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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1932
Page
1
The dispatches report unexpected natural disasters and the world’s response, noting earthquakes and storms, aid debates, and a shift in naval posture around Shanghai. It also glosses on fashion gossip, Hollywood edits, and aviation accidents, with comments on public figures and a wary eye on international tensions.
Chinese forces in Shanghai report holding positions around Chapel as artillery and shelling intensify. Fire destroys several houses and injures around a dozen civilians. Authorities say Chinese units repelled early Japanese assaults near Hongkew while Japanese ships bombard Woo Sung fortifications along the river. Conflicting reports delay clear outcomes as both sides claim successes.
Corrupt, rambling dispatch from Shanghai dated February 4 describes tense naval and land forces near Woosung Fort as Japan and China exchange politeness amid heightened hostilities. The piece, by Floyd Gideons, portrays a quixotic clash of diplomacy and danger with references to Yangtze and Yellow Sea, while noting global powers observing and potential for further conflict.
Forecast covers San Antonio and East Texas with cooler nights and rising daytime highs. Expect low around 32 degrees near the coast and up to 50s inland with northerly winds. East Texas shows a cold wave along the coast and interior, with 32 to the 40s along the coast and 25 to 46 in the Rio Grande valley region. Frigid conditions taper Friday with warming trend north and west, moderate northerly winds.
Chill weather spreads across North Texas ending a warm spell. Forecaster Reed predicts subfreezing temperatures, frost in the morning, with a steady cool trend through Friday and a possible sunny, milder weekend ahead. Dallas readings fall near 22 to 25, with higher numbers in coastal cities. Weather bureau foresees continued cold snaps and light northerly winds.
A false quake scare swept San Antonio when a local arsenal near Camp Stonley staged a simulated bomb explosion. Residents across the city reported tremors and noises, with those inside the center feeling a stronger impact while outlying areas heard the blast. Authorities stressed no earthquake occurred and urged calm.
President Hoover called on Americans to stop hoarding cash as a new drive to restore prosperity. He addressed civil leaders in a national organization meeting and urged state and city groups to act immediately, coordinating local efforts ahead of a planned conference.
A short tribute notes the 80th birthday of Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh, amid aviation sentiment and local remarks on his long career and legacy. The piece references the date and honors Lindbergh in a commemorative tone.
Japan replies to Western powers on Shanghai peace terms. Tokyo demands guarantee that Chinese forces halt disturbances and warns of military action if not. British and American protests accuse Japan of using international forces as cover while seeking to separate Manchuria from Shanghai issues.
Four men blew open the Centarvale National bank safe at early dawn and escaped with about $6000. Kon Coyepeyviler reported the incident, with investigators tracing the break in to the downtown Centarvale area. No injuries were reported, and police urged anyone with information to come forward.
A historical editorial argues the United States should avoid involvement in the China Japan conflict. It urges protecting nationals in Shanghai, evacuating to Manila if needed, and rejecting European manipulation of open door policy. It praises Theodore Roosevelt’s stance and criticizes the current Washington administration for entanglement risks.
Eight staff correspondent Felix Yrnigat reports John M1 Pete McKenzie back on death row at the penitentiary. Warden Wald confirms no visits. McKenzie, famed desperado, previously spent time on death row after a jury verdict. Sheriff L P LeBlanc says Texas parole officials coordinated the transfer to Arkansas. The escapee was recaptured after a jailbreak from Dunklin County. The gunman testified in Kenne tt circuit court, while officers pursued him through rain toward the Texas line.
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