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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1931

Page

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Economic musings and political notes from Los Angeles

In Los Angeles on December 1 1931 Arthur Brisbane discusses William Gibbs McAdoo traveling east as Roosevelt leads in straw polls with Smith second. The column blends finance commentary on gold silver and global markets with speculation on Britain India and Gandhi and touches on Hollywood figures and the looming Christmas season.

Loz Angeles Calif William Gibbs MeAdoo California Bay Roosevelt Alfred E. Smith

Texas Swept by Winter Storm and Bank Loan Controversy

A disputed loan of about 11.9 million dollars tied to the Central Securities Company and the Central Securitys firm is examined in a county inquiry. A. M. Barnes, bank president, and Dr. Terrell give conflicting testimony over whether the Central Securities company financed money owed to the Federal Reserve and other banks. Witnesses discuss who negotiated and who bore responsibility for the loan and whether the bank borrowed directly or through an intermediary. The hearing continues with further testimony referenced.

City Gentral Bank and Trust Company A. M. Barnes Ache Justine W. Sipyesheck Worves Freverick Serrell Te Central Securitiea Company Serrell Centrail Securities Company James Warnes Federal Reserve Bank Hachatge National Bank of Tulsa Uneris Rast and Savinus Imak Chicago Barnes Pederal Reserve Bank Timaesesi Central Securities Company Grover C. Mort Névittant County Attarnes Thamnes Ajayeerd Osay Mint Martha Matt Tsyunex Hank Dr. Tercell Arthur Vo Weight Henan

Homeroom Style Apartment Listings With Various Rates

A scrambled OCR classified look shows many apartment listings with weekly and monthly rates across locations like Crockett Quincy Gramercy and Alamo. It mentions Savoy, Trenton, Liberty, and other areas with prices such as 16 to 414 monthly, inviting readers to contact Mary Low for complete amounts.

Museum to Display Edison Voice Record Collection

A London museum plans to exhibit an Edison collection of voice records, featuring wax cylinders from the phonograph era. Items include voices of King Edward, Queen Alexandra, the Prince of Wales, Cardinal Manning, and Browning, assembled largely through Col. Gotland’s efforts at Mrs. Gayer’s London pavilion.

Velversal Servier Tondon Ted Edison Edward Alexandria Prince and Princesy of Wales Cardinal Manning Nidetany Tovellisburg Teunygon Browning

Snell Seeks House Rule Change After Speakership Looms

In Washington a House Republican factions moves to tighten procedure after Representative Snell of New York dominated the speakership candidacy. The effort aims to curb what critics call long dominated debate and legislative control by Snell across the chamber.

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California Gold Strike Sparks Monterey County Fever

A vivid report from Alinas California describes a fresh gold strike in southern Monterey County. Prospectors swarm Teaports and nearby fields as mining rushes begin, with early estimates suggesting several thousand dollars in potential gold yield amid frenzied activity.

Alinas Calif Monterey County

Miss Qea Johnson Died at Temple Texas Camp Founder

Miss Qea Johnson long associated with Mackenridge Senior School and Camp Waldemar died after a month in Temple Texas hospital. She founded Camp Waldemar and built it into a major girl camp with dormitories rooms and facilities. Survived by two brothers and multiple nieces and nephews. funeral held at First Baptist Church with services by DeWitt Nobles. She previously taught at Bowie Main Avenue Brackenridge and served as principal at Brackenridge before focusing on camp development. Her death ends a notable life in education and youth camp leadership.

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Pope in Protest on Dance Show

A performance by a troupe of dancing girls and a menagerie in Watitan City drew protest from the pope and Tinlian authorities. Dispatches report opposition to the show and related censorship actions surrounding the event.

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New York City Adopts 1992 Budget With Increase

New York City leaders approve the 1992 budget totaling 691,355,297 dollars amid aldermanic votes. The measure, passed by the board of estimate, shows an increase and outlines funding plans for city services and education.

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Gandhi at the Round Table Conference in London

Indian independence work continues as Mahatma Gandhi and Vestralis leaders pledge nonviolence while rejecting violent methods. Gandhi condemns renewed militant calls and vows to pursue peaceful mass action despite government inaction and past promises.

Kanieay Das Mahatmy Gandhi Wilence Pon Enid Lo Judin

Pinchot Attacks Hoover Aid Plan In Sharp Speech

Gifford Pinchot condemns Hoover’s relief policy as inadequate and calls for federal funds to support the unemployed. He argues local private relief is insufficient and urges direct federal aid to the needy amid debate on relief politics.

Pinchot Hoover Washington, D. C Fao Atteck Gifford Pinchot Pentinglynania

Sterling Reverses Oil Cut Decision

Alsteen, Dec 1. Governor Kosterling reversed plans to reduce oil prices after previously signaling a cut. He cited concerns over field operations and implications for production, delaying further reductions and resuming current output per well. The change followed late night discussions and a stated intent to reassess the economy measures.

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Tax Hikes Seen as Congress Act

Senator Jones of Washington said after a conference with President Hoover that sharp increases in taxation are likely at the coming session of Congress. The Republican senator cited anticipated fiscal needs and policy shifts as indicators of higher levies.

Congress Univernar Washington Dery J Jones Hoover

Noisy Meals Require Special Foods Warn Psychologist

Cleveland December 1 0 Dr Donald Laird Colgate University psychologist told Acoustical Society of America attendees that noisy meals disrupt digestion and can affect appetite. He cited research on how plate clatter and loud dining reduce digestion efficiency and influence eating behavior.

Cleveland Acoustical Society of America Donald

Girl testifies in assault trial involving Bergman and Baker

Miss Gonibor, 21, West Winvis Street, testifies in district court about being attacked by Bergman and Baker on July 3, 180. She describes being forced from her clothes and dragged to a lonely road where the men tried to assault her. Her mother restrained her until police arrived as the witnesses recounted the incident and the defense faced further questions. Continued on page 4, column 4.

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Mooney near plea in San Quentin case unfolds

Governor Holt orders three and a half hours to hear Mooney appeal for clemency. Walsh, Sapiro, and other San Francisco lawyers arrive to present the application while the governor weighs the path to a possible reprieve amid public interest in the controversial Marion murder conviction.

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Winter Storm Dumps Snow Across Texas And Plains

Weather across the region brings heavy precipitation and frigid air. Reports show four inches of snow in parts, icy roads, and temperatures dropping to the low thirties with sleet and rain in Houston and Corpus Christi. The Panhandle and West Texas endure cold winds and continued unsettled conditions.

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Weather outlook with mixed conditions across Bau Antonio

A scrambled forecast notes mild to moderate temperatures with cloud cover and variable winds. Regions show mostly dry periods but brief showers possible, and a slight chance of cooler nights ahead as midweek approaches.

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