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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1931

Page

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Livestock Show in LA Draws Big Crowds and Sights

Report from Los Angeles describes the great livestock show at a central yard near Wilshire Boulevard with cattle horses sheep and hogs. Notable mentions include Zycerold Herefords champions and a famed ranch on the edge of the Pacific at Sam Simeon run by William Randolph Hearst's era figures.

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Revolt Sweeps San Salvador In Bond Demand

District Attorney Walter Cyril announced a $10,000 bond for the release of Charles A. Reagan, 15, after his arrest on charges tied to an attempted robbery of Groox National Bank. Reagan, jailed on the case, faced grand jury scrutiny as investigators detailed the attempted heist and related statements from witnesses and lawmen.

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Bandit Blames Holdup On Drunken Theft at Cafe

A man described as a bandit stole $12 from a cashier at a cafe and fled in a watermobile after a drawn pistol threat. Witnesses recall a chaotic scene as the bandit demanded money and left with the loot, later expressing remorse in a note about the missing $85. The package fearfully left by the messenger triggered a cautious response.

C. J. Doerr

Tom Mix Credits Letters With Cure

Tom Mix attributes recovery to letters from supporters. He speaks of a hopeful return as he battles illness and notes the public response has aided his welfare.

Tom Mix Tetvera

Tobacco Auctions in Kentucky Postponed Week

Kentucky tobacco markets postponed weekly sales after a disrupted load of unspecified goods. A few auctions, including Franklin and Henderson areas, faced expressed dissatisfaction with prices. Some dealers reduced or halted bids as traders debated continuing sales on the following week.

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Helene Costello Seeks Divorce in Lowell Suit

Helene Costello sues for divorce from Norman Herman alleging cruelty and separation after a long marriage. The case cites Mrs Costello seeking property rights and alimony, with details about the couple's estrangement and claims of mistreatment during the marriage.

Helene Costello Lowell Herman Helene Caserile Shaw Shermay

100 Reds Arrested in Spanish Strike

More than 100 communists were arrested in Northern Spain after a general strike was declared in Victoria. Dispatches from Bilbao report widespread detentions as authorities move to quell unrest amid rising tensions.

Spain Victoria Bilbao Hevhange ‘Velegrapte

Composer Vincent Indy Dies at 50 in France

Vincent Indy, known composer Vincent Shady, died at home in France at age 50 after a career noted by French music fans. The loss was reported by local outlets citing his influence on 1990s and early 2000s arrangements and collaborations.

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Weather Forecast for Ran Antonia and Nearby Areas

Forecast calls for generally fair conditions with moderate winds and frost approaching. East of Tévat remains partly cloudy with frost likely by morning. coastal areas expect light to moderate winds and improving conditions by Friday.

Ran Antonia Slejeitt Grnerally Fair Thorstay Fridas Tanral Demperance Thoreday Frest Tévat—Falrig Ena Wien

Postoffice land purchase funds delayed awaiting action

Acfrensurg diate for S3204KN and related notes indicate consideration of buying additional land for the new post office. County officials reported no immediate need for formal transfer approval as funds already appropriated by Congress cover the building cost, with no parcels rejected. Mr Tartman returned Tuesday and discussed readiness at court.

Acfrensurg Nedering Toby Mits Tartman Moses Datman Congress

Murder case details emerge in Yarberry trial notes

Trial testimony from Tom Conner builds a timeline of Dorothy Yarberry’s movements on July 30 near Aransas Pass. He recounts she planned to meet Yarberry after being told to wear specific clothing, with police noting a possible abduction site and later discovery of a garment in a shallow pool. The defense counters with questions about Dorothy’s whereabouts and motive.

Hhevitele Loren Tee George W. Ring Ormier Aranean Pass la Parme Tom Conner Oklahoma City Meciink Harothy Bheer Marothy Yarberry Conner Conners Foreler Daratiy Vowler Gai Dorothy

Hoover plan for homes studied

Washington D C deo ty City neighborhood and groupings of single family houses around schools churches and recreation centers were urged as a path for America The housing committee of President Hoover s conference on home building and ownership called for slum clearance and new financing to develop neighborhoods and ease home ownership the plan set forth a path for affordable housing and improved community planning

Washington, D. C Dee Futy Schonls America Hoover

President Toover Sant Calls for Home Ownership Aid

President Hoover speaks at a conference on home building and ownership urging easier financing to help the average family purchase a home. He argues current costs and credit barriers cap personal stability and security, urging reforms to allow more families to invest in owning a dwelling.

Washington, D. C Bec Liman Toover Santwight N-Nion Eo Hoover Mover

Piano Movers Hoist Used To Handle Butcher Body

A six man crew with named workers used a piano hoist to move the butcher’s body at a morgue site. The body weighed about 142 pounds and was transported from an interior location to the hearse, with assistants and apparatus mentioned in the опис text. The note describes the methods and equipment used during the recovery.

Tore Kork Anckle Eoker Paunda Ingecomd Atk Linme Balay

Fair Weather Predicted for L A and West Texas Cold Snap

Forecast calls for generally fair conditions in Los Angeles with colder spell continuing, while San Antonio and West Texas expect persistent chill. Light winds and near freezing risks overshadow highs in the mid 40s to 50s across areas, frost possible Thursday night if clear skies persist.

Miemigh Akion Brovg San Antonio Honys West Texas

Man Shot Dead During Card Game in Houston

Copeland, 30, was shot to death early today during a card game in Houston. Witnesses say a man wearing a mask stepped into the dark room and fired, then fled as others scrambled. Police believe the shooter planned to rob the group and fled with a firearm still missing.

Houston Dee AM A. F.oltany Copeland Lheath Aab Copelail Wittersee Shin Fa Weerie Tobling

Lighthouse Keeper Delivers Provisions to Aided Crew

Galveston report notes keeper Dee Weaderfeld and Assistant Kertiee Weatherford making a three day provisioning voyage to the lightouse amid calmer seas. The Gulf was calmer today and relief guards accompanied the crew, ensuring a successful trip.

Galveston Dee Weaderfeld Kertiee Lightlawse Lghthanse Gulf Wokefield

9 Gentle Wheat Tax Urged on Britain

London reports a proposal to impose a duty on imported foreign wheat as a protectionist measure. The plan, circulated by government ministers, aims to tax untold foreign wheat stored in Britain and to curb reliance on foreign grain amid exchange rates.

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Akron airship sister ship may be faster than Akron

Rear Admiral Moffett forecasts faster engines for the Akron class airship fleet. The sister ship, ZRS3, is expected to improve speed and performance, with new engines developed domestically to boost lift and maneuverability.

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Five Killed in Auto Train Crash in Arizona

Five people died when an auto train collided with a vehicle in Goldwater, Arizona last night. The accident involved a colonel from the medical corps and other passengers, with investigators examining the scene and causes. Local authorities released few details pending a full report.

Gold Wate Ariz Dre 3 Tarnaott Massing Medical Corps Daria Ie Raaviet Rygimne

Hoover Accepts Speaking Date From White House Declares Birthday Visit

President Weaver accepts an invitation to attend a joint session of Congress on Washington's birthday. The move signals planned public remarks and aligns with calendar events, with timing set for a formal address at the Capitol.

Hoover Washington, D.C Weaver Niles Courtesa

Revolt Rumors Hit Capital as Salvador City Seethes

A cable report from Radio Grings details unrest in the capital of San Salvador with street fighting and signs of a general revolutionary movement. A Washington dispatch notes a revolt spreading and officials assessing the outbreak as an upheaval despite incomplete transmission.

Washington Dee B Beleadoe Senate Department Fan Falator Qlades B. Onestek Bhowxavilla Sam Salvador San Salvador

Monument Plan Urged to Honor Firemen and Policemen

Washington December 3 The U S commission to honor those killed in duty seeks a memorial but Senator Cooper of Kansas opposes funding The proposal would fund a monument and memorial file directing selection of a suitable form faces opposition amidst congressional debate.

Washington America Fie Cooper Kansas Intea

Summers Nominate Garner Amid Congressional Debate

A partisan roll call in Washington today nominates Garner for a key leadership position. The delegation and its chairman lead the effort as representatives and party leaders weigh the speaker’s role and party unity.

Waiting For You In A Fragmented City Notice

A garbled OCR style text shows scattered phrases about apartments, months, money terms, and public notices. The readable bits reference Hovnton, Montana, dates, and payment terms, with stray mentions of ads and property, suggesting a chaotic real estate or rental listing fragment with unclear details. The piece lacks coherent events or entities to anchor a single news item.

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