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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1939

Page

13

Planning hits all and on by Forbes voices critique

The article argues government planning depresses money value and harms savers and workers. It cites lower interest rates, reduced dividends, and rising costs across insurance, bonds, and employment, warning that millions suffer as planning reshapes the economy.

B.C. Forbes Madnetry Ditchey Siztabte Sig. Pliterprise Hayliys Gsoime Svenchey Samaats Widows Aid G Koubes

Cloth Returns to Source in Leonard Teotis Dec

In Leonard Teotis on December 12 the cloth trade closed oddly as a cargo misrouting surfaced. A cotton family’s note traced the cloth back to its origin, with mechanic brothers and a sister named Hve cited among those connected to the shipment.

Leonard Teotis Owens Wexas Blair Uiraugh Malu

Teacher Adds to Jive Comment in Roanoke Report

A fragment from Roanoke shows a teacher's remark amid a space reserved for a public note. The readable text hints at reactions to a local issue and reference to a concert or performance context. The transcription is garbled with unclear dates and names.

Strange Crime Tale Links Iron Bar to Slayings

A three year old murder case in Bexar County links an iron bar found in a thicket to the 1998 killing of Walter McDonald and the 1996 murder of H W Seely. Authorities say Robert Manninen and Webster Lyons faced death penalties for Seely’s murder, while Lyons allegedly confessed to the McDonald killing, tying both cases by weapon and timing. The evidence includes a bar with blood and a hair, stored as key proof, with Lyons recounting further details of the McDonald killing in jail.

Walter, McDonald Grotery North Cherry Street McDonald Todd Lyons Pertiled Bexar County McBendlé Seely Robert Manninen Cohtery Court of Criminal Appeals Brice Cudé Anyother McDoankl Carr Cade Warhories Approxi Ran Fer Lee Miler Vise Manning Cudy

Second producing zone opened in Magnolia City field

In Jim Wells County Texas a second producing zone was opened in the Magnolia City field with complex drilling and logging notes. The Mey er and Simon No 1 Reynolds and Richardson test showed 204–16 feet sand and a drill stem test reaching 1840 pounds pressure, while other nearby wells were drilled or abandoned as failures, signaling potential future development for the field.

Magnolia City Jim Wells Meyer Simon Reynolds Richardson Vicks Fentation Aingsrili Abarivanert Amity, Oil Corporation No 1 Moces Gemba Willeat Gearee Wes Clementa State Wildcat Incavea Whitsett Dows Simmons Clara McGriff Noeces Aix Deloe Goa Vacipany No C B Talbert Agia Tace Batreia Tim Vba Wellington Ont G Company Delaware Pan-American Clara Driscoll Wilderat John Law Survey Clara Driveaiy Herbig Wallington Oi Seaboard Chaetes Martie Wildvat Herloralens Mewibe BAX Pathicio enviTy Bar-Tex Ci Campans Blake Meamudel Commie Wghiel Alina Prleoleum Corporation No Coom Brown Leatek Wildcat Hiccahy Field J. Davis and Company Incorporated Peta Loreten Rincon Gilbert Mecobur Et Rema Transwestern Oil Company No Cameron Atandonad Wear County Roveen Donca Averkina Ned Bonk Komtung Mat Manca Bvenwilla

Murder charges filed in Slaying of Peaches Smith

Murder charges were filed Tuesday in the slaying of Peaches Smith found near the Leon Creek bridge in February. The victim was stabbed and throat cut, with the suspect tied to the incident after an argument at El Paso Street. Wilson was charged as an accomplice, and the case proceeds before Justice of the Peace Raymond Gerhardt.

Peaches Smith Adedriss Paso Street Valeon el Pata Raymond Gertarde Soyitl Frances Dennis Vittin Leon Creck Mie Voliy Wariky Polonen Scone Erie Poloneo Wilson Wilson Wan Fen Hie Washington Farhak County Don

Forgetful French Gas Mask Habits Amid War Shortages

Paragraph notes Parisians' memory lapse on gas masks and protective gear as war demands weigh on daily life. Officials describe shelves once stocked with umbrellas and holders now filled with helmets masks and station items. The piece highlights the tension between preparedness and routine in Paris reflecting wartime strain.

Atiidant Uinl Ala pAlus Paris

Bigamy Charges Lifted in Texas Case

A man claimed to have two wives faced two bigamy charges in Texas, but one set was dropped. The case involved an attorney general and a Milwaukee based figure in a complex legal matter. Complainant Kathleen Waly, living at 0120 1-2 Brairlway, alleged marriage to Sancti Nichsnsen on July 7, 1999, with events occurring while visiting parents in Dia byton.

Griminay Piereirt State of Texas W. Pat Camp Brairlway Whesidy Mingeetes Mare Sancti Nichsnsen Uly Fe Diabyton Wendy

Bathtub Chant Replac sen Song Paris Ky student wins prize

Lexington Kentucky report notes a teenage Paris Ky student with a new note in a veering style. The piece marks a singing event where a contestant named Hie dlrent af son Heed chanthie I tobavee emerged with a prize in a competition connected to the Kentucky labor.

Lexington Cinsd Ainge Paris Kentucky

Sam Has Spiked a Lot of Rumors

Wichita man Tye Kieler rumored to have spread misinformation about local events. The Morning Engine notes unclear details with potential property disputes and misquoted statements. Authorities urge caution while investigations continue.

Sam Wichita Kan Tye Kieler Elly Engin

Fairness main foundation of American democracy

An essay by Lewis Maney outlines core American democratic ideals as foundation for prosperity. It argues equal opportunity, productive effort, responsible citizenship, and balanced rights and duties. The piece stresses skepticism of debt and taxation as boosters, warns against monopolies, and emphasizes competition and private enterprise within government limits.

Lewis Maney Econombes Newe York Univer Raine UD

Hot drinks provided to stranded Roanoke travelers

Winter winds stranded travelers in Roanoke on December 12. Residents helped by offering hot drinks and shelter. a local bar arranged additional warmth for those stranded, as street crowds gathered.

Roanoke Troma Anarhy Ant Tha Bar Company

Preacher Takes Air Ride at 84 in Fort Wayne

An elderly preacher, the Rev Warr We Lampart, had an incident involving an air ride in Fort Wayne Indiana. The report notes his advanced age of eighty four and hints at the event surrounding his unusual journey but provides few readable details due to OCR corruption.

Preacher Fort Wayne Inn Bee Warr We Lampart

Complex Property Transfers and Deed Notes Across Hous ton Area

A lengthy list of warranty deeds and notes details transfers and encumbrances involving W. T. Moeikeeb, Hot Queeners' Town, Carmen Balinoy, The Olmor Development Company, J. Cutanef, and multiple property parcels in Olmos Park, Terrell Hills, Darkview Estates, and surrounding districts. Transactions include payments, annual interests, and parcels described by blocks and lots with dates from December through November, noting deeds, partial interests, and mortgage terms.

W. T. Moeikeeb BT MeyDowens 1570 Hote Quners Lown Corporation Carmen Balinoy Fene Sole Fonk Clogk Ty J. Cutanef Olmor Development Company Getobor FL G. Thorman Binck Olmos Park Mrnuteau Nat Bundy Thoenan Dot Mt. Glick Reunly Clary Sectine Lowray Ty By Land C Dermoer Masterson Bains Jamna Plorence Lee King Jock Alvin Robbins Fay Antonie Sulvarlan Pele Ackermann Thea We Ackermann Isrirate Grteter Neres C. Nimes Krantor Tnt National Develo Tornaralini Jluls Harmirez Trencher Dent Ty Fats Vita Guatafipe Xemuity Getuker Jauevey Dine Anney Vey Ditlan Bronk Allecl W. Blank Coa Amt Note Inc C.D. Ackermann Theo W Ates Pat Ackerman Sasi Asid Onte SRN Inordhly Ar Cpnt Ham Paul Cote Green Rte Dudes Go Sanford Teh Vvehso Elite Block Amantes Terenon Camcasro Ore T Slinton Blink Anentes Valeritas Safi Puyshie Pepi Het Natichetd Rot Tt Cy Eripelilee Aavend Ypenth Vibor Nate Fey Vinwks Dom Paul Beerke Turton Morrla Kuplon Olina M. Teankin Xopstnite Anne Tole Feiler Teastne Ty Rae Thomte Hasina Goan Asaoniaiinn Weoitla Wien Fain Bias Twa Amuse Ier’ de Bots Soni Parla Bob Meek Tingliy Wallace AL Sa Kelty Norvember Quate Tecmmbar Gat Lopes We Movies AAZOO Einou Marek Aws Pleasanton Park Brive Darwey Deremghor Rink Pragwel Naylor Wtane Hark AR Nets Apr Fan Anm Yyasik Hy Pagahia

Moongslow Club Open House Set

Moongslow club West side will host an open house Tuesday at club headquarters 701 Novelty Street. Julio Enrique president announces hostesses Mary Vatera Margie Padilla Velia Padilla and Henrietta Hernandez. Alamo City 20 30 club president Voetkel co sponsors invites Mayor Maury Maverlex County Judge Charles W Anderson and police chief Ray Ashaerth and county officials to attend noting youth from the neighborhood have formed since August.

Moonglaw Club Sida Youth Blod P. Ns Novih Redo Street Julio Enrique Mary Vatera Margie Padilla Velia Padilla Es- Reretize Fas Henrrietta Hernanez Ale. Voetkel Hue Alamo City Mootiglew Group Maury Maverlex Charles W. Anderson Ray Ashaerth Otter Jelly Howard Pickehs

Charters Austin Dec 12 AP Charters and Inactive Corporations

Charters listed include Lockt Motor Sates Inc Austin and several companies with executives such as Louis Gnidiene and Max Alangsund. The document notes capital and incorporation details for multiple firms including Fl anis maidinallive and capital steel valued at 3000.

Austin Motor Sates, Inc Austine Gatcanical Stack Evaradiras Will Locke E. Treee Boomer Oi Company Tne Avis Oil SIAN Inccrner Tor Louis Gnidiene eKdanl, Fedt Inc el Glove aNies Company, Inc Flanis Maidinallive Capital

Fire Alarms and Local Steals Fragment Summary

fragmentary OCR notes report fire alarm activity at MOLULY and Beaumenn thefts on North Street near 12205. mentions Gy Henletol and Van Nora etnias with prices and percentages. indicates garage work at AI Upgver street and paving by Lan Parlee with minor street repairs.

Moluly Ani Paine Steel North St. Marga Beaumenn

Cotton Tried Out on Street Paying Cotton Tried Out on Street Paying

In MOUS'VON on December 12, a test was shown where a large department store packing area was covered with a bituminous layer and a 50,000 square yard sheet of cotton spread between concrete and asphalt. Officials from cotton growers, contractors, and culture departments observed the experiment aimed at binding the surface and improving coverage for new uses.

Mous'von Catlun Riculture

This Dog Is Lost Found Department Butte Dec 13

Dalores and her dog Patty set out for a short walk to Tavese. The dog strayed as the mule tied, then wandered with the riders causing concern. After several hours, the dog realizing they were lost, guided the woman back to safety.

Butte Main Dalores Patty Eile

Her Laundry Big Business at Aulata Neb

Margaret Badgerow Mitel runs a prestige laundry service in Aulata Nebraska with clients including Washington D C. and New York society. Her operation handles expensive fabrics and linens for capital city functions, drawing clientele from coastal cities and beyond.

Aalata Blair Lome Washington, D. C Margaret Badgerow Mitel Gera Dadgerow Wieth New York Fano Mare

Convict asks liberty or death from San Quentin

Sacramento reports Albert Ruske of San Francisco, jailed for murder, urging the governor to grant freedom or order execution. He admits arranging evidence to make the case against him seem clear and seeks death so his family can recover from the financial and insurance fallout. His claim raises concerns about retrial jeopardy.

Sacramento Albert Ruske San Francisco San Quentin Munier Ruske Hlaing Watson M. Stanley Mark Olson

Swiss Chieftain for Finn troops

Swiss press profiles Finland's top commander Maj. Gen. Ken Lennart Oetchis claiming a farmer's son from Berne built a dairy business and sent his son to join Finland's army now leading its forces. It notes Gen. Henri Guisan as Switzerland's newly elected leader and extols Swiss citizen army strength.

Berne Finland Miainly Biriss Ken Lennart Oetchis Cottag Berne Whelen Wx Dairy Parmy Henri Guisan Aid ‘Uvele Giseli

Europe’s War May Affect Lutherans Convention

Philadelphia dispatch reports that Europe’s war may delay or transfer plans for the Lutheran world convention in Philadelphia next week. Four agenda plans are suspended and about 250 delegates from twenty Jordan countries were expected. Rev. Paul G Eye chairs the Philadelphia committee.

Europe Philadelphia

Coloradoans Must Keep 2 Holidays

Colorado citizens face two official holidays as proclaimed by the president and the governor. Banks, stores, and public offices may close on Thanksgiving and the other holiday, under state law, with banks urged to observe the dates set by the executive and state leaders.

Denver Des Colorado Roosevelt Ralph Carr Byron O. Roup

Sharks Seek Vitamin Value Tests

Astoria report notes an experimental station offshore Oregon testing vitamin content in marine organisms to develop a new seasonal industry. Researchers aim to assess nutrient levels in sharks and other species as part of broader bioprocessing research.

Astoria Orc Oregon Coast Ins

Plenty of Mice But No Trouble

Fragmentary text describes a scene with many mice and a light trouble level among youngsters. The readable portions suggest a story about a juvenile event or mishap, but key details are unclear. No clear dates, places, or names are preserved to identify involved persons or organizations.

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