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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1932

Page

4

Solons Tackle Home Aid Problem In Congress

Congress returns to tackle domestic relief measures including farm relief and reconstruction finance. A $1000,000,000 federal land banks move faces Senate opposition while debates over debt moratoriums, tax changes, and tariff policy loom. Hearings start next month as proposals on prosperity loans and railroad regulation advance.

Washington, D.C Caneress Murasare Alice Federal Land Banks House Senate Becamingan Cigde J.eFolletta Wisconsin Ortigen Colorado Congress Senate William Randolph Hearst LaFollette Alec Federal Farm Board Penang Interstate Commerce Committees

Governor Roosevelt's New York program outlined

The 1932 New York Legislature is poised for a busy session as Governor Hoover Roosevelt prepares to unveil most of his policy agenda in the annual message after the opening Wednesday session in Albany. He will release the budget six days later detailing the state's anticipated financial needs to address a widening deficit.

Roosevelt N.Y New Yobh Hooxeselt Albany Budzer Meee

Retiring Mayor Quits in Disgust in Newburyport

Andrew J Ross, known as Tross, resigns as mayor of Newburyport after a terse term marked by clashes with eight of eleven council members. He blasts council as quitters and says he will take a vacation to seek a different kind of headache.

Newburyport Newburylont Mass Dan Andrew J Trossr Rossy

Davis Backs Direct U. S. Aid Plan, Hoover Backing Cited

Senator James J. Davis today expressed support for a direct federal aid proposal. He stated Hoover’s administration and Republican leaders favor the plan, arguing it would expedite relief despite opposition concerns.

Davis Helpey ON. D.C Jaimen J. Davin Fegiants Tone Hs Bor Hoover

House Leaders Study Tax Plan Amid Debated Fees

Democratic House leaders examine a new tax proposal amid debate on a fee and potential revenue measures. The discussion centers on shaping fiscal policy and its impact on government funds.

Zoologist Wins Science Award at New Orleans Event

In New Orleans Jon Carlskey Speidel, 35, zoologist at University of Virginia medical school, received the annual $1,000 award from the American Association for the Advancement of Science for his study on nerve growth in developing tadpoles. The research noted rapid nerve development in transparent frog tadpoles observed over time.

NEW_ OLE Jon Carlskey Speidel University of Virginia Medical School American Association For the Advancement of Science

Democratic probe opens on 1925 1923 campaign finance charges

Washington report on an investigation by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jacob J. Rosenblum into possible violations of the federal corrupt practices act by the Democratic National Committee. The probe follows Republican charges this year that money paid in 1925 was not fully disclosed. The inquiry will review reports since 1918 era campaigns.

Washington B.C Democratic National Committee U.S Jacob J. Rosenblum New York Wood Indiana Republican Congressional Committee

Romance Dead in California Declared by Oklahoma Bride

Mrs. Virginia Byrd Stephens testified before Superior Judge Lile T. Jacks that she married Stillwater oilman William L. Stephens in Oklahoma at 17. The couple moved to California near Taft where disputes arose and the judge annulled the marriage after Foley showed she was underage at welding.

California Oklahoma Virginia Byrd Stephens Lile T. Jacks Stillwater O&i William L. Stephens Taft

Delegation To Arm Parley Sets First Meeting In Washington

The US armaments delegation to the Geneva disarmament conference will convene in Washington for its initial gathering next month. Secretary Stimson announced ambassador Charles G. Dawes will arrive Monday to chair the group, with the sole woman member Mary F. Wolley of Holyoke among the delegates. Two others, Hugh Wilson and Hugh Gibson, will not attend as full members.

Washington, D.C Nto Geneva Belgium Hugh R. Wilson Seitzerand

Hunter Kills Deer With Pistol Shot in Utica Club Action

Terrell of the Utica Revolver Club and the National Revolver Association scored a first shot at a 2,000 pound buck using a .85 calibre weapon. The deer was brought down on the second attempt after a brief search, marking a notable event in local hunting records.

CTIGA X& Terrell Jake Terrell Utica Revolver Club National Revolver association_ py

Golf Ball Kills Rabbit in Odd Bounce Incident

A golf ball struck a rabbit during a game, after rebounding from a fairway and hitting the animal in the eye. The incident was witnessed by players, with no injuries to people reported.

Visa. Okia Whitaber Golfore Pike Ele Fairwar

Detroit Club Finds the Perfect Caddy

Detroit club players claim a perfect caddy, noting old gear and recent practice. Report mentions ten raked balls and a superintendent named Wall Ger Tarts in unclear context.

Detroit Lear

Duke Library Durmam Volumeage Surpasses Forty Thousand

A Duke University library report notes a large annual increase in volumes with the collection described as vast in the South. The note mentions the library’s growth and the breadth of its holdings, highlighting Duke’s prominent library status in the region.

Duke Durmam Yelding

Soviet to Launch 1500 New Shops in Turge Industrial Centers

Moscow dispatch reports 1500 new shops to be opened in the coming weeks across Turge cities and other industrial centers including timber and peat fields. The expansion aims to boost local commerce and employment as part of broader Soviet economic efforts.

Moscow Ferecca Turge

Spectacles Worn by London Monkey Kinieo Report

A fragmented item describes spectacles worn by a monkey in London related to an event or display. The readable text mentions Tan. 2 Kinieo and references to vision and sight, but the context remains unclear.

London

Smith to Address Washington Asks Clarity on Candidacy

Alfred E. Smith planned a Washington speech to clarify his political stance ahead of 1932. Democratic leaders and factions weigh possible implications for prohibition and party unity as ex-candidates Cox Davis and Smith prepare to speak at a key banquet.

Washington, D. Gy Alfred B. Smith Washington Addres Jackson Niel Saith Democra Wong Ta Ging Smith John W. Davis James M. Cox Cox The Nations Committee National Committee Chicago Atlantic City

Young Actress Finds Stage in Paris Thriving

Lora Hays, 19, daughter of Arthur Gar Field Hays of New York, tops her role in Dell, my American girl in la Grande Enfant at Theatre de Oeuvre. Paris theaters run full houses with smart, low-cost staging, unlike New York where hard times limit openings. The Paris scene showcases efficiency and impact with minimal expense.

Paris Jan Prosperaum Lora Arthur Gar Field Hays New York Its Dell Theatre de Oeuvre Mfsx Flays Hut Theatre de l'Atelier

Youth, 19, Faces Trial for Murder in Lowville

Gardiner 19 and Fortow 20 of Kostecville indicted for murder in Lowville. Fortow beaten and strangled his victim with a belt. Police say the two men fought prior to the fatal attack and will stand trial in Supreme Court next month.

Lowville N.Y Jan Thereshel Gardiner Anil Arrangled Cay Jon Fortow Kostecville Supreme Ecourk Furtow

Pelicans Attack Party of Hunters in Nebraska Incident

A hunting party led by Governor Charles W. Urean in Nebraska was attacked by two Pelicans. The birds crippled two hunters, and the incident involved the governor and his companion Chester Axes. The burtera reportedly killed a giant Wirda during the confrontation.

Lincoln Charles W. Urean Nebraska Chester

Berlin Police Train English Speaking Patrolmen

Berlin police now base over 130 patrolmen who speak English, posted at railroad stations and major centers. They wear a red cross armband on the left sleeve to identify them.

Berlin Berlin Po

Generous Barman Fined for Overcharging Customers

HALFOND England January report notes Anthony Molin, proprietor of the Line ing Gale inn, fined $15 for charging customers excessively. The incident involved improper pricing at the bar.

Halfond England Anthony Molin Tle Lineing Gale Vnn Cn Tomers

Auto Industry to Fight Tax Increase

Washington January 2. Spokesmen for the auto industry theaters and professional baseball moved to oppose a proposed federal tax hike. House Ways and Means plans hearings on a tax bill to raise revenue for government needs. Representatives from auto groups asked to be heard on Treasury proposals taxing autos, parts and accessories.

Awashington D. C INS House Ieans Tmey Industries Thoms P. Henry American Automobiles Association Waller Ls. Gay National Auto Dealers Association Treasury

Four Roy Killers Sentenced in Ice Cream Murder Case

Four boys aged 1 to 21 were sentenced to long terms in the penitentiary by Judge Walter T. Stanton for the murder of Oscar Ericson, an ice cream salesman, last June. Joseph Diblecki, 20, was sentenced to 40 years after admitting firing the bullet. Edward Smith, 18, and Stanley Stokn, 20, received 21 year terms. Robert Verwey and Starvey, both 18 or 20, faced lengthy sentences as accomplices. The group admitted plotting three other murders and targeted Wrink Novak as a potential victim.

Omicago Dar Peaitentiars Jurge Walter T. Stanton Oscar Ericson Joseph Diglecki Second Avenue Harver Fortsinth Starvey Bielecki Edward Smith Harvey Stanley Stokn Phoenix

Oldest Missouri inmate sentenced for liquor law breach

Jefferson City Missouri reports 76 year old Rathburn Hathburn the oldest inmate at the penitentiary was sentenced to two years for manufacturing liquor. Judge W T P Burney presided in Butler Missouri Ozarks court after Hathburn pleaded guilty to illegal operation of a still and possession of liquor with intent.

Man Jefferson City Tan Missouri Penitentiary CC. Hathburn Rathburn W. T. P. Burney Futler Ozarks

Three held in 1923 murder of ranchman Preston Aust

Houston June 2 Three men are held awaiting Heol Springs Arkansas officers to question them in the 1923 murder of Preston Aust, the Victoria Texas ranchman. Suspects W S Sevivenor known as Shilo and others include J F Martin and J Jenkins in prior related killings tied to the Taunton and Jones slayings. Death was due to strangulation in a Hot Springs hotel room in September 1920. Robbery is suspected as motive.

Houston Jun INS Heol Springs Ark Preston Rauchman Victoria Texas Ares W Shilo Sevivenor C. A Kenge Dongs Taunton A. Iiking F. Martin Austin Hot Springs Trobbery Sedvenor Jones Bat Jenkins

Elevator Inside Dam to House Freight and Passenger Shaft

Anshee irrigation dam in Nyssa Oregon will include a 27 foot high elevator inside the structure. The shaft will open to fire galleries at different elevations, making it one of the few dams with such a feature. The dam stands 020 feet high and progresses toward full height on the east end while nearing completion in the center and west end.

State Lion Hunter Has Big Business in California

California state lion hunter C. W. Laidlaw reports steady work after a mountain hunting trip. He returned with seven joints of game and earned 245 dollars in bounties for his efforts, reflecting strong demand in the field.

Calif, Tan W Laidlaw Bountira

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