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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1931
Page
2
Reported collision on Gevers Street and Tugshy Avenue resulted in two people requiring medical attention. One person narrowly avoided serious harm as bystanders witnessed a tense scene with a car involved and a prone individual on a terraced area.
Report details warm currents entering the Arctic Ocean near a deep Baltic-like trench. It notes water temperatures around 82 degrees Fahrenheit just below the surface, with a rapid drop deeper down. Observations include deposits and currents, plus health notes from crew and the need for further investigation.
Detroit and Chicago era reports reveal Cornelius Pierson, linked to the deaths of a mother and three children, admitted involvement after authorities found clothing and body parts in a garage and a cellar. The case ties to a string of matrimonial agency letters and a broader pursuit of the missing family. Mrs. Simpson, Pierson’s fiancée, expresses disbelief despite his alleged communications and plans.
A military inquiry recounts Col Charira A Siedberee and Lieut McAllister collision during a paratrooper jump practice at Kelly Field on March 6 1993. Witnesses describe loss of control a fireball and a fatal fall from the aircraft as the team attempted a dogfight formation in a training scramble.
A report details directives urging Catholic teachers to resign amid controversies at a regional aricen study center. The document references family impacts and institutional pressure, noting tensions with students and staff over policy compliance and ethical expectations at the Maline educational facility.
A wreck at Brooke Field involves a salomobile overturning after a three foot terrace climb. Driver flung, two occupants ejected. gas tank exploded causing car to burn. H J Bulledge pulled occupants from flames. Harrison treated at local hospital.
The Graf is preparing for an Atlantic voyage with a stopover in France and the Canary Islands before crossing the South Atlantic. The trip includes passengers at 30 shillings per person for a shawl voyage and a layover at a port as a maintenance stop before resuming the itinerary toward Brazil.
Lawton dispatch notes that chickens in Oklahoma markets are kept in wire cages, with conditions tied to transport and sale. The piece cites observed farmer practices and concerns over housing, with mentions of market demand and regional farming routines impacting poultry handling.
A fragment notes citizens purchasing a historic house to form a new community group. The text mentions an assembly date and a plan to present the initiative, highlighting local participation and organizational steps.
A damaged OCR fragment reports a jailed man crying in court with unclear details. Mentions Ang, coins, and saltfish with fragmented references to fishermen and Tarpon Cortes. Concrete facts are sparse due to unreadable text.
Kansas Supreme Court denial of an appeal by a Lioour lifer sentenced for murder. The defendant challenged the habitual criminal and felony murder findings, arguing convic tion under a prior law and asserting the punishment was unlawful. Proceedings referenced prior recantations and earlier statements.
An American envoy begins a campaign against urban noise, promoting a tech based approach to reduce racket around public areas. The report notes cooperation with local authorities and a focus on safer, more orderly streets while avoiding graphic or sensational details.
In a night incident at Tonewe Park a special officer, Mike Dena, and Policeman R. T. Lowe arrived to aid a wounded boy after Walker fell and his pistol discharged accidentally. The event drew about 100 onlookers as authorities transported the injured to hospital and investigated the shooting involving Turner, a uniformed officer, and nearby youths.
In Kaw City churches form a peace council to direct programs promoting international understanding. An executive committee will lead efforts, aiming to intensify the work of individuals and groups in world peace. A first program on peace education was held August 25 by church leaders to mark the Paris peace pact anniversary.
German aviator Pranrin Marga von Mezlari attempted a Tokio flight this afternoon but ran into a mishap near the airport. The misrouted maneuvers involved a spin and a partial crash during training laps, with authorities investigating the incident.
The listing details a variety of music acts and orchestras on stations including TER ES and KTSA Osburns Orchestra and Gunter Orchestra. Notable names include St Lowe and Tamibarda's WitOp with varied program notes and hour slots, plus a central Pascheto hour and Saturday night segments.
Taul van Shalowitz a Chicago real estate dealer with offices at 4410 WeaTnokyanlevans filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in federal court. Assets listed total $1,492,255 secured by real estate and personal property. Liabilities amount to $1,515,758. filing aided by attorney William Z Stein.
In HSMIBTON Ontario Aug 2 a strange report describes produce baked during an extreme heat wave. A veteran farmer Bertram, tied to a dried farm near Antitleet Leeds, died 50 years ago amid troubling events. Jakaml Magers later fired a shot at a bull, leading to further confusion at a local hostel.
S A May of the dark Aan An tone pailiee pietal team competed in national rifle and pistol matches at Camp Perry Ohio yesterday. He won the Trimsey match with a near perfect score and a 13 shot shoot off. Knights treathera at Yous town Kolert and Steger edged rivals in Class A and Class M1. Claute Pertlattd led a ceremonial event with a 5 yard match using a Vanarish target as Interfleers tallied scores.
In TWPRALO Aug 20 a dispute over buried gold jugs unearthed by sewer workmen centers on ownership rights. Peter Torta, late 19th century physician, allegedly buried the treasure. current claimants Enid Holden and Gause-5 suitors press authorities to determine rightful possessor under heir and property laws.
In August at Tomtoans Oregon miners move independently from distant cities seeking modest daily wages. Many abandon hopes of rich strikes, instead turning to small-scale labor near streams and hillsides. Local workers rig up ale-boxes for few dollars a day as conditions push men toward subsistence mining jobs in eastern Oregon.
In Orrsu Eig area a seven year old boy endured a frightening incident when a large snake intruded at night. He was restrained, later calmed by a caregiver who reported the event as a troubling dream or sleep disturbance.
A garbled snippet references a three tailed puppy in Ohio with unclear details and dates. The text mentions Marion and Aus and a mother at five, plus references to tails and a medical or document slate. Unclear specifics hinder full reconstruction.
Fragmented report details Wiley Post planning a Tokio flight using a new Lockheed plane. The draft notes discuss drop gear to reduce wind resistance and compare designs to a glider. Harold Gatty is mentioned in context of the round‑the‑world attempt.
Ford Motor Company announces restoration of 15,000 to 25,000 jobs, recalling idle workers starting September amid previously curtailed production and layoffs. Detrow reports from August 20.
French foreign office rejected reports of plans to delay the Geneva disarmament conference scheduled for February 1932. Ambassador Bresch arrived in Washington and declined to comment on any resignation.
The obituary notes Mrs. Goodman aged 78 of New Rochelle to be buried in Ban Aptont after funeral services at 11 a m Monday conducted by Rabbi Ephealm rise. Survived by husband two sons three daughters and four grandchildren. Separate memorials record the passing of Miss Mary Lee Wilson, a veteran school teacher, with details of surviving relatives and burial arrangements.
An OCR fragment shows garbled speech about roles and vacant positions, mentioning men and women and a reference to Har Antonio. The text oddly cites a classified-ad style format with a faint hint of job or theater context and a mention of a “minute mental chip” tag. The readable content is extremely limited and incoherent.
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