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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1931

Page

4

Summer Term Bill Passed In House In Texas

The Texas House approved an emergency bill allocating 250 000 for summer term operation of state teachers colleges after a tight debate. An amendment to cut to 240 500 failed. Postponement of further consideration drew opposition from leaders Sanders and Holder. Rep Shelton praised the move as essential for education. Minority remarks centered on funding and tax concerns.

Auistin House of Representatives Eicum Aderrill Bellevue Sanders Appropriations Committee Holder Lancaster Holler Shelton San Marcos Sheller House Gilbert of Cisco Teschera Bherrill Jones Jourdan Sumer Pennywice Yeond Foolieh Leng Wichita Falls Long Petroleum Engineering Eludente Parafione Senate Yeelerdas Williamson Army Nays Catine Corpa National Guard Texas Bimmene Onlsersus Corter Recstor Cunningham Abilene Zenstor Wilamson Ben Aalcaio Cardinal Hayes San Antonio

Mexico invites exploration and opportunities for Americans

The article extols Mexico as democratic and welcoming, noting its equality at home and freedom from outside interference. It describes urban life in Hermosillo with Chinese merchants, praises Mexican leaders and sites, and urges Americans to visit and learn the country despite concerns about Asia’s influence.

Hermosillo Mexico Mvtsbants General Morales General Pesqueira Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla

Governor Nominates Runge for 990th District Judge Seat

Austin February 20 Governor Ross Sterling sent the name of Carl Runge Mason to the Senate for confirmation as judge of the Thirty-third judicial district. He would succeed Judge J H MeLesu, deceased, in the post defining district judiciary duties.

Austin Ross Sterling Carl Runge Mason Hunge J. H. MeLesu

Black men in KOSSE railroad wreck incident

Five miles south of Kosse Texas this morning a tip prompted a confrontation with Southern Pacific officers. One Black individual was struck probably fatally and two others escaped in a van as officers stopped the alleged wrecking plot.

Kosse Tex Van Southern Pacific Railway Here

Bitterest presidential row forecast by Babson at Highlands

Roger W Babson, statistician, told Scenic Highlands Business Association delegates that the next presidential campaign will be the bitterest since Lincoln era. Real estate is a cure and investment, consult the editor look to 92. Light classified ad noted for the best burr.

Harros Park Fls Abraham Lincoln Roger W. Babson Scenic Highlands Business Association Fleal Estate

Hoover Vet Loan Bill Sparks Republican Rift

Debate over the veteran loan bill reveals dissent within the administration as Republicans split on its provisions. Critics say the bill is too strict while supporters argue government borrowing rates and loan terms are unfair, leaving the measure stalled until the president acts.

Eniva Congress

Veterans loan bill could let veterans borrow immediately

Washington February 20 The veterans loan bill if enacted into law would allow veterans to start borrowing against their compensation certificates the day after passage or signing by President Hoover. Veterans' bureau officials said plans were refined but require more personnel and the loan system would operate mainly through 52 regional offices. The finance division reported 5 million to 35 million dollars available to start lending, with first loans possible the day after Senate passage. Orders were sent to field offices to prepare for the policy as legislation proceeds.

Wassington D. C Hoover Congress Veterans’ Bureau Wea Il Sp Hines Stert Lending Senate Tel Fiomal Reterant Bureau Con

Protest of Wife's Mother's Kisses Costs

Chicago story reports Claude Erickson ordered by Judge Daniel Y. Trude to pay his wife $20 weekly alimony after a divorce action claimed by the wife that he was forced to kiss his mother-in-law, constituting extreme cruelty and a nervous breakdown.

Chicago Claude Erickson Belekyon Allegidg Daniel Y. Trude

Senator Ponge laments highway book at Texas Capitol

Senator Ponge of Waco urged the state highway department to publish what he called a magnificent 260 page year book with pictures and cuts. He proposed selling copies to legislators at auction and using the proceeds for road building. The measure was rejected.

Austin Ponge Waco State Highway Department Poage Long

Clark Funeral Held for William Joe Clark

Clark funeral set for Saturday at 2 p.m. in the chapel of the Riehe Undertaking Company with Rev. C. Lener officiating. Interment will be in Mission Burial Park. A native of Mississippi, he had lived in San Antonio for 20 years. He is survived by his widow Mia and children Alice Cl, Traymond, Herbert, Willie and Wyad Clark, and one sister Mrs. Fannie Roberson of Dal ing.

Traymond Herbert Willie Wyad Clark Sam Antonio Fannie Roberson Daling

German Chancellor Confined to Bed

Berlin reports Chancellor Erich Bruen ing, suffering from influenza, was ordered to bed today by his physicians. The condition sidelines him and raises questions about his recovery and public duties.

Berlin Ereinrich Bruening

Opera Stars Enjoy Wall Guests at San Antonio Event

Mary Stuart Kiwards hosted opera company guests at her home on Thursday evening. Frederick Longa, pianist Austawig Curtis, and conductor Roberta Moranzoni performed pieces. W G Wiggins of the Lyric League arranged parlor magic and a native Illian game. Cast members of Die Walkure arrived Friday morning.

Hoprs Mary Stuart Kiwards Schipu Frederick Tlongas Austawig Curtis Itoberta Moranzoni Oni Mra Wennils Higgins W. G Wiggins San Antonio Lyric San Antonio

Lieut Bartron Receives New Air Corps Duties

First Lieut Mareld A Bartron, currently at Kelly Field, is named air corps supply officer for Randolph Field in addition to existing duties. His transfer to Randolph is expected once relieved. At Randolph Field, Lt Doram will head equipment for air corps technical buildings in prep for moving ly neighboring schools from March Field and Brooks Field.

Mareld A. Bartron Sir Corps Kelly Field Air Corps Randolph Field Kelly Cield Trindolph Doram Mareh Field Wrooks Field

Youth Is Given Term in Slaying DAGHAS

Feb 2. Joe Pat z received a two year sentence for the slaying of Len Apperson in September. The youth testified he shot Apperson to protect his father after Apperson threatened with a knife.

Daghas Joe Patz Len Apperson Apeperson Apperson

Walker Injured When Hit by Car

James Fox, a local resident, was badly bruised when knocked down by an automobile while walking near the corner of Josephine Street and Broadway Friday morning near the rar clara hotel. He received medical attention for non life threatening injuries.

James Fox

Enrique Trevino Sentenced to Two Years for Burglary Attempt

Enrique Trevino, indicted last September for attempted burglary of a Moor car, received a two year sentence in the Thirty Seventh District Court on Friday. He had previously evaded conviction after escaping custody, and was recaptured by city detectives in January.

Enrique Trevino Enrique Triis Cheriffa Enrique Backel W. 8. Anderson

Suspended Sentence in Theft of Auto

GC B Brown a year old month was given a two year suspended sentence in Thirty seventh District court Friday after pleading guilty to car theft. The indictment charged Brown with stealing a car valued at 875 from 5 South Pine last August. Seven held in robberies. Detroit Mich February 20 Over fifty robberies in Detroit area cleared up after seven men arrested including Joseph Salve who says he is Al Capone nephew.

GC. B. Brown Brown South Pine Detroit Mich O Police Joseph Salve al Capone

Opera attendees include Sterling Moodys at opening in San Antonio

Sterling Moody and Mrs Moody former governor to attend Chicago Civic Opera opening in San Antonio. Lieutenant Governor and Mrs Edgar Witt arrive for the first performance. Attorney General Jimmie Allred and Mrs Allred also plan to attend the operas.

Medical professor from Mexico visits San Antonio for meeting

Dr PT PL Meranda, professor of medicine at Nalidnal University in Mexico City, is in San Antonio for a two day Texas Hill of Internes conference. Friday events include morning sessions in the Nis Professional building and afternoon at the Raunty Hospital, per Dr Tee Tee, committee chair.

PT. PL Meranda Nalidnal University of Mexico City San Antonio Texas Hill of Internes Nis Raunty Hospital der. Tee Tee

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