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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1931
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane and Eloig Features discuss a sensational kidnapping case and political reactions. The prose mentions Chicago mob figures, police responses, Mussolini, Gifford, and President Weaver, framing a dramatic national crisis with bold rhetoric and speculative policy implications. The piece satirizes media sensationalism and public panic while weaving in international intrigue and economic stakes.
Aug 27. Tammany defectors drift toward a peace offer with Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt as New York political circles split over the break within the party. Observers expect Tammany to use the moment to influence the legislative commission and seek reforms from Democratic circles.
Four convicts attempted a prison break at the Marquette branch, killed a prison doctor, and wounded guards before three of them fatally shot themselves. A fourth convict fired on a guard before being killed as riot actions unfolded. Dr. AL W. Hornhagen, acting prison doctor, was fatally shot. others evacuated. Authorities reported multiple casualties and ongoing investigations as guards and wardens responded.
Mandamus proceedings deter me ne further San Antonio bonds funding worth 1 190 000 are de val ued likely will be instituted against the attorney general s office. Georga J Simpson Co Colfax mdula ding agents said they would confer with Mayor Chambers and city commissioners in San Antonio about filing a mandamus suit. They argued the house bill 312 created the financial rule for the bonds and would seek a court ruling on their legality.
A fragmented forecast indicates cooler conditions locally with a slight drop in temperatures. Thursday may see highs near 7 degrees with Friday rising to around 20 degrees. Northerly winds persist, bringing a mild change in weather into the next day.
Son of the late major general of the United States Army, 20, died in a New York hospital from influenza. He attended Coral University before the war, served as a lieutenant in the Danish Army, and later held posts in magazines. His mother is Mrs Lois Weel, and he left two brothers and a large North American family. The tragedy recalls his wartime service and family ties to the Navy.
Vere JulyAug 27 report of a large circus elephant going on a violent rampage after returning to winter quarters from a trip. The beast killed four people and injured others before being shot to death by staff seeking safety.
Chicago mob abduction saga ends as gambler Lynch returns home after three days in captivity. He described brutal drive in a stolen car, blindfolds, and threats from Capone associates. Investigators pursue alleged kidnappers and Capone’s influence linked to the case.
City officials report unemployment amid talk of farm labor as Beorge Fr Bingpson company discussed selling bonds for public works. Mayor Chambers says 50 cent per 100 pounds, new cotton pickers hire at 50 cents. Officials note most unemployed locals previously held office jobs. Employment agencies claim high interest for farm labor, with dozens of applicants at city hall and rural postings in Texas and nearby states.
Alteshel n Switzerland reports the DO X sister ship preparing to cross the Alps into Italy. The vessel, first of its kind built for the Italian government, left Lake Constance noon after a maiden flight and was accompanied only by its commander and crew.
Prices in the national oil market rose as refiners and distributors raised wholesale costs from seven to eight cents per gallon. Magnolia Petroleum and other companies quoted increases signaling a 12 cent per gallon tax pass through retailers, with public prices moving to 15 cents per gallon. The earlier seven cent rate, sans waste tax, had been in effect since fall.
Toledo reports Tillie Clark arrived with two sacks of silver weighing about 822 pounds to settle county taxes after a prior tax collection failure. County Treasurer Grant Northam counted out 155 dollars in change to complete the payment.
Special court today weighs two civil suits against Mayor G. M. Chambers and the city commission. Plaintiffs seek to force publication of annual financial statements and to restrain further payments to the mayor. Judge S. G. Tasloe and associates preside after Judge Poal declined to appoint a county judge to assist.
A colossal vessel named DOX completed a long Atlantic voyage from Europe to New York. Crowds gathered at the waterfront as the ship docked after its journey, with engines roaring and travelers applauding the arrival.
Variable temperatures tonight with low around the mid forties and winds light to moderate. Friday and Saturday expect partly cloudy skies with daytime highs near seventy and a chance of light showers moving in from the north.
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