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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1931
Page
1
The city bid farewell to Dr. Charles Cres tonight, praised for courage and service to medicine. The long obituary noted his noble character, leadership, and devotion to public welfare, alongside tributes from friends and relatives.
Fragmentary report describes a wreck near Telarkana with multiple fatalities and numerous injuries. Names, locations, and exact circumstances are garbled, but the event involved a collision or crash resulting in casualties and responders at a nearby church area.
Wage reductions averaging ten percent will be applied across all Westinghouse plants including the electrical and manufacturing divisions. Announcement cites G. S. Prifle as the company’s president and general manager and notes the plan to take effect in May.
A scan of mixed rental notices lists monthly rents from 20.00 to 430.00 and weekly rates, with addresses inclining Park Apartments and Compton area. It notes owners and agents, asks readers to call for terms, and mentions several names and places in December listings.
Professor Kane describes wife Emily’s death as a murder attempt and details a 1919 Virginia Beach incident. He testifies about their move from Fort Wrage, trips to Mont Beau and Roanoke colleges, and Emily’s fear of water before her fatal fall into the surf.
Reports from Vienna claim Madame Marianne Delon, bride of Prince Nihtane, fell ill after a sleeping pill overdose. She resides in her own apartment while palace life continues, with tensions over their marriage and Nicholas facing scrutiny from King Carol.
A court inquiry heard testimony by W. J. Kins former president about a 3 million solima loan secured through notes rather than a direct loan. The city central bank and subsidiary securities were cited in relation to a second loan and note sales. Premier resignations followed foreign policy turmoil and talks of a new cabinet and possible government changes.
The League of Navians opens talks with China and Janno on a Mandivelan peace proposal amid rising violence. Chinese guards clash with insurgents near Mankiw along the Russian rail line west of Cen. Heian governor Wing Chau weighs backing Creoe forces or Mab Chan-Shan alignment as unrest deepens suspicion of internal intrigues.
New hydrogen isotope heavy gas is described as twice the weight of ordinary hydrogen and possessing an unusual electric character. The American Institute of Standards announces a joint achievement by the United States and international partners, noting its potential impact on scientific standards and future uses.
Weather forecast for San Antonio area shows cooler conditions and clearing skies. Friday night temperatures near 64 with Saturday highs around 70, mostly fair and cooler, with light winds and limited rain possible despite earlier forecasts.
A fragmented report from Manchester outlines a proposal to dismantle and immobilize a facility associated with ey and WCU, detailing discussion by a committee of laborers. The plan references a 29 date for trade action and ongoing industry responses.
Gen Pintarco Hing Celles named president of Compania Halera Mexicana, formed to extract scarce rubber from Julio Pellerite Giron era. The new firm aims to produce synthetic rubber, supporting wartime needs and national industry development in Mexico.
Six armed convicts escaped from the Leavenworth federal penitentiary after abducting Warden White near a farm nine miles west of the prison. Authorities reported the warden unarmed and carried away as the escapees fled, using explosives and evading pursuing forces from Fort Traven and local officers.
Greensburg Ta December 11. The 60 coke ovens will be fired up again after a near shutdown. The U S Steam Department reports planned restart of the brick coke operation, marking a resumed production at the plant.
In Aviedo Spain two people were killed and about fifteen injured when police charged a crowd of strike demonstrators during a December protest. Authorities blamed the violence on agitators and vowed investigations.
Forecasters predict variable conditions with scattered showers Friday night and cooler temperatures. Highs around mid sixties, easing into gentle winds, partial sunshine possible later. Overnight lows near 40s with patchy frost risk in rural areas.
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