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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1932

Page

3

Ruins and Destruction in Shanghai Shaped by Battle

In Shanghai sector near Shuughas, streets lie wrecked and debris scatters. Shelled neighborhoods show few dead, Japanese volunteers continue duties while civilians endure. The once thriving area near the front now resembles a ruined, ghostly district awaiting recovery and return.

Suangum Cluuel Shuughas To- Mur T He Dent Hayaniskis Wei Feed Per Shanghai Sun Tien China Ubie Ely Mire ix

Uncle George Still Walks On At Age Sixty Eight

A fragmentary profile recalls Uncle George, longtime city clerk George G. Brun, praised for steadfast service across years. The retired official, nicknamed Uncle George, remains active in civic life, continuing to monitor daily routines and community events with characteristic diligence.

Atiactien Ming Pei G&a Yrara At &R Ible George Irips

Police Advocate Nonpartisan Duty Amid Turbulent Times

A garbled text fragment references police figures and political involvement, mentioning Timper and Comenda Splints Cola amid unclear events. The noisy passage hints at policing, politics, and international associations but lacks coherent facts to verify names, places, or dates.

Citteage Timper Comenda Splints Cola Wt Ie Tieternational Association Rabie

Elephant Wins by A Leg in Unexpected Circus Clash

In a murky report from San Francisco, a bizarre scene unfolds as a giant elephant and a man tussle inside a municipal enclosure. The event centers on a cage and a white object, with one participant toppled by the other amid confusion and tremor.

San Francisco James Kan Virginia Vinytully Orley Haelw

Fragmented OCR Tale Of Aged Lover In Small Town

An unclear OCR text recounts a troubled romance and social intrigue in a small town. It mentions a shore area, a meeting under trees, a post office, a university, and various names and events, but the fragmentary wording makes a precise narrative or outcome difficult to assert.

Outoago Sheldon Klof Oak Park Inchgonville de Vaul University Killen H. Hearts Tallitrods Avouen Hunes Lox Aden Bion Ani Fen Platen Lati

Losses at Shanghai Reported Amid Hostilities

Report from Washington D C dated February 6 states that commercial losses totaling twelve and a half million dollars have occurred at Shanghai due to ongoing hostilities. The estimate covers damage to shipping and local commerce with agencies and firms affected by the conflict.

Former Peruvian President Dies in Peru After Hearing

A former President of Peru passed away in Hama during a period of illness. He recently testified before a United States Senate committee examining foreign influence, marking the latest turn in ongoing investigations.

Peru Hama Fegui Teru Node Bevyasioy United States Senain Isana

Violent eruption at Yukegatake near Tokio reported

A violent eruption occurred at Yukegatake near Tokio alarming nearby villages. No serious damage was reported though air and ground alarms were raised as authorities monitored the ash plume and seismic activity This brief note records the event and its location with limited details available.

Tokio Paki Sinroundwe

Bond Reduction in Murder Case Reported

In a blunt legal update, bond for the murder case involving Vivian Neal and the late Maashlund father Maashlund was reduced from 81 to a lower figure. The proceedings took place last Sunday in Contes, with M. Now presiding and notable figures from the Hiely-sevench district present.

Vivian Neal Father Maashlund Hivkge Wook Anilirsan

London envoy approved amid treasury secretary’s secrecy debate

The senate confirmed Andrew W. for the role of ambassador to India while Democratic opposition pressed on treasury secrecy. The process faced delays and political maneuvering, with confirmation highlighting tensions over foreign appointments and fiscal confidentiality.

London Wartington D. IL Wet Wie Hughind Andrew W. Aol Treasury

Secretive Chinese theater bombarded as ships collide and troops land

Frantic Shanghai fighting reports describe Japanese aircraft high over the Presbyterian mission district. A U S destroyer and a British vessel collide in the Huangpu river, causing damage aboard both ships. American troops begin disembarking from transports, with martial law and local security forces mobilized as Chinese merchants and residents react to the confusion and threats around the city.

Presbyterian Mission Taikay Ue Presbyterian Mission United Shakes Wietention Slanghal Inter Phe Muller Movlla Ano

Anti Air Shells Endanger Marines in China Area

A damaged report states Chinese anti aircraft shells exploded near Marines in the Shaws Nat area, with shells missing and pieces falling into the Houston detachment region. Officials reported activity around February 10 and noted international settlement tensions in Shunguai and Hooker positions.

Marin Atea Shaws Nat Wary Shunguai Hooker Nodih Houston Wiel Dong Shin

Americans Begin to Leave Nanking After Sinking Antetleane

A partial, error-filled report notes Americans starting to depart Nanking as tension rises over ship movements on the Yangtze River and impending military activities. Names and places appear garbled, but reference to Americans Willd Peck and official cautions surface amid chaotic text.

Nanking

Pope's Tenth Anniversary Celebrated at Vatican

Pope's tenth anniversary on the throne of St. Peter marked with visits from prelates and telegrams of felicitation. The day included a papal chapel service and reflections on his coronation, amid commemorative events at the Vatican.

Vatican Uity IV— Popalus St. Peter Wistm Murss Felminison Kegt Weir

Sodalities to Hold WSIS Meeting in San Antonio

The Rev Daniel A Tort editor chief of Qhvens Work will lead a session in San Antonio with spiritual leadership and campus faculty. An open discussion and informal classes are planned with senior church and college representatives attending to discuss organization aims and community outreach.

Daniel A. Tort National Witvelar Wirwin Mary Editur-Lechief Qhven kmlAtily Will Vale San Antonio Will Fou Sa

Capitol doctors warn Solous and workers after deadly strain

The attending physician Dr George V W Calver condemns seven day work weeks as a cause of fatigue and illness. He cites rising deaths among workers including Mussissind and Rutherford and criticizes the Ways and Means Committee for tolerating overwork, urging relief measures.

Bouben Capitol George V W. Calver Ain Mussissind Rutherford Georgia

M Fadden Seeks Foundation Probe Amid Tuition Strife

In Washington, M Fadden urges a foundation inquiry into Carnegie influence on policy. The request targets agitation over build up theory and seeks divestment action. The report notes opposition from key figures and ongoing debates in Congress about funding and reform.

Washington, D. Oy Carnegie Louis T. Mebindisen

Nova Scotians Prefer Wine, Beer

Nova Scotians chose wine and beer over liquor in the 12 months ending September 80 according to the Nova Scotia liquor commission annual report. It shows gross sales and a profit figure. government charges for operations and police enforcement reduced overall funds. Colonel William A. Cast, a GPU officer, is slated to depart Suelas for Muptivgsen in the near term.

Tialivan Nova Sencians Nova Frotia Liquor Commission Altre Raul Wravinrial

Retreat Menace Seen Across Shanghai War Front

Fragmented report describes a tense naval and air engagement near Shanghai with Chinese defenses firing on aircraft and ships. Observers note foreign forces observing from shell zones as Japanese and Allied units push toward the Chinese rail network, amid heavy bombardment and warnings over aerial attacks.

Diesel Airplanes Ret DALEAS Feb 6 Arl Fisele Engine Review

A fragment notes diesel aircrafts and engine tests at Arlington Field on February 6, mentioning a revised rotor powered turbine and a test alongside a prior revght. The garbled text references aviation tech and a DALEAS event with unclear outcomes.

Daleas Rhine Amt Fort

Illinois jobless aid bill moves toward final signature

A state unemployment relief bill, aimed at Cook County and the broader area, has cleared the legislative chamber and awaits Governor Banersen's signature. The measure would authorize millions in funding, with officials optimistic about timely disbursement to affected workers.

Llinois Web Auntasiire Cook County Apt i Minnis Banersen

Unscrupulous Patent Medicine Ad From Early 1900s

A damaged ad copy from Carlisle lists Dr. Pierce and Wensum Ivantive Dotlets with claims of medical cures. It promotes Pierce's Medicines as beneficial and inviting readers to seek free medical advice and restorative products at Slone’s Clinic in New York. The text is garbled but presents a sensational sales pitch for patent remedies.

Carlisle Slone Nyt Tuffalo N.Y Messigal Dr. Pierce

Maine business men tour 22 states delegation to San Antonio

The Maine group, led by chairman 8. Gotoreh and president WLTL Qebe, plans a 22 state tour ending with a Mexican dinner at a Santa hotel. Delegates from Corinth, Augusta, South Paris, Taugor, Soluce, Timerick, Westbank, Biddeford, Oh Orchid, plus attendees from Boiston and New Jersey, will join the trip with a focus on Maine commerce and chamber events.

Uremirg Matin Alla San Antnnio Ate Chamber of Commerce Maine Sothern Loeitie Frm Ag Lhonston Snedt Gotoreh Chaimman Geil Chamber Dreshilys Qebe Apna Viarpase Thie Alter Xialog Marine Jeroitly Charly Valle Gneislnit Westheank Maite Hydy Valle Fivnenis Corinth Kareiunih South Paris Amgusta Taugor Soluce Timerick Westbank BitMeford Oh Orchid Toston Mutane New Jersey Aly

Officials Must Attend Trial Next Monday Feb 9

A court ordered appearance requires the Texas official to attend a preliminary hearing. The judge overruled part of the demand while noting a commission by the anti rust body. A February 16 date is set for further action as parties prepare.

H. MM. C Texas Regio da Aus Srint Vols

Inquest Slated After Man Dies in Hotel Room

An inquest was scheduled after the death of A. J. Altea, 45, a downtown hotel guest. Detected as a possible accidental death, the incident occurred Friday afternoon at a hotel in the city. Investigating officers and a local justice prepared to hear testimonies.

Unis Justice Talhert Tein

Debate Over Global Arms Plan Sparks Heated Conference

At Lake Geneva delegates from major powers clashed over a proposal to arm the nations watchdogs to prevent conflict. French and British officials argued about the plan while smaller nations pressed for clearer terms and international oversight amid tense negotiations.

Ae Tramanil Lake Geneva Owerkch Fuller Krench Ftp Bulus Prince Centor

Chinese Takes Life Because of War

VANAMA CITY February 6. A Chinese man named Wiz Wastin 40, prominent in Chin e of Cylon, disturbs over the Japanese intention of China. he committed suicide by leaping from a cliff near Cristobal after smoking a cigarette and drinking tobaccine juice.

Vanama City Wastin Cylon Ching Sestonlax Cristobal

Tokio Pushes Article 15 Against Japan Snags Sino Tensions

TOKIO reports an official démarche opposing joining Article 16 of the league covenant, while Tokyo promises to withdraw naval reinforcements to Shanghai if the aim is achieved. The move follows criticism from China’s W. W. Tan and signals potential assembly discussion on the Sino-Japanese dispute. Secretary Stimson in Washington previews rapid diplomacy with foreign capitals and possible actions in the next two days.

Torio Tague of Nations Tokio Nootake Sato League Geneva Japan Chines W. W. Tan Lee Shanghai London Wastington D. C Stimson Ilay China

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