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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1934
Page
12
The article reports on a statement by the chief executive asserting that all relief expenditures were for recovery and aiding veterans and non veterans alike. It notes that relief distributions have reached all in need and that employment opportunities were prioritized for those on relief in the state.
The president explains the nations veterans misunderstand the adjusted service certificates known as the bonus. He notes Congress authorized 1.499 billion dollars in 1924 but deferred cash outlay for 20 years, allowing the value to grow with interest. He warns some veterans have borrowed more than the certificates' present worth, highlighting the obligation issue and advising proper guidance to Legionnaires.
Franklin D Roosevelt discusses the aggregate sums tied to adjusted compensation bonds for veterans, arguing immediate payment would exceed net value. He cites present value, deferment benefits, and the impact on recovery, noting loans and interest implications. The memo outlines statutory adjustments from 1924, deferment effects, and the gap between face value and present value of certificates.
London physicians announced Cardinal Bourne archbishop of Westminster for 81 years is critically ill today. Reported in deal with his health, the church leader remained under medical observation as specialists assess his condition and potential risks to his vitality.
Four missing men found alive after days in freezing woods near Berk Kreucker. Charles Perbetto said they kept a fire since Friday, stayed warm with blankets, and hoped rescuers would reach them as a search party closed in. One had a possible leg injury and all faced extreme cold.
Washington reports the Department of Commerce weighs halting Amelia Hop amid protests over the Hawaii California solar flight plan. Officials caution against officious steps toward the aviatrix while evaluating plane safety and interstate commerce implications.
Abarpoot This county member of Ge commission as ap thesis of the Texas supreme dour was sworn in today as an associate justice of the court to which position he was elected last November. Governor-Elect James Y Allred and a number of state officials and friends of Judge Sharon were present.
Washington report says D. Holt, 29, elected senator from West Virginia, will not present himself to be sworn in until his thirteenth birthday. The decision followed a conference with elevator Robinson of Arkansas, the Democratic leader, raising questions about readiness to assume office.
A weathered report says a state trooper named Barney was carried out after a wrecked airliner and four occupants were found. New York police and troopers pushed through snow to reach the crash site, reporting limited progress and uncertain fates as crews remained hopeful for survivors.
Washington reports the first woman pilot to become a transport co pilot for a regular mail and passenger airline. The 21 year old 601 pilot logged about 1000 hours in the air and has flown roughly 180000 miles. She holds the refueling endurance record for women at 21 hours and 42 minutes. Frances Harrell Mareals in Florida is mentioned in connection with the event.
Three men in motor cars robbed the Southern Wholesale Liquor company plant in Joplin Missouri early today, beating a night manager and injuring him. They escaped with 2586 dollars, two pistols, and ten cases of whisky. The robbers tried to force open the safe, one man accidentally recharged a shotgun, its charge striking a fallen companion and causing minor injuries.
Classified ad notes a single land parcel available for sale on Ute North with asking price 87500. Details are sparse in the fragment but indicate a light classification ad in the 1922 issue.
A terse classified item lists a ten dollar and monthly rent of fifteen dollars for an unfurnished Courtroom apartment at 10 Hettin conc with light glassified ads.
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