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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1931

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Juror Picked in Acree Murder Trial

Juror TD CG was accepted after about an hour of questioning in the murder trial of Robert Acree, charged with killing his brother in law James Carrett in San Antonio. Defense plans an insanity defense as Carter’s wife testified she kissed her husband before the shooting.

Robert Acree James Carrett San Antonio Fat Dav Ce Stale'n Ai Oraers W. Ff. Anderson Thoberis Mery Smith Doherty Etra Atter Garrett Mr Indiana Atreat Withses Babeas Coroua Garrett Acrep Kelly Fircrm Acree

Bank Sues For 60000 Fund In Embezzlement Suit

Commercial National Bank of Brade files suit in federal court seeking 110,812.02 in damages from Delta States Fidelity and Guaranty Co. Judge Dake West will hear the case in Austin. The bank alleges insurance taken by employees led to embezzlement and misapplication over 1921 to 1980, discovered July 21, 1928.

Nacal Bank of Brade Fidelity and Guacante Company Dake West Uesday Austin

Soviet War Effort Targets Religion in Schools

Moscow reports a nationwide push by Soviet authorities to curb religious influence in education. The campaign seeks to secularize schools by disciplining or redirecting religious instruction and activities among children nationwide.

Moscow

Chinatown New Year Fest Draws Vast Crowds in Bay Area

In San Francisco on February 16 a grand Chinese New Year pageant unfolded as crowds gathered to witness the vibrant procession and view colorful displays. Separately, on February 14, a remarkable discovery on Belvidere Island unearthed the remains of an Indian princess from ancient times, suggesting ties to historic migrations between America and Alaska.

Han Francisco Aluah Pacific Enaut Q Risilore Fhascisco Amik Alaska Belvidere Island

Hoover writes foreword for Washington memorial edition

President Hoover has written the foreword to the first volume of the memorial edition honoring Washington. Congress authorized the edition to celebrate the hundredth anniversary of the nation’s founding with emphasis on milestones and contributions by key figures.

Coover Washington Ren Hoover George Weehington Congress Dss

Noble murder charge filed

Fragmentary police narrative shows Mrs Miller firing from inside a window after seeing a man outside while she bathed. She later claimed self defense targeting the intruder. the charge was reassessed and narrowed to murder in what appears to be a continuing case.

Miller Macy Noble Vile Edfort Ensault Charee Manday Nally Eas Ebarged

Acceptances to Palace Ceremony in March Reported

A March palace ceremony acceptance rush was noted by the ordination committee. Dr Frank F Bacham publisher of the Los Angeles Evening Merald. Bishop Kblerdina of Corpus Ciciet. ex Governor and Mrs Dan Méade, among others, confirmed they will attend.

Ordiration Frank F. Bacham Jem Angeles Merald Kev Kblerdina Corpus Ciciet

Three Inspectors Added to Force in Oil Health Department

In a wartime staffing update, three new inspectors Peed Tan ter, Loren T. Burke, and S. Tor tan were ceded to the oil health department under Major C. M. Chater. The move follows a plan to bolster enforcement and oversight within the department as the agency resumes operations at Mookur.

Mookur Majer C. M. Chater Weil Loren T. Burke Tortan W. A. Fring Ealeh

Intrastate Rail Oil Rate Cut Ordered

Austin on Feb reports the state railroad commission ordered a sweeping reduction to intrastate rates for refined petroleum products. The decision, issued in Washington, requires implementation before June and targets a duty to lower costs for transportation within the state.

Austin Feb Wwe Sonihwrat Arden Camniveret Emantnassia Ba Das Washington

Methodists Hold School Training Conference

The annual Christian education training for Methodist Episcopal church workers in the San Antonio district drew more than 410 Sunday school teachers and church workers. Education director M Ratliff outlined courses for teachers and children’s instruction, with Jennie Milton leading discussions and various speakers covering worship, Christian education, training schools, and stewardship.

Thennual Amfethofizt Episcopal Church West Moniz M. Ratliff Educational Directa Methodist Biscopal San Anton Jennie Milton Tafaney Bliss Janie Bilton Driges Larse Rey Taylor

Princes Visit Inca Shrine in Peru Tour

The Prince of Wales and Prince George traveled by special train from Arequipa to Cuzco to see Inca ruins, including the capital, as they prepare for their forthcoming journey to La Paz. The royal party viewed the historic sites and planned further stops on the South American itinerary.

Arequipa Peru Trine of Wales Prince George Toxmet Cuzco la Mazfiettsia

US Employment Gains in January Reported

Washington Feb 16 Despite January showing improvement in industrial employment a large surplus of skilled and unskilled labor appeared in most sectors. The labor department reported today that unemployment remained evident in the wage and service sectors amid mixed factory output and uneven demand.

Unicseont Wasiington

Lancashire Cotton Mill Strike Ends in Fingland

Lancashire mill workers return to duty after a three month strike ending Dublin Ceetorles duration. Firm numbers cited include 200 and 2,000 in association with the Lancashire mite mill workers.

Lancashire Fingland

San Antonio Civil Service Extends To Fire Police Units

The city moves 548 workers from fire and police and fire alarm operations into civil service under the January 2% amendment. Fire Chief J G Sartan and Police Chief Quen Kidsy back the measure, which covers 234 police, 3 fire alarm operators, and 311 fire personnel. The roster shows Assistant Fire Chief Martin Bickel as the oldest civil service member with 58 years’ service. A committee meeting confirmed the civil service plan with listed local officials and clergy in attendance.

San Antonio Cel Fire and Police Phil Wright J. G. Sartan Quen Kidsy Martin Bickel Claude Birkhearl D. Menger Pinisher Southern Messenger San Antonio Cendex Council Jesse Tu. Yelsington The Baptist Temple D. Ney TR. Katioki

Light Glass Show At The Taight One Day Demonstration

A one day demonstration tomorrow at 2 30 PM at the Taight venue features Mildred Kitchen presenting new kitchen recipes and a Taxan Pie. Mrs W J Shelton demonstrates latest food preparations with Kelvinator kitchen gear, a 30 minute stage program led by Paul Spor includes Fre Sanborn and Gipsy Berne, with refreshments courtesy of Atlantic Pacific.

Mildred Kitchen Fo Bt Ans Shelton Karothin Kelvinator Neches Electric Compans Publis Firent Texas Theater Paul Spor Teama Theater Mr. Spor Freé Sanborn Hille Geelar Gipsy Berne Bokar Coffee de Sertet Toro

Wimner Trial Continues Amid Delays And Indictments

Proceedings in the Wimner case resume after delays with Judge McCrory resetting the trial for March 9. Ten indictments were returned by the Forty Fourth District grand jury against the Richardson company once under receivership, showing a deficiency of 570 032. The trial included a stand investigation of the company’s Indians and the receiver’s report, with motions by both sides and multiple delays before a jury is chosen.

Ayidge W. Yy Ningty-fourth District Cou mer-Richardson Company Banis Wimner W. W. McCrory Franklin Speare Hef Cnse Splcevent Walter Tynan Alonies Pare Dave Watson Jude McCrory Ohe G. TayToe Secigson Attorner Lamar Sepliznen Waa Nomel Wiling

Unemployment in Italy Rises in Official Report

An official report shows unemployment increasing to 720,786 on February 1, up from 42? 16 percent higher than the previous month. Among the unemployed 550,? are men and 165,038 are women. Unemployment insurance has been granted to 190,404, with 28,612 of the unemployed being agricultural workers.

Romy Her Lunemptoy Enid Willy

Hoover Leadership Fights European Unemployment Cure

The article argues that Europe’s unemployment remedy is a dangerous quack, praising Hoover’s leadership in resisting foreign cures and tax pressures. It frames Hearst papers as vindicated in condemning Europe’s approach and lauds the U S as proving the value of resisting such cures under a President who prioritizes the national cause over renown.

Hearst Europe United States Free America

Public Buildings Appropriation Recommended by President Moo

President Moo recommends to Congress a 20,108,000 dollar appropriation for public buildings under a 415,000,000 program. The plan includes a Tremensville post office project at 800,000 dollars and a Tyler post office and pearlhouse at 330,000 dollars, with 300,000 dollars for site acquisition and construction costs.

Washington, D. C Moo Toding Congress Stepsenville Terns Stoffice

Fragmented OCR text with weather and travel notes

The readable fragments describe weather for tourists, temperatures, and travel conditions across many places. It lists winds, forecasts, and various place names with scattered times and measurements, but the full context is unclear due to garbled OCR text.

Farm Board man to quit post retirement expires

Sam hel Tt McKelvin wheat member of the federal fare beard will retire from hay port with expiration of his form Tons 14 he enumered last night.

Leer LY EN Eee Teed Samuel It Meltelsse Goveronor Nebraska Win Federal Farm Raed Cincago McKelvin Hay Port

Farl Carroll Show Scenes Are Revised

The report notes revisions to the Farl Carroll show with several scenes dropped and others rewritten. Authorities did not release details, and the treatment of the production's content remains under review.

Farl Carroll

Bankrupt Petition Filed by Merchant

A petition for voluntary bankruptcy was filed Monday with the federal District Clerk by Clyde Carlos Sinivd, a merchant of Ganztlnt- Aenith. The debtor lists assets and liabilities totaling unknown amounts with a secured claim of $0.41 and appears to seek relief under bankruptcy law.

Fedleral District Clyde Carlos Sinivd Ganztlnt- Aenith Arn Et Tt Hir Legh

US Scout Fleet Sails Into Battle Near Panama Cite

Confused OCR text reports naval actions near Panama with mentions of a United Navy fleet and Pacific entrance. Readable items indicate a counting meet and possible invasion context, but specifics are unclear.

Panama United Hinton Navy Pacific Mick Couniel N “Hatite Dacitle Fleet

Cardinal Hayes to attend fete in San Antonio

New York Cardinal Hayes plans to travel March 4 for a fete in San Antonio. He will ride privately with George McDonald and join companions recuperating from illness. Hayes is to sing at a public event and attend gatherings with local officials and the city mayor.

New York Cardinal Hayes San A Antonio Venus Ravel George McDonald Marium Apncoor New Orleans Cardinal Hasex Sue Antonin Gaverine Sterling Lexus

Banker Tinker Sentenced to Ten Years in Federal Prison

In Fort Worth on February 10 a former vice president of the defunct Terms Notarial Bank was sentenced to ten years in federal prison at Leavenworth by Judge Wilson. The long-imposed term follows a count of false claims and misapplication of funds.

Fort Worth Fed Tinker Leavenworth Kno Wilson Federal District Court Fale Coles

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