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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1931

Page

19

Prohibition Agents Nab San Antonio Liquor Depot Operators

Prohibition agents raided a San Antonio area liquor depot on Wednesday night seizing 3 ½ gallons of whiskey 50 pints of beer 13 gallons of wine and other equipment. Tony Ortiz pleaded guilty to manufacture possession and related charges as investigators link the site to a broader illicit liquor outfit. A second raid Tuesday at 125 South St Mary’s Street targeted another fashionable liquor establishment with the raid yielding bottles and equipment. a third suspect was taken into custody during the probe.

San Antonio Prohibition Tony Orriz Paul Luckhert Ortiz J. H. Haley Dim Bor She Thorn Orlie South St Marr's Street

Washington Play for Page School

A five act play performed by students of Thomas Nelson Page Junior High will be presented in the edopt auditorium Friday. Directed by Ming Eliasheth Warcouck and Mies Feonie Marga, the cast includes Ede x, Dreits, Leanora Metzger, Hugh Cregrove, Tonsmir Wall, Armald Law rence, Clayrice Bouquer, Ai bison, Virginia Doway, Eloi Pearls, Hohiseteln, Willacene Turbe wife, Alice Lovercheck, Neuer Franc, Kowaik, Fannie Beth Brandr, Bar bere Hobbins, William Johncog, Huth Bailey, Sermin Frisk, Sama. J. &. Mobinzon, Voroity Snell Roth Smith.

Gensre Washington Thomas Nelson Rehvel Edopt Ming Eliasheth Warcouck Mies Feonie Marga Edex and Dreits Leanora Metzger Hugh Cregrove Tonsmir Wall Armald Lawrence Clayrice Bouquer Aibison Virginia Doway

House Body Favors Auto Pound Bill

A Texas legislative committee favors a measure to impound unattended or in default vehicles to regulate city traffic and curb offenses. Introduced by Representative Farmer of Fort Worth, the bill seeks municipal and corporate support for enforcement.

House Ausyin

Braunfels Masons to Hold Banquet in New Braunfels

New Braunfels Texas Masons will hold a banquet at the lodge hall. Presenting a brief program is planned with details on initiation and visiting brethren expected. A call is made for more members to attend and support the occasion.

Braunfels Masons New Braunfels Texas Pebciu New Braunfels Masangy Weahingtons Biethitny le Mest & Brief Srasiom Toe Lodge

Egg Route for Pearsall Formed

A Pearsall route group formed by PCOARSALT and Poulley Producers Traue established in seven by trough revisalt Thereiay Fran Ewder and Lich rewrecentariy Luuliry rodurere. Aimed to supply distant markets, the venture plans weekly shipments and coordinated scheduling.

Pearsall Poulley Traue Fran Ewder Luuliry Rodurere’ & Tien Thy Eitae Atlen

Pearsall School Destroyed by Fire Threat Flares

Fire consumes Pearsall School under unclear cause as responders battle the blaze and investigators search for origin amid damaged facilities and smoke. Local officials urge caution while assessing property loss and potential victims.

Pearsall Thansalt

Firo Lodge Plans Meeting At Local Hall

A list of speakers and members including Firo Lodge and Grand Rosal Arch chapter figures is set for a Saturday gathering at the local Mirsunic hall to address lodge matters and community topics.

Firo Lodge Peatieat L. Texan Fel Sam I. Helm Yastar Bleh Priest

Wrights Secretary Reported In Prank War In Thirdeg

Secretary to Commissioner Weigh, B Garriga, is reported involved in a prank conflict in Thirdeg. The incident appears tied to dates unknown and linked to other officials including Chief Owen.

Wright Il Prank B. Garriga Wpil Weigh

Cash and cigarettes stolen at Halnge store

A damaged OCR text reports a theft at a Halnge store where cash and cigarettes were taken from a cash register. The fragment mentions a Wurgloe F472 dn MAE team and quotes a claimed phrase credited to A. C. Maatt but is garbled, leaving the key facts uncertain.

Canimeta Cheerete Weurepag Ta Paillea A. C. Maatt Alote

Who'll She Take On Honeymoon

Philadelphia visitors report a chaotic and garbled wedding tale with Miss Jessie Jones of Clenviden amid a muddled list of officials and roles. The piece blends names and titles in a fractured manner, lacking clear events or outcomes.

Philadelphia Jessie Jones Clenviden Nurried Fost Alel Withoue Woffee Vine Dlreine Steere Cleaning

Texas Vegetable and Fruit Market Report Amid Mixed Demand

A San Antonio area agricultural summary reports varied prices and volume for Texas produce. Multiple items including potatoes, beans, onions, and peppers show fluctuating levels with notable mentions of tractor shipments, market tonnages, and regional demand patterns across Texas and nearby markets.

Burglars Rob Store For Cigarettes And Cigars

Police report a store break in at Nolan Street near Clarence Kenner No 15 as thieves pried a door and stole cigarettes and cigars. Victims Ollie Williams Tony Kowler and C Holman of Ring, Texas provided statements detailing robbery losses and bandit actions.

The Trorder Wofl Clarence Kennder Nolan Street Harwis

Camera Stolen Report From East Abbey Police

A damaged report notes a camera theft near Italph PF Githane in BIR East Anbby Pines. Police were informed as repairs proceed and the incident is being investigated.

Fam Wat Sintey Italph

Sterling 10 Be Builders at National Association event

Testimony heard in Buffalo as Gevedur Thiss reports on Sterling 10 Be Builders guest at a state banquet closing the Swenlieth normal evasion. Inaugurations, officers, and a large assembly are noted, while a separate trial covers an alleged witchcraft evil eye linked to a murder case in New York.

Gevedur Sterling Swenlieth Nornal National Association of Rilders Thorp Wight St. Anthony Boty Maormine St. Anthony J.T. Haile Ie Sanafonio Xeed Joan A Dalitran Milwaukee Iid San Anerie Tange Ladies Gerken Tuner Chamber of Rummnerce Isitora Ermchenridge Park Buffalo N.Y Clotilde Martel Nancy Lowen Tila Jinerson Guyuga Bend Marehand Lila

Silver Loving Cup to Be Given Adult Play Bout

A silver loving cup will be awarded to the winners of an adult players one act tournament organized by the city recreation department. The event takes place March 2 11 and 4 at San Pedro playhouse with about eight groups entered. Mrs. Alex Adams will present the trophy. Park Commissioner Jacob Rabiel holds the senior trophy and will determine permanent ownership after three consecutive wins.

City Recreation Department Alex Adams San Pedro Playhouse Merci Pis Hest Jacob Rabiel

Car Crash Court Fines Driver Over Sewing Machine

In Cor pornlion court a driver was fined five dollars for colliding with a sewing machine in Eat Courtland. Frank Douzherey of 120 Benadway received a twenty five dollar fine for assisting, while Ed Ahero of 800 Mulherey Street faced four dollars for stopping his car near the machine. The rear impact occurred when a sewing machine rider on the rear of the vehicle shifted during the crash. Abern and Lessimans listed involved with tangled details and numbers.

Hase Corpornlion Bausis Frank Douzherey Benadway Courtland Ahero Mulherey Street Goxzherty Abern Wie Tae Dougherey Fromie Lessimans Thidey Mallock Tauatort al Abera

Round Table Hears Lecture on Music

Round Table members attend a lecture on music, with discussion led by Cordgenn and a council chair. The event highlights debates over music theory and cultural roles while noting attendance by regional figures and teams.

Round Table

Postoffice to Close Monday for Federal Holiday

AV department of the interior announces that a federal holiday will close the post office on Monday. The note cites Chief Washington inheritance details and P.G. Taran confirms the closure ahead of the observed holiday.

Hammonds Seeks City Bailout for Arena Seating Costs

Ralph Hammonds asks city officials to cover arena seating expenses after being barred from an event last Friday. He cites prior promises and requests reimbursement for construction costs and two months of related expenses while the arena was used for military purposes.

Ralph Hammonds City Ralph Weceline Hammonds Chursilay le Eile Ramiononds

Governor Sterling to Visit Bay Autenky Fiesta Week

Governor Sterling plans a Bay Autenky visit during Fiesta Week from April 20 to 25. He will attend several events including the Alama pilgrimage and the queen’s sighting, with invitations extended by a committee led by T. Walker and other officials.

Ross’ Sterling Bay Autenky Tnrk Kayhead Rasbauld Sisilpt T. Walker T. TL Faheridee Huery Marien Sivler Ty EL Fite EE Eilje Am Raybould

Wags Sleeping in Public Buildings

A report from City Hall Thursday notes an order from the park department to clear public rest stations in downtown plazas. Police will patrol near remaining sites each night to deter sleeping and keep these areas as election quarters.

Park Department Baillinga

Military Funeral Planned for War Vet Wilis Armstrong

Military funeral set for Willis Armstrong, 55, a sergeant who served in the Spanish American War and the Philippine Insurrection. Service at 2 p.m. Friday at Undertaking Shiners with interment in National Cemeteries. Army and American Legion members expected to attend.

Wilis Armstrong Junia

Liquor Bond Forfeiture In Italo Sitca Case

A bond of 54000 in the Italo Sitca liquor charges case was forfeited after a defendant failed to appear. The incident occurred Thursday morning as the court pursued the matter, with the defendant facing multiple counts including evasion and related offenses.

Italo Sitca Arelep Sulee PuVal Evant Leppeae Manofarenn Jon Foxvasion Preqwely

Immigration Ban Studied by House

The House weighs two year limits on immigration in a Jenkins bill. Anya Wilkin discusses employment impacts and potential legislative action as a study progresses.

House Washington Jenkins Howse Wilkin Anya

Livestock market notes from San Antonio and Kansas City

San Antonio stock yard figures show mixed live cattle and hog prices with steady to higher tendencies on select cattle and feeders. Kansas City reports cattle and hog trade with steady to higher bids, noting weights from 140 to over 900 pounds and prices ranging across several categories for calves cows and bulls.

Kansas Coe Livestock Kansas City Itavirts Sgia SEO Direct Dows Tissey Welches Couch and Steere Wood Ehaiee Peifess Atu Vegude Livia Chubee Eleen Joe Gowertalu Cholce Lambs Tyan Sa F

Protest Over Use Of Condemned Dogs For Research

Lucy Smithers, secretary of a humane society, protested planned vetting of condemned dogs for heart disease research by San Antonio doctors. She met Commissioner Phil Wright with Moberd Sellar of the American Woman Society, noting mayor C. Mt Chimbers had not approved using the dogs. Voters previously urged transfer of dogs slated for killing for study after euthanasia. Wright defended the city’s gas euthanasia method as humane.

San Antoni Lucy Smithers Child Protective and Humane Coelely Iss Smithers Phil Wright Moberd Sellar American Womane Seeciety Wright Hem C. Mt Chimbers Hai Moga Feller Elisé

Brady Bank Bond Contract Suit Heads to Jury

The case against United 5 Pileling and Guaranty involves a $40,000 claim for breach of bond contract. Commercial National Tank at 7's suit was cited as part of the proceedings with a federal jury expected to be convened.

Brady Bank Yse Commercial National Tank United Guaranty. Com Aval

City Holds Option on 100 Lots for Park

City records show an option on one hundred parcels west of the river for a park reserve. The Park Commission notes completion of a guaranty on the property and states costs will not exceed a set amount, with repairs limited to a defined area.

Harris Raises Its Red Grosz Quota HAMSTERS

Harris reports a notable quota for hamsters with a firm push toward a 268000 target. The announcement notes a range of contributors including the Theil Crabs and Fesax company and mentions shipments likely to malls or prominent buyers. Names and figures appear with limited clarity due to garbled text.

Harris Fel Fesax

Judge Denies Extortion Bond for Gut Case

Rodolfo Acizpe, among ten charged in an extortion attempt, remained in county jail after Judge McCollum recused to lower bonds. The court set $6,000 bonds, while defense claimed no money was actually obtained. Bond adjustments and case transfers followed as a second suspect faced ten charges at $1,000 each.

Rodolfo Acizpe TR. Morrison McCollun At & Habeas Corpuy Whitehexster Kelso Arispe Coure Wal Albert Houseer Morelsoy Hee Burnett Cael Asvisignt Marion McCumban Tosuy Casicn Dee Fuule

City Employes Aid BiCentennial Fete Committee

City workers including firemen and city staff will assist the Bi Centennial celebration committee. Commissioner Wright announced plans to display a commemorative plaque at the governors palace area. Electrician Claude Convers will meet the committee to discuss placement of a monument and traffic guidance posters for the event. Copies of the program will be available to familiar citizens to aid traffic and celebrate the city’s founding.

Polleriner Dleek Ferns Marek Phil Wright Claude Convers City Electrician All Spayich Governors Sitpman

Mitchell Approves Wire Tapping by Prohibition Agents

Mitchell grants Prohibition Bureau agents authority to tap wires under handling by the Attorney General. The move enables monitored communications in cases flagged by the cost committee and guides field operations through the central office.

Mitchell Prohibition Peneral Taf

Junked Transcription of Cotton Market and Trial Updates

Fragmented OCR text reports on cotton market prices and trading activity with references to New York and New Orleans markets, mixed with an abrupt jury deliberation note. Names, dates, and places are unclear and heavily garbled, but imply ongoing price movements and a murder trial verdict in a separate item.

Grain Market News From Chicago and San Antonio

Grain quotes from Chicago and San Antonio show futures mixed as bids rose for wheat and corn while local prices held firm. Prices listed include wheat 15 cents and corn around 36 cents with further regional variations and commodity details across markets.

Antonio Urain

Multicommodity market notes from Chicago and New York reports

The itemized market brief covers poultry, produce, potatoes and dairy across Chicago and New York. It notes price ranges, grade standards, and brand details, including Colorado and Illinois brands, with varied quotes for potatoes, butter, eggs, and cheese based on late February readings.

Man Sentenced for Counterfeiting Gets Back $500

A federal court order approved Thursday returns 500 dollars to a man sentenced for counterfeiting. The defendant, who pleaded guilty, had faced a four month term and is now in custody serving part of the sentence.

Frize William Rogen Pen Hik Dude Marsing Insenia Edly Sho Billy Rat Tyerel Accert Rorvier Arte Uracil Ak Minleaee

Raleigh Funeral Plans Delayed for Samer Lesaell Wontelgt

Funeral arrangements are delayed for Raleigh native Samer Lesaell Wontelgt, a pentor from Vilna, Texas. The obituary notes surviving relatives including It. T. Haleich and Waller, with a sister Mra and M. Sanfard af Mis.

Raleigh Samer Lesaell Wontelgt Pentor

Money and Metals MENICAL MONEY and Feeble Ledger Fragments

Fragmented OCR entry lists monetary figures and metal values with garbled terms. References to dates February and March appear alongside prices, weights, and ledger-like codes, but the text is largely unintelligible and requires restoration to retrieve clear items or names.

Squash Prices and Market Notes From Thursday Trade

The report shows squash up while art squash up on Thursday with prices around 46.69 for fruit and 50.15 for a related item. Eyeplant values moved to 42.60 and dried peaches rose to 18 per crate. Bourbon producer notes and current market shifts appear for several regions including Le And and others with regional price changes.

Weurentuy Dalry Chanseu

Fruits and Vegetables Price List Fragment

A highly garbled OCR list of fruits vegetables and prices. It includes beans peas apples carrots cabbage and assorted produce with prices ranging from cents per unit to several dollars per item. Includes entries for onions peppers celery and tomatoes with numerous misspellings and partial product names. It reads like a late era grocery ledger or market notice with many inconsistent figures and broken language.

Don Juans Curbed In Coahuila

In Coahuila new state law tightens control on social misconduct by men. Officials inserted provisions to protect women, with penalties to apply to offenders once the law takes effect.

Coahuila San Ory Coaluilis Doi Duann Coalula Dirsflers Nena Coalulla Arinalin Piloteg Marty Tom

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