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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1930

Page

3

Love of Wife atays Plea of Guilty in Bank Embezzlement Case

Alfred Campbell pleaded guilty to 13 federal counts of embezzlement and misapplication of bank funds after four days of denial. His wife, who believed in his innocence, stood by him until the plea change and his sentencing in West Federal Court. The testimony detailed purchases and finances hidden from his spouse, ending with her public emotional collapse.

Equity Alfred ‘Vy Campbell Hlacon Fridox National Book of Commerce Cary Duval West Bell Geonie Caimbells Hla Wits Geveral Zianti Investments Finarcea Fleorce Eckabe Tse Mocments Selual Bate Thuradey Dal Federal Building

Mexican military leader Ortiz visits Texas with aide Fianta

Ges Ernesto Ortiz, military governor of Nueva Laon Mexico, based in Monterey, and visiting San Antonio as guest of Tom Hogs, is noted as one of Mexico's most distinguished leaders with 21 years in service. He will return to Mexico Thursday.

Ges Ernesto Ortiz Nueva Laon Mexico Monterey San Antonio Tom Hogs James Hote Ortis Ortiz Col. R._Fianta

City News Fir Jerroms and His Vamp Oder Orchestra Dance

Community notices advertise a prize dance at Midway with Ariat orchestra and cash prizes. Details mention old and modern dance formats, a Saturday event in Hermann with bands, and a long list of locations and acts including Trouncond and Cybolo.

Fir Jerroms Vamp Oder Roecns Uebagra Ariat Orchestra Midway Exter Hermann Reball

Charges of False Report Dismissed

Louisvilia Ky December court action dismisses charges against Albert Svinon aged 52 who circulated a false report that the Stock Yards Bank had closed last month, dismissed on motion of the bank's attorneys.

Louisviliat Albert Svinon

Degrees Awarded at Pontifical College for the Propagation of the Faith

American students at the Pontifical College for the Propagation of the Faith received advanced degrees before returning home. Nineteen earned Doctor of Theology and five Doctor of Philosophy, with others granted lesser degrees. Paul Polgens of San Antonio, Texas, among those named for Doctor of Theology.

Catholic North American College United States Pontifical College For the Propagation of the Faith

Post Office Withdraws Objection to Thompson Prize Plan

Washington December 12 press dispatch reports the post office department has withdrawn objections to Chicago Mayor Thompson's prize distribution plan. Gort J. Appell and Samuel L. Gowin presented the plan at the department, with a promise to notify Chicago postmaster Arthur C. Souder that contest procedures may be admitted.

Washington, D.C Post Office Department Thompson Chicago Gort J. Appell Samuel L. Gow Inn Tornce Donnelly Arthur CG. Souder Cout

Extortionists Target Ads in Light Classifieds

Light Classifieds ads are being used by extortionists to lure victims with threats of tickets from The Texas theater. The warning urges avoiding personal notes and contacting Crockett On for guidance. it notes financial and real estate advertising as routes exploited by the scam.

Texas Theater Crockett

Four Bodies Dug Up in Watford City Farm Case

Four bodies were recovered near a farmhouse in Watford City North Dakota as investigators link them to the Haven family disappearance. Authorities believe a barn floor grave contained the infant and several relatives. charges of embezzlement appear connected to ongoing investigations.

Watford City N. Jh Mysterio Atrest Chartres Sonnen A.B. Wu- Yel

Injured Man Led Officers to Hidden Bodies in Barn

After the first body was found the sheriff took Bannon to Williston. He confessed where other bodies were buried and, by lantern light, authorities dug a barn trench to uncover three bodies and possible remains. Reports allege Mrs Aven killed her husband and three children with a hammer, with Bannon aiding in the burial. Authorities cite mental illness claims and further denials as the case unfolds.

Recs Sherif Bannon Williston Mannon Bonnet Aso Bayer Nira Elaven Jinnband Cannon Aven Chris Sensou Alwml Haven

Local Federal Reserve Bank Weekly Figures For San Antonio

Resources of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Antonio totalled 124 103 000 for the week ending Friday down 432 000 from the prior week and 33 006 000 from the same week in 1920. Bills and securities stood at 44 327 000 enabling 343 000 income versus the prior week with a 0 0 74 000 drop from 1920. Reserves were 64 834 000, down 5 637 000 from last week and down 17 467 000 from the comparable 1920 period.

Federal Reserve Bank of Ji¢itas San Antonio Bang Iz A Frilas

Holiday Schedule Sets Break for 2nd Division Staff

The 2nd Division will observe a week long holiday from December 24 to January 1 with offices open for essential work at 9 a.m. daily. Exceptions on December 2 and 25 and January 1. Other posts to issue similar orders.

Ghiratas

Evolutionist Sought by Union Test Case Arkansas

New York December 12 The American Civil Liberties Union seeks an evolutionist in Arkansas to offer himself as a test case under the state statute. Forrest Gailey, union leader, announced the plan as part of the drive to challenging the Autonet provision.

Union New York Tibertirea Mia Arkansas Wll Forrest Gailey Dimutnr Union Antithony

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