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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1931
Page
1
The piece surveys Jack Diamond known as Legs a gangster killed in New York and links his fate to a broader crime era. It blends anecdotal reminiscences with reflections on prohibition the stock market and public policy. It praises or critiques figures and trends while noting transportation and economic issues tied to modern urban life.
Testimony to the Senate Finance Committee disclosed a thirteen million dollar gain by the National City Bank of foreign loans in the last twelve years. Charles F B Mitchell, chairman, said profits hovered around one point seven million on issues floated since 1910, while stressing many expenses. Debates over how much of the profits benefited the bank and implications for the moratorium inquiry followed.
Weather outlook mentions moderate winds and partly cloudy conditions with a chance of winds near 40 miles per hour. Forecast covers Amats and Panhandle regions with a possible cool night and variable temperatures.
Culbertson and Theodore A. Lightner piled up 2650 points in a New York contest round as Culbertson and partner widened their margin. Lenz and Jacoby won three of their Friday night games while uneven hands limited other pairs. Full match details to appear in Saturday paper.
Rain continues Saturday night in San Antonio and surrounding territory with cloudy skies. Temperatures hover around 46 to 63 degrees as a cool front lingers, with flurries possible in some western regions and widespread showers in East Texas and nearby areas.
Estelle Taylor withdraws divorce petition in Los Angeles and agrees not to challenge a decree in Reno Nevada. Taylor says she and her ex-husband reached a settlement to revive 83500 to 9000—ending the divorce and promissory dispute.
A Christmas eve service at a Chicago church was interrupted when two priests were robbed. About $1000 was taken from a strong box as pastors prepared to distribute funds to needy parishioners. No suspects are named and police are investigating.
Agency dispatch reports Mukden Manchuria where a Japanese ultimatum to China is said to demand withdrawal of Chinese troops from Chin Chow near the Great Wall. Details remain unclear as the message uses fragmentary wording.
Mrs Frances Durnett Leite, widow of Archie Threwell, a noted engineer, allegedly poisoned her daughter Margaret last night before killing herself. Doctors said they did not expect Margaret to survive.
A boat was attacked by guards near Mon and Dicken light at the Sakonnet river. One man was severely wounded and several companions were rescued from drowning as the vessel sank after an explosion. Police and coast guard operations followed, with crews assisting in the response.
Twelve jurors who heard five days of testimony on W. T. Fuller former lone sheriff charged with the murder of Res. Mary in Colliran were to hear the case by nightfall Saturday. The state rested after presenting 14 witnesses, including San Antonio experts, while defense presented 48 witnesses over three days arguing insanity due to chronic alcoholism. Dr J. Laden testified for the state urging the death penalty. J Franklin Spears for the defense urged mercy.
School children in Cnalasha endure snow to attend classes receiving two Christmases. One calendar marks Gregorian December while the other follows an alternate calendar, with Christmas on January 7 under the Russian tradition.
Albany police have asked Ostan authorities to hold Afarion Roberts for questioning in the murder of gangster Tank Diamond. District Attorney Delaney is out of contact, while Miss Rogers Emmor is reportedly in Boston. detectives press to learn Diamond's activities and motive behind the shooting at a boardinghouse.
Boston American reports exclusive interview with Alarion Kiki Dumont about a romance with Jack Diamond Lowas of Albany New York. She says she loved him before his murder and that she last saw him Thursday night as he warned of his kidnapping trial outcome. The woman and her mother keep details secret.
Milledgeville Georgia Nevada 19 RA stranger asks for death cell and states he should die. Sheriff Spence reports the man claimed to know when he would be executed and appeared complacent while awaiting the outcome. The inmate had been sentenced for the alleged crime and awaited Wednesday’s scheduled hanging.
Bond holders and bank directors are under arrest after alleged misappropriation of 4000 dollar deposits. Prosecutors, led by James Shaw, expect further felony complaints and a court of inquiry to issue a final report as investigations into the bank’s directors continue.
In Kansas City Te 19 a wealthy garneay manufacturer Mrs Well Q Donnelly joined police in the search for abductors after her voluntary release. She and George Blair the chauffeur were held for ransom but ransom was not paid. Authorities say the abductors face possible death penalties under state law.
A case filed in Travis County District Court questions whether Texas state penitentiaries may operate a printing plant using prison labor to supply state institutions. Members of the Texan Allied Testing Trades council seek to restrain the prison board and the Tee Printing Company of Atlanta from entering into contracts for state printing.
Reno Nevada reports reveal Dr Carl Pierre Anite from Fairmount West Virginia testified about Martha Mitchinson's death after a motorcar incident on September 14. Sheriff Mussel Trathon described plans of Mitchinson to marry once divorce finalized. Prosecution rests without calling Morray Gracchi, former Cornelia Lane ranch manager, who testified about threats. In Cleveland Ohio, Yaro Novatny serenaded his love nightly, leading to police attention and arrest after weeks of fires.
The Commonwealth Bank of San Antonio plans to reopen on Wednesday December 23 at 1 am after closure on October 6. A J Lewis liquidating agent announced the revival with the same officers and directors, stock at 300000 dollars, and a plan requiring deposits above 100 dollars to commit about ten percent monthly interest. Large depositors intend to move funds back, and the bank expects deposits to match withdrawals as reopening proceeds.
The notice promotes Mary Tow and The Lights Pree Rental Bureau offering furnished apartments in various areas including Alamo, Presa, San Bernardo, Main Ave, Brooklyn, Yale, and Gramercy. Contact Mary Lou for complete information. many properties available before Saturday.
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