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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1939

Page

9

Police Guard Hymn Figures Thrill Ide In Death Prove

Chicago reports a chaotic scene surrounding the death of Clark H. Bluver, former racketeering expert. Police guarded the scene at an apartment building after a roadway collapse caused by earth packing and damaged pavement. Slover, a writer, and Mrs. Fisher, his sister, were involved in a confrontation over the event as witnesses described a piano recital and a strange offer to buy a drink.

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Former Texas U Professor Diex Dies in An Arbor

A former Texas University professor, Max Handman, long affiliated with Lip University of Mitchiasu since 1931, died today after a period of illness. A native of Romania, he came to the United States in 1860 and studied at several institutions. He served on faculties at the universities of Minnesota, Texas, and others. Survivors include his widow, Della Dappenger, and others.

Ann Arbor Mirch Max Handman Lip University of

One Yule Child Born in Bethlehem in Bethlehem Pa

A fragmented Bethlehem report notes a child born on Christmas Day in Bethlehem Pennsylvania. The garbled text references names and a family reaction, with scattered phrases about a birth and Christmas observance.

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Lipscomb Back From Game Hunt

Lipscomb returns from a hunting trip with a policeman, meeting with officials to discuss the hunt. Authorities report Livestock and safety concerns, with plans for continued action and possible future gatherings.

Lipscomb

Coehringer Condition Report From San Antonio Express

Report from the San Antonio Express notes a medical condition affecting an individual. The article mentions a hospital, heart issues, and fresh updates on the patient’s status. Authorities are awaiting further medical details as investigators review the case.

Treasury Position Report Shows Mixed Expenditures and Debts

Washington on December 26 reports Treasury figures with year ago comparisons. Expenditures and receipts are shown across several accounts including salaries, debts, and miscellaneous costs. The document lists specific totals, adjustments, and fiscal categories, highlighting-year contrasts and overall net positions.

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Corpus Crash Claims One as Others Hurt

A Corpus crash left one man dead and three others seriously injured. Driver Mike Weyers was injured while the vehicle’s occupants, including Miratile and a teacher from Vernon, were treated at a hospital. Police investigated at the scene near the intersection of Dukptown and FM Ped.

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Banks Face Government Spending Drive In New Deal Era

In a 1937 analysis, banks are shown expanding government bond investments and lending to dealers as they act as fiscal agents for deficit spending. Deposits shift as banks buy government securities, with reserve requirements and excess reserves pressuring further purchases. The piece notes gold imports and policy shifts amid rising bank deposits and loans, warning of ongoing credit reliance on government spending.

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Tragic Family Row Ends in Death at Guadalupe River

A Lludington, Michigan incident reports a family tragedy along the Guadalupe River where a man killed his mother and then died, while the daughter was injured. The river was diverted into a mill device used in manufacturing, causing widespread destruction and marking a deadly end to the family dispute.

Ludington Texas Toby Slavickas Buck Guadalupe River

San Antonio school district approves stadium amid budget row

The year 1939 opens with the San Antonio Independent School District under public scrutiny as a new superintendent faces protests. Construction begins on a stadium funded by WPA and local bonds, with fire escapes updated and a $30,000 addition to the district school. The board plans a district-wide rebranding to “The San Antonio Independent School District.”

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Direct Red-Nazi Trade Lines Open Between Nations

Direct freight traffic between Russia and Germany has been opened today with Russian mineral oil shipments moving into German ports. The development signals renewed exchange under wartime pressures and expands bilateral trade routes despite sanctions.

Berlin Dee Russia Germany

Woman wounded in abdomen. husband fled after stabbing

In a Turin home a man attacked his wife Josephine Chirlotine with a knife and later fatally stabbed himself near a Christmas tree. The couple’s daughter and others were present as the husband fled through a window. Neighbors reported the husband Ghaimerk fled, leaving furniture scattered and the wounded wife in critical condition.

Chirlotine Critica Josephine George Colyer Fong Ana Wre Htylay Ghaimerk Warnin

Anderson and California Congressman in San Juan Details

News notes Congressman Jack Anderson of California and Solon-Farmer Es visit San Juan to urge policy on the trade agreement. Marvin Sant Antonio and diary entries indicate outreach before a January congressional session. Anderson cites opposition to the state department trade policy and hopes for renewed prosperity.

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Unclear oil well details near Robinson Wisconsin region

Fragmented report describes a Wells near Robinson with half mile west distance and mentions Wilcox horizon tests. It cites equipment like perforated casing and inline choke, notes mud and low pressure, and references planned separation equipment and a second test. Also mentions Victoria field and Texas Gulf coast context with production figures and nearby wells.

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