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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1939

Page

2

Daniel O'Daniel Seeks End Tooeat Plea

A stormy statement from Danie l O Dannel seeks to substitute a humane form of punishment for the death penalty amid controversy. He argues the current sentence violates constitutional protections and urges lawmakers to pressure officials to back a reform that ends cruel corporal or capital punishment. He cites the case of Winzell Williams, a Black man accused of murder, and calls for a more humane alternative, warning against public outrage if no action is taken.

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Mayor Goes To Trial On Social Security Coverage

An estimate presented in Washington indicates that by year’s end the Social Security program could cover about 75 percent of the nation’s employed population. In testimony before a House subcommittee, officials said about 46 million beneficiaries now receive benefits, with roughly 26,000 added daily and potential future expansions discussed for the next 49 years.

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New Mexican Consul Continues Policies Under New President

Omer Josefe states the Mexican administration’s policies will persist under the next president of Mexia, with Josete noting continuity. He recalls former roles as secretary of the National Railways board and long service as commercial attaché and vice consul in Germany. He mentions allies of President Carcenas and says he will not back any candidate. He also discusses German sales and U S and British refusals to buy.

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Eli Van S Ramsey Dies at Home Here

Eli Van S Ramsey died at home after a long residence in San Antonio for 92 years. He was retired from British military service and belonged to Scottish Rite and Anchor lodge No. 424. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at Porter Loring Chapel under Anchor lodge auspices with W. Tomey officiating. Interment at Houmann Sons cemetery. Wife Bertha Ramsey and two daughters Myra Flont Shimon and Mrs Roy Crutched of Bay City survive, along with step children John Appell San Antonio Charles Appelt Brownwood Witz Appels Houston and Mrs. Findly Sattoris Houston.

Eli van S. Ramsey Ramsey Mahone Ketihuely Ramney Aan Antonio aOikembey Auetiot Lodge Anchor Lodge No A. M Fey Tomey Houmann Sons Burwers Bertha Ramseys Mye Flont Shimon Roy Crutchted Bay City

Youth Slaying Charge Filed in Rattlers Court

A charge of murder was filed against Joe S. Arredondo, 28, in the case tied to the death of Claudio Castro, 3, with Arredondo surrendering a gun to deputies. He was to be jailed after alleged injuries at Roberts Circle hospital.

Nuinrder Yes Raymond Ger Rattlers Court Maiday Joe S. Arredondo Nate el Paso Street Rewis Claudio’ Castro Aio Aguiler Guadalupe Street Rudy Gowaira John Vidawni Arrenonda Asyedoyidto Waltes Roberts Cireen Hospital

Mourned Netherlands magnate Sir Hans Deterding dies aged 74

The family of Sir Hans Deterding gathers at a Swiss villa to repatriate the Netherlands born magnate’s body. Sir Hans, who retired in 1937 as director general at Royal Dutch Petroleum, left an estate valued around 150000.03. He is survived by two sons and two daughters with a second marriage ending in divorce.

Moritz Switzerland Hans Doterdig Netherlands Gremany Deterding Petrateam Canpary Marcas Hig Mayriane Fendin

Newsman gives Europe views on Roosevelts policy

Bet Ames, foreign correspondent, spoke before the Open Forum at Thomas Jefferson High School auditorium at 7:24 p.m. Monday. He argued Roosevelt’s stance aids democracies but unsettles dictators, who might strike sooner. He condemned rising militarism, opposed a major U.S. arms buildup, and warned of Spain's link to wider European tensions. He pressed for cautious policy to avoid provoking aggressive regimes.

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Debating squad ahead of state tournament at Abilene

Junior College debaters led by coach Prof. C. G. Barnes prepare for the statewide meet to be held in Abilene this week. Two white boys, two girls, and five named team members plus staff travel Thursday to compete Friday and Saturday, returning Monday.

Man Antonio Vridoree CG. B Barnes Abitone Nlaye Ayn James Wolf Mendez Marks Roy Swayze Mary Louise Price Margaret Tele Kalli Bilal

Week End Club of Intestinal Cleansers Promoted

An advertisement urges readers to join the Week End Club of Intestinal Cleansers and use BLACK-DRAUGHT as a tonic laxative. It promises relief from constipation, fatigue, bad breath, and coated tongue with a tea and lemon spray routine tonight and mild bowel action by tomorrow morning.

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Ex Sailor Charged in Woman's Death in Midwestern Case

Rochester report says former sailor John N Howland, 26, is charged with murder in the death of 60 year old Miss Mastic Wor g e, who vanished after a Saturday night incident. Sheriff Circle R. Cotton names Warren Mistight as investigator from Middletown Ohio.

Rochester Jorm N. Howland Olufith Mastic Worge Sheriif R. Cotton Warren Howland Middletown Ohlo

Steel Operations Advance Forecast

New York reports steel industry activity for the current week. Output is forecast to rise about eight percent from last week while capacity utilization sits around 67 percent. Bargain listings highlight machinery availability and lighter stock in the glass and light goods sectors.

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Student Dies of Exposure in Snow near Tucson

In Tucson Arizona February BPW Ue Man TD Tinney aged 20 from Winslow and a companion Myenst A Tait aged 30 of Glove Ravivvedtttle were found dead today after being caught in snow near the Santa Catalina mountains. They were discovered around 2:30 PM four valleys from the nearest road, authorities said.

Tucson Ariz Tinney Winslow Arizona Santa Catalina

Censorship Bureau Advisor Is Killed

An official from the Censorship Bureau was killed in Shangnat. Local reports say the assailant fired a shot as the advisor faced the Japime can welled censorship lurean. Police and SIS are pursuing leads today.

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Death threats target friend of strikers in New York

In New York on February 6, Mrs. Harry Bijur, mother of five, received a threatening letter and a phone call warning her to stop aiding 26 striking employes at a fashionable department store where she is a tenant. Police from two states investigated as authorities linked the threats to the strike, and a fraudulent telegram to the Bijurs’ son prompted a security alert. The Bijurs’ eldest son studies at the University of Notre Dame.

New York Harry Bijur Bijir Anttorney Gentral Pats West Matt Stolin Novival A. FP. L Wnion Drm Dlfurs Ryan Cheshire Con

Chile City Plans Rehabilitation After Earthquake

Santiago reports Golvension suffered extensive damage with an estimated 2000 killed and about 20400 fires. City officials approve a 450 million peso reconstruction expenditure, including 400 million pesos to build homes for workers repayable without interest. Brandeis Returns, Washington, Justice Louis Brandes requests to resume duties after a medical leave.

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