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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1931

Page

3

Veterans Fund Forecast by Burns Continued

The report discusses political maneuvers around Senate appointments and oath taking, noting Dwight Morrow’s death and unsworn status, Patheon’s legal appointment, and Tillman’s state stance. It covers Miss Caraway and Senator Robinson awaiting oath and Garner’s push to order rules while constitutional law debates delay the president's message.

Vada Dwight Morrow Vathone Tillman Govisinna Invemor Tey PD Thong Caraway Waits Arkangas Mra Caraway Callengue Robinson Vittrian Scunir Garner Ord Eusvion Senate

Students Strike In Protest At University Dance Rally

Students at the University of Wyoming staged a protest near the campus dance after critic A G Crone spoke, with picketing beginning in the morning and only a few students attending early classes. The scene showed scattered attendance across other classes as the protest drew small crowds.

Laramie Wyo Dee University of Wyiming A. G. Crone Stueents

Refunds Planned for Gallatin West Union Stockholders

Stockholders in the Gall mid West Terng railroad are to receive refunds within two days. The total refunds amount to about $3,000 with checks issued today at the chamber of commerce. A. W. Morrison, who led the G W W before its purchase by the Southern Pacific, is expected to sign the checks on Wednesday.

Gall Mid West Terng Mae Lutalay Chamber of Commerce A. W. Morrison Southern Pacific

Oath Given to Jersey Senator Warren Barbour

An oath of office was administered to Warren Barbour, newly elected Republican senator from New Jersey, at a ceremony in Washington. The event marked his formal entry into the U S Senate as a member from New Jersey.

Jersey Washington Fermi Warren Barbour Wew Crow New Jersoy

Democrats choose Garner for House speaker in Illinois

The Illinois Democrats elected Garner as speaker at the opening session on Monday, selecting him to lead the party in the House with Em as floor leader.

Illinois House Garner

Gardiner Seeks Senate Inquiry into Hoover Navy Probe

Gardiner requests a Senate inquiry into President Hoover's handling of naval affairs, criticizing the White House Navy clash. The speaker accuses the administration of mismanagement and calls for a broader, stricter naval policy amid postwar contention.

Washingtox D.C Dee S Wiliam Monard Gardiner Congress Hoover White House Navy Letzice Ligaver Finn Bvsinal Ignory

Congress Deliberations on Federal Reserve and Legislation

A garbled OCR summary notes congressional activity including discussions of the Federal Reserve, President Weaver, and bills under consideration. The text references House hearings or committee actions and mentions banking and finance topics amid unclear formatting.

Common Sense Parenting and Nujel Pregnancy Advice

A mother follows a plain rule for raising her child and cites a doctor endorsing Nujel as safe and natural. The ad promotes Nujel for internal use to prevent poisons and aid elimination, and suggests external skin care as a soothing powder substitute. It attributes the product to Nojel Laboratories in New York City and urges households to buy a separate bottle for each member.

Bin Najal Nojel Laboratories Park Avenue New York City

Insull Defiance Stirs Federal Inquiry Inquest

Federal investigators pressed Insull of Chicago over the use of funds from the Middle West Cruities company. Examining counsel Colbert reported the purpose behind a 504,100 transfer remains unclear. He noted possible connections to political contributions for Senatorial campaigns, raising questions about influence and ethics in the Windy City era.

Washington Leary Marthe Df Insull Chicago Aaligq Middle West Cruities Company Donarinus Samuel Posull Frank UT Smith Windg

Hoover Appeals for Veteran Referendum Support

Washington report details the American Legion urging a nationwide referendum on prohibition and national action. The appeal from the legion’s national commander frames veterans as key advisers and advocates for policy change.

Holiday Giving Sparked by Elko Night of Charity

Elko plans a Christmas eve celebration to raise funds and collect gifts for orphanages and homes for the elderly. A midfest minstrel and Vaudeville show is planned with celebrity performances and a finale charity drive. Local groups and caregivers will oversee toy and clothing donations for the children and seniors.

Pexas Wheatier Fiks Mhinl Pierformanca Mel Tisepl Dioreska Cannective Skiers Home

Freight surcharges limited by commission ruling

The state commission yesterday authorized surcharges on freight with few limits, allowing charges on nearly all products except crops. The move, described as binding today, includes a fee of 12 cents per ton for deliveries and ties to the Wilcrest area.

D. Gee Gmuntey

American Farm Bureau Considers Legislative Plan

The Farm Bureau outlines a legislative plan focusing on agricultural marketing, equalization methods, and cost controls for surplus farm products. It discusses repeal actions, panel forms, and amendments aimed at standardizing support mechanisms for rural industries.

American Farm Bureau

Envoy Transferred to Franca In Franco-Meanie Move

The first ambassador of the Meanie republic in the United Mii, Lorin Tee, has been reassigned as Amba Adar to Franca amid a disruption in the Spanish diplomatic corps.

Lorin Tee Tr Halvalor Madaringa Ambascacder Meanie Republic United Mii Amba Adar Op Rhakeup

Road Patrol Officers shuffled in Dallas district transfer

Dec 8 Lieut Moffat who leads the Dallas A division of patrol was ordered to transfer to San Antonio. Captain C Bumm, sister to the San Antonio unit, will relieve Moffat in Dallas as the new head of the Desas highsray patrol.

Moffat Chinze Dallas Desas Highsray Inday Wrantaw Aml Mis San Antonia Lise C. Bumm San Antonia Sistet Willl Moffatt

Norris Calls for Farm Board Probe

Washington report notes calls from Republicans for a sweeping investigation of the Farm Board and its operations. The push centers on revamping oversight and probing what lawmakers describe as questionable practices and expenditures within the agency.

Norris Farm Board Washington D.C Ok Trepublican Tor Sand Angie

Solon Fights Oil Conservation Policy in New Mexico

Republican Dr Dee B Solon campaigns against oil conservation measures cited by administrator and Senate colleague Krousen Citing in New Mexico as part of a broad party effort to reshape energy policy.

Solon Hington Dee B Somate Krousen Republican New Mexico

Solon Urges Wheat Be Fed to Needy

A garbled report cites a Solon urging wheat assistance for the hungry. Representative Tallow is named amid unclear remarks about relief and public response.

Solon Astrington Henrike Wassely Demaceal

Tax deductions for charity aid urged by Mellon

Washington proposals seek to boost charitable gifts by allowing deductions from income tax returns. Mellon urges broader tax relief for donations by corporations and individuals, arguing it would encourage philanthropy and support public causes.

Washington 1. C Mellon Dane

Changes in Beauty Shop Rule In City Proposal

City proposes rule changes for beauty shops with six month inspections lowered fees. Mayor C M Gihambers spoke to operators about adjustments before the ordinance is presented. Health department inspectors would charge $14, replacing $2, with camberers’ adjustments pending. Mason Uliinbers and others discuss the plan as community response grows.

Nem Wanee Setion C. M. Gihambers Tir Health Ement Engl Jiicustig of Camilaers Tystead Mason Uliinbers Nerwich Voninithes

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