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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1936

Page

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President warns against following autocracy abroad and at home

President cautioned nations not to follow the twin perils of domination and fear while addressing lawmakers. He refrained from naming countries but criticized moves toward autocratic rule and urged unity, noting domestic foes he did not identify. The scene drew a mixed reception from lawmakers and a wide diplomatic audience.

Aoise Eufot Asia Italy Hitler Germany Gibson Jarsse Vermont American Liberty Rescue Chamber of Commerce of the United Siates Diplomatic Corps Roosevelt

Political speech on unemployment and government power

The speaker attacks politicians who deny work to millions of unemployed citizens. He warns that giving power to authorities will lead to autocracy and enslavement of the public. He quotes Josiah Roeber and centers on faith, patience, and charity in public life.

Harvard Josiah Rover

Broadcasts in Death Shadow from Prague Anti Nazi Radio

In Prague a secret wireless station of the Black Front broadcasts anti Nazi propaganda to German listeners. The new announcer uses a wavelength of 29 to 25 to air virulent attacks on the Nazi regime, following the murder of the prior announcer Fourmis by suspected Nazi sympathizers.

Prague Black Front Germany Otto Strasser

Thieves Steal Furs Jewelry and Wire in Local Thefts

A rash of crimes reported includes thefts of furs and a coat valued at 330 dollars from Mrs Williams of 50L Snate Zarramora Street, jewelry from J. W. Woodson of 425 East Quincy Street valued at 125 dollars, jewelry from Mrs George Birge of 109 East Woodlawn Avenue valued at 150, and 3244 feet of copier wire from San Antonio Public Service near Cold Field. Edward Dweer of 2411 Main Avenue reports a break in at his home and loss of property.

4. Willams Snate Zarramora Street J. W. Woodson East Quincy Street George Birge Woodlawn Avenue San Antonio Pubiic Service Company Coldfield Edward Dweer Enue

Madison Square Communion Service At Presbyterian Church

The first quarterly communion service at Madison Square Presbyterian will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday with special music arranged by Warren Hulk and Reg Nobles and organist. The Rev. Max M. Morrison will deliver the evening sermon titled The Life Story of a Brave Boy I Knew.

Madison Square Presbyterian Church Ben Warren Hulk Reg Nobles Max M. Morrison

Anniversary Sermon at Central Baptist Church

The Rev. RR Lloyd preaches his ninth anniversary as pastor of Central Baptist. A 7:30 p.m. service is planned at the church, marking over 4500 additions to the membership during his pastorate.

Central Baptist Lloyd Cestret

Open Revival To Feature 93-Year-Old Evangelist Christine Ruberg

Christine Ruberg, a 93-year-old evangelist, will open revival meetings at the Latter Rain Gospel Tabernacle on Carson Street. She is supported by her mother Belle Rubers, sisters Ruth Maynard and Velma Montenson, and pianist Helen Brahl.

Christine Ruberg Hein

Address Comment For President Roosevelt’s Message Draws Mixed Reactions

The Associated Press surveys political responses to Roosevelt’s address to Congress. Senators and party officials call it a political harangue or a courageously aggressive opening of a campaign while others say it defends the New Deal and challenges opponents. Critics label it socialistic and a class baiting appeal. supporters call it bold and aimed at public understanding.

Receevelt Congress Courn Maverick Democrat Texas Liberty League National Association of Manufacturers Chamber of Commerce of the United States Robinson Arkansas Union Fletcher Henry P. Fletcher Republican National Committee Sheppard Vandenberg Republican Michigan Adams Denverat Cologado Capper Kansas Schwellenbach Washington Dickinson Castigan Bellatoy Garey Wyoming Senator George Georgia

Postmaster General Farley Report Deficit Surplus Puzzle

A light verse on Farley's annual report showing a sixty five million dollar deficit and a five million dollar surplus. The poem laments the conflicting figures and mocks arithmetic in postal finances, noting profit on losses and the post office growing rich from money not earned.

Farley Tuim Tor Fatley

Battle Hymn of Cursed Reform and War Critics

The article quotes a 1993 speaker criticizing entrenched greed and autocracy, urging repeal of Congress measures and opposing child labor, tax cuts, and return to individualism. It argues for noninvolvement in war, warns of rising secession and militarism, and endorses U.S. neutrality while curbing belligerent exports and arms sales.

United States

Political reactions to 1940s presidential address show split views

A diverse collection of quotes from Senators and Representatives across parties marks the reception of a national address. Democrats praise the stirring call to battle while Republicans criticize the tone and focus on prosperity, relief cuts, and public disapproval.

Genator Barrksen Democrat Mississippi Genator Hastings Republican Dataware Pittman Denocrat Nevada Naber Repulican New York Megm Karsan Marcantonio Republican of Liberty League Johnson Republican Clifornia Berstar Steiner Republtican Oregon Martin Massachusetts Boland Demofcrat Pennsylvania Enatar Couzens Republica of Michigan

Joyner Re elected Evangelist for Texas Baptists

The Rev William F Joyner was notified of re election as evangelist for the Texas Baptist convention a post he has held for seven years He has conducted more revival meetings in San Antonio than any other evangelist In 1935 seven hundred fifty nine people joined churches where he conducted meetings He will preach at the Tratty Baptist church in South San Antonio Guns fay.

Joyner Texas William F. Joyner Texas Baptist. Convention San Antonio Tratty Baptist Eaerett Bouth San Antonia

Coleman to Preach Here Sunday Evening

The Rev. Paul Coleman a University of California student who began church work at the Kinley Avenue Methodist church will return to deliver a 7 30 p m sermon Sunday evening He will bring news of the recent campaign in Memphis reflecting on his experience and ministry work

Paul Coleman University of California All- Kinley Avenue Methodist

Lancaster Returns From Youth Parley

The Rev P A Lancaster returned from the Peeples conference in Memphis Tenn and prepared to preach at Prospect Hill Methodist Church on Sunday with the sermon The New Year and Its Possibilities Miss Dorothy Jackson was elected president of the Girl Scout group and Fabator Bohepler named secretary in the accompanying notice

Ezis Deliv Fises Pudget Rew Congress Tne P. A. Lancaster Young Peeples Hig Ne-W Memphis Tenn Prospect Hill Methodist Church Aunday Maming Dorothy Jackson An Antonie Fabator Bohepler

Red-led Chou Rears Butler at American League Congress

The third annual congress of the American League Against War and Fascism opened with a 16,000-strong mass meeting at Cleveland's Public Hall. Brig. Gen. Smedley D. Butler spoke, urging concrete action against war, warning of a second world war in Europe and the Far East. A 15-member committee prepared to discuss charges that Communists are infiltrating the congress.

Annal Congress American League Against War Fascis Acas Cleveland Brig. Gee. Smedley D. Buller Remarine Europe Trey Cuyahoga County Congress of the American League Wer Fase Hsm

Price services Sunday at First Baptist Church

Funeral services for Marvin Elmer Price 48 will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday from the First Baptist Church, 1825 West Woodlawn Avenue. He was vice president of Citizens Industrial Bank and resided here 38 years, a Baylor University attendee, and a native of Gillespie County. Interment at Mission Burial Park. Survivors include wife Mamie Halbed Price, daughter Mary Louie, parents Mr and Mrs W W Price, and sister Mrs Frank Cunningham.

Marvin Elmer Price West Woodlawn Avenue Citizens Industrial Bank Price Mary Avenue High School Baylor University Gillespie County First | Baptist Church Maxons Scottien, Bute Alcatar Shrine G. Roy Angell JA. ¥. Boand Mizsion Louis Nelson E. W. Jameson T. ¥. Turner John Garidis Charley Wight Chester Rice Mamie Halbed Price Mary Louie Price Res Www H Price Frank Cunningham

City News Adwhat Hat Concerts and Dances This Week

Community notices list events including a Saturday dance at Oak Grove and a Sunday program by Emma Conning's Old Fashioned Orchestra. There are also ads for Centennial dance at 115 Nacogidosheg and recurring Saturday dances by The Pals and Clauss Orchestra in Madbergh park.

Oak Grove Sun Jan Nacogidosheg Emma Conning

Italy renews AVR raids in Ethiopia war reports

Addis Ababa January 4 Ethiopian officials said Italian planes heavily bombarded the region south of Merels in the first general Ethiopian offensive. Three persons were killed and 15 wounded as 2006 bombs were dropped on areas housing Emperor Haile Selassie’s allies estimated at 400,000. Rumors circulated that heavy bombing targeted Addis Ababa while plans to seize private Italian property were noted in retaliation for wartime actions.

Associated Prom Addis Ababa Merels Frost Kun Eector Haile Selassie Ethiopia Hevar Ithionia Addis Ababa Ethionts Rihfopta Vaiue

Rome Announces Plane Loss in Ethiopian War Front

An official communique reports Italy lost its fourth plane in flames yesterday over the Caf ta region. The crew included two officers an observer and a men commissioned to plot were killed.

Wom Cafta

Denial of new trial in Kahn alienation case

Judge B C Tayloe denied a motion for a new trial in the case of Mire Lilyan Jardine Kahn seeking damages for alleged alienation of affections against Atis Emma Grothaus. The 40 000 claim stems from Miss Grothaus allegedly breaking up Mrs Kahn's home while Dr L B Eshn Kahn opposed the verdict.

B. Ch. Tayloe Farte District Court Mire Lilyan Jardine Kahn Atis Emma Grothaus Kahn LB. Eshn Ben Antonio Aued Miss Grothaus Priday Afternoon Dr. Kahn Tayloe Ince Taylor Plainiltt Fourth Court of Clr Appeals

Dr Angell Returns to pulpit after Birmingham conference

Dr C Rey Angell, pastor of the First Baptist church, has returned from the Fourth Southwide Baptist Training Union conference in Birmingham Alabama and will occupy his pulpit Sunday at 11:40 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Angell Backah Birmingham C. Rey Angell First Baptist Church Ala

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