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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1931
Page
3
Photo from Ormond Beach Florida shows John D Rockefeller Sr with Mrs B B Brindle during a Women South Atlantic golf tournament moment. The scene captures the oil magnate in a light exchange as players compete on the course.
Fragmentary notes report admittance of several attorneys to the bar in a federal court session Friday morning at the district courthouse. Names appear garbled. details unclear due to OCR errors but include mentions of clerks and officials connected to the proceedings.
A crowded legislature ends a busy week with committee work nearly finished and a flood of bills. Debate centered on redistricting, corruption charges, and potential laws on gifts to legislators, with procedural changes affecting how bills move in the House and Senate.
Indianatola Tod February 27 Tod Harey Rowbottom congressman from the first Indiana district pleaded not guilty in federal court to charges he accepted bribes for influence in obtaining Trust office appointments. He will be tried in Evansville in April. Rowbottom’s term expires March 4. Also arraigned were about 29 other men on liquor and other federal charges. Four postmasters and one rural carrier were dismissed from postal service in southwestern Illinois after an investigation. Rowbottom faced $1,000 bond and remains in custody in Evansville.
Fire and Police Commissioner Phil Wright was reported improving on his third day in the Santa Hoes infirmary after being taken to the hospital late Wednesday. He is recovering from an organic disorder and will likely remain hospitalized for several days as medical staff monitor his condition and respond to his needs.
Two county officials, Sheriff Baos and County Attorney D. F., are ill at home with influenza. Sheriff Baos is not expected back until weather clears, while Sheriff Lawrence says the sheriff will return to his office as soon as recovery allows, with a prolonged absence anticipated.
The county election for school heads is set for April 1. Independent districts will elect five trustees, with four seats per district and one at large. Officials will announce rosters and duties for the upcoming term.
A Friday morning convention at the Plaza Hotel in Dallas focuses on modernizing funeral service. Chicago organizer Tinesh B. L Nelson chairs the movement advocating professionalization and efficiency for funeral directors and allied workers. Nelson will address a keynote at the conference.
Meanis airline will operate between San Antonio and Houston with a Monday morning start. Chief pilot Hy Wameey says flights depart San Antonio at 0230 and arrive Houston at 1245. The company office will be in San Antonio with schedule including daily departures and arrivals.
William Frazer, 41, of Habway, is charged with first degree murder in the death of Mrs. Ars Thodle Stader. Prosecutor Abe Vavil notes Frazer’s alleged actions include posing for photographs with the body and remaining silent when questioned. An assistant prosecutor said no truth to rumors a man was in the car with the victim, and Frazer reportedly had the victim’s belongings in the car two days prior.
The city weighs authority to shut down carnivals on private property near Wyryor Avenue. Officials seek guidance on lawful options as protests and noise concerns persist from last year’s events.
Two men faced the federal grand jury in Stephens matter and were released on bond. They surrendered to a United States Commissioner, Pant A. Luckbatt, after meetings with the officers.
The article lists award categories and presenting officials for a local play contest. Judges include Mrs Lueille Giyain and Mrs Musa Maave. A silver wave prize and various fees are described along with remarks by local leaders.
A traditional city dance drew a large crowd with Mrs Morghevite Ryan of Strong-Cier applauded for grace and a Miss Lina Prose of Sigs City named the most graceful waltzer. An annual dance event scheduled for March will highlight this year’s best performers.
The article notes Captain White will take a leave of absence and transfer duties to Captain Por shinier with Panama-bound orders. Captain Nitsa assumes construction of quartermaster duties at Fort Sam Houston while White is away. Other officers listed move alongside in the broader Fort Sam Houston assignments.
Thousands of workers resume duties at Wood Ayer and Washington mills of the American Wonten company as gates open. Officials estimate a large portion of the 40,000 workers previously idle due to the five day stoppage returning to work today.
Funeral services for Nina Keeton, 93, of Milton Texas, will be Saturday at 7 AM at the Carter Dees Eng el for Mrs Nina Keeton. Burial follows at Roselawn Cemetery. She lived 25 years in this area and died in a local hospital. Surviving family includes husband L Symons and a number of siblings and relatives from the area.
A ship named Seahawk faced an incident near Orange during a night voyage. Reports cite cargo damage valued around 000, with authorities awaiting ship and crew status. The vessel reportedly moved toward the harbor as investigation begins and rescue actions continue.
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