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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1932
Page
1
A dated editorial voice urges saving and buying U S bonds through baby bonds offered by Secretary of the Treasury. It discusses Japan Russia and a future Pacific defense push, plus a preacher note about a missionary sermon at Piret Presbyterian Church.
Detroit February report quotes Henry Ford declaring he will risk everything to restart production. The plan envisions up to 6000 cars daily, 100000 Detroit workers at $6.80 daily, plus 200000 more nationwide through suppliers. Massive purchases of steel, bodies, and materials are pledged, with cash terms for buyers and a shift to cash payments.
Thirty miners remained unaccounted for after an explosion at the Poca Hontas Fuel company site near Pocahontas Virginia. Rescue crews searched the debris as authorities reported several workers unaccounted for and feared trapped.
At Washington D C on February 27 the baby gorilla at the National Zoo nears recovery from pneumonia after an oxygen chamber from Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York was installed beside its cage. The chamber’s use followed failed attempts with other treatments and the animal immediately responded to the oxygen, signaling potential improvement.
Culver California February 27 Captain Ormond Padget longtime Texas political boss and Spavish American War veteran was reported dying at his home. Once wealthy he began to fail after losing fortune in bed business ventures and had come to California in 1829. He commanded Galveston during the Ada wave of 1800 and served in 1898 as a captain of a Texas volunteer cavalry in the Philippines.
New York February 27 The drive to give jobs to a million men pressed on with the aim of finding about 10,000 openings daily. Sponsored by the American Legion and endorsed by major groups including the American Federation of Labor, the effort began February 15 and had located 100 149 positions to date.
Noted Chicago lawyer Clarence Darrow prepared to defend Mrs Grangilie Fortescue and three naval men charged with second degree murder in connection with a lynching. A message from Darrow said a decision would come by Monday after medical approval for the trip.
Japanese Manchurian forces repelled Chinese insurgents led by General Wang Teh-Lin in a sharp defensive blow for the northeastern federation. The engagement occurred 25 miles northwest of Tunhua after a bridge on the Kirin Tunhue railway was burned by Chinese forces.
Washington D C January 24 The Democratic emergency road bill aims to relieve unemployment by funding highway construction. The measure provides 132 4 million dollars immediately available for state road programs and moves to the front of the House calendar.
Chinese garrison at Kiangwai village endured a stiff siege despite Japanese claims of encirclement. AP reporters observed wounded being evacuated, Chinese supply lines running from Mizochungben, and heavy fortifications along a four mile front. Civilians evacuated Tachang as the battle front settled into a tense stalemate.
Shanghai report describes Japanese troops using Chinese coffins as blast shields around Kiangwan. Coffins, common in countryside where burial slows, are made of heat wood and provide protection for soldiers as they direct fire on Chinese snipers. Officers reportedly emptied bones from coffins and dragged them away in many cases, leaving piles of bones visible.
The Russian government questioned Japan's northern Manchuria campaign, sent by L. M. Karakhan, prompting Tokyo to insist Moscow misreads the situation. Spokesmen from the War and Foreign ministries said Russia Seeks needless alarm and distorted legal arguments.
In Austin on February 27 the case of Attorney General James Y. Allred versus 15 major oil companies and two petroleum associations alleging anti trust violations will resume in district court. District Judge J D Moore recessed the suit yesterday as defense lawyers claimed pressing business. Allred opposed the delay and upon reconvening arguments will address pleas in abatement and misfeasance asserted by the defendants.
Generally fair Saturday night and Sunday with a low around 15 degrees Saturday night and a high near 76 Sunday. Light to moderate westerly to northerly winds. East Texas: light winds along the coast. Wetness: generally fair Saturday night and Sunday.
Washington Feb 27 Representative Sam Rayburn of Texas said he is not a campaign manager and not authorized to speak for colleague Speaker Garner. Rayburn called himself the national representative of the Texas committee and not a national campaign manager. A San Antonio meeting formed a state organization to promote Garner and appointed Sam Harburn as chairman of a national committee to promote Garner’s nomination and election as president.
In Miami Tia Feb 27 a bandit leader with an artificial arm identified as A Yasbore ough was killed when two plainclothes officers opened fire during an attempted casino heist at Embassy Night Club. Guest Perkins was shot in the hip. several robbers and club employees were wounded. Officers Mack Qaiiford and G J Davis responded as chaos erupted among guests.
Describes numerous rental ads with weekly and monthly rates for apartments and houses. Mentions contacts Mary and Sean with a Crockett phone reference, plus various street addresses and establishments. Deadline notice indicates listings end on a specified date.
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