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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1931
Page
5
Fragmented OCR notes reveal a local dispute over road work funding and schedules. Officials argue for proceeding with necessary projects while critics urge changes and relief measures for workers amid county budget constraints.
Fragmentary OCR item mentioning Medicinal Produce and a Ber. Us patent filing with names like F Fougera and Tacy New York. Details are unclear but refer to pharmaceutical production and a historic patent record.
Witnesses described Fuller as insane with details of his behavior and alcohol use. Family members testified to his drinking and unsteady conduct while prosecutors showcased the store slaying of Mrs. Cothron. Doctors evaluated his sanity as the court weighed the mental state in the high profile case.
Will Wright, tied to a May 10 1930 grocery store robbery and extortion schemes in Texas, had his trial postponed by Special Judge W Anthony as defense counsel faced absence. The proceeding, with about 300 present, aims to resolve charges including robbery of B S Clair and extortion from K W Morris at a filling station.
Funeral services for Jesse J. Williams 70 longtime Seguin resident and former Guadalupe County judge were held with burial in San Gordon cemetery. Survived by his widow and two sons Walter Williams and another son.
Social leader in Philadelphia high society is questioned as to trends among Philadelphians. Eugene Beddann, steward of the exclusive Mercquet club, notes socially prominent residents who dine on simple fare prefer honest dishes like ham and cabbage over fancier foods. Women urged to recognize modest tastes.
A farmer while ploughing in New York on December 15 unearthed about 50 turtle eggs, some of which were hatched. The event is noted as a rare find during the typical hatching season.
A city faced a judge as an injunction was refused over bond sales. Lawyers for Phillips and Dickson argued against selling the bonds without a public vote, while City Attorney Dobbs contended the bonds were void or premature. Attorney General Allred warned the bonus in litigation would be approved if settled by December 17. Mayor Chambers attended part of the hearing as the case neared its end.
The parish votes to construct a memorial hall within ten weeks as a parish house for Grace Chapel. Mrs Dy and Protiar left funds for the project which is approved and estimated at about 7500 dollars.
A barber clashed with union members after trimming prices by half in response to hostility. The union retaliated with a planned plaza of incentives including free taxi rides to meetings and a show of solidarity as Shinners faced pressure. The dispute centers on wages and membership dues amid ongoing tensions.
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