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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1932
Page
1
A fragmented column fragment mentions Arthur Brisbane and Ben in a feature and notes a brisk, unrelated shift in topics. The readable bits suggest a general society or opinion piece with unclear context and scattered names.
The article discusses Secretary Stimson's warning over U S possessions in the Philippines and Guam, the potential fortification plan if followed by deeds, and how American public opinion might react. It reports on Chinese resistance to Japan, the Chinese recapture of terrain, and a young American flyer, Robert M Short, who died while fighting for China. It also notes political commentary on Hoover Pinchot Borah and Johnson, plus a dramatic street arrest in New York and Japanese air attacks on Klangwan with initial bombing followed by later, smaller raids using gasoline bombs.
In Newark New Jersey February 98 police disclosed a brutal murder case. An unidentified girl with her throat cut was found in an open doorway. Authorities report multiple stab wounds and a disturbing scene as investigators search for the killer.
The Senate approved the conference report on a credit expansion bill within an hour after the House gave formal approval. The measure opens the path for new credit for the nation’s banks through the Federal Reserve and freeing millions in gold for new cup trading.
Austin Feb 26 Charley Lackhart Texas state treasurer said he would ask the attorney general’s department for a ruling on the legality of warrants issued to pay state troops occupying East Texas during the Meld occupation. He cited a federal court decision about National Guard activities and sought clarity on warrants for incurred expenses.
Houston February 24 body of Mia Pauline Caporino 26 wife of Joe Caporino a automobile salesman found in a ditch beside the Chocolate Bayou road three skull fractures from heavy blows and police believe the body was thrown from a car as tracks indicate.
Ernie Scheaf of Boston weighed 209 pounds and Young Stribling of Georgia 138 1 2 pounds at the Chicago arena weigh in for a ten round fight tonight. Achaad carried the heaviest listed weight, giving him a 20 1 2 pound edge.
Washington D C In a Milwaukee case a six year old fan of a woman electrocuted in her basement while standing in a pool of wine dumped by prohibition agents was awarded 5000 dollars by the House claims committee today.
Mineral Wells Texas February 26 An insurance man and Houston club player named Carey Selph was signed today by President Louis Comia way of the Chicago White Sox He is likely to be used at third base or a similar infield role and joins a squad preparing for spring games
Washington reports retail food prices fell by about 4.5 percent from December to January. The decline covered several major categories with varied changes, noting decreases in perishables and dairy products. The report cites regional data from New York and San Francisco as part of the national index.
Analis Keer challenges a proposed ban on short selling in Illinois. The Chicago science culture committee criticizes granting the agriculture secretary broad power to halt short selling. No specifics or prior acts cited.
In Houston on February 25 John Dawson of Chicago began the second round of his ramified match at the eighteenth annual Houston Invitational. He faced Magire de, with officials protesting Dawson’s earlier withdrawal due to illness. Magire led at 18 holes but Dawson, weakened by a boil and digestive issues, required a physician as the round continued.
Washington February 26. It is reported that Uruguay has urged Brazil to propose postponing the seventh Pan American conference set for Montevideo. The Brazilian ambassador allegedly discussed the idea with most of the 21 member nation chiefs, and responses to postpone are said to be nearly unanimous.
In Memphis on February 26, fourteen students from the State Teachers College were injured when an elevator in a hotel plunged seven floors before brakes caught. They had entered on the tenth floor after attending a dance, and occupants were jolted violently to the floor.
A report notes Garner criticizing Hoover's leadership and calling for reforms amid political tension. The piece outlines alleged missteps and key figures involved, highlighting calls for accountability and changes in direction.
In New York a Democratic chairman and allies claimed to have strong information that President Hoover would run on a prohibition referendum platform if his party adopted it. Hurley disputed the claim, saying he is not speaking for the president and that money spent by his opponents misrepresents Hoover’s views on the eighteenth amendment. Garner, commenting in Wooster, Ohio, said Hoover’s presidency has led the nation into a great panic, and the country will judge Jahnke’s statements.
AMARILLO Texas Feb 26 Three men one former New Mexico sheriff were jailed today charged with violation of liquor laws. John Brisco Tucumcari W M former Quay county sheriff E B Harris of Vega Texas and Indian Joe Taylor of Amarillo arrested in Oldham County after a federal and county pursuit. The car contained 24 gallons of whiskey and charges of possession and transportation were filed.
In Colon Panama on February 24 US sources report cabaret owner Devid Button and wife Aimee Hutton launching legal action to halt Max Petgray from featuring the Hallelujah Cocktail on his wine tie. The Huttons seek up to 1.006 million dollars in damages for defamation of character.
Clarence Kirk sueing Ben Bernie for damages after a June melee at Kirk’s Monroe dance hall. Kirk alleges Bernie struck with a music rack, pulled a gun, and caused a broken hand and headaches amid a dispute over payment for Bernie's work. Bernie denies, claiming no weapon use and blaming dizziness on alcohol.
Randolph Field officials report civilian Roters Randolph Gu Len Chang among Chinese entrants for the March class at the Primary Flying School. Two Chinese students joined the November class but did not complete training as bars were removed. A new class of 200 is to report March 2.
Washington February 25 the senate territories committee approved a bill to grant Philippine independence within 19 years.
Partly cloudy Friday and Saturday with a low around 5 percent and a high near 49 degrees. East Texas winds shift to light to moderate northerly to easterly, with partly cloudy Friday night and Saturday.
Washington Feb 26 The Senate voted to outlaw yellow dog labor contracts and retained Norris anti injunction bill provisions denying legal recourse to parties to such contracts. The move followed keeping the public policy supporting labor's right to organize in the measure. no roll call was taken.
CAPE GIRARDEAU Mo Feb 26 In the Pemiscot county liquor conspiracy case 11 defendants were sentenced in U S district court by Federal Judge C B Faris to terms from 18 months to four years Four former officers and a deputy sheriff were among those sentenced.
Shanghai Feb 27 reports say four United States aviators have enlisted in the Chinese air force. The item notes the fate of Robert M. Shark after an aerial duel with Japanese planes and suggests continued American involvement in Chinese aviation during this period.
Chinese forces repelled a midnight counterattack near We Mepp and held Kiangwan amid heavy fighting. Japanese troops pushed to starve Chinese defenders, claiming stubborn resistance and 120 enemy casualties in 24 hours. Planes targeted aviation fields north of Kiangwan as efforts to break the stalemate continued.
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