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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1931

Page

3

British Crisis and TOS Rankers in London Cabinet Shift

London reports a British political crisis as Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald contemplates a nonpartisan government with Stans Baldwin and Samuel Jenkinson in key posts amid claims American bankers dictate Britain’s internal policy. The Daily Herald cites pressures from the Federal Reserve and New York banks as the cabinet teeters on a credit and employment benefit cut, signaling U.S. influence over Britain’s financial decisions.

London Stluister James TanacDonald Ey Raliwin Verderr Samuel Jendlesa Herard Great Ea Loto Povermoent Federal Reserve Inoventice Weliesis Ois New York Bavkees Banke of Englan Mao Aban United States

Experts Forecast New Cabinet Changes in UK

London observers predict a Partisan national government forming this week with Ramsay MacDonald likely as premier. Cabinet bets include MacDonald, Thomas, and Henderson in key posts while Conservatives Milton, Chamberlain, and Samuel linked to top roles. Verge of reshuffle stirs speculation on foreign and dominions portfolios.

London N. Tinjoril Meanwinie Fehl Eucaeina Ramsay Maconald Neims Sameden Relac Antes Thomas Domininas Sianley Naldvin Mtr. Taldwin Jara Iinlishem Neville Chamberlain Soviet Monre Talmvin Uerbert Samadt Lord Reading David Titosi George Libestr Pally Arifar Remlerton Samuel Snare Wifem Wedgewood Tilia

Gifford Names New National Relief Committee Members

President Hoover named five new members to the national relief committee resisting unemployment. Joining Walter S. Gifford are Owen D. Young of New York Conrad Straw Spiljurs of Saint Paul Alley Bush of Columbus and James Fyrell of Minneapolis. The panel will include representatives from every city as part of the national plan.

Herbert Hoover Walter $. Gifferis National Committee For Unemployment Relief Washington Aus Nationalativisticy Committee Walter 8. Giffard Owen D. Young New York Conrad Straw Fansan City P.O. Spiljurs Ploenie Alley Hb. Bush Columins Mat James Fy Rell Minneapolis Gifford

Political muddle as Britain seeks emergency coalition

Comment on the UK political crisis with Baldwin abroad and MacDonald steering a non partisan emergency government. Parliament to be recalled in 48 hours via proclamation as party lines blur and labor conservatism contend with a possible coalition amid nationwide broadcasts and financial maneuvers.

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Gunfire Ties Kentucky Family Quarrel to Fatal Shootings

In Tomuay Fund area of Kentucky a family feud sparked gunfire near Eight miles from Len, leaving one dead and several wounded. Tedwic Winds, 19, and his brother Vorl, 26, were jailed on charges of wounding Harris, while Isane Winders and others faced accusations tied to a deadly confrontation that erupted after a church quarrel with the Marrisses. The incident ended with casualties as residents fled and authorities opened a quire.

Mliclon Luday Isvou Winders Ellie Thidley Forrig Tt Winders Vorl Winders Jal Lene Isane Winders Harvis San Tiara Ti Winders Windora Harris Mle Aven Thenyor Colo Varris

Registrations Open for Law School at San Antonio Branch

Registrations for the law school open in San Antonio with prospective students invited to visit the offices of the registrar Morris at 2 Western Nation building in St. Matthew area. The school highlights a three year program with many graduates now practicing law and classes held Monday Wednesday and Friday evenings.

San Antonio Ettrelars Tien Morris Western Nation St. Matste Ace Carling

Hoover Receives Wicker Commission Crime Proposals

President Hoover reviews more than a dozen recommendations from the Wicker Commission aimed at modernizing federal crime controls. Many items require legislative action. others seek constitutional or administrative changes to strengthen against gangsters and professional crime networks.

Washington, D. C Moorer Goeswerde Hoover Wowul

Government Seeks Jury Trial Over Valuation Contests

The United States district attorney seeks a jury trial over condemnation proceedings for land near Leen Creek, four miles west of the city, used as an aviation bombing range. Appraisal commissioners Watson, Fenstermaker, Sackson, and others are accused of overstepping authority and misvaluing damages in the filing of the bill of exceptions.

Leen Amy Flying Corps Ntl W. C. Watson Fenstermaker L Sackson Rent Russell Wine Nie Communesionern Tlvie Eostancei Ned Agnitet

Five Youths Charged in City Burglary and Theft Case

Tuesday morning five Mexican youths were charged with theft and burglary in five complaints total. Antonio Flores, 17, and Julian Flores, 17, of 214 South Smith Street, faced multiple counts. Antonia Orera, 17, of La Paleina Alley, charged with burglary and theft in one complaint. The report cites financial disputes and urges consulting reliable firms for assistance.

Smith Street Antonia Orera la Paleina Alley Lown

Italy to Provide Unemployment Aid Program

The Italian government announced a public works program aimed at supplying autumn and winter jobs. It plans 17 1,100,000 days of work and could employ up to 100,000 men at peak. The measure targets unemployment relief through sponsored improvements.

Washington Waller Gilford Lopes Hess Burns Communicy Tinton Th Swift Bamilr Rillia Ann Tertha McCall National Trig Vlera Aid Association Joann Coleosil Tenssell Anew Talon O'Grady Foual Statian

Lindy and Anne Lindbergh Seek Rest Before Flight

Aug 25 report from Nemuno notes Charles and Anne Lindbergh plan a calm rest before resuming their New York to Tokyo flight. Townsfolk admire Lindberghs aboard the monoplane. innkeeper keeps children quiet as officials discuss route and fortifications ahead toward Japan.

Nemuno Jamun Charles Anne Tindbergh United States Tnwn Hind

Jail Breakers Caught After Missing Freight Train

In San Augustine two suspects linked to a Kirbyville Bank robbery were captured after trying to flee aboard a freight train. The incident led to indictments by the grand jury and involved Elkins, who received a two story sentence for a prior charge.

Aga Augustine Wayne Castor Ware Dager Breihere San Augustine Institute Astor Kirbyville Bite Bank Elkins

Limited Train Delayed by Bull Incident

A limited train was delayed after a bull charged from Pennsylvania yards. Officials tried to drive the animal away with a towel as it trampled cars and broke equipment. The animal was killed by a police rifle during the incident near Panhandle tracks.

Pennsylvania Tite Cincinnati Panhandle

Citizens Training Schools Planned for Nation

Orlatoa center Angele Acu Roes, Lake City chairman of the American plan, says cities backing a campaign for citizens training schools nationwide. He notes unemployment before Hoover era and proposes using the army to fund and organize training groups in each state.

Orlatoma Cen Angele Acu Roes Bale Lake City American Pan Owen’ Fliup Conferenes Lohns Winase Sociaten Hoover Promisal Galt

Farmer Charged in Fatal Beating Case

In Bug Spring Ternt Ave GF Olwell Jubryon a farmer was held under a cloud of murder charges in the slaying of Wi Lewis Flackstock. The justice of the peace C. Collars said the blows were administered by Olwell Johnson.

Bug Spring Olwell Jubryon Lewis Flackstock Farmer Blackstock C. Collars Justter of the Peace Mern Olwell Johnson

Crash at White Rock Bay Endangers Couple

In Dallas area near White Rock Lake Resort a boating accident killed a teenage boy and injured a girl. Reiven J Newton a US pilot connected to American Airways was with Miss Amore when their craft capsized. Investigators search banks as airlines assess the incident and determine the cause and next steps.

Dallas Reiven J. Newton Whiteright Denny White Rock Vallay Newton Penn Ameciean Airways

Child Wearing Law Debated by Texas Assembly

Legislators debate a Hindu religious customs exemption tied to child care, arguing whether a law should allow sutures in religious dress or prohibit stripping infants of parental rites. Amid three proposed bills, critics fear infringement on tradition while supporters cite child welfare and state authority.

Hous Religiova

Gannon Probe 5 Reopened by Boy

Washington reports the Senate campaign probes committee resumes hearings into Bishop James Cannon Ur and the anti Smith drive in Virginia. Witnesses include Edwin C. Jameson, millionaire, and Miss A J Borroughs as treasurer. Bankers to be examined over related county bank accounts.

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Baylor U Head's Resignation Before Board

Baylor University board to consider the resignation of President Allen on a date in early July. Vice president Thorslas of the university reportedly announced the move, with Allen's term ending immediately if approved by the trustees.

Baylor U Head

Mystery Explosion Hits Pittsburgh Home Demolishes Dwelling

A Pittsburgh dwelling was demolished by a mysterious blast and fire early August. Police and fire crews investigated whether the occupants were inside, as the home, occupied by Lawrence Recwrell and his wife and child, burned and collapsed.

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Paraguay Agrees to Wait Decision

WASHTINGTON D C Aug 28 Paraguay has informed the United States it will consider the recent proposal for Bolivia and Paraguay to enter an non aggression pact and the settlement of the controversy in the Chaco dispute while awaiting a decision.

Washtington D. C Paraguay United States Chaco Holivia Taraguay

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