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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1939

Page

3

Quake Death Toll Sparks House Hearing Clash

A chaotic House hearing erupts over un American activities investigations. Representative Ned Murphy faces off with Die s dies committee leadership as Dingell presses for a continuance. Frank Murphy of Michigan is cited, amid back and forth over alleged Communist ties and witness handling.

Awashington Dil Dematrat Texas Dingell Emocrat Michigan House Dles Murphy

Bryan quits scout post in surprise resignation

Asil Bryan resigned Wednesday from his executive post with the Boy Scouts of America in Alabama, announcing plans to take a new position elsewhere. The move follows recent leadership changes in the Alabama council with Avities Th San Antone noted among key figures.

Asil Bryan Promiarne Elyle Boy Boods of America Alsiio Scout Anetter Alty Nobel Boyan San Antone Medivia Alamoara Council Svi

Five Hurt In Traffic Crash In San Antonio Area

A stretch of San Antonio area roads saw a six-vehicle crash injuring five people including a San Antonio policeman. Patrons and drivers, aged 60 to 66, were treated at Santa Rosa hospital for cuts, internal injuries, and head wounds. The incident followed a chain of collisions on East Commerce Street and South Alamo Street involving multiple drivers and a passing motorist who then wrecked his own car.

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WPA workers testify in New Mexico election probe

In Albuquerque on February 1 UPI reports WPA workers testified as prosecutors allege a conspiracy to defraud the U S government through political manipulation. Witnesses say tickets were sold to dances run by the Rio Grande Social club to fund campaign needs and wage laborers claims show losses for mortgage or family support.

Albuquerque N. M UPI Tabor Els Uvery New Mexico Maont Huys United States WEA WPA Rio Grande Social Elu Mariano Vargas A. Z. Daniels Denis Chavez

German American club to present singing societies show

The German American club led by president Gurl Blehers announced a Thursday event for visitors. Participating groups include Deethoven Macnnerchor San Antonio Litderkrang Hermann Bong Mixed Chins and Beethover Da tenehor.

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Group Plans Fight On Dies Dies Washington Note

A small group of basement members opposed Dies entanglements on un American activities while House committees consider extending his term for two years with 150000 dollars. Dies argues propaganda from front organizations harms public perception and demands a clear chance to respond to charges.

Washington House Chatman Dies Awocher Crom Liew

Chile to create 2.5 billion peso quake relief fund

President Pedro Aguirre Cerda asked Congress to set up a 2.5 billion peso relief and rehabilitation fund for the recent earthquake zone. Estimates of dead reach about 10,000 as Chile expands plans for a large, tax financed reconstruction.

Santiago Chie Pedro Aguirre Cerda Che Chitenh Congress Chile Wallen Aidres United Stables Ambirman Armour Alte State Department Washington LaSerena

Zoning Board Schedules Second Session On Appeal

The city zoning board of adjustment will hold a second session to hear the appeal of L. B. Harris regarding a permit for a woolworking plant at 160 Simpson Street. The applicant contends the request covers only an enlargement of an already established facility, while the zoning engineer denied the permit due to its location within a residential area. The board will also announce a decision on a separate submission at its first session.

Elty Zoning Board of Adjustment Elty Shuysdi L. B. Harris Simpsory Street Rarels Lyo Mpixais

Nichols Gets Wage Unit Job In Four State Region

Fred E Nichols, Texas state labor commissioner for four years under Gov. Allred, is named regional director of the wage hour division in Washington. He will oversee cooperation and enforcement of the law in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas with a large inspector force and multiple offices. His exact headquarters and city placement remain undecided as Washington makes the final decision.

Fred E Aichiols James V. Allred Nichols Washington Wil Texas Oklahoma Louisiana Arkansas Washhigtin

Tax on Signboards Proposed in Measure in Texas

Local report notes Travis Dean of Ham proposes a signboard tax to fundibrad welion programs. The measure would charge owners of signs visible from federal highways, with Dean arguing the tax would pay off pensions and offset roadside maintenance costs.

Auslin Sgukoani Hibradwelion Texas Travis Dean Ham Dean Yoard

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