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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 02, 1932

Page

6

Aookmaker in Aidnaping Case Rocks Kansas Duty

In a Kansas case dated Jan 2 4 a bookmaker Charles Meir was arrested amid a kidnapping plot involving Nell Donnelly and Mrs Mor a De Pow. Evidence includes dictated letters and a ransom demand tied to a steam shovel operator. Mele previously linked to other crimes. Sheriff officials reported ties to a gang and a staged escape attempt, with farm figures Schiedt and Browning examined during the probe.

Kansas Toymes A. Reed Alis Nell Donnelly Charles Meir Enon Mora de Pow Aythiaeirice Custady George Blair Mele Henle Jeter Rent Teed Demuttiy Tavern Afele William T. Gordon Bureau of Ientifiction Mile Taut Schiedt Luer Browning Seheldt

Grass Seeds on Pants Fuel Death Sentence Trial

In Portsmouth a man was sentenced to death for the murder of a young girl. Grass seeds found in his turned cuff and on her clothing tied the evidence to the crime scene. Investigators traced seeds to the trousers and near the body, linking the suspect to the fatal act.

Portsmouth Releierna Épecia Euymbere Xruss Benine

Sweden Abolishes Parade Uniforms

Stockholm reports the Swedish government will abolish gaudy parade uniforms from January 1, 1986. A few sets may be kept for special occasions. otherwise service uniforms will be worn for all ceremonial occasions.

Sweden Stockholm Maly

Razor in Active Use for 85 Years

Andover resident Ken Razor or Razor, sharing brief and gist, shows a cutter and gear owned by Tlesh Cook, a local family. The item was bought by Cook's father and has reportedly seen long service with yearly estimates of fines and savings totaling several thousand dollars.

Andover Aharing Brueh Girop Owen Tlesh Cook Bern Cook Vie

Mile of Sausage Eaten by Masons in Reading

A garbled OCR item from Reading Pennsylvania notes a Masonic event with a long sausage feast. Details are unclear due to transcription errors, but the line hints at a festivity and an unusual sausage portion. The exact date, participants, and outcome cannot be determined from the readable text.

Reading Dines

Ohio College Keeps Old Name Amid Debate

Trustees announce decision to retain current college name despite pressure for a change. President Demers A. Gartiell weighs in as debate continues over rebranding and identity for Miran Meridid school.

Ohio College Fran. Oliv. Dac Thevevilaf Miran Meridid Rehool Demers A. Gartiell Miran Ralrge

Jail Census Shows Oklahoma Slump in Prison Numbers

A historical jail census reports a sharp drop in Oklahoma prisoner totals, noting the largest decline in the state’s prison population on record and highlighting the impact on local facilities and staffing.

Oklahoma Sfewoka Prizaniss Hia Repinn

Three Youths Seek Dice in Prison Request

A clipped Norfolk newspaper fragment reports three youths asking for dice while in prison. The note mentions a prior request and possible transfer or grievance, with details obscured by OCR errors. No names or precise actions are readable.

Four youths sentenced in Chicago for year-old murder

Four men ages 14 to 71 were sentenced to long prison terms by Judge Walter T. Starla for the murder of Oscar Ericson, an ice cream salesman, last June. Bouy Kielecki 20 of Lingvey received 40 years. Robert VerWez 1 and Edward Smith 14 drew 21 and 25 years respectively. others tied to the crime also received lengthy terms amid plea deals and confessions.

Chicago Walter T. Starla Oscar Ericson Joseph Kielecki Bee Gad Avenue Lingvey Brieson Robert Ver Vie Oiler Gair Orrer

Courts Luh UIOS COLT Sadie A 4 Madlark

Fragmented OCR text presents a court related snippet with unclear names and dates. Readable items mention Sadie A and Alon Zimdog among scattered terms, while rest remains garbled and unverifyable.

Uios Colt Sadie A Ruchter de Estex Aetere Mr

Witnesses Heard in Trial of Miner

In Kentucky the trial of a miner draws a partial witness list as Commonwealth and United Mine Workers figures appear. Court opened with testimony from Cer a Mower and others as jurors and officials observe the proceedings in a federal case related to conspiracy claims and mining labor disputes.

Wlnwling Bei Wen William Nightover Perfectors Vireall Aes

Livestock market report highlights varied cattle bids

The Saturday livestock sale shows mixed pricing with top fat cattle hitting around 24.50 to 25.00 a hundredweight and lighter stockers trading near lower levels. Reports note stronger prices for certain cuts and steady demand from buyers like Custer Blyher and Lytle Zete, while feeders and yearlings posted modest gains despite overall volatility.

Chicano Ian Reneral Medina Custer al Blyher Lytle Clateta Paar ST. Sattra Mulcly Aterer Broern Risady Helena Bieber Atceary Fevitr Morne Hestern Etrane Serene Jahers Calven Cence Bier Yeaschen Meciery Wulla Ventern Uulike Thy Werk Klenra Hbo Eso Kaod Searttone Mec Wewket Renin Rigner Caker Claares Parker

Officers and Ladies Attend Fort Sam Houston Club Events

Major and Airs Inmon of Fort Sam Houston entertain Medical Corps officers and their spouses at Coils's Area Westway club, with a Christmas party and decorated rooms. Rosebery couple host bridge night, many guests attend, gifts given by the president Mrs. Louixe Baetz. later many students and guests depart for universities, with plans for dinners and Aztec art event at Gunter House.

Inmon Fort Sam Houston Corps Bridge Club Coils's Westway Club Woman's Benefit Association Sutertidar Fd. Dernstia McKinley Avenue Persideat Louixe Baetz Nell Moar Kaetz Questa Pri Ae Mixs Detty Comegss Major Mra. Comesyss Fort Sam Houston Suodor University of ‘Texas Evelyn Famon Nyy Amon Lean

New Water-Wading Tank Promises River Crossing Mastery

A British tested design, described as a tank capable of swimming and river assault, can launch from ships, travel over 40 miles per hour in water, climb 30 to 45 degree slopes, and cross rivers to strike inland targets, signaling a potential revolution in mechanized warfare.

London USI Moses Aix

Grain Market Report From San Antonio Area

Grain market notes show prices for corn and other cereals with bids per hundredweight. Limited legible details mention bid levels and types, with unclear crop names and origins due to OCR garble. Major entities are difficult to identify from the fragment.

Four Eclipses to Occur During 1932

A garbled report lists four eclipses in 1932 with references to Professor L. W. Underwood and a High School astronomy club. The text mentions partial visibility in parts of North America and a date around August with minor numeric details.

L. W. Underwood North America

Soviet Introduces New Cheese Type at Moncow

A Soviet dairy project unveils a new cheese named Moncow with plans for foreign markets. The cheese ages three months yielding a firm texture and mild flavor, produced by the Scientific MOK Products in state.

Amir Jean Ehecee Curae Tate

Obituary for James Darald Wilson of Munday

Funeral services for James Darald Wilson 26 of Lig borne YI8 Alexander Street Munday were held Saturday at the Magy and Snider chapel with Rev F Sessions of Woodlawn Methodist Church officiating. A native of Town he had lived in San Antonio for years. Survivors include his widow Ida Wilson his mother Mrs Annie S Wilson of San Antonio his father I D Wilson Cedar Hapidy two sisters Mrs A E Wilson San Antonio and Mrs Joe Hantz of Colne Stannds town and two brothers Douglas Wilson Van Jorn and Wheelock Wilson Marshalltown Iowa.

James Donald Wilson James Darald Wilson Lig Borne Alexander Street Munday Magy and Snider Company F. F Sessions Woodlawn Methodist Church San Antonio Ida Wilson Annie

Poultry and Produce Prices Steady in New York Markets

New York provisions report shows poultry and produce prices largely unchanged from the previous day. Beef, veal, and other meats hold firm as traders note steady demand and limited retail fluctuation in early January trading.

Squirrel Dog Fools Hunter and Bear Encounter

Fragmentary text describes a herding dog chasing squirrels and a bear during a hunt. The narrative is garbled with misspellings but indicates a sequence where the dog distracts the hunter, a tree bear is involved, and a bear interaction ends the pursuit.

Trees Bear

Judge Hess Known For Long Record Of Fair Deals

Grand Laptds January 2 160000 cases set a record for Judge Frank A Hess who has presided for 29 years in the Grand epic court. He says he has given many defendants a square deal and recalls faces and charges as he reflects on his lengthy docket.

Grand Laptds Henell Frank A. Hess Grand Epic Court Rnch

Berlin Police Speak English Report

A garbled field reports Berlin police speak English as part of a dated notice. The fragment references GENLIN and a list of illegible phrases, mentioning Berlin and a tepid note about communication and observation. No clear events, dates, or names beyond Berlin appear readable.

Berlin Genlin

Trading on Produce Mon Bathday Market Quoted Roughly

Trading on the produce market showed activity nearly halted with ten categories per crate and eggs at 66 dollars per crate, while poultry including turkeys held steady. Quoted prices spanned fruits, vegetables, and dairy with multiple items listed for fresh market totals and commissions.

Bayner Trogues Ture Keser Ihenaa Alandalilard le Acversi Onn Connaission Rolly Wince Zuren Weis Ernie Turina Hadlstve Enta Sauaah Ehellen Washington Deltrsoue Heo Avacaderia Baekel Bruna SILA Deana Tira Pyernta Zaull Mower Galery Corraca Conte Rae Cranberrita Garle Merapeteul Texme Enmana Timea Californih Dacaley Pan

Money and Metals London News Summary

London prices and foreign exchange rates update with metal and currency movements. Reports mention ounce values in London trading, and several international quotes including Germany, Britain, Denmark, Norway, and Argentina, with assorted broker references and cross rates across multiple currencies.

Foreign Exchange New York Great Detteln Qollarr Olhera Cenlearcal Briata Dembna Odeeny Hllla Brmand MANN Fas Barman Holland Norway Braden Denmark Baltzeriand Aste Mase Portucel Grete Poland Greedrmlevakis Jayla Lara Argentina Shanchal Mexico City

Wool Market In Nort on Slower Demand As Mills Hold

The January wool market shows generally light demand from mills with buyers constrained by slow activity. Prices remain firm for certain Upland fine wools but overall trading is cautious. fall in shipments and slower market activity noted for the period ending December 31, 1931.

Hnaton Wool Norton Jan Conrade Wunloira Tair Valima Miahale Domentic

Elevator Inside Dam To House New Passenger Lift

Officials report construction of an elevator inside the dam to serve both freight and passenger traffic. Work progresses toward a late opening with initial testing planned as sections near completion. The east end remains near full, with western end awaiting final electrical wiring and finishing touches.

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