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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1931

Page

3

City to hire unemployed as Christmas aid in Juba

City officials announce a fund of 26 000 to hire as many unemployed residents as possible with priority for former city workers and those with families. Mayor Chambers aims to advance wages for Christmas as job plans are finalized, while health department placements and bond fund issues affect the effort.

Maser S.M. Chambers Old City Chambers Bryan Alavermann Dermen Echimpif Schimpli Manermano Arks Jacob Rubio Birect Paul J. Stefgle Phil Wright Ats Chambern Annnounerd George I. Sitapof Dallas San Actanio Simpeon

Mystery Surrounds Bond Sale In City Finance Fight

The report notes dispute over a $10,000 cashier’s check and security on a sale of city bonds. Charles Dickson and Citizens League leaders demand a court inquiry into financing and bond disposal amid ongoing litigation.

Dickson Attorey ‘General's Office Frederick Stevens

Judges Call Grand Jury on City-Ceral Bank Allegations

The Thirty seventh District court grand jury has several Rotary Club members among its 72 jurors. It investigates complaints filed against six bank officers of City Central Bank and Trust Company for alleged violations of state banking laws. The grand jury names include B Clegg as foreman and F af Lewis Staley H Frank among the Tolary members. Rotary members voted confidence in the bank officers accused of taking deposits after insolvency was known. Other jurors listed include John Fries MM Holmgreen Peter Sehnerer Gehth A Krisch August Menger F J Toepperlein W F Schutz and Charles Baambere.

Thirty-seventh District Court Grand Jury City-Cerral Tank and Trust Company Tocal Robney Club B. Clegg Foreman F. Af Lewis Staley H. Frank Tolary Mamberg Russell C. En Wallace Tarrslingers B. Ht Webb F. L. Thomson Carl Newton Rotary Club Ite Ax Justice of the Peace MM. Holmgreen Peter Sehnerer M. Gehth A. Krisch August Menger F. J.toepperlein W. F. Schutz Charles Baambere

Quokkaan Ig Quiz Witness Testimony Summary

Testimony discusses Kroni P and City bank regarding a $30 million loan for Sweden's government. Kahn disputes firm profit shares, notes second issue of $150,000,000 and discuss trustee duties and sinking fund. He defends private over public debt precedence in a complex postwar finance debate.

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Testimony and inflation fears dominate Senate banking hearing

Senate banking leaders push for action on the moratorium renewal as congress reconvenes after holidays. Witnesses include Danis Willard of the Baltimore and Ohio, and discussions cover Germany loans, central and South American defaults, and the reconstruction program. A federal land bank bill, backed with 180 million dollars, also faces committee scrutiny as sessions continue through the holidays.

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Debates Over Christmas Debt Moratorium Muttered in Senate

Fragmented report shows Denson and colleagues in Wastington, D.C. debating the Christmas debt moratorium. Republicans We On Borah push for orderly procedure while curtailing Christmas recess. Mississippi Democrat urges settling votes before moratorium debate. Discussion includes taxes and fiscal restraint concerns voiced by several senators.

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Section at Majestic Theater Announces Reduced Prices

The Majestic theater announces a new section with reduced prices for Christmas gifts in San Antonio. Managing director Tarmanil Willie and RKO officials E. M. Glucksman Len Brown authorize the plan called PFemilr Circle. Prices will apply on the work date with doors opening earlier in the evening.

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Newton Sues Nat Promoter Over Alleged Fees

A Newton suit against Nat Promoter claims improper fees tied to Newton Enterprises and The Foxe Company stores. The complaint accuses Hammone of ignoring bank affairs before the grand jury and alleges deliberate acts intended to harm Newton’s name and reputation.

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Fragmented historical column on gold standard and Manchuria lines

We discuss gold standard status and global finance remarks, referencing Rockefeller and Japan. The passage critiques official stance, noting a temporary stop on gold exports and urging political action. A stray advertisement extols real estate investment and a citable quote about land ownership closes the fragment.

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