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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1931
Page
11
Fragmentary OCR shows Hoover urging ownership as a path for families to secure their livelihoods. The text hints at themes of resources, economic striving, and the value of family life, but the passage is garbled and incomplete, leaving the overall argument and specifics unclear.
A rough OCR fragment notes charity workers trading meal tickets for liquor and narcotics at a clearing house. The piece mentions CHICAUY Dee and a theme of donations, with tickets collected and exchanged for booze, implying misuse of charitable resources. The text is fragmented and references a cleating house, donations, and unlawful exchanges.
A Bexar County communications note lists 23 prisoners to be moved to the Huntsville penitentiary, including murderers George Scott and William Bevan and Robert Acree who received six years for the San Antonio pharmacist murder. Sheriff’s office figures show 7197 prisoners committed in the first 11 months of the year, up from 4102 last year.
Archaeologists near Wanchuan in Shansi province report discoveries of Stone Age relics and cave dwellings with hollowed clay compartments for pottery vessels. The conference also discusses universal development plans emphasizing housing, infrastructure, and traffic planning to support growing families and urban life.
A period advertisement touts Aspironal as a safe and effective remedy for colds and coughs, claiming quick relief comparable to whiskey. It urges customers to buy at drug stores, promising money back if symptoms persist within two minutes and recommending sharing the bottle with family.
The case of Douglas Bergman charged with assaulting Miss Gousher on July 6, 1930, goes to the jury after closing arguments. Bergman and Edward Baker testified that Miss Gousher went to a secluded spot with them. prosecutors pursue a forcible attack claim. Baker remains free on $10,000 bond. Walter’s trial date not yet announced.
Ten minutes after a death sentence for the murder of Peter and Mary Wolowchuk in Thorold, Nick Kozub saluted Alex Holowchuk as he was led to the gallows. The motive traced to a quarrel over a grocer bill allegedly owed by Holowchuk, Kozub testified that Bolowchuk struck him, he fired to scare him, and Mrs Bolowchuk with an iron weapon aided her husband before Kozubchuk fired, killing both.
A Kalamazoo based pastor, long blind, has partial vision restored after treatment at Universal Hospital in Ann Arbor. Doctors report continued improvement possible and the pastor plans to refrain from public statements until his full sight returns, promising to share news when ready.
Opposition from the Sociatists and the Unionists is expected as a government seeks approval for a nationwide conference on prohibition. Sociatists have backed prohibition for 12 years, while Unionists argue Parliament already has authority and should not defer to the people.
In Worth Texas, a grand jury will review 14 charges arising from a kidnapping and robbery tied to a power plant incident. Names include former county sheriff Thorbert Seales and others facing charges related to the case.
A man identified as Carri Jamea Deanis, age 50, collapsed and died at Randolph Field. Bystanders report a sudden medical incident, with emergency crews pronouncing death at the scene. The incident occurred near a carrier enterprise in Dallas, with authorities continuing investigations.
A new college to be known as Roger Williams University will be established at Westerly Rhode Island. The project aims to strengthen character and pioneer virtues as chief needs of youth in this era.
A rambling account from a distant stock show discusses hogs and swine breeds, exotic Caracal shieps, and prized cattle. It mentions breeders Le Mor Dixler and Wogilvard in Kinhowa, and praises the Los Angeles show, hullabaloo over tomes like Bean Bindwin and a machine turning oats into refined feed for horses and cattle.
Boston reports say WEAN Providence and WNAG Boston have agreed to provide services to assist police and state attorney general in crime suppression. The offer covers facilities and cooperation with Suffolk Middlesex and Norfolk district attorneys.
A Gold Star Mother in Atlanta has filed a claim seeking an injunction to block the city from imposing taxes on her property. The suit argues that compensation money from the government should exempt her from tax assessments, challenging city and state tax authority over such funds.
Philadelphia news notes one of the oldest lores in the city celebrating its one hundred eightieth year. The silversmith shop was first opened for business around 470L. The site has historic ties tracing to William Penn in 1694 and William Drinker’s later erection.
A widow wins a suit against Frank and Camina Krassztoff over a sneak- what is described as a common law hospitality business on South Fifty second Street. The jur y found for Murzyn and awarded damages. Murzyn, a patron who frequented the shop, claimed the defendants failed to provide promised support and affection, leading to disputes that ended with the widow seeking compensation.
The college in St. Paul Mina restores an old campus bell to awaken students with electric buzzing. Dr. George Henry Uridgian, newly elected president of the school, arrives from Grace N. ad to lead the university. The bell’s return marks a revival of campus routines as the university resumes its daily cadence.
A scrambled report from Los Angeles notes an Indian tribe on Catalina Island using dentifrice from a mix of mountain herbs and wild mint. Capt. Arthur Sanger and Los Angeles archaeologist work with the group after a scientific expedition to the north channel island.
Reve B Creager a Steinblican national committeeman from Exiag plans to attend a national administration meeting in Washington next week. The judge presides over a senate convenes on December 7 as the plan develops.
The article notes Joblees Insurance as a major issue debated by Wakilridge Webb, a San Fran figure, and a key labor movement leader during the 102 Moyne period. It frames insurance policy and employment concerns as central to the FairnessEnbor party platform and mentions the presidential candidacy context.
Rail authorities permit closure of a station affecting service between New Orleans and other lines. The decision narrows operations and schedules, with officials citing regulatory compliance and safety considerations. No date for reopening is set, and passengers are advised to seek alternative routes.
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