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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1931

Page

7

Butler Awaits Grand Charges From Navy Dept

Washington February 4 Maj. Gen Smedley D Butler of the marine corps today expected to learn what specific charges the navy department intends against him Rear Admiral David F Sellers Judge advocate general of the navy and Harry Pienneid to have the charges ready at noon The charges will not be made public without Butler's consent

Washington, D. C Smedley D. Butler Marine Corps Pavy Department David F. Sellers Harry Pienneid Adams Butler

Butler Objects to Coolidge View in Philadelphia

General Smedley D. Butler prepared to challenge President Coolidge’s stance at court-martial hearings set for February 16 in Philadelphia. Supporters said Butler takes issue with an editor’s remark describing Coolidge as a hit and run driver, claiming the board will react to his critique.

Coolidge Smedley D. Butter Philadelphia Butler Mondas Munsolid

Diner Dance Set by W G Cox at San Antonio Country Club

Society notes report W G Cox will entertain with a diner dance Saturday evening at the San Antonio Country Club. Engagement announced for Virginia Obergfell to Frank Marion Hicks with plans for a February 14 marriage at Mudicon Square Presbyterian church. Hicks, a lieutenant colonel in the 100th division, is a director of the Saddle club and member of several clubs. Various church and civic group meetings are listed for the week, including Hazlandale Baptist, Epsilon Alamo Telpan, Woodlawn Lake Civic Club, Trinity Methodist Ladies, Lions Club, and the American Legion auxiliary. Colonel and Mrs Roger Croake hosted the Evening Bridge Club at Polly's tea room.

Ifre W. G. Cox San Antonio A. E. Obergfell Virginia Frank Marion Hicks Mudicon Square Presbyterian Church Miss Obergfell Aileen Boynton Hicka Joli Taster Martin Miss Oberdell Chicago Fear Age Esses Hicks Firly Satdle Club Casaliars Order of the Ajamo Eif Yale Hicks Laredo Ahapsnely Hieus Kidelia Matrone Hazlandale Baptist Church Mra. J.A. Dupree Belden Avemur Epsilon Alamo Telpblan Chapter San Aglonio Woodlawn Lake Wille Museum American Legion Auxiliary Alamo St Anthony Shakespeare Cld Misses Baskin Alliance of Unltarian Inocheon Munger Botpt Kelf Culture Club N.S. Hughdes Terrell Road Ban Antonin de Bexar Chatter Daughters of the American Revolution Marquia Aba Laurel T Heighis Place Antonia Art Teague Witte Museum Barnard BE Bira Roger Croake Station Hospital Polly's V.N. Meddis Hosta

Advertising guidance urged for Crockett writers

A fragmented note stresses timely consulting of Tight Clncalliet and writers on advertising issues. It mentions Crockett 2400 in connection with the guidance, implying a local or department source. The incomplete text hints at coordinating efforts to resolve ad problems.

Crockett

Judge Appoints L A Boy as Courthouse Messenger

Robin Lemon known as Henny, 14, of 210 Callaghan Street, is named the courthouse messenger by County Judge W A Wurzbach after an eventful juvenile court appearance. Benny will wear an official uniform and attend night school, with praise for his demonstrated business sense.

Robin Lemon Callaghan Street Henny W. A. Wurzbach Benny Silat Wurzbach Nelly Benny Ben Jar

Floods in Greece Wreck 105 Houses

Athens Greece Feb 4 heavy flooding again hits Thessalian plain. Three houses collapse and fifty more become untenable as resettlement concerns rise after the latest inundation in the region.

Greece Athens

Early Whippoorwills Reported In Illinois This Year

Whippoorwills have appeared in Montgomery County Illinois, marking the earliest sighting yet and corroborating reports of spring alongside the robin. The local bulletin notes this unusual early arrival signals warmer days ahead for the region.

Chicago Montgomery County Illinois

Powder Truck Train Crash Kills Two In Salt Lake City

A powder truck and a passenger train collided at a grade crossing in Salt Lake City. The blast from 800,000 dynamite caps killed driver George Wega, injured James Trinson, and left W. B. James dead. Engineer F. Mugg was badly burned. the train derailed after the crash in foggy conditions.

Salt Lake City W. BE. James Denver Rio Grande Weslern Bcet George W. Begaonti Eureka Utah James Trinson Western Bee F. Mugg

Country Writer Seeks Mail From Respectable Lady

A letter addressed to The Mayor of San Antonio from Montalba Texas expresses a young farmer's wish for correspondence with a respectable lady potentially leading to matrimony. The mayor filed the note, noting no local contact. Classified ads list furnished and unfurnished homes in city sections 100 and 116 light classifieds.

G. M. Chambers San Antonio Montalba Texas

Changer Drive Report Details Chamber Budget Drive

Workers in the drive to raise the F125,000 annual chamber budget met at Noon Wednesday at the Gunter Model. Cor C Krurger, general chairman, presided with about 225 workers present. Yom Etheridge, general soliciting chairman, said the drive aims to match other cities. Col W R Witte noted subscriptions already reaching 52,796 or nearly half. Reports from six squadron commanders were heard, three soliciting on the south side and three on the north.

Chamber of Commerce 103L Yom Etheridge Feneral Caid Comrayee Ou & Diane Olbey Col W.R. Witte Wajer Canmittre Aquadran Ani Ali

Lindy to Work on Natal Day

NEW YORK Feb 4 Charles A Tindbereh business man planned American birthday but spent most at his desk in his office Here a family dinner was to be held with a cake to receive 29 candles as the dessert

New York Charles A. Tindbereh Bls

Used Car Buy Ahead of Price Drop

Bee Classified Light Classified notes a moment to buy a guaranteed used car at a lower price than ever before. Advertisement highlights bargain pricing and quick options for potential buyers.

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