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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1934

Page

12

Bexar Solons Plan Court Reform and Constitutional Convention

Bexar County delegates push a one point program at the next session including revision of criminal code and a constitutional convention to draft a new Texas constitution. Spears, Tibbetts' nominee, aims to curb legal loopholes and speed court procedures with judges and attorneys to draft bills. A state utilities board would oversee rates once a convention is held.

Bexar County Texas Frantin Spears Spears Tibbetts' League U. Anderson House of Representatives Pat Jefferson P. B. Dickinson Pee Cluzena Teague League RL. Reyder Tnpartans Committee of State Health Dwyer Pat Diwyer Austin Yawyer F Beason Galveston Campaigh Venice Rose County Sperry

Crusaders Seek Women’s Aid in New Drive

Chicago August reports Crusaders appeal to women for support in their campaign against prohibitions. Seymour Wheeler, Chicago leader, says the women’s auxiliary is a key force in the battle, urging unity for a broader crusade against perceived government excesses and foreign influences.

Crusaders Chicago

City News Chamber of Commerce Toutist Dance

A city notice advertises a Chamber of Commerce event titled Toutist with venue Mita Building on a Tuesday. Mack Bowers’ orchestra and Adniis Alon are listed among performers as part of the evening program.

Chamber of Commerce Toutist Ei Dance Mita Bidg Mack Bowers Osciestrr Adniis- Alon

General Johnson Sees Salary Increase to 15000 Dollars

Washington Aug 20 Hugh S Johnson NEA administrator received a salary boost not disclosed by NRA until today. The rise aims to align his pay with his value and cover rising living costs. The increase was ordered directly by a grand order of President Roosevelt before Johnson’s western trip.

Washington, D.C Hugh S. Johnson NEA NRA Johnson Roosevelt West Coast Senn

Texas girl charged in theft at World's Fair

Miss Mary James, 24, said to have worked as a jewelry shop operator in El Paso and Galveston, Texas, was charged in Chicago with theft of $1000 from a World's Fair visitor. Edgardo Naltei, 47, a dramatic artist, alleged she stole money from his hotel room after he fell asleep following a drinking encounter.

Chicago Mary James el Faso Galveston Texas Edgardo Naltei

Boy Rescued From Cult May Live At Illegal Home Surgery

In Port Payne Ali on August 28 a 10 year old, Wallace Doyle Sharp Jr, underwent an operation on a infected leg at the Sharp home. Dr W T Miller, who operated, said the boy was a hopeful case and the swelling diminished after the leg surgery. The family’s cult beliefs and pleas to heal by faith surrounded the procedure during a chaotic scene with chants in an unknown tongue. The operation proceeded despite no hospital facilities and the boy’s condition improved, though Miller warned against excessive excitement that could threaten his recovery.

Port Payne Ali Tongur’s Bay Lfe W. T. Milter Wostire Wallace Doyle Sharp Jr Wallace Dr. Miller

Liquor Trade Fails To Deliver Riches for Many

Washington reports show fewer people and corporations joining the liquor business as the rush to get rich fades. The trade, once seen as a gold mine, is proving not lucrative for many entrants and some are dropping out.

Washington, D.C

Spider bite leaves actor Sir Guy Standing injured

A report from Aug 4 notes Sir Guy Standing, noted English actor, narrowly escapes serious danger after a black widow spider bite. The incident occurs amid mixed reports on his condition as officials confirm his vulnerability while medical staff assess the severity.

Sir Guy Standing Phese Lidison

Minister Named Softa Bulgaria to Moscow Post

Professor Michaltehelt, formerly Bulgarian minister to Czechoslovakia, was named minister to Moscow today, marking a new stage in Bulgaria's diplomatic representation. The appointment comes as Bulgaria seeks stronger ties with the Soviet Union.

Softa Bulgaria Michaltehelt Czechoslovakia Moscow

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