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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1933

Page

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Today Bon Poncho's Phil osophy and Regrets of Old

Arthur Brisbane reports on the theme of regret and tradition in Bon Poncho and his philosophy. He reflects on ancestral ties, the fate of his father's people, and the lasting impact of past days.

Don Poncho the Man of San Simeon and His World

An extended portrait of Don Poncho, a Spanish American rancher near San Simeon, recounting his life long travels by horse and early autos, his resistance to modern ease, and his deep bond with land, trails, cattle, Indians, and simple wealth found in nature rather than money.

Bimarst Ranch San Bimeon Calif Don Foneha Amrinian Pacific Manmolejh Ania Dar Don Poncho Stntion New England College Oxford Dan Poncha Hhe Sancho Panze Don Quixote Dan Poncin Col Ubey Sinalivey

Brownsville Seaport Project Gets $2.47 Million PWA Aid

The Public Works Administration approved a $2.472 million package to the Brownsville Navigation District for dredging a 100 foot wide, 28 foot deep channel about 15 miles long, plus a turning basin and terminal facilities. The loan and grant mix funds 30 percent grant and 70 percent loan secured by bonds and district revenues. Work to start in one month and finish in 15 months, employing about 660 workers.

Washington, D. C Brownsville Texas Public Works Administration Iministration

Cotton Advances on Heels of U S Crop Estimate

New Orleans reports cotton holding steady after a government crop estimate for 1924 of 13,171,000 bales. Prices rose slightly as March contracts traded around 10.3 and May near 30.25, with No 15 at 34 cents higher than yesterday, as trading resumed after publication and market activity remained modest.

New Orleans Focal Exchange Ls Publicaion

Federal Aid Body Buys 6050 Hogs on Markets

The Federal Surplus Relief corporation announced it purchased 6050 hogs on various markets during the day. Marty N. Hopkins, its president, said it had bought 14,069 head in recent days and would continue purchases as relief needs persist. MISS PINCHOT BETTER. A New York report says Rosamond Pinchot, niece of Governor Pinchot, is recovering from pneumonia and slightly improved.

Federal Washington, D. C Federal Surplus Retief Corporation Marty N. Hopkins Miss Pinchot New York Dev Rosamond Pinchot Pinchot Aim Mir

Weather Forecast for San Antonio and Vicinity

San Antonio area mostly fair through Friday night with cooler Saturday. Low Friday night around 48. High Thursday 68. low Friday near 40. Friday night and Saturday partly cloudy and slightly colder in northern and western sections. Light to gentle winds from west or southwest, with coastal areas seeing light to moderate south to west winds.

San Antonio Texas Olmeridian

Repeal Liquor Recall Tests Show High Quality Spirits

New York reports expert chemists tested three standard liquors rye Scotch and gin. Gin showed 92 percent proof with no trace of denaturants while rye measured 98 percent proof and Scotch 87 percent proof. All three were deemed good safe potable and free from foreign substances or additions.

New York Mec

Fair Weather and Temperature Drop Forecast for 8

Weather forecast predicts fair conditions with slightly lower temperatures. Friday night and Saturday will be cooler with lows near 48 and a daytime high around 70. Thursday's warmth returns with highs about 74, gentle westerly winds, and sunshine expected most periods at Kelly Field and area.

Weather Bureau Kelly Field Alamo National Building

Barrow and Parker Indicted in Deputy Davis Killing

Indictments against Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker for the killing of Malcolm Davis, deputy sheriff of Tarrant county, were announced today. The panels were returned last week to Judge No land G. Williams, who filed them away after the jury added 49 indictments and six no-bills.

Del Rio Schools Move to Sue Over Taxes

Del Rio Independent School District authorizes filing suits for unpaid taxes as the district faces funds shortfalls. Teachers have been paid in scrip for the past three months, with expectations of cash restoration before Christmas. Walter F. Jones, the district attorney, confirms the legal action to protect district finances and keep schools operating.

del Rio Dec Walter F. Jones

10,000 Men Obtain Jobs in Forests

About 10,000 men are expected to be employed in forest work as part of a $400,000,000 public works allocation from Washington. Reports from the United States Employment Office indicate the Superior National Forest area will see this activity during winter.

Duluth Mim Washington United States Anere

Clerk Convicted in Kidnap Case

Kansas City December 1 May Diarence lick today was convicted by a jury of participating in the kidnapping of Miss Mary McAiroy daughter of city manager Henry F McAiroy and was sentenced to night years in the state pension United.

Kansas City N Uie Min Mary McEreoy Alty Henry F. McAiroy Unry

Tax on liquor proposed by Washington committee

Washington Dec A M The president's liquor tax committee recommends Congress set a $2.60 per gallon levy on distilled spirits, a $0.59 per barrel beer tax, and adjusts wine taxes by class. Rectified and blended spirits face an additional 16 cents per gallon, totaling $2.96 per gallon.

Washington, D. C Congress

Corrigan and Fraser to Represent Auditor in Suit

The Bexar County commissioners court named Hal Corrigan and D E Fraser as counsel for County Auditor Edgar G Garcey in a mandamus suit filed in the ninety fourth District Court by Judge Charles Matthews. Matthews seeks to test a law reducing his salary from 5000 to 4000 dollars, arguing unconstitutional. Judge Frost Woodhull noted county officials chose outside counsel over district or county attorneys due to personal interest.

Regal Jabier

Bartenders' Union Honors 8 Notables for Repeal Work

The Hoston Bartenders' Union names eight influential figures as honorary members for their roles in promoting repeal of prohibition. Honorees include Alfred E. Smith former New York governor Rev Charles E Coughlin Nichols Murray Butler and U S Senator David J Walsh among others.

Bartenders’ Union Hoston Hosta Arthur J. Race Joseph B. Bly Charles Sabin New York U. S David J. Walsh Race Boston

Lindbergh to Explore Amazon Region in South America

Unconfirmed reports say Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh plans a flight toward the Amazon headwaters with Mrs. Lindbergh possibly remaining in Para. The couple left Natal for Miami after a brief stay in Brazil, with a route via Ceara Maranhao Para and along the coast toward the Caribbean. A noisy Brazilian farewell accompanied their launch and uneventful takeoff.

Rio DE Janeiro Wrj Charles A. Lindbergh Cam Para Para Stotehbrenk Lindberghs Sittna Colonal Ichnadbergh Scotchbrooks Mario Gamara Polengy

Midwest braces for bitter cold with 16 below in Canada

Weather desk reports a fierce arctic wave sweeping the Midwest. North Dakota Minnesota and Wisconsin face subzero temperatures as readings fell to 16 degrees below in parts this morning.

Midwest Canada North Dakota Minnenota Wisconsin Criscano Nero

Refugee Board Appeals for U.S. Haven for Jews

The Refugee Board urged the United States and South America to accept Jews escaping Germany. Former French ambassador Victor Henry Berenger said France has granted asylum to about 40,000 people and has reached its limit.

United States South America Germany Victor Henry Berenger Washington France

Political Choices Ordered Removed

Washington authority announces December 2 telegram ordering removal of county directors whose appointments were based on political considerations, affecting Wisconsin and other regions. Harry Hopkins, Civil Works Administrator, publicized the telegram detailing the action and scope of the removals.

Washington, D. C Drc Harry L. Hopkins Civil Works Adinistrator Loday She Wisconsin Slvi

Intersible Commerce Commission fixes Texas rail line value

The Intersible Commerce Commission fixed the assessed value at 100,000 for rate making on the Eastland Wichita Pass and Gulf Railroad properties in Texas. This establishes the basis for future railroad tariff decisions by the commission and confirms the line's appraised worth for regulatory purposes.

Lg.c Texas Rail Washington, D. C Eastland, Wichita Pass and Gulf Railroad Company Teana

Appointment of San Antonian as administrator in Bexar County

A delegation from Bexar County urged Governor Miriam A. Ferguson to appoint Guy Bonham as administrator in the rebel area. Mayor K Quin and Sheriff Albers Hatuser joined the delegation but gave no clear purpose. They indicated Bonham and Arthur Proll may be considered for roles in the re employment office and relief administration, while local appointee Bouhuni awaits state confirmation.

Bexar Miriam A. Fergison Ausa K. Quin Albers Hatuser Lawrence Westbrook Guy Bonham Bouhiui State Relief Commission Maury Maverick Priday Austin Arthur Proll Lie Bonham

Texans Bur Body of Man Killed by Deputy in Mob Ordeal

In Kountis Texas a heavy guard surrounds the county jail after shots killed David Gregory known as gro and tied to the slaying of Mrs. Melle Williams Brockman. Sheriff Miles Jordan fears a mob may storm the jail to reach three suspects and may release the prisoners if innocence is proven. The crowd of about 400 removed Gregory’s body from the jail as authorities tried to burn it and learned Gregory died on the way to Beaumont hospital.

Kountis Texas David Gregory Melle Williams Brockman Miles Jordan Gregory Jordan Fish Beliry Voth Jore Can Andertaker Silsbee Brockman Beaumont W. W. Richardson Jefferson County Homer French

Classifieds want ad copy and deadline notice

Additional information on the envelope proportion and complete details are available at the want ad place. Place your want ad for the Big Sunday List before 1 P.M. Bass Urdey for all additions or before FM for a late morning edition. All want ads in Sunday edition.

Bass Urdey Befnre FM

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