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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1931

Page

18

Cities ranked by 10 slayings in 174 American cities

The American Association for the Advancement of Science cites Chicago and New York as mid to low in murder rates, with Memphis leading. Dr. Barnhart and colleagues critique public opinion on murderous cities while listing rates across major cities including Atlanta, Boston, St. Louis, and New Orleans.

Ike Advancement of Chixengo New York Memphis Barshart Chicago Atlante Jexington Tinrohart Ilternes Antonilk Mavon Stobbe Gers Ind Mick Toiira Charles- Hon St. Louis Barnhart United State Grorld

Street Car Workers Agree to Meal Break Tradeoff

The Street and Electric Railway employes union and the San Antonio Public Service Co sign a contract effective November 2. Workers give up time off for meals, saving about $75,000 annually and keeping pay scales unchanged at 56 to 61 cents per hour for one man cars. Executives and union leaders, including Beepiet non eigned Titeday, Wy Be Tuttle, E H Kifer, E C Jolly, and G H Nelson, approve terms.

San Antonio Pabhie Bersice Company Gal Be Tuttle Bervics Comipsnys E. H. Kifer E C. Jolly G. H Nelson

Short Session of U S Court Announced

A brief federal district court session is set for Saturday to dispose of pending matters. Judge Duval Wheat plans a vacation and will not return until the next opening of court. The local winter calendar includes criminal matters on Monday.

Federal District Court Duval Weat Fe Cly

Boy Breaks Foot in Bicycle Fall

David Flores eighteen from S24 North 5 rastiers suffered a broken foot after a bicycle fall. He was knocked from his bike and taken to the hospital by responders on Wednesday. authorities reported the incident and location as listed in the boxpal area.

David Flores S24 North Rastiers, Antlers

Queen's Bodyguard Dies at Age of 119

OATAMEDE Portugal reports former Queen Donna Maria IT bodyguard M-Catimiro Lipesota died today at a reputed age of 119. The obituary notes he married five times and had four children from the second marriage, but none accompanied him in death.

Oatamede Portugal Catimiro Lipesota Donna Maria IT Wid Apap Ie Woo

Ohio College Leader Dies of Poisoning in New Concord

Obj Doe, 30-17 De, and J Knox Montgomery, 71, president of Mawkinmin College at New Concord, Allo, were identified in a poisoning case. Montgomery held the scene post as director of the college. Authorities say he had been ill since November 27.

Ohio College Zanesvilte Obj Doe de. J. Knox Montgomers Presi* Dent Mawkinmin Courre New Concord Allo

Medical care costs in the United States examined

A damaged, partial OCR summary discusses U S medical care costs with scattered names and vague figures. It mentions individuals such as Wilbur and a surgeon or physician role, referencing cost concerns and treatment, but the text is largely unreadable and fragmentary.

Cotton Market Update Shows Slight Gains amid Early Trade

The market opened higher with modest advances in Liverpool and New Orleans as buyers stepped in. Prices shifted through the day with March around 6.6 cents and front months showing renewed demand. Liverpool reports stronger trading with some declines in certain cargos. overall activity remained steady as months progressed toward year-end.

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Library Adds Numerous New Volumes in 1940s Collection

The San Antonio Public Library announces new titles in its expanded 1940s catalog. Notable additions include works by Mark Van Doren James Stephens Amy Lowell and John Masefield, with poetry, plays, and literary criticism across many genres.

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Poultry Produce Ruge Amid Turbulent Market Notes

Fragmented OCR text shows a noisy report of agricultural and poultry trade with scattered names and numbers. Mentions of markets, shipments, and dates hint at a local commerce brief without complete sentences or clear events.

Youth Rescues Orly Agent Charged After Whiskey Request

In a Wednesday court, Jase Tiesians and Antonia Protian officer testified about an incident on Cherry Street where two agents sought whiskey. A local youth allegedly provided a pint for 40 cents, prompting the officers to pursue more. Both defendants pleaded not guilty and were bonded at 500.

Dominga Allegel Jewatt Besiing Raolou Yee Dominguez Vout & Attaiger Stewart Eliance

Last Car Home to Depart Earlier Under City Permit

The Seu Antonia Public Service company plans to shift the last electric car run earlier, with nightly service reduced from 42 to 1 trip. Mayor Chambers said council approval will be sought next Sunday, though the permit takes effect immediately and could adjust Friday. The service says reduced hours are to balance funds as the company faces financial pressures.

Seu Antonia Public Service Company Thun Bom Masur Dag Chambers Horraul Cnunieil Stouday Publi Service Company Mayor Chambers Sail

Flyers View Aircraft at Kelly Field Hangars

At Kelly Field on Wednesday morning Lieut. Col. H. W. S. Clagett led a flying school team in inspecting the final's flying equipment. The inspection covered observation gages, botaberas, attack chins, paravit pianos, primary training ple abu Iaace pene, and Croneporte.

O. USA Mutary Hirpinnes Kelly Field Clagett Somme Andate Vanved Fising School

Reindeer Arrives Late for Yuletide Aboard Mexico City Run

An odd delivery story reports a reindeer arriving late for Christmas. The animal named Reindeer reached a near family by a strange route from Mexico City, carried in a shopping bag with improvised nesting and gear.

Mexico City

Bank Auditor Seen at Jury Room in City Central Bank Inquiry

The Thirty Seventh District grand jury continued its examination of matters tied to the closed City Central Bank and its affiliate company. Bank examiner Taber, noted for assessing the bank's condition, was seen outside the jury chambers as the panel neared its final report due Saturday. The previous inquiry into York’s affairs found no indications of criminal activity.

Distriet Coat Sood Jury Ie City Central Bank Urist Company Grand Jury Mdders York Drelacey

Mystery Shrouds Deaths in Gar Mystery

Beatrice Crend and John Mur f Beatrice were found dead in an automobile parked on Chalel bend. Authorities report the scene unclear as Dr Roy Nolle notes the victim may not have been dismembered. A chemical analysis of Beatrice’s vitals will be made today.

Whiteside Beatrice Crend John Murf Beatrice Roy Nolle Veld Whiterlle

Solon Says People Against Debt Cut

Ambiguous Washington dispatch reports negative public sentiment on debt reduction. The fragment mentions California figures and a belief about American policy, but key names and specifics are unreadable.

Solon

Fragmented notice of local event and people at market

A garbled OCR item mentions a man treated for a wound after a row at a market and lists numerous unreadable names and addresses such as 1008 McCulloush Twente and talent hospital references. It references Welsh and Vale, with scattered terms like Brateies and Dane, implying a chaotic local scene with no clear outcome.

McCulloush Twente Tre Talent 3 Nm Ostery Neieleed Durlia Wiber

Shot in the Heart Ends in Severe Injury in Youngstown

In Youngstown Olde on a Saturday night Urey Heshaere, a boy, was shot by a playmate. The bullet entered the chest and abdomen, traveling through arteries before lodging near the left groin. Surgeons expect to remove the bullet, with the patient reported in serious condition.

Youngstown Olde Urey Heshaere Big Dear Ihp

Sherwood Fined In City Government Probe

In New York yesterday Sherwood faced fines tied to the Hofstadter committee inquiry into municipal affairs. Officials disclosed limited recoveries noting about 50 000 dollars in property remains missing, with under Chief Counsel Samuel Sethney acknowledging the probe found little tangible value recovered.

New York Cosk Walker Nnrsy Muswell Sharyn Hide and Seek Hofstadter Legisla Hin Sherwool Whith Spearonce Comenilies Samuel Sethney

Livestock Prices and Trade Report From Antonio Market

Farmers push for steady prices as market reports show cattle veal lambs and wool values moving. Declines and gains across steers heifers calves and yearlings reflect demand, with notable quotes for hogs milk feed and farm balance figures from the Antonio market and related livestock sections.

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Money and Metals Market Report Summary

London money markets show irregularities with exchange rates and commodity prices. Key figures include several currencies and metals with varying yields and changes. Domestic and overseas markets reference Britain, New York, and Montreal, with notable rates and values across listed items.

Arms Issues Undeniably Loom at World Conference

Washington deliberations focus on if the United States will agree to limits on military spending and armament. President Rootes has not yet decided on the key question of fixing a cap on outlay for defense, amid debates over relative burden compared with other nations. The administration contends restraint may cause friction while arguing for a balanced approach ahead of the parley.

Washington G. Dee Rootes

Fruid and Vegetables Market Report from Texas Era

The Texas Department of Agriculture and Lone Star Chamber of Commerce report fruit and vegetable shipments from Monday. Listed are tomatoes cabbage cauliflower peppers grapes lemons oranges and more with prices, tonnages, and regional arrivals in New York Philadelphia St Louis and other markets amid variable weather and market activity.

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Dairy prices drift as market lists mixed quotations

Prices across dairy and produce items show small shifts with No 1 cream down a fraction while milk quotes edge up. Fruit vegetables and poultry values vary, with several items marked lower and others steadier as buyers navigate a crowded market.

Yale Finliz Stecuél Bouthwrel Dairy Peequetn Company Tata el Exen Weorns Papper Dal Bethesoey Potters Vushat Wednes Catcer Babel Renja Sema Avecedotm Florida Rapetruil Texmq Rapeteuil Formpetrult Yemona Ames Perens Peperabell Veare Eisler HP Am Tdann

Sugar and Coffee New York Drissed Povntry

A scrambled AP style snippet reports on assorted commodities and markets including sugar, coffee, and butter. It mentions New York and Chicago in garbled lines with prices and production figures, plus scattered references to Fort Worth and Virginia markets and dairy items. The text is fragmentary with numerous OCR errors but centers on commodity trading and distribution details.

Commlesson To Chicago for World’s Fair Visit

Twenty seven members of the Tessas World's commission are invited to travel to Chicago in January 43 to view the aria of the Chicago World’s Fair. A banquet is planned in their honor. San Antonio members including W. Vaud and Kifer will join, with Wiley of the chamber of commerce aiding. The commission will tour the sale site and return to Austin after the trip.

Tin Chiago Chicago Daemen OG. Kennedy Daling San Auln San Antonio W. Vaud Kifer Partar Wiley Manaarr Chamber of Conunerer Rreretory Sind Trpagiirey Mad Will Mike Tessa Romtulasion Auslin Chemga Stanes Trigs Ashibids Wwe Poplar Witserintiony Keaety

New Washington Envelopes for 1932 Bi-Rentennial Theme

New Washington envelopes featuring bi-rentennial designs will be issued in 1932. The stamps and envelopes carry life of Washington imagery and will be sold through post offices. The firm Fuller announces the details and terms for naming on the envelopes.

Janmner Lenflema Fuller Naristant Pnatmaaier Washington

2nd FA Brigade Horse Show Jan 9 at Fore Sea Vorstan

The 2nd FA Brigade plans a horse show on January 9 at Fore Sea Vorstan. An officer and notable members from the regiment, including Majors Ti R. Poyton and DB wands, will attend along with Cont. Alme Tawhon. Rehearsal and organized events accompany the program.

Jeanning Adifleer Brigade Fore Sea Jininer Meimber Big Famiy Army National Guard R. Poyton

Jury: Labor Leader MOUST SUGNGING trial begins in Texas

A jury selection process begins for labor leader Moust Sugning in an American case. The panel includes fourteen former officials and associates. The proceedings occur amid tensions over indictments and political maneuvering.

Moust Key Tex William Ho Tighewer Marton Fale Fender Eliapar Cynsnivery Whettiina Hymtte Osc Tone

War Vet Kidnapped and Robbed of $400

A war veteran was abducted and relieved of $400 in a incident reported today. Police stated a man described as a veteran was restrained at a location connected to a fire scene and hospital area as investigators gather details.

Kansak Dee Paul Kanennily Kan Vine de Kilnapel Msl Justemdar Aed

Funeral Held for Auto Vet In Bromler and Community Tragedies

Funeral services were held for Th. D. Bromler, Bt, of Yance-Jorkson road, who died at Albert B. Green hospital after being struck while driving on Brodericksburg road. The report lists multiple accident casualties including Pedro Lapatis of South Leann Street, injured in a truck collision on Man Street, and others treated for injuries after crashes near Suehelend Springs road and at Inga hotel area. Survivors include family members and several brothers, with services scheduled at Riebschayal and Cathalle church.

Th. D. Bromler Yance-Jorkson Albert B. Green Hospital Tutaday Alice Brodericksburk O.cl. Perking Tetton Tesen Nice Mar. Romley Slater Data Vince Leckiap Gene Merber Oz Meek Siuvleee sHerber Riebschayal Bexar County Pedro Lapatis South Leann Atreet Robert DB. Green Hospital Bayawaa Man & Alreet Be Norrell Tmoustar Wesna Inga Strain Avenue Ashby Place Heapital

Girl Bonded for Double Shooting in San Marco Case

A 17 year old girl is bonded for a double shooting in San Marco that killed man and wounded a woman. The incident occurred December 18 in front of the girl’s home. Police say the girl fired a .32 caliber pistol and then turned the gun on herself. The case was set for court next Wednesday with Wayne Tavis as defense attorney and I F Tay as district attorney.

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Investment Trusts In a Turbulent Market Era

An OCR dense fragment details investment trusts, brokers and financial entities across regions including New York, Minnesota, and Connecticut. It mentions diversified trusts, mutual funds, and various corporate and family investment lines with scattered references to performance, prewar context, and security listings. The text is garbled but centers on investment vehicles and market activity.

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