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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1933

Page

11

Lindbergh Plane Damaged in Sea Hop to Natal

Col Charles A Lindbergh inspected the monoplane that carried him and Mrs Lindbergh across the South Atlantic and found a damaged wing. In Natal Brazil the couple drew throngs as city officials weighed how to honor them while Mrs Lindbergh toured with Mrs Scotchbrook wife of the British consul. Air France offered repair facilities and the couple resumed sightseeing in the city famed as Brazil’s easternmost.

Natal Brazil Charles A. Lindbergh Lindbergh Scotchbrook Bathurst Gambia Africa United States Lone Eagle

Chicago Cafe Owner Loses Blue Eagle for Violation

Chicago NRA compliance board announces loss of the first blue eagle in the city for non compliance with recovery code. The case involved a cafe proprietor who overworked employees, paid below the minimum wage, and falsified records. An employee described a $5 weekly wage after meals and laundry charges. The article also covers Lindbergh's Atlantic flight and Natal reception with remarks by Colonel Natal.

Chicago Blue Eagle Der NRA Andrew A. Bruce NRA Compliance Board Natal Herbor Atlantic

Wiley Post Now Capable Linguist

Wiley Post, on a hunting trip in Mexico with friends, wrote a letter to his wife. Unable to read Mexican, Mrs. Post called Mexican Consul Luis Perez Abreu to translate it. Abreu relayed that Post said he was delighted as he had killed a bear.

Oklahoma City Dec Wiley Fost Lamnsus Globe Mexico Mra. Post Una Luis Perez Abreu Abreu

Mexico urged to keep wheat duty in place

The agricultural chamber of Jalisco petitioned the Mexican government to maintain current wheat duties. It cited a plentiful supply at hand and rising domestic grain production while reports suggested foreign wheat might soon enter duty free.

Mexico D. F Agricultural Chamber of Jalisco

Ferguson Forum backs McDonald for governor in Ferguson picks

In a Dallas dispatch the Ferguson Forum reprints the formal announcement by C. G. C. McDonald of Wichita Paris as Ferguson's choice for governor. The Forum is the political publication of James B. Ferguson, the governor's husband.

Ferguson Forum Donald Austin CG. C. McDonald Wichita Paris Ferguson McDonald Forum James 3B. Ferguson

Roosevelt condemns lynching and urges strong justice system

President Roosevelt told the Federal Council of Churches that lynching will not be tolerated and called for a government strong enough to protect the prisoner while shaping public opinion toward swift, certain justice. He urged reestablishing the judicial function and promoting a prosperity shared by all, not a privilege for a few.

Washington, D Roosevelt Federal Council of Churches In America America

Governor Ralph silent on Roosevelt rebuke lynching issue

In Los Angeles Governor James Ralph Jr. avoided commenting tonight on President Roosevelt's Washington speech that condemned lynching. The governor, who had voiced approval of the San Jose lynchings, inferred a rebuke by not naming Roosevelt, and suggested he might offer remarks later.

Roosevelt James Rolph Cattornia San Jose Ralph Los Angeles James Ralph Jr Washington

Seven San Antonio students named to Westmoreland honor roll

Seven San Antonio students are on Westmoreland College's first quarter honor roll announced Thursday. Senior Margaret Presley led with an average of 94.5 while seniors Clayton Stamps Eugene Smith Tonna Mae Perry and Mary Estelle, all of San Antonio, plus Homer Stokes Malden Missouri and Maude Waddell of Rosenburg also earned honors. Juniors include Harry Hughes Wesley Ogden of San Antonio and Mary Roebuck of Helena.

San Antonio Westmoorland College Margaret Presley Clayton Stamps Eugene Smith Tonna Mae Perry Mary Estelle Homer Stokes Malden Maude Waddell Rosenburg Harry Hughes Wesley Ogden Mary Roebuck Helena

Heel Is to Blame for Prison Term

Earl O'Hara received a three year sentence in Oakalla prison after burgling a Vancouver home. He looted the premises then fled, and a recovered heel identified him as the intruder. Magistrate W H McKey ordered the term based on the evidence from Inspector Vane of the police bureau of science.

Vancouver Oakalla Earl O'Hara W. W. McKey O'Hara Vane Police Bureau of Science

San Antonians Invited to Monterey for Mexican Auto Association Meeting

Delegates from the San Antonio chamber of commerce are invited to attend a general meeting of the Mexican Automobile Association in Monterey on December 19 and 20. The trip coincides with the presidential inauguration festivities for the republic and visits by guests including university and public school leaders.

Dramaer of Commerce Mexican Automobile Association Monterey Republic University of Nuevo

Britain reports higher national debt and revenue gain

London reports the national debt at 62 342 98 pounds higher than last year, with ordinary revenue up 11 605 043 pounds for the year. Savings from conversion operations reduced ordinary state expenditure by 63 176 083 pounds to 488 TAR A77. A note mentions an eighteen dollar monthly tent grant and a residence at 659 East Magnolia Avenue.

Britain London

Touhy and Henchmen Arrive for Factor Kidnap Trial

Chicago dispatch reports gang leader Touhy and three henchmen arriving from St. Paul to face charges in the John Factor kidnapping case. Acquittals in St. Paul preceded more trials as associates Schaefer McFadden Katar and Hammer were involved. Hammer’s ally Shawkey hanged himself after acquittal.

Touhy Chicago Toger Touhy John Factor St. Paul Gus Schaefer Fiidle McFadden Albert Katar Jeff Bt

Not Guilty Plea in Missouri Lynching Hearing

ST JOSEPH Mo Dec 71 W John F Znak former policeman pleaded not guilty today to first degree murder in the death of Loy Warner a negro lynched November 28 The co patrolman is accused of pouring gasoline over the negro doctor J W Geddy In the criminal division of the circuit court Zook held without hand Zook said he will seek permission to appear before the grand jury next week

Missouri ST. Joseph John F. Znak Loy Warner J. W. Geddy Elrcutt Zook Brand

Bullet Victim Dies as Police Officer Charged in Affray

Francisco Aguerr a, a boxer of 412 Buena Vista Avenue, died at Robert Bren hospital after a November 30 affray. Special policeman Luis Cassanova has been charged with assault to murder in Judge John R. Shook’s court.

Francisco Aguerra Buena Vista Qhet Robert Bren Hospital Luis Cassanova Pesce John R. Shook

Testimony on loan and merger questioned by I C C

Testimony before the Interstate Commerce Commission covers approval of the merger of the Louisiana and Arkansas with the Toursiana Railway and Navigation company. Commissioner Woodlock questions attorney Frank M. Swacker about taking advantage of an elderly widow who must sell.

Interstate Commerce Commission Lousiana Arkansas Toursiana Railway and Navigation Company Sarah Edenborn Pecora I. CG Woodlock Frank M. Swacker Louisiana and Arkansas Swacker

Urschel Leaves On Gulf Coast Hunting Trip

Charles F. Urschel, tied to the Kidnaping case involving George Kelly and others, departed Wednesday with local attorney Arthur Seetiggon for a Gulf coast hunting expedition. He had been in the city briefly before leaving and is expected back by week’s end after a visit to North Texas. A 1981 Ford Tudor is listed in light classification ads.

Charles F. Urschel George

Santal Midy Capsules Claim Kidney Health Boost

An ad promotes Santal Midy Capsules as a cure for nervous spells backache headaches and sleepless nights by detoxifying kidneys and bladder. It cites the Santal tree fluid, French chemists, and easy to take capsules sold by druggists worldwide, promising improved appearance and refreshed nerves and sleep.

Worl Witton

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