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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1931
Page
1
The article paints a chaotic postwar scene with references to gold controls, Britain Japan and Franco British diplomacy. It details a luxury New York speakeasy with hidden doors, a round bar, 30 000 similar venues, and high profits. It notes investors and hotel operators shifting profits into unprofitable lodging houses.
The fragment outlines a three day forecast with temperatures near 40 and midweek expectations. It mentions partly cloudy conditions with possible rain and warmer spells toward midweek. Winds are noted, with weekend views suggesting variable weather and some sun.
County officials announce roads will be improved with a major highway project funded by $400,000 warrants. Judge Wurzbach and Commissioner W liken insist on using men over machines where possible, with contractors from Bexar County preferred. Contained notes of surveys, employment plans, and court action across precincts.
The trial records state Waller, ex-sheriff, accused of killing Mrs Mary Ann Cothron. Plea witnesses describe Fuller as eccentric and intoxicated, with relatives testifying about pills, spells, and worrisome behavior after her death. Evidence includes statements about tires, liquor, and a visit to the police station the day of the homicide.
Negotiations with George J. Simpson Co of Dallas over 1.1 million in refunding bonds stall as market conditions limit the deal. Mayor and city officials discuss Simpson’s tentative purchase up to 1.1 million while bond market volatility jeopardizes completion amid pending legal actions and Austin approvals.
Senator Fess, head of the Republican National Committee, calls on the GOP to mobilize public opinion in defense of President Hoover’s record. The opening session of the campaign committee focused on attacking perceived delays in business recovery and mobilizing support as Chicago remains a strong favorite with Detroit influencing late.
In house completion and party committee activity are hinted at in a garbled Washington dispatch. A New York item reports Missouri Kansas finalization of a stock selection and a directors board meeting, with unclear names and dates.
In Reitzern, Dec 1. The United States congress opposes moves to cut German war debts. The Young Plan committee, meeting there, is urged to assess Germany's capacity to pay reparations. A forecast says the proposal may favor a delay rather than a reduction.
A nationwide Democratic campaign launch is set for January 1 with a keynote speech by Samuel W. Davis, general chairman of the victors campaign, broadcast from New York to four networks. The plan aims to mobilize forces early for the 19th presidential election.
Los Angeles December 5. Gunther Loxaing was awarded 320,000 from his total claim of 31,000 against Mexican film star Dolores Del Rio. The case arose from a fiery exchange referenced in the regat proceedings.
Brussels reports that the Belgian government has decided not to pay the United States the scheduled debt installment. The decision follows Britain's lead and cites the Hoover wartime repairs and Secretary Stimson's stance as influencing factors.
NCAGO reports that 14 Cook county banks, closed amid financial strain, will be aided to reimburse depositors. State Auditor Oscar Nelson signed an order directing disbursement over 5 million dollars to depositors as a holiday measure.
George Bernard Shaw will visit South Africa next month for a vacation, aligning with the British slogan Go British as he tours late in the year. The trip marks Shaw's first visit to the country and is noted in LOXDON New England wire reports.
Co winner of Nobel Peace Prize Alisa Dane Arkrams underwent an operation last Saturday at Johns Hopkins Hospital and was reported progressing well today.
The Democratic Joint policy committee ruled the Toledo moratorium not suitable for immediate consideration and left the issue to the personal views of members. Speaker Goene and Senator Rebinenn urged gradual government cuts and planned an early convening of the joint committee by Garner and Robinson on related topics.
In Los Angeles on December 15, testimony described a husband driving his vehicle toward his wife and slapping her after near misses. Mrs Futlu Tanes testified as the divorce case proceeded, outlining the abuse and threats that led to the separation.
In Austin the University of Texas Library received several rare mirror daguerreotypes through gifts from Verna Pioneer. The collection is regarded as one of the finest in the nation and enhances the library’s historic holdings.
A plea urges readers to donate old toys to San Antonio fire stations. Firefighters will collect, repair, and repaint items to look as good as new. On Christmas Eve they will deliver toys to thousands of underprivileged children. Call for details.
A report details the Culbertsons and Dent Jacobs leading Mrs Fly Culbertson by one percent after forty rubbers in a siderubber match. It surveys bid and make hands and the overtrick, noting possible advantages of the official system favored by Mr. Deny, while comparing rubbers won and lost to the Culbertsons.
A weather bulletin predicts continued cold conditions with partly cloudy skies in San Antonio and surrounding areas. Temperatures near freezing are noted with northeast winds. rain is forecast for the Texas coast tonight into Wednesday, while West Texas should see fair to partly cloudy skies.
Fragmented OCR reads like a long classifieds snippet with scattered names and monetary figures. It mentions multiple names and addresses in a jumbled list, suggesting a period ad page with various items and prices but lacks coherent context or complete facts.
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