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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1931
Page
1
The fragmentary item mentions the Hoover Dam and a sensational claim about cash and killing. It references Arthur Brisbane and a figure named King Peetures Gyo in a disjointed, unclear passage.
A fragmented account describes a remote Nevada settlement near Boulder Canyon below the Hoover Unit. It recalls desert wildlife, distant irrigation sites, and the vision of Hoover Dam powering vast Colorado river development with four tunnels and a 700 foot high concrete wall.
Maverick urged the city to seek a legal ruling on a proposed county road funding bond and offered a substitute plan to reduce taxpayer burden while creating jobs. He claimed the current bond would not relieve unemployment and criticized Mayne Clams for maneuvering the issue. The chamber committee backed delaying action and prepared to appeal to Attorney General Allred.
Japan's foreign minister Shidehara rebuffs a Chinese plan for neutral zone observers and hints at Chin Chow talks. The note discusses Marshal Chang Hsiao Tang and Nanking, with a Paris League Council reaction and questions over neutral zone jurisdiction and Sino Japanese negotiations.
A woman in Washington, D.C., writes to the post office department after tearing stamps from an unused letter that had been mailed. She explains she regrets the error and seeks to reverse the action to avoid further penalty.
The forecast mentions Friday and Saturday with variable winds and temperatures around a level, noting interior conditions and possible unsettled patterns. It references a coastal region and introduces several place names and terms that are partially garbled.
A hunger strike by women teachers led to 32 being forcibly removed from a Mexican penitentiary. Guards pushed them from their cells as police dispersed a protest near the city, with crowded corridors and handbills reported.
Assistant State’s Attorney Mal Coghlan announced charges would be filed against Daniel L. Gildoy, a reformer, after a youth was shot while attempting to help at home. Doctors report the 16 year old boy’s condition as critical but stabilizing.
In Entrovillee Texas prisoners at the local chapel plan a show Monday night to aid jobless men outside. Inmates say proceeds from the performances go to charity for those outside who lack work and face hardship. The event highlights inmate efforts to assist unemployed neighbors.
Dr Alexius M Warster of Colorado Springs told the Southwest We Mediental Shelter association convention that fashioning a plump figure remains a persistent ideal for women. He argued that cultural standards and media influence sustain this preference despite evolving body images.
Secretay of State Stimson will head the American delegation to the League of Nations amid cabinet discussions at the White House. The assignment was prepared for February and announced in Washington.
A major riverfront blaze in Tarksonville Jacksonville last night damaged the district and threatened other buildings. Seven firemen and several speedatory were injured as responders fought the flames amid a loss estimated at 1,000,000 dollars.
At a court in Tol Wells Priting Harvin testified as in charge of commercial loans for the Clip Central Tank and Trust company. He said loans totaled about 8 000 01 of the bank's assets and noted notes of 4 000 and over were scrutinized.
The national congress ignored the older government and proclaimed a new military regime led by six officers after President Arturo Argúez was ousted and fled. The crowd celebrated in the streets as the junta pledged governance in line with Salvadorean law.
NOCHESTEN New York December 4 Reports say letters were sold here daily describing the first person to die by self harm by jumping from the bridge. Tickets cost 30 cents each with a $10 000 prize for the first victim. Tickets name sex age height weight and life date of the alleged event.
The forecast calls for crisp sunny conditions across North and West Texas with frost anticipated Friday night. Lows around 42 degrees, highs near 60, and a later mention of light frost in East Texas. Frigid weather is expected in West Texas Friday night and Saturday as well.
A fragmented report states the tobacco magnate Gillam, deputy chairman of a British American firm, died in an apparent self inflicted act after consulting with colleagues. The official inquest notes a knife wound and prior illness, with details unclear due to the damaged text.
A joint committee of the Senate and House investigates national defense and air matters. Representative Frank Reid, Republican of Wines, is reported to be involved. Winston Foulay is expected to flee when confronted.
Testimony from a 10 year old witness in Beeville Texas supports or disputes the account of Newton Yarberry accused in the murder of Dorothy Symons, with details linking the Suspect to a girl alleged to be the slain victim. The witness claims not to have seen certain events until after a prior trial, while another testimony challenges earlier statements. The article notes the ongoing trial and references related witnesses and locations, including Aransas Pass and the seawall.
Chinese forces encircle Mukden as reports say the third Chinese division begins movement from Xinchow toward Helon and the Peiping Mukden railway lines. Japanese officials confirm ongoing advances and surrounding operations near the city.
Fragment reads rental listings with prices and dates but lacks coherent names or locations. It mentions months 2025 and various scattered terms such as ownership and devices, making a compact summary difficult.
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