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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1933

Page

3

Go Along Little Dogie and Local Texan Notes

A fragmentary early Texas newspaper column recalls cowboy songs and local culture with asides on a Dal-Jag media station mispronouncing a classic, a 17-year-old polo player Billy Burke injured, and various townfolk. It mentions Joe Bettencourt, Tom Metamare, Dorothy Minor, Ned Wellenna, Bill Petuus, Carl Hobbbella, and Vincent Bruno among others, plus shop life, delivery quirks, and a streetcar conductor tale.

Texas Whistler Hsie

Aged Man Dies in Destitution After Relief Work Life

An elderly former relief worker in San Antonio died destitute and alone. Officials and city observers gathered at the Montgomery Ward building to search for missing relatives of the deceased, whose decades of service ended in poverty. The event drew crowds as authorities noted the man’s long service during World War I and his sudden decline.

San Antonis Sabueday Miler Dirksan Rimastwo Central Eller Committee Afd Montgomery Ward Dickson Supple Labs Tor

Danny Ahearn to Write Fr Movies in Hollywood

Los Angeles February report outlines Danny Ahearn moving to Hollywood to write. He will collaborate with Earl Baldwin on Wild Boy of the Road style material, drawing on his underworld experiences. Claudette Gotbert and Laurette Taylor are noted for upcoming roles and productions as Bayard Veiler’s associate producer bows.

Louella D. Parsons Matti Megie Aver Delve Mervine Tony Uakeer and Servion, Inc Los Angeles Dim Tully Danny Ahearn Hollywood Darry] Zaouis James Cagney Warner Clauielle Gotbert New York Claudelte Leligounvere Paramouth Alice D. G. Miller Claudette Bayard Veilers Laurette Taylor Bilger Corl Avid Selenick Joose Ondeath Rao Jallion Metro- Goldwyn-Mayer Keeni Aglar Tana Hope Crewes David Wis Aithost Ag Af Newell Trojan Hess Clive Clavenes Brown Jay Marion Wayies Picure Louis B. Mayer Davies Che Dy Frankenstein al Xandom Claudette Colbert Norman Paster Coconut Grove Ostelie Taylor John Wooberton Clu New Yorker Joan Crawlorad Jock McCeea Gaveny Wilshire Hotel Jana Benmith Ner Yorsts Gove Markey Dodge Glenda Pavel Ruth Abbho Heth Selwyn Uelle Moning Mia Lea Olivell Rian Inmas Uddle LE Owl Sardis Inwa

Livestock Body Officials Facing Loss of Positions

Houston dispatch reports officials from the state Livestock sanitary commission will be relieved by Ferguson administration appointees. BR A. Coughran, district supervisor for ten counties, and A P Parker, chief inspector for Harris County, are slated for replacement by BP Jones of Benjayoln and Fr Murray of Hondo. Earlier, 260 staff at Fort Worth headquarters were dismissed to make way for new appointees.

Houston A. Coughran Atate Livestock Sanitary Commission A. P. Parker Herris Mirlaus A. Ferguson BP. Jones Benjayoln Knox Charity Coughran Fr. Murray Hondo Parifer Cotmisnion Fort Worth

Jurors Denied Card Solace In San Antonio Murder Trial

Houston dispatch reports jurors in the Herschel Grey murder case had playing cards and poker chips removed from the jury room after Judge Whi Boyd ordered Mike Beer to seize 16 decks of cards. The judge said gambling could affect the verdict. The May killing involved Mangum and Legiimony details.

Houston Herschel Grey San Antonio J. A. Manguin Whi Boyd Mike Beer Cour. Gai Beer Bruce Boyd Leglimony Gray Mangum Nas Mangum

Two Suspects Face Kidnapping Case in Los Angeles

Luella Hammer and Frank Howard stand accused in the Mary Skerie kidnapping case. Howard seeks to take blame while Hammer, denying involvement, plans to become a mother in a few months. Police say Hammer confessed equal participation, with a 1 to 15 year sentence possible under law.

Los Angeles Luella Pearl Hammer Frank Howard Mary Skerie Howard Miss Hammer Tully Nfnysteria Wallie Beyame

Great Britain's Improvement in Trade Halted

Trade data from late 1933 shows Britain’s overseas trade shrinking with exports and imports down from December and the previous January. January exports stood at 29,205,422 pounds, a drop of over 3.2 million from December and 1.9 million from January a year earlier, according to Boards of Trade figures.

Great Britain London Boards of Trade Dernaiber

Bill 10 to close colleges offered by Poage amended

Eight Texas schools would be wholisted under terms of a committee lull. The joint committee on organization and county schools recommends abolishing several institutions and transferring libraries laboratories and equipment to boards of regents. North Texas State Teachers college at Denton faces asset transfer while other campuses would be variedly disposed or merged into state teaching college systems.

Austin Feh Texas W. Fe. Poage Waco Industrial College Abingdon Sehool of Mines and Metalliney Fl Paso North Texaa State Trrehers College Denton Southwest Texas State Teachers College San Marcos Texas College of Arts and Industries Kingsville Hoss State Teachers College Alpine Stephen F. Austin State Teachers, College Nacogdoches North Texas State Teachers College Board of Caitra Bite Schoole Board of Regents of State Teachers’ Colleges Landy Buildinga North Texas State Teachers Collage Board of Regvils College of Industrial Arts Usnton

Farm relief plans face opposition from Farm Bureau

Washington reports Senators weighing relief measures while a Farm Bureau Federation president warns that any proposals enacted into law would harm agriculture. The alliance cites a draft allotment bill cutting all crops except cotton and wheat and a mortgage bill shifting control to banks. Critics argue the plan would devastate farmers, with objections to removing hops and other key crops.

Washington. D. C Aimenern Farm Bureau Federation Farm Bureau Edward AL CrNes Agricultire Comemittes Hull HMI Fariexre O'Neal

Mutiny at Batavia Ends in Dutch Ship Loss and Fatalities

Report from Batavia outlines a mutineer takeover aboard a Dutch vessel led by Diehl and De Gover Prone. Twenty three persons, including 22 sailors and natives, died or were injured as bombs struck during the assault. Dutch officials describe a brutal ramming and boarding that halted contact with officers and sparked a naval response.

Batavia Dara Drin Netherlands Craw Tirjwred It ii Sheylan Javan Navy Gattain Baron de Vos Mier Jalen Weil Tais Caplai Gnaihe

Open Forum Letters Debate Marriage and Library Access

A fragmentary Open Forum letter discusses marriage duties and financial strain, questioning if a husband should provide for his wife while working. It critiques a plan to fund libraries by salary cuts, arguing literacy access is essential but misused funds. The writer, Lomita Gomley, emphasizes practical support at home and questions broader political wage policies.

Resents Annoying Breaks in Programs

Editor The Lips reports a broadcasting station disrupting show timing by frequent breaks about every minute. The piece recalls past incidents where advertisers expected uninterrupted slides and money arrangements were contested.

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Writer Ready to Return as Editor for Laborer Roles

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a writer or editor named Q. D. resuming work after two days. Mentions a committee, duties, and laborer or rally contexts with references to a “RALINF WORKER.” The legibility is poor. names and specifics are unclear.

Tie Maar Hiei Gil Valiel wWolle Q. D

Relief Committee Addresses Unemployed Relief Needs

A chaotic report shows a relief committee debating aid for unemployed workers. It notes some residents fear groceries and fuel costs rise without steady work, and questions how public funds are spent on gas, oil, and daily sustenance amid job scarcity.

Zoo Toby CPG Antonio

Tax on Church Property Aims At New Valuation

A letter signed as Coren argues for taxing church property. It questions why church owners avoid property taxes and proposes a valuation of church and school properties at 7.9 trillion. The piece discusses exemptions, income, and inheritance taxes and suggests taxpayer opposition unless a tax levy is approved.

Coren Tiemio F. C. Chirk M. &. Shureh Chureh Teolton Amd Hotwille Studio Sistevant Bs Harge Aone Werth Pranerly Dore

Library Closing Is Criticized in San Antonio

Critics in San Antonio press for faster city library closing reforms. Residents cite reduced access to evening services, youth programs, and research resources as a growing concern for community learning and civic life.

Keistar Everest San Antonio

Supports Move for Better Markets and Farm Relief

The text argues for a policy shift toward market improvements and farm relief. It mentions a progressive program, foreclosure concerns, and the need for strong leadership to expand production and support rural economies. Names and clear events are unclear due to fragmented OCR.

Unclear Text On Public Figure Actions Sparks Debate

Fragmentary report questions police conduct and whistleblower consequences. References a Mrs J H and an unnamed husband with social implications. The piece hints at discipline for actions allowing inappropriate behavior and public backlash.

Use for ule by U S Suggests One Year Civic Service

A fragmented proposal discusses replacing conscription with a year of government service for draftees. It envisions canal and dam construction and other public works, paying about $1 a day, to boost national effort and reduce war-related loss of life. The text reflects wartime urgency and calls for immediate action over political delay.

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Barry Removal by Senate Rapped Fait A Barry Removal by Senate Rapped Fait A LOY LTE Lahaare Walahewl

In a charged session observers allege Senate moves to target Barry while claiming to act for the public. Critics say the action serves self-interest with debates over votes and implied motives, reflecting tension between governance and public trust.

Barry Senate America Tobby Nowrtley Bary Tomi

Student Pleads for Teachers Belief in Future Hinges on School

A fragmented page notes student anxiety over teacher shortages and funding. It highlights concern that future success depends on classroom support and stable staff. The article references a local school and the need for promised reforms to improve conditions.

Spotlight on Sales Tax Debate In Austin

In Austin on February 1 4 lawmakers returned from Galveston to weigh the sales tax issue amid protests from the Bac association. Governor Ferguson urged action to fund state needs. critics warned of overreach while committee and senate battles focused on tax structure plus a highway commission chair appointment.

Austin Senate Galveston Bac Association Mirtemt A. Perguson James B. Ferguson Ferguson Thranson Menvaey Ftndiewsr Morriss Nf Dallas Seerstay The Texas Drygoods Selatan Lie Relate Highway Commission Denison Fallaciey Max Defraler Bug

Old Street Cars For Sale At 25 Dollars Each

About five old street cars are offered for sale by the San Antonio Public Service transit department manager W. W. Ralden. The units are too worn for immediate use but may be repurposed as temporary homes or storage. Buyers must arrange transportation and scrap the remaining parts after removal from the car barns.

W. W. Ralden M Aueger Transit Department San Antonia Public Service Company Mackslands

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