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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1931

Page

20

Witnesses At Chicago Trial Stir Frightful Scene

Alphonse Cepare faced trial as a tense crowd gathered at the federal building entr anteen to witness the proceedings. Police closed streets while a suite of linked figures including Herae Warstrow Wilenn Ramps and Trasy from Sweetwater were connected to incidents involving a car and alleged Deer Act violations. An AIACAL OR official and City Registrar Sitorge J. Daw attended as the scene grew chaotic with a brilel fake federal building attack cited.

Chicago Alphonse Cepare Federal Building Herae George Arumith Assielant Hatel Flaw Frderal Hwitdine Anntarerel

China Admits Anti American Friction Amid War Tensions

Report from Canton cites Enceign Minister Bvzone Chen announcing measures against American actions. Government denounces perceived aggression, frames it as anti American framing by rivals. Police actions cited against infringers under wartime materials controls.

U. 8 Action Scanton China Bvzone Chen Geran Povernment America Binne KeiShik Canton Anhieeta Larheroarte

Funeral Held for Judge Wayne Nelms

Funeral services were held for Judge Wayne Nelms a distinguished jurist and farmer from Texas. The solemn gathering in Grovernn, with Reagan official presiding, honored the long service of Nelms who passed after a lengthy illness.

Nelms Ustos Wayne Nelens Aermerer Wen Grovernn Reagan Groner

Grain Market Highlights Amid Mixed Wheat Signals

In Chicago, grain fields show wheat price stability while corn trends drift. Demand from Russia remains insufficient, with higher area planted and cautious weather in Western Europe shaping weekly market mood.

Chicago Murera Russia Alvention Jess Meares Krrea

Stock Market Summary Amid Turbulent Trading Day

A chaotic trading session in New York and abroad saw mixed results with declines in utilities and autos while steel and rail shares posted gains. American Telephone rose, tobacco stocks rallied briefly, and overall market mood remained cautious amid clouded pricing signals and unsettled investor sentiment.

Sabinal Schools Set to Open on September 14

Sabinal Texas will begin the new school term September 14 led by Superintendent Sullivan and Principal Richards. New hires include Miss Jone Alexa, Miss Reser Pearl Aratras, and Miss Tirecs, with teachers Ms. H.C. Michae and Mrs. Barer aiding in fourth grade and home economics.

Sabinal Radminal Tesas Anz Shoals Sullivan Hichards Impendézeon Msiehmaries Vir Sith Prac Anna Dackerorgh Jone Alexa Reser Pearl Aratras Mare Crenshaw Rtn Tirecs Assittnol

Drowned Man's Body Shipped to New York

The body of J T Tower of New York, who drowned last Sunday in the Riz Arend canyon while exploring with mining engineers, was arranged for shipment to New York today. Terr wear drowned and another crewman John Wellne survived.

New York San Angelo Tera J T. Tower Helene Canyon Terr Wear John Wellne Tamer

Hard Luck Wing Release Story in Prohibition Case

John A. Steuca, 18, told U S Commissioner Wilman Smith he fled a room after promising work at 1201 Mason Street. He was released under bond as two others, Martin Ellis and Ozcar B. Jeris, were charged with possession and sale of beer. Prohibition agents raided a house near Bourne, seizing a buck, roadster, and beer totaling 47 cases. three men, Jonie Totter, Frank Newton, and Clement Die goth, were arraigned under $750 bonds.

John A. Steuca United States Wilman Smith Seura Martin Ellis Ozcar B. Jeris Mason Street E Buck Heer Bourne Smith Jonie Totter Frank Newton Clement Diegoth Thor

Prices Rise as Market Glut Hits Carrots and Produce

A meal of mixed produce prices shows carrots up five cents amid fluctuating markets. Bell peppers and greens edge higher while apples, grapes, and cabbage display varied gains. Poultry eggs and dairy hold steady as traders note limited supplies and shifting demand across regional markets.

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Rabbit Foot and Chute Fail in Emergency Landing

The report describes an emergency parachute deployment during an air rescue attempt. Carlisle's “eablit foot” oil device failed to operate, causing Stewart to crash the plane upon forced landing to avert disaster. After a 45 minute sequence, rescue crews reached the scene and carried out recovery procedures.

Consivana Vaan Carlisle Stewart Carliele Clariiele Cartels

Marriage ruling looms as school board faces repeal vote

Gilmore, a majority board member, urged repeal of a rule barring married women from teaching. A special meeting Wednesday planned to discuss the issue and potential contracts for stage equipment, plus the site for a proposed $15,000 Negro junior school, with others remaining noncommittal.

Trepral San Antonis Echeole Board of Education Wellnosdty Cm Aliproph Arrauige Worthesdas Robbie Nozec Reichie Gilmore Schonls Negra Aberance

Complex uneven Cotton Market and Weather Notes

The report outlines mixed cotton market activity with prices fluctuating and a cautious tone amid anticipated favorable early weather. It references futures like December and March, conveys price levels around 7.020, and notes trading activity in New York and Orleans futures, alongside a weekly weather summary and crop outlook for the period.

Auiel Tomas Fiat Caine Gerohes Clare Orlote Mars Sherie Yerterdey

Global Metals and Market Listings Scrambled in Fragmented OCR

The provided text shows a jumbled OCR scan with numerous place names and market terms. It references New York stocks, exchanges, and various country names like Germany, Norway, Spain, Italy, and Slovakia. The fragmentary lines imply commodity and metal quotes, with scattered percentages and pricing labels, but details are largely unreadable.

Sugar and Coffee Market Flows Reported In New York

Clients in New York observed steady demand for sugar and coffee with prices steady and refiners noting ongoing activity. Traders reported cautious buying as markets balanced futures and physical demands amid concerns over Cuban supply and currency movements.

Poultry and Produce Listings From Chicago Market Show Mixed Prices

A jumbled Chicago area market roundup shows meat and dairy items with varied pricing. Producers like Faria Produce and Chicago Creamery Products appear amid terms for meats, butter, and poultry. Prices and item names are interspersed with errant letters and garbled phrases.

Court to Air Validity of Law Taxing Peddlers

An injunction request aims to challenge a new peddlers tax law. The case will be heard this week, with opponents seeking to halt the measure while legal questions over its constitutionality are debated. Local officials and advocates for affected merchants await the court’s ruling and potential impact.

Aman Weilnexdig Anis Meintiers Luter

Gilmore Seeks Tax Money From City Accounts

Audit findings show payments totaling 2201.88 allegedly unreceived by residents. Gilmore claims city owes funds to education and tax collections from 1924 to 1926. Tax Commissioner rank Bosnick and others respond as Gilmore presses for return of money, while officials await a check within days.

Ceils Books Gilmora Dewits Boshick Deelinnd Weilupelay Gilmore Sevral Busliek

M Mullen to Skin the Cat at Leslie Avenson downtown show

welterweight main event pits Joe Hema against two skilled opponents in a near sellout at Leslie Avenson downtown stadium. Beary Bolt versus Tinbhis Novack open for one fall, while Gilberto Martinez Tareas returns to grapple Dutch Hellner. A public weigh‑in and additional matches announced for Thursday night.

Ianatos Tully Mullen Rick Joe Hema Leslie Aivensonx Induetey Alware Aefrat Beary Bolt Tinbhis Novack Gilberto Martinez Tareas Heavywright Championahin Mexico Hellner Annaineml Go Bose Dawntern Bas Weanesitar Retil Louie Albert Joe Mellaltizan Fildie Kettler

Champ Clark In Hot Fight At Burlington Match

The report describes Champ Clark and Big Roy Thawean in a disputed bout at Burlington Vermin with a late third round time cut and controversial decisions. Stephens, Clark's manager, claims consensus favored Clark despite officials calling a draw. Local observers cite a dramatic finish as Clark and Thawean exchange blows across rounds.

Jacarek Champ Clark Big Roy Thawean Burlington Vermin Che Jeight Stephens Clark Stelea Opiniann Shawn Hex Lara Atephera Dell Lin Hipeann Lenin Fane Marlington Aparta

Thieves Loot Store Overnight Across City

Police report thefts from a store and nearby residences overnight. Items stolen include plate glass windows, a suitcase, and clothing. Witnesses describe burglars and suspicious activity near several addresses including 192 Artington, 1004 Tenet Thanton Street, and 11 Carana rites. Deputies seek information leading to suspects and recovery of stolen items.

Widnerday Sevnrad Hursiarson Stahl Mee Allen Warren Avani Tahoe

Murray Cuts Loose on Football in Oklahoma

Murray criticizes football funding as he notes state colleges facing heightened focus on gridiron. He questions taxpayer money for ball field professors and says athletics appropriations could be vetoed if not halved. Universities prepare for Six-Man and conference competition in Oklahoma.

Oreamata City Liam Altetta Murra Favermac Oklahoma Sepisiniore Maccay University of Oklahama Olahoma 4 NM Collenn

Martin to Lead Flight From Advanced Fringe School

Maj Frederick Ty Martin commands the Advanced Fringe school as a Flight of 17 ships departs for a night return to San Antonio. Weaving officers and students alternate takeoffs at one minute intervals. A second bombardment flight of all students follows Thursday morning, led by Master J T Binek and DTD Hale.

Frederick Ty Martin Advanced Fringe School San Antonio Air Corps Flying Ny Secretors Terent. I Te Matriek Sey J. B. Mirwell Witic Hl Jann Liewlen- Ants Fl J. T Binek Hale Inetradora

Ashevinsh revises Luke Lie Jr sentence in credit conspiracy case

In Ashevinsh on August 20 Luke Lie Jr receives reduced sentence from 2000 years to six years in prison and a $9000 fine for conspiracy to defraud Trim company. The bank failure involved Central Bank and Trust Co with former official connections. The judge modified the term to avoid a bond requirement, pending an appeal to the state supreme court.

Ashevinsh Ilee Aml Brenbil Luke Lie Jr Verterfay Trim Company Pring Prizon Nentener Aon Luke Lea al Naabrille United Hiateg Aenarin Wes Father Wallace Th Davin Wan Neesident Central Bank and Trust Company Barnhill Jan Supreme Court

Schneider Practices For National PGA Exhibition Match

Schneider gears up for national professional golf association play having already qualified. Hoffman, Halfman, and Illay coordinate exhibitions at Willow Springs to raise funds for life expenses amid a semiannual schedule culminating at the Alamo Center.

Schneider National P.G.A Pro Fessional Gallery Association Rammy Rehneiden Louse Jel San Antinin Willow Springs Imlay Alamo Caneré Teeorge Hoffman Mankeer Conrne Halfman Hehneider Finnils Ineel

Stricter Peddler Law Backed by Business Leaders

After a chamber meeting on Wednesday morning City Attorney T D Cola consults to ease curbs on hawkers and salerooms. Manager A Martyn of the Telephone Co chaired the session with Fire and Police Commissioner Fit Wright and Police Chief Owen Kilday present. The group notes injuries from curb sales and urges a lasting ordinance targeting fly by night operators while business concerns fear new restraints.

Chamber of Commeres T D. Cola Owen Kilday Me“ Turner Lexse

Rat Warning Sent To Texas Farmers

Texas farmers were urged to brace for a large rat invasion this fall as an aid against overproduction. C. O. Schwartz, rodent expert for the United States, warned much of the surplus will be culled by rats to undermine efforts. He cited anticipated surge in rodent activity and the potential for widespread infestation across the state.

Dallas Ave Texas C. O. Schwartz United Sates Aveney Schwartz

Candidate Faces Heart Balm Suit

Mel Bdaltinong reports a heart balm suit filed on August 26 seeking $50,000 damages against Joseph Irwin France Nesbitt, grandson of former Senator Joseph I France, by Mi ya Katherine Tetts Warner, amid Amer Republican presidential nomination chatter.

Bdaltinong Mel Todas Joseph Irwin France Nesbitt Sonny Joseh I France

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