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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1931

Page

2

Woman named to represent United States at Geneva disarmament talks

Dec. 24 In Washington Mount Holyoke College president Mary Emma Woolley is named by President Hoover to head the American delegation to the Geneva disarmament conference. Ambassador Hugh S. Citingon will join as a delegate to the preparatory commission.

Sernee Mary Woulles Mount Helyoke College U.S Hoover Wastington D.C Mary Emma Woolley Mount Solyche College Blaine Geneve Washington, D Dec Hugh 8. Citeon America

Man Shoots Wife and Kills Self in Pittsburg

In Pittsburg Kansas on December 24 Pitts 61 shot his wife Edom 41 in their bedroom after a violent quarrel sparked by alleged friendship with another man Biles. Pitts died five hours after being shot in a local hospital.

Pittsburg Kan Tra Pitts Edom Wee Biles Pitle

Federal court rounds out Christmas sentences for repeat offenders

Defendants named in indictments by a federal grand jury received sentences as Federal Judge DunYai West prepared to close the term. Pedra Marliner led with a lengthy felony record, while Dan Walker known as Catfish faces a year and a day in Leavenworth for liquor related charges. James J. Cox and Robert O. Garza received shorter terms in county jail for second offense liquor possession. Sebastin Mesquiti drew a year and a day in Leavenworth for illegal activity with Mike Castres, and other defendants received six months or four months for various alcohol offenses.

DunYai West Pedra Marliner Ile Tase Leavenworth Meuritlo Obreven Dan Walker Fort Sam Houston Gina James J. Cox Shen Cox Robert O. Garza Sebastin Mesquiti al- Ingally Mike Castres Illigalion Vera Cruz Street Gasarea Isi

Tax Increase 5 Defended by Administration in 1920s Critique

Washington reports the administration defends its proposed tax increase amid criticism. The treasury says those earning 5000 or less would contribute 27 million dollars of the 222 million dollar extra revenue, while incomes above 10000 would add 182 million. The plan aims to raise revenue from higher earners, noting the number of 100000 plus incomes fell from 16 000 in 1923 to 200 in 1930, with the tax on such incomes dropping.

Washington, D. C Treasury Jergér

Maine Would Ban Soviet Oil Products

Augusta Maine December 24 The Maine congressional delegation urged by Governor Goodman and the executive council to back legislation to bar oil materials and sail products from Soviet Russia and to end oil trade relations with the Soviet Union.

Maine Augusta Moe Ladey Goediner Executive Council United States Sail Tha

Planes search for missing pilot and five passengers near Nassau

Two planes departed Miami on December 24 to hunt for a plane piloted by Eddie Stafford with five passengers. The craft disappeared after leaving Dimini yesterday en route to Nassau. In New York on December 24 bandits robbed a Prudential branch on Broadway, escaping with keys and about 50 collections.

Miami Flo Buhannan Waters Eddie Stafford Dimini Nassau New York Esuon Prudential Insurance Gompacy

Rabbis Topic Article to Be Rabbinic Sermon Topic

An item notes Rabbi Abraham Dubin of the Aguilag Achimayensogur will preach an interfaith sermon titled A Christian's Chatlenz to the Jew at 8 p.m. Friday. Irving Frank, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sol Ernuk, will be honored at the event with a reception afterward. David Kanter, head of the synagogue for many years, will speak following the sermon.

Rasing Hia Xermon Habbi Abraham Dubin Aguilag Achimayensogur Trving Frank Sfr Mire Sol Ernuk Bonerit David Kanter Aruf Ail Stra Kanter Teilar

Texas Fire Losses Fall in November 1930 Report

A fire insurance department report shows a drop in November losses to $822,745 from $856,369 the previous November. The year 1930 totals indicate overall changes, with comparisons to prior months and adjusted figures reflected in the latest release.

Texas Aubtin Der

Two Women Treated After Morning Collision

Mrs. Virginia Flanner and Site Temi Hartung, residents on Indra Road, were treated at Keen Hospital after a morning auto collision. No further details provided.

Virginia Flanner Temi Hartung Indra Ie Trobertite Keen Hospital

Suspect Held in Abduction Case Across States

In CLVY on December 24 INS Nicola DePew sought in connection with the abduction of Nell Donnelly, a Kansas City manufacturer. Reports say Bloomsburg police notified Chief Siegfried that the husband, suspected to be the abductor, fled to Canada.

Nell Q. Donnelly Kansas City Clvy Insicholl DePew Nell Donnelly Bloomshuts Pennsylvania Bloomsbury Lewis Siigfried Bening Canada

Borah Opposition to Raise Recalled in D C

D C reports reemergence of Senator Borah opposition to government pay raises. The veteran critic urges restraint as Congress debates salaries, aligning with a radical faction and drawing attention from the White House and cabinet members.

Borah Raise Hington D.C Dee Nator Borsh Congress Cab’ Metibera Uier

Garner Believes in Splitting Texas

Washington reports that John N. Garner still supports dividing Texas into four states to gain eight Senate seats. He notes no immediate plan to push the idea but says future population growth could make it feasible.

Garner Texas Washimgton D. Gyles INA John N. Garner United States Tie Duea

Magnolia Advances Gasoline Prices Across Market

Magnolia Petroleum announced a one cent rise in wholesale gasoline prices and a higher retail rate. The move aimed to boost margins while other brands kept their prices steady and additional increases were anticipated.

Magnolia Magnolle Petroleum Company

Banquet Held by 8.4 Fraternity Honors New Members

Fraternity 8.4 held a banquet at an internal Mexican restaurant Wrednen-Yay to honor two new members Lom Shree and Walter ann. Afterward, a reception at the Placa hotel and a late weekly gathering followed the event.

Lom Shree Walter |Ann Yorreal Inks Bntton Placa

Classified Ads Guide for Winter Vehicle Deals

A concise guide directs readers to reliable dealers by examining winter vehicle listings in Classification TEI and Lseb Classified Ads. It emphasizes verifying dealer credibility and comparing offers to secure a fair price and solid warranty.

Liquor Found in Gas Tank Incident Report

Police report details a disrupted search as officers discovered contraband liquor concealed in a car gas tank at a facility. The incident prompted investigation and potential charges, with no injuries reported.

Auto 4

Newsboys Toast Santa Colonel Tuttle at Christmas Dinner

Nat Washer delivered a heartfelt message via read speech at the Gunter hotel during the annual Christmas dinner for San Antonio newsboys. Guests included Governor Sterling Mayor Chambers and other dignitaries as the boys enjoyed roast turkey and a visit planned to the Majestic Theatre. Ross Boles presided and the group passed a resolution honoring Mr Thaaher for his absence.

Nat Wesher Gunter Hotel Hursday W. M.am McIntosh Nat Washer Ill. Washer Aaresage Col W. Hi. Tattle Colonel Tuttle Shell Nat M. Washer Governor Wross Sterling M. Chambers Arthur Crossnerts W. A. Williamtam Hebbi Ephraim Frisch Hey CD. B. Hill Ross Boles B.C. Taubscher Frank Frotrest William McIntosh Tulge W. A. Wurzbach Edwin 2. Winans Boles Ceremonica Raymond Willie Majestic Theater Brislay Mr. Thaaher

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