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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1936

Page

5

Decapitation Case Shocks Fresno Woman Involved

Fresno dated report details a decapitation linked to a Christmas party at Dr. B S Lindsey’s home. Officers say a paralyzed veteran Patt and a nurse witness described threats and an ax attack. Doctor Charles Mixon performed a postmortem noting partial scalping and blood stains near the Lindsey residence.

Fresno Calif Ha Denary Patt Su-Yeur Anders Gal Tarr B.S. Lindsey Devtiet Parr Tarr Hey Park Tare Switer Patt Charles Mixon Jove Au

Chimney Flue Fire Causes $75 Damage

A chimney flue fire caused about 75 dollars in damage before the flames were checked by firefighters. Neighbors alerted the blaze at the building on the street, and the fire crew arrived promptly to prevent further damage.

Tate Dud Mus Byitus

Preach Meld at Danger Targeting College Provokes Inquiry

Acting director Skreberg of Comimonnesty Tabor college claims a Baptist preacher’s tirades threaten academic freedom and spur federal probes. He cites repeated incitements by Rev. J. D. Summers and accuses Summers of urging civil liberty committee action to probe alleged anti-democratic and anti-labor influences in Planters.

Mena Dine Skreberg Coni— Monnesty Tabor College Skrebere J. D. Sum Baptist Earch Civil Liverties Committee U. S. Senate Arkarsas Legislatire

These People Think Te Tuernilinnot Wand Sie yten

A garbled New York article quotes a British general in New York discussing the empire and public sentiment. It mentions Browning and a US call by Dr Dacint for liberty and religious freedom, urging exemplary government and press freedom as a global model.

New York Grraht Campwell Win Dacint America United States

Plane search blocked by snow near East Lake city Mh

A heavy snow blanket hampered a plane search near East Lake, Mh, concealing wreckage of a missing flight weeks after the incident. Authorities, including Western Air Express, reported continued efforts and harsh winter conditions complicating recovery as a Western route through Salt Lake City area grows tense.

East Lake City Salt Lake

Giant Brag Take Retio Giant Brag Take Retio

Atlantic City N J December 20 The opening of the main convention of the Association for the Advancement of Science draws about 3000 minds. A chaotic scene unfolds with protestors from MASONS OF research and inventors in the lobby as Beebe reacts to the circus like atmosphere and the strain of keeping science on track amid distracting chatter.

Atlantic City N.J Junior Toose Association For the «Advancemen” of Science America Beebe Pulite Health Service Toting Nurelo Miorey Wi

Representative Fulmer pushes six year term plan for House

Washington plans a campaign for four year terms for House members. Representative Hampton Fulmer of South Carolina will submit a constitutional amendment to make terms six years with no re election for presidents. His effort follows proposals to extend the president's term and gain momentum among Democrats and Republicans.

Washington House of Representatives Hampton Fulmer South Carolina House Fulmer

Bees Have Sweet Time After Crash

Bees flood from a truck carrying 150 gallons of syrup after a crash near Mullin. Dew Mullin, injured, and Dew Mullin, nine percent of syrup spilled, while a 12 year old was left with minor injuries as the truck overturned on gravel. Local man Carlisle escaped with minor bruises amid a chaotic bees rescue.

Carlisle Minous

Britain to Start Greatest Warship After Treaties End

London reports Britain will begin construction of the world’s largest battleship once naval treaties expire. The project costs about 40 million pounds and would outrank the battleships George V and Prince of Wales in size.

Britain London London Daily Express Cheorge Vo Prine Wales Peel

Work Record Cavalcade Over Radio Law Threat in Strike

San Francisco protests by union leaders against a new federal law affecting seamen threaten to derail an 80 day Pacific strike. The Copeland bill would require seamen to carry discharge records after January 20. Shipowners and unions foresee no settlement if workers must return. Long Beach arrest unlikely, as leaders resume negotiations amid broader strike impact on Pacific commerce.

San Prancisco Roosevelt V. H. Jorn San Pedro Copeland Pitt Congress Long Beach Harry Brides Dectoral Reserve Bank Pacific East States

Rival Picket Lines Broken At Hudson River Pier

New York police dispersed rival union factions at the Ann Con Merchant Lines pier on the Hudson River. Leaders Joseph Curran and Joseph Tyan clashed with militant members as police ordered 400 workers to retreat from the piers after attempts to stop truck deliveries to the steamer Trader. Curran's insurgent group had earlier won control at Port of Es? and tensions flared along the waterfront amid fistfights and threats.

New York Wnion Anncon Curran Union

Three Escape Prisoners Flee Texas Farms on Horseback

Prison guards recaptured three trusties after they escaped from farms near Richmond and Blue Ridge in Texas. The escapees were Ernest Heering, 23, serving six years for burglary and theft from Rabartaan and Limestone counties. Juan Ya Seri, 23, serving Yb years for murder from Refugio County. Guillermo Salazar, 25, serving 15 years for murder from Cameron County.

Auntsville, Dre Hariem Richmond Blue Ridge Ernest Heering Juan Yae~ Serie Refugio County Guillermo Salazar Cameron County

Railway Traffic in West Increases Report

Chicago dispatch notes Hugh W. Siddall of the Western Passenger Association cites a 21 percent rise in Western railroad passenger traffic in 1936 versus 1935. He credits lower rates faster schedules and improved accommodations including air conditioning, highlighted by a newspaper advertising plan in 800 dailies and 600 weeklies.

West Chicago Hugh W. Siddall wWestern Passenger Association Western Railroads

Bexar Facts records a jumble of names and events

A garbled column lists numerous individuals and anecdotes from San Antonio society, mentioning CAPT RANDALL, LEON WALTHALL, FRANCES WHILE, LEONA COPELAND, ANNA KATZ, MARY FOY, GENE AUTRY, and others. The piece references Christmas, New Year plans, social gossip, marriages, corrections, and local happenings with scattered, unclear details.

RE. Randall Lewis Leon Walthall Ghey Trate Satiay Moga Goldsmith Sant Antonio Berahlug Ryan Frances Merman Deutsch Meanen Bache and Company Leona Copeland Anna Katz Lucier Latri O'mos

Carroll and Marshall to Star In Radio Adaptation Tonight

RENWICKE CARY reports the Coward play Tonight will be adapted for radio on the Columbia network tonight from New York with Herbert Marshall and Madeleine Carroll starring. The broadcast features music by Alec Templeton and Pat O Malley, narrated and directed from Hollywood by Cecil B. DeMille, airing at 8:30. The program includes George Hall’s orchestra and a full half hour with Al Pierce’s Gang on CBS affiliates.

rCavalfade Radio Theater Coumbia Network Ktsa—A Herbert Marshall Madinenne Carrol Coward Broadway Gertrude Lawrence New Hollywood Cecil B. Neville Wardom Alec Templeton Jlind Manist Pat O'Malley United States England Hyihons Bequest Richard Enner WOAL Horace Heidt CBS Columbia George Hall KYSA Aisa AL Peirce Gang ATSA Montay KPSA Sunset Bernonte Adelle Bharey Press Radio Newa Ordu WDAL Jack Armstrong Sataly Legon Texas Rangers Littin Orphan Annie Bert Ambrose Necordy Busta Stullo Chandu Herbie Holines Orch Goose Creek Sparty Parnie Woal—Nowa Tels Bera KADC the Hawk Bert Amabrace Plantalion Soga BTSA Horace Heidl Brigediers KONO Hallywood Michel NeGre Matty Janvert Charles St Roger Bevers Tieorce Green Amos Andy Kay Noble Black Chest Ton Alkert Abe Lips Hackett Mos

Radio Programs for Tomorrow Tomorrow’s Dial Schedule Features Voices and Concerts

A fragmented listing outlines morning and daytime broadcasts across networks including NBC and Columbia Network with shows like Morning Rendezvous, The Walterime, and Humorous and musical segments. Notable performers include Mickey Rooney and Judy and Jeane, with various local and national program blocks noted through the day.

Priestess of four tribes described as human and divine

Washington reports at the annual meeting of the Society of American Anthropologists the tale of a priestess ruling a tribe in Rhodesia, transmitted orders through a king, with attempts to reach a ceremonial mound interrupted by diversions, while another item notes a White House holiday party for President’s young relatives.

Washington UTA Buzale Dex Curls Barele White House Brandson Las Tizzie Mire Ateauar Chlerta We the Wankilen

Radio Program Grid and Firefighting Report Summary

A cluttered radio schedule lists various stations and programs from 5:50 to 6:00 PM, including musical acts and shows. The piece also notes F. A. Sucox, head of the forest service, reporting that civilian conservation corps workers have logged 2,500,000 days fighting forest fires over three years.

Washington F. A. Sucox Saies

Short Wave Column Highlights European Music Broadcasts

Brief notes from the Italian Federation of Business and Professional Wee Balls and La Be eaten i Mila cover concert and folk songs. Mentions 2ROs Malt May and Christe details, plus various technical specs and a glimpse of lineups including Band orchestra and GRCN.

Fonan Baebes Italian Federation of Business and 2RO Eno London GSC Poronto Orchestra Mare

Nation debates wage and hour reform push in Congress

Washington December 26. Administration weighs state level wage and hour standards to avoid another NRA. Congress members say Roosevelt may address employment purchasing power in opening address. Senator O Mahoney proposes a federal charter to ban child labor and require state standards. Labor leaders push for broader reforms and higher family incomes amid 1932 income projections.

Washington Congress Brekter Capitol Roosevelt Supreme Court NRA O'Mahoney Wyomlrng Aeb Securities Commission Roner William Green American Federation of Labor

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