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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1937

Page

13

Three Charge Beatings by Wyborne Patrol Protest

Yeon 180 and 260 members of the Workers' Alliance of Amexia stormed the immigration office in the federal building Tuesday protesting alleged abuse. Miss Emma Twaynes, organizer, cited three beaten members and demanded protection for organizing free of imperial interference. W. Whalen ordered to San Antonio to investigate. climate briefed by WPA.

Yeon Workers’ Alliance of Amexia Federal Alloged Anes Emma Twaynes Alliance W. W. Kriyup W. A. Whalen Galveston Whalen San Antonia Washington, D. C Fff Tennyuca Nanes Bord Pataalingui Livmieralian Whelen San Anlonto Uni WPA Sunlus

Wreckage Searched After United Airliner Crash in Bay

Frisco Bay rescue teams hunted for plane fragments after a United Airliner crashed into San Francisco Bay near Probta ry 9, killing 11. Investigators recovered wreckage including a red gear and motor components yesterday from the water.

Frisco Bay Oacdand Calif Pep Wensine San Francisco Bay United Bay

Flood Threatens Paris as Seine Rises Ahead of Expo

Paris reports the Seine swelling rapidly due to recent rains threatening navigation and low-lying areas. Officials brace for impacts near the port of Balin as preparations continue for the May 1 opening of the 1937 Paris Exposition.

Seine Paris

Troop Rule Lifted in Indiana Town

Governor M Clifford Townsend signed an order lifting the military rule from Anderson an automobile accessory center in the labor torn city. The order takes effect at 3 p.m. ending a period of martial restrictions in the area.

Indiana Town Andianapolis M. Clifford Townsend Odas Anderson

FDR Jr Fiancee Ethel Du Pont Recovering in Washington

The White House announced that Ethel Du Pont, fiancee of Franklin D Roosevelt Jr, is recovering after an operation. She was reported doing well in Washington on February 23 as details of the medical procedure were released.

Fdr Jr Washington White House Ethel du Pont Franklin D. Roosevelt

Weather Summary for Texas and Panhandle Regions

The forecast calls for partly cloudy conditions with minimal temperature changes. Lowest Tuesday night around 56 degrees, highest Wednesday near 72. Monday peak near 72, west Tuesday morning around 54, Tuesday’s high near 70. East of 100th meridian, Tuesday night into Wednesday remains warm with slightly colder northwest regions. Moderate southerly winds along the coast. West Texas east of the meridian stays generally fair Tuesday night and Wednesday with colder northeast portions Wednesday.

Bary Antonia West Texas

Rebel Airmen Bomb Valencia Amid Madrid Front Fighting

Insurgent air raids on Valencia cause fires with two incendiaries while ground battles rage around Madrid. Insurgents push toward Valencia from the south as Madrid forces counter in the University City sector. Government broadcasts claim Madrid will fall. casualties and sporadic clashes unfold in several strategic districts.

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Rail Brotherhoods to Seek Pay Increase

Delegates of 18 non operating tollway brotherhoods representing about 809000 Indian railway workers voted to seek a wage rise of roughly 20 percent.

Ghigago Tollway

Charles Dickens Name Carried on London Death Notice

London February 23 reports the death notice for a Charles Kurkens, identified as the son of a notable arts figure. The item notes the link to a Weaver wax figure and mentions months following the passing of his infant father.

Charles Dickens London Charles Kurkens

Conner Prices Plunge in Sharp Market Break

London February 23 6 the market saw a sharp fall with prices breaking the equivalent of ten pounds per ton and a rise of over two cents per pound in the exchange. Total sales reached about 300 tons with turnover down from the previous session as prices traded near the equivalent of 61 cents a pound.

London Mike Af Vonper

Man Held in Slaying Sued for Divorce

Tort Worth February report says Grace Jordan, 42, held without bond in a homicide case, faces a divorce petition from her stepdaughter. The petition alleges Emma and Ace Tor custody of Grace Arie, with the stepmother refusing to testify.

Gracy Jordin eMelly Acs Usach Grace Arie Ghrierly suyrrOder Watiarre

Admiral H. T. Mayo Claimed by Death

Admiral Henry T. Mayo, 23, noted as Rear Admiral and commander in chief during World War II, died today from a heart attack at his home in Portsmouth. He recently retired and had served with distinction in wartime leadership.

H. T. Mayo Portsmouth N. Tz. Lei Henry Tt. Mayo Sunay Duc Capon

Ethiopian executions mark grim shift in policy

The Ethiopian conquest leaders report mass executions in Addis Ababa after a failed assassination attempt on Viceroy Graziani. A large number of suspects remain unnamed, with hundreds released and firing squads using jet rilies in a deadly transition from gift-based pacification to death. The event follows a violent grenade attack on the viceroy's party, highlighting an intense crackdown by Italian authorities.

Rome Itai Conaquerirs Ethiopia Gemeaior Vlee- Tey Rodolfo Graziani Addis Ababa N Dice Viewroy Graziani Baen Georrals Aurelia

Mystery Drowning Near Buffalo Bay Identifies Victim

Houston February 83 Detectives report findings in the death of an unidentified man or woman found near Buffalo Bay. The body recovered late yesterday is believed to be 34 year old N15. DMan Stephenson, though authorities have not confirmed identity. A verdict of death by drowning was recorded and the victim disappeared last Wednesday from the same area.

S O'sdink Walter L Fry Downer Houston Wloo Tui Tonite Corporation Bufala Bay Budd pMessey Rik Dman Stephenson Hero Budd Stephenson Lask

Shipwreck Crisis Claims Crew as Vessel Sinks at Sea

A ship named Enyion Lee encountered a sinking wreck in the Blick Sea. Six sailors perished when the vessel sank after distress calls were received. Airplanes, icebreakers, and coast guard ships joined Sunday search efforts for survivors.

Moscew Bel INS Enyion Lee-brenkir Senvyarga Toe Fay Hv Are-Preksey Erne Coast Board Bob Hitt

Buchanan’s Job Filled By Friend

The death of Rep. James P Buchanan sets the stage for Edward T Taylor of Colorado to become chair of the House Appropriations Committee. Taylor, the oldest member, has led the panel during Buchanan’s illness and will assume control if the vacancy continues.

Buchanan Washington James P. Buchanan Texas Edward 'T. 'Faylor Colorado Tay Tor Jeary Alo House Nistors Hong Service

Haze Clears Up After Fog Over San Antonio

Dense fog drifted over San Antonio Tuesday reducing visibility to a fifth of a mile. U G Weather Observer J H Jarboe forecast partly cloudy skies and little temperature change for Tuesday night and Wednesday with highs near 72 and a low around 38.

San Antonio U. G J. H. Jarboe Durbve Jarvoe

Navy Spy Farnsworth Denied New Plea Motion

Former Lieutenant Commander John B. Farnsworth, charged with selling Navy secrets to Japan, loses a district court bid to withdraw his plea of nolo contendere. Federal Judge James M. Proctor denies the motion, leaving the plea in place as Farnsworth faces further proceedings.

Washington John Farnsworth Japan Des

FDR Calls Texans for Court Action

President Roosevelt began conferences with horse industry leaders today to press court reform proposals. Participants included Speaker Bankhead Representative Rayburn of Texas Judiciary Committee Chairman Sumners and Representative Boland.

FDR Washington Hoosevelt Bugan Bankhead Rayburn Texas Sumners Judiciary Committee Boland Pennsylvania White House

Lindbergh Veils India Flight With Secrecy

Bombay report says Colonel Lindbergh and his wife hid the plan of their flight over India for privacy. They were not heard from since early yesterday when their orange and black Dipnoplaney left Jodhpur likely headed toward Delhi.

Lindbergh India Bombay Charles A. Lindbergh Jodhpur Delhi

Women Strikers Clash in Dallas Garment Strike

Violence flared in Dallas as women strikers entered plants and clashed with non striking workers. Police restored order after hair pulling, scratches, and minor injuries. Nine arrests reported with no serious injuries.

Dallas

Doctor Slices Weart to Save Man Life in California

In San Francisco at the University of California hospital Dr Claude Beck of Cleveland performed a delicate operation to loosen a heart artery and restore blood flow to a patient whose heart was failing. The surgery exposed the heart for over an hour to remove calcium buildup threatening to stop circulation while surgeons watched, reporting the life saving outcome.

Doctor Weart Man San Francisco Claude 8. Beck Cleveland

Fire Rriages Alaska City Fire Rriages

Coast guard reports fire virtually destroys the city of Douglas Alaska early today. The cause is undetermined. A working party has been ashore and is assisting in every possible way per Tallapoosa wireless.

Seattle Coast Guard

Kidnap Trial Follows After Robbery Incident

In Childress on February 13 officers prepared for a court appearance as Clarence Ronsonville, a 12 year old Electra filling station worker, reported being forced to drive a stolen car to a robbery scene. The assailant reportedly directed him to the location at Raul 678 before fleeing.

Texas Senate Deadlocks On Child Labor Amendment

Austin February 23 The senate rejected two resolutions to ratify the child labor amendment to the federal constitution by a 10 to 3 vote. The House acted. The nations pending ratifications include New Mexico the most recent President Roosevelt urged governors to submit ratification and endorsed it. Texas Governor James Allred supported ratification while the state Democratic platform favored it. Senators debated concerns over federal power over churches schools and child labor enforcement with sharp charges of regimentation and loss of local control.

Austin Tevas Senate House of Representatives New Mexico Roosevilt Texas Jew Gral Limes Senate Tnelssing Congress Olan van Zandt Tioga Claude C. Westerfeld Dallas Anil Alen Shivers Port Arthur J. Franklin Spears San Antonio Schaols

Contractor May Face Death Charge In New Jersey

Hackensack New Jersey February 23 Samuel I Rosay millionaire New York subway builder agreed to travel to New Jersey for questioning in the Red Socd murder case. Prosecutor Breslin said a nominal bail was set for his release as the corp remains under technical arrest in New York as a material witness in the slaying of a union leader.

Hackensack I J Imm Samuel i. Rosay New York John d. Breslin New Jersey R. Norman Bai The Corp New York Sandiogs Union Presiously Mana Uaélan

Dry Worker Ousted for Drunkenness in Union City

Nashville report states Rev. R. S. Timon, head of the Anti-Saloon League, announced Field Secretary W. G. Gaston was dismissed after Gaston’s arrest for drunkenness in Union City. Timon defended the action, noting Gaston’s alleged slip.

Nashville Tenn R. S. Timon W. G. Gaston Union City Gaston

Floridan Sent Here to Finish Postoffice

Louis C. Crew, construction engineer of Tallahassee, Fla, will report early next week as the third construction engineer on San Antonio's new federal building. He succeeds F.M. Bendrett, transferred to Los Angeles. Gilbert Brooks now taking a construction engineer in charge role.

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