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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1931

Page

2

Veterans pressure cash relief plan dominates talks in congress

D G Bes reports conservatives push to reject cash relief and back a bond plan. 1,000,000 veterans rally behind a plan to issue cash certificates and government notes to fund public works. Wright Palman reveals a new currency concept to circulate 2,000,000 in notes while preserving a gold reserve. Hoover faces mixed reception as veterans’ aid drives gains with a Washington parade planned.

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Farm Loan Bureau Capital Increase Proposal Report

SHINGLON DG us ute zu INL Increase of the capital of the federal farm loan bureau by 195000 instead of the 10000000 approved by the house will be recommended to the senate subcommittee on agriculture and enforcement announced by Republican Carer of Exiling. An additional 25 000 000 would be used for relief of delinquent borrowers as a foreclosure for the debt payments to extend the debt moratorium on farmers.

Shinglon Ute INL Federal Farm Ina Bureau House Senate Crosls Itor Carer Federa Fuod

Debt Conference Set For January 18 At The Hague

A proposed reparations conference to discuss postwar debt relief is outlined in a Young Plan advisory report. Key nations including France, the United States, Britain, and others are expected to participate, with January 18 tentatively approved as the meeting date at The Hague, Holland.

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Emergency Road Measure Pushed in Abington, DC

A fragmented report outlines a road construction bill tied to a January session. It mentions Rep Maladas, a Republican from Alabama, and references a $2,000 expense amid debates over a Christmay project. The text is garbled but signals legislative action on funding.

Abington D.C Gerry Post Edislory Christmay Nepeblican

Flier Seek Missing Pilot In West Virginia Search

A flight of stray aircraft from Sel tidge in Michigan led by Captain F C Whitebrad of the 105 Pursuit group arrived in Migstown Pa to scour West Virginia for Second Lieutenant Bobby Bobbitt reported missing south of Bitins W V. Bobbitt, from Belfridge field to Hot Springs Va, landed at Burgess Field at 1145 am yesterday then departed for Hot Springs. No sign of him found on checks today.

Migstown Sel Tidge Mich F. C. Whitebrad West Virginia B. Bobby Michigan Air Bitins Burgess Geld Hot Springs

Crippled Children Education Aided By Wisconsin Charity

More than 3000 crippled children in Wisconsin receive education, says John Calabou, state superintendent. The state and Wisconsin Association for the Disabled provide facilities so these children may attend grade school. High school aid is limited to families unable to pay. Transportation arrangements and lodging support are organized through the association.

Wisconsin Madison Wis John Cailabou Ature Wisconsin Association For the Disabled Spd Lome

Plunge From Hotel Adjudged death by own action

A coroner juror ruled that 37 year old Moore died by his own actions after a Christmas Eve hotel room scene. Principal witnesses Mrs. Taylor and Esther Taylor 23 and Hebert Witt from Cincinnati testified Moore was despondent and had been drinking heavily that day.

Washington, D.C Dew Laude Moore Ty Tomen Esther Taylor Hebert Witt Cincingsti Moore Moml Aid

Corpus Man Sentenced to Life in Texas Murder Case

Corpus Christi Texas Dec 8 V Don Caine convicted of murdering Alfred Stebach was sentenced to life imprisonment in the state penitentiary after his motion for a new trial was overruled.

Corpus Cnuist Texas UNS Don Caine Alfred Stebach Erate Tziel Fay

Pioneer Chicago Banker Dies in Evanston

An elderly Chicago banker, longtime figure in local finance, passed away in Evanston. Details on his career and family remain scarce in the sparse obituary fragment.

Editors Called On to Lead Nation to New Social Era

A letter to the American Federation of Newspaper Editors urges editors to unite and lead the nation toward a new social era. The writers praise editors as the most intelligent and powerful group, arguing their combined action could begin the needed reform.

Adore F. Mactlwnns Hel Hinchal Aa Editory of America Nike Ig Nation Reneolie KoelAl Ftioit Americag F Tolliora

Hoover Plans Intensive Drive to Pass Economic Program

President Hoover will launch an intensive effort to push his economic recovery plan through Congress. He will hold conferences with leaders from both parties to secure support and cooperation as the session resumes. The White House said the program is nonpartisan and should gain broad backing.

Washington V. G Wee Hoover Sill Congress Lbst White House

Hooveres Complete Reception Plans For New Year Ceremony

The White House finalized plans for a New Year reception from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The president and Mrs Hoover will host. About 15 000 guests expected, starting with cabinet and diplomatic corps, then Supreme Court and judiciary, constitutional delegation, military services, bureau heads, and finally the general public.

Washington, D. C White House Hoover Supreme Court

Old Bill Paid By Money Hid In Log

Dec 26 in Tésho. Emma Gilman’s funds valued at 2500 in securities were found and state recovery of 1714 was made. the state assisted by patient care at the Idaho State Hospital for the Insane. State law requires patients to pay if able. The beard findings triggered a salt recovery.

Tésho Emma Gilman Idaho

Home of Stimson Put Under Guard

A letter threatening to harm Secretary of State Stimson prompted police guard protection at the home. The missive, marked New York and dated December 1 22 and 23, described a crank intent on injuring the secretary.

Stimson Bington CUSJ

New Cure for Drunkards Proposed by Sedgewick

Joseph Sedgewick of the Attorney General's department outlines a method for habitual drinkers that he claims would be far more effective than jail. He notes a new approach to penalties under British law and positions his plan as an improvement over existing deterrents.

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Solon Seeks Boulder Inquiry Amid Debate

Solon presses for a Boulder inquiry after a committee reported optimistic work on a project. Senator Asharat of Arizona said there is no basis for action on a proposed renegade operation, noting ongoing concerns about the investigation.

Solon Boulder Boulder Dao Menator Asharat Denezst Arizona Noress

Peoria Ramps Up Fight on Gangs and Crime

Peoria authorities announce a city wide crackdown with Chief Wilean appointing 2% World Veterans unit to assist police. The plan includes purchasing machine guns tear bombs sawed off shotguns and other weapons to combat gang activity amid mounting tensions.

Peoria Tern Wilean Tetey Worl Veterana O ‘Hin

Law Hearing Group Named to Probe Prohibition Repeal

Washington December 28. Two subcommittee chairmen were appointed today by Senator Norris to hold public hearings on wet legislation for the first time since the Prohibition era. The Blaine Borah committee will study bills proposing repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment and liquor prescription controls. A second committee under Hebert will consider resolutions for amending the Constitution.

Washington 1. C INS J Norrin Sebroyka Senate Ca Ee Frobisalah Congressional Blaine Wisconsin Borah Idaho Heert Kode Island Ashurst Arizone Walsh Montana Bingham Connecticut Hebert Hhode Island Robinson Indiane

Weather and travel notes from a Texas region issue

The page lists regional weather for tourists including clear to cloudy conditions, wind strengths, and forecasts for Texas and nearby states. It mentions temperatures, precipitation chances, and a travel advisory with scattered city names such as Dallas, Fort Worth, Amarillo, El Paso, and Odessa.

Nene Texas Cendithen Terrzia Kav Inter Galy Brys Mejnen FL Faye Sr Dort Railty Falvestan Wren Chek Ark Obie Dinabe Phrealiy Wittiburgky Pa Pars Artur Seescellitar Tomas

Weary Willie Receives Meal and Shelter in Allen

A report by L. E. Weber, head of the local relief committee, describes how itinerant tramps in Allen receive minimal food and one night’s lodging. Over 10 days, an average of 7 cents per day funded 834 meals at a local haven, with the cheapest ticket also cited.

Willie M’allen Atgen Lee Onen L. E. Weber Tums Union Incalhobo Weber

Mischief Maker Fires at Sign Near Berkshire Avenue Dance

Police report a woman at 102 Berkshire avenue said a person bent on mischief fired several shots at an electric sign in front of her dancing atudin Saturday night. Mrs. S. Lyday notified authorities.

Atudin Berkshire Avenue S. Lyday

Ships rush to aid Brindisi passenger liner after distress call

Rome dispatches report that the Brindisi passenger motorship sent a distress signal in the Adriatic off Zara. Several ships proceeded to the scene to render assistance and rescue efforts were underway tonight.

Rome Briddisi Zara

National Job Surety Plan Urged By Senate Study

Washington December 20 A national unemployment insurance system will be recommended to the Senate by a special committee. The plan avoids direct federal appropriations, using tax exemptions and refunds to aid employers. Employers can deduct up to one fifth of their annual unemployment fund contributions from federal taxes. Funds would be administered under state control.

Washington, D. C INS Senate Congress Treasury Funess Io

Woman and child escape as fire traps tenants in Chicago building

A blaze in an apartment building in Chicago suffocated a 65 year old man and endangered others. Marie Brockman woke to smoke, jumped from bed with her daughter and saved herself. Firemen arrived to find Albert Geub dead inside after entry through a window. Tenants fled the flames.

Lavoe Coicago Der Dqophler Mint Marie Brockman Albert Geub Asich

Girl 18 Dies After Poison Swallowing Over Permit

An 18 year old girl died in hospital after swallowing poison tablets when denied permission to go out with a male friend. The incident occurred in ELETON and involved 13 year old Catherine Reed, a grammar school student.

Eleton Kin Catherina Reed

Security loan banks rise linked to 1929 stock boom

Washington December 26. The Glass-Dervitte subcommittee report reveals banks increased security loans dramatically in 1929, much for speculation before the stock market crash. Loans reached 1,455,128,000, banks tied 19 percent of lending to brokers, 22 percent of assets tied to securities, prompting warnings of instability and calls for a full banking survey.

Washington, D Lerge Glasa Ita Syc Omn Toonega Security Jonna Brie

More Capital for US Loans Urged to Aid Delinquent Borrowers

Washington December 2 report says a further 25 million dollars will be added to the 300 million already authorized by the House as increased capitalization of the farm loan bank. The recommendation to the Senate aims to ease relief for delinquent borrowers.

Washington, TL C House Senate

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