City Finances Promoted by Mayor Maverick’s Address
Mayor Maury Maverick told San Antonio that weekly city financial statements would begin “to the aliens” soon, as he touted improved finances. He cited notes authorized and paid, lower tax rate prospects, and a growing collections gain. He reviewed fire and police back-pay, bonds, and city purchasing efficiency, praising past officials while outlining ongoing upgrades to parks and recreation facilities.
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Slum Clearance Gets His Man
John Ogden leads a grand jury probe into a man named Felix Hernandez linked to a subpoena. In a rapid, chaotic search through neighborhood alleys and addresses including 314 San Patricia, authorities report the house razed for a housing project and Hernandez wiped out by slum clearance. Ogden notes attempts at several other nearby addresses, all cleared, with the subpoena deemed unable to proceed due to the same slum clearance.
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Nine Playgrounds and City Tax Changes Cited
The article notes nine playgrounds operated from 8 am to noon and 3 to 10 pm. Tax Commissioner C Ray Davis discusses delinquent taxes, partial payment plans, and a hoped reduction in next year’s tax rate. Public health head Dr Van G Tipton praises the city health lab and training, while officials address city ordinances and pension issues. Street work, paving, and employment figures for city projects are also reported.
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Council blocks beer in parks sparks protest gathering
City council postponed a hearing on a proposed park beer ban, drawing protests from Mrs. RR. H. Fairbanks and allies. The ordinance would outlaw sale of beer and intoxicants in public parks and playgrounds with penalties up to 100 dollars.
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New York Moves to Conserve Water
New York launches a five year conservation program amid drought risk urging 178 hotels to avoid water waste. Officials said the city must curb consumption as supplies tighten and residents were urged to conserve water.
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Hoover Denies PDH Asked Ad in Roosevelts Relief Plan
New York dispatch reports President Hoover emphatically denied an indirect invitation from President Roosevelt to head American relief activities. He said there is not a word of truth in the story and that he declined Roosevelt’s offer. the denial followed a press conference in New York.
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Lampist at the Post Office Brightens Quiet Duties
Les Giertz works as the city lampist at the post office tending 2148 lamps. His tasks include keeping lamps burning, repairing them, fireproofing, and cleaning so you could see your mother in law through them. He spends eight hours daily on the unusual, lightly loaded job, a role described with a Shakespearean flair.
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State Officer To Speak Here On Fire Prevention
Eugene Sanders, fire prevention official, will address municipal employees on fire safety measures. Sanders, based in Austin, travels to discuss prevention with police, the park department, and fire department officials.
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San Antonio welcomed lecturer Tom Collins in a friendly city portrait
Kansas City Journal writer and humorist Tom Collins spoke to San Antonio teachers at Jefferson Auditorium on Thursday. He praised the river beautification, praised the city’s friendliness, and warned that many cities look alike. He planned talks for Friday and a December 29 return for a Salesmen’s Homecoming event.
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Kansas City Journal
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Efforts Pushed to Capture Pierson
In Austin on December 14 authorities intensified pursuit of Howard Merl Pierson, wanted for murder and escape after fleeing a state sanitarium more than a year and a half ago. Director Homer Garrison Jr urged nationwide police to check private sanitariums as Pierson allegedly plotted to flee after the slaying of Willan Pierson and spouse in Austin.
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