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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1933

Page

2

Solons Face Storm Over Prohibition and Reorganization

Washington Feb 11 Prohibition reporting and government reorganization battles continue with 18 working days left in the session. Senate moves to finish war department funding and debate on Blaine repeal while House factions argue over presidential reorganization powers and federal anti prohibition measures.

Washington, D. C Prohibition Congress War Department Hooscek Senate Howe HOUSE The Blaine Tbere Garner Hoover

Congress Deliberates War Department Appropriation Bill

Congress committees consider the War Department appropriation bill amid hearings on farm relief and banking issues. debate on currency measures continues as the House and Senate confer on reorganization plans and a radio law revision is discussed.

Bite Binwaies War Department Apiripelation Bil BIN Numeriaa Mykor Fritts Lawrence Way Apiripelalngie Committee

Middlewest Faces Record Cold as Storms Grip Plains

The nation endures extreme cold in the Midwest with many regions reporting subzero temperatures. J L Garrison and spouse rushed from Artesia New Mexico to El Paso to save their year old son who choked on coal and died en route. A Morri s Iowa schoolhouse sheltered wrecked drivers and supply carriers from Tuesday to Thursday including coal bread pies and campion. A large convoy delivering goods to New York City faced heavy snow and many job seekers were clearing debris in frigid weather.

Schop J. L. Garrison Artesia N. M el Paro Morris New York City

Perfect Weather Forecast Sparks Cautious Revisions

Weather officials admitted forecast errors for Saturday morning with sub freezing readings. The bureau now predicts a warm Saturday night and Sunday with temperatures rising to about 60 degrees. Forecasters warn of lingering frost and cold morning lows, while a high pressure system moves over South Texas.

Weather Bureau Kelly Field Nebt Bureau Texas Rio Granade Valley

Second Canadian Blizzard Strikes Across Prairie Provinces

Winnipeg dispatch reports a second blizzard sweeping southern Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Heavy drifts blocked rail lines and transport downed. forecasts show continued severe winter weather into the early week with hopes of relief and plans for rail recovery.

Winnipeg Red Strang Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberto

Heavy Snow Strikes New York Streets in Winter Blitz

New York City received more than eight inches of snow, the heaviest in years, with precipitation starting near midnight. By 8 a.m. visibility was reduced and officials warned there would be no immediate let up as the storm continued to blanket avenues and sidewalks.

Genery Howne Garber Howe Byrnes Bosth Carina Roosevelt Origins JO Perrent New York New York City

Rockefeller's quiet power and public-spirited wealth

A historical profile marvels at John D Rockefeller's influence and philanthropy. It notes his steady gaze, long career, and philosophy that wealth should serve public needs. The piece discusses his tax views and belief in encouraging exceptional talent to build the country.

John D. Rockefeller

Slayer McWilliams Faces Death Verdict Near in Robbery Slaying

In Rockford Illinois 18 year old Russell McWilliams awaits a possible death sentence for the killing of Wiliam Gayles, a street car motorman, during a robbery. Clarence Darrow, aging amid prior fame, argues for mercy as prosecutor Neat presses for capital punishment and Judge Shurtlett reserves ruling for next Saturday.

Rockford Russell McWilliams Wiliam Gayles Tf McWilliams Clarency Darrow Chicago Massie McWilliams Darrow Robert E. Neat Edward H. Shurtlett State Supreme Court Hey

Mollison Lands Airplane at Rio in Transit to Natal

Mollison arrived in Rio de Janeiro from West Africa en route to Natal after crossing the South Atlantic. The flight, piloted by Jirnail, Pet, reports a 12:30 am to 19:50 am time window. Easton Standard notes the progress from Chiavella to Arex with the Jong dislaner uinr completing the cross.

Mollison Rio Ria Janetirg Jirnail Pet JA Mollison Brite Fales Chiavella Arex Jong Dislaner Uinr Caravelas Wost Africa Natal

Snow Storm Labor Push in City

A 30 mph wind at 3 a.m. drove 30,000 men to remove piles from streets. The sanitation department, plus 18,000 temporarily drafted from the unemployed, boosted 12,000 workers to handle the cleanup. This marks a second week of jobless men given work as more than 14,000 were employed during the recent snow storm.

Department of Sanitation Unein

Pioneer Party Aig Sucess At Witte Memorial Museum

Old-timers attended a benefit party at the Witte Memorial Museum with chuck wagon supper and old-fashioned dancing. Attendance exceeded 1000 as pioneers in costumes and bandana handkerchiefs marked native Texans and foreigners. Exhibitions by local clubs, multiple orchestras, and a diddlers contest highlighted a day that funded museum needs despite cold weather.

St Witte Memorial Museum Hilen Quillen George Saunders Saunders Old Trail Drivers Association Jate Verne Allen Jefferson High School Alamo Dancing Club Lancers Club Bandera Ferrville Floresville Joan Carpenter N. ©. Wood Johnnie Walliame Oscar Laurence H. Cole Hf. T. Hopkine Alfred Allen

Concert Wins Audience at San Pedro Playhouse

A Texas Federation of Music Clubs event at San Pedro Playhouse Friday featured Pat her Laning of Beeville in a varied solo recital with songs by Handel Donizetti and others. Senor Rosas impressed with a rich bass tone, while violinist Marjorie Murray Keller joined for two group numbers and Miss Bill Roberts accompanied. Attendees included Mayor C. M. Chambers and city officials.

Texas Federation of Music Slubs San Pedro Playhouse Dan Laning Beeville Father Taning Edwin Greene Jack Koppel Banfler Bill Sylvia Amy Woordwood-Finden Marjorie Murray Keller Handel Selye Alejandro Hesas Thy Donizetti Mack Dowell Senor Rosas Beritone Bille Roberts

Proved Oil Enforcement Reported in East Texas Field

Sanmiel Semple, investigator for the Texas Railroad Commission, testified before four legislative committees that enforcement conditions in East Texas are improving yet some operators who had complied are now violators. He hedged on claims of increased oil production and shipment, and discussed investigations into alleged campaign activities by commission employees supporting Commissioners Terrell and Thompson.

Austin Sanmiel Semple Texas Railroad Commission East Texas Oil Field Consergation Cecil Storey Railroad Commission SERRS Commission V. Terrell Prnesh D. Thompson Semple

State Dismisses Vote Bribe Charge

A complaint charging Lee Coy with bribing a voter was dismissed on motion of the county attorney after the August primary election for governor. The case alleged Coy paid Encarnecon Dias $1 to influence Diaz’s vote, though Diaz later repudiated his testimony. Diaz, described as poor and unemployed, reportedly testified Diaz received money to feed his starving family.

Lee Coy Uhe Cay Encarnecon Dias Aldueit Diaz Joe Metichacs Dias Coy Das

British envoy may take economic adviser on Dulles trip

London reports Sir Ronald Lindsay will depart for America in three days accompanied by a government economic adviser. The British ambassador’s departure to the United States was fixed for Tuesday to confer with officials on Brush talks in Washington.

London Ssir Ronald Linlsay America United States Ronald

Radio Programs on Saturday Schedule

A dense list of radio offerings for Saturday features varied programs from music and talk shows to broadcasts by organizations and individuals. Notable items include Caprivetara, Chanterfield, Dr Bob Pittenger, and public affairs segments, with mentions of news updates and entertainment features across stations and times.

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Weather Buys 44 Acre Gore Pu Highway Farm

The Weather section reports a 44 acre farm purchase on Gore Pu Highway for 1550 dollars. Classification 12 Light notes the zoning or land use designation.

Gore Pu Highway

Deverly Tll Call Kol User In All Ue News Papers

Fragmentary OCR text discusses political figures and debates about presidency and veto powers in a free country. The tone cites Markoni and a critique of government spending and liberty, noting lack of funds and public sentiment amid a surplus and representation concerns.

Deverly Tonscyelt Cangeean Markoni Bin Munsollel

Vets 10 on Air as Broadcast Network Slips

The Veterans of Foreign Wars annual meeting in Washington will be broadcast Saturday night over WOAL and network at 10 30. Speakers include Floyd Gibbons Admiral Robert Coonty Consuelo De Coy and Senator Arthur Robinson with additional voices from U S military and public sectors. The program runs about an hour and 16 minutes and includes debates on public health care and cooperative medicine across KTSA WOAL and Columbia networks.

Tholi WOAL Veterans of Foreign Wars Washingtony Floyd Gibbony Robert 5. Coonty V.fp National Auxiliary Arthur Robinson Indiana Commission On Pensions United States

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