York authorities cites a fatal incident where an individual caused their own death with a self-inflicted gun action, resulting in property damage to a vehicle and affecting multiple passengers. The event is under investigation by local law enforcement and health authorities.

Jury Deadlocks in Clark Trial in Los Angeles

A Los Angeles jury remains deadlocked in the Clark murder trial after days of deliberation. The panel could not reach a verdict on charges stemming from the alleged murder case, with prosecutors and defense counsel awaiting further proceedings.

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Auto License Fight Delays Texas Highways Funds

A temporary injunction blocks Maury Maverick, county tax collector, from sending a large sum to the state highway department as a legal challenge tests the constitutionality of mobile license money laws. Judge Merry Rabetsmy notes the case will proceed to trial on merits, with hearings set for Thursday and arguments detailing how funds should be allocated between counties and the highway department.

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Unclear Historical Court Note In Early Aviation Ad

Fragmented OCR item mentioning Eugenia Bankhead and Talbilah Bankhead, legal hints, and references to an airplane project by Kochting. Includes unreliable dates and phrases, with scattered names and vague outcomes. Summary reflects damaged text and reads like a local classified or society notice.

Barters With Mating Washington Trade Of Prized Commodities

Washington reports a barter deal where the United States government exchanged 2,000,000 bushels of wheat for 1,000 bags of coffee with Brazil. The trade hinges on 60 cents per bushel for wheat and 1 2 cents per pound for coffee, with coffee deliveries deferred until 1932 in monthly allotments of 62,500 bags. President Hoover also announced wheat sales to China for flood relief were uncertain.

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