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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1931

Page

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First air squadron crosses Atlantic voyage praised

The report highlights General Italo Balbo leading the first scheduled air squadron across the Atlantic from Mealy by Mussolini’s regime. It notes a historic feat, with coverage of fascist praise and references to the Volkish Beobachter and American reactions. It mentions U.S. economic debates and public works programs as context.

Italy Muscollus Atlantic Ocean Mealy Alussolini Italo Balbo Mussolini Atlantic Adamo

Millionaire Bergdoll Reported Back From Germany

Philadelphia's famed draft dodger Grover Cleveland Bergdoll was said to have paid to retire in Germany and returned to New York aboard the Marmaid. He traveled to Philadelphia last night amid unverified reports and guarded family status. Federal and local authorities said they have no confirmation of the arrangements and are investigating.

Philadelphia Grover Cleveland Bergdoll Germany New York Malegtic Omme Bergdoll America Weinsberg

Bergdoll's Return Doubt Fueled by German Search

Officials doubted the arrest of the notorious slacker Derydoll Bergdoll after a tip placed him aboard the SS Majesticy. A Department of Justice inquiry in Nevild and efforts by Agent teams failed to locate him upon arrival, with officials believing he may still be in Germany.

Mnvun Jane T INS Departeent of Justice Af Nevild Txlay Uraver Cleveland Gergiall Germany SS. Majesticy Derydoll

Presbyterian Body Backs Prohibition

The Presbyterian Board of Christian Education reaffirmed support for prohibition at its meeting, urging continued enforcement and suggesting government action to promote the end of liquor. The statement reflects the church’s long standing temperance stance.

Pinladelpna Presbyterian Bonks of Christian Education Han Presbyterian Church Haa

Guatemala Junta to Be Recognized by U S State Dept

The State Department today directed the American legation in Guatemala City to recognize the provisional government of President Andrátté. The move formalizes U S recognition of the new authorities after the junta seized control.

Guatemala Washington, D.C Dan State Department Guatemala City Westend Drevident Andratte

Britain Sheltered by Fog and Frost Across Isles

Fog and frost halt British shipping and land transport across Britain and Ireland. Impassable routes disrupt ports, rail lines, and roads as authorities warn of continued wintry conditions through the week.

Britain London Iréland

Trade Wind Arrives in Bermuda In Striking Landing

The Tradewind monoplace arrived at 1 55 in Hamilton Bermuda aboard a graceful white ship carrying Mia Dery Bayt and others. In Hampton Roads the deck white monoplane piloted by a young flyer and her instructor took off at dusk for Paris via Hermida and the Ares. MacLaren and Hart joined the flight, hoping Indy luck would favor the attempt. The craft circled the naval air station briefly before heading across the Atlantic amid clear weather.

Hampton Roads Naval Ault Station Jan Hermida Paris Bory Hart William S. MacHaren Bams Maclaren Naval Air Station Atlantic

Mexico Aroused by Ashurst Plan

The Ashurst proposal to sell Lower California to the United States drew strong unfavorable reaction in Mexico. Seantar Ashurat of Arizona suggested the plan, prompting widespread discussion and concern across Mexican officials and citizens.

Mexico Ashurst Mprtco Cmay Seantar Ashurat Arizona United States California

Judge Sentences Hungry Man to 3 Squares a Day

A New York man named Frank Hellly, 20, told Judge Frank M. Padden he would endure jail for a single hearty meal. The judge ordered him to three square meals daily as punishment for his conduct at a Chicago eating house, where he reportedly threatened the proprietor and demanded sustenance.

Hungry Man Ulm Frank Hellly New York Frank M. Padden Walter Reilly

Final Rites Held for Joffre in Paris

Paris marked Marshal Joseph Joffre with a national funeral after decades of service. Representatives from governments worldwide attended a solemn Notre Dame service followed by a grand procession to the Invalides. The nation observed a period of mourning as the hero of the Marne was laid to rest in a special vault.

Paris Inn France Marshal Joseph Jacques Cusaire Fottra Pyrenees Marne Notre Dame Mack Roffin Massens Sorciere Madame Doffre Tle Notre Dame Juneie Gugy Argume Iwativon Flng Bonuwing Stej Joffre Faimily Douwerguy Chainter Sébute Churen Eltr Yaris Cathedral of Notre Dame Mindard Allence Sea Invalides Togo

Weather Forecast for Texas and Adjacent Areas

Partly cloudy and colder Wednesday with near 30 degrees. Thursday temperatures around 0 degrees with light winds turning northerly late Wednesday into Thursday morning. Expect similar conditions across eastern areas with brisk winds and continuing cold throughout the region.

Texas Taln Hlitsehanse Thorsdar

Spirits and alimony saga in Chicago court

In Chicago on January 1, Mrs. David Herz seeks alimony amid a domestic dispute. Her attorney accuses the husband of violence while he claims she is intoxicated. The judge weighs the claim as the drama unfolds with threats of spirits and legal consequences.

Chicago David Herz Dudgemewis Hertz Herts Akeil Heinz Jae

Hoover committee estimates four to five million unemployed

Chairman Woods of the Hoover committee on employment stated before appropriations that unemployment ranges from four to five million. He warned the situation would worsen before spring, noting excessive unemployment and slow improvement. He cited a pending special census midmonth to reveal the worst, and said plans exist to aid localities with emergency machinery.

Washington, D. C Woods Hoover Committee On Employment Scame Woolf Bia

Light Norther to Strike 8, A with Ten Degree Drop

A light Norther is forecast to sweep through 8, A with a drop of about ten degrees and a shift from southerly to northerly winds. Wednesday night will see temperatures around 41 degrees and Thursday’s high near 60. The weather bureau by L0. Jarboe notes partly cloudy skies and no rain for San Antonio, despite reports elsewhere in the state. the mercury stayed above 50 degrees Tuesday night.

Jarboe Weather Bureau San Antonio

Train Victim's Body Will Be Sent Home

The body of John J. Owens, 24, recently honorably discharged from the army, who was killed after being struck by a train at Fulshear, Texas, will be forwarded to his home in Atlala. The report notes the soldier’s status and the standard arrangements following the accident.

Winston John FR. Owens Fulshear Toras Atlala

Wickersham Law Group in Recess

Washington D C reporting that the Wickersham Law Enforcement Commission recessed unexpectedly today as of January 14, with no further details provided on actions or consequences.

Wickersham Law Group Washington, D. C Wickersham Law Enforcement Commission

Long running school superintendency fight reversed

The Fourth Court of Civil Appeals overturned a lower court ruling in the Long Angeles Heights School case. Whitehead had claimed the superintendent post since May 1920, contesting board elections and state board reversals. The case returns to the Seventy third District Court for hearings.

Lebel Low Angelen Heights Fourth Court of Civil Appeals Seventy-third District Court B. B.J. Whitehead Fukeler Whitehead State Board of Education Marrs Whittehead

Bank cashier sentenced for embezzlement in Kansas district court

W J Thodgers former cashier of the Mefunct Mineral Kansas State Bank pleaded guilty to embezzlement of two county funds today in district court and was sentenced to three to fifty years in the penitentiary on each count, the terms to be served consecutively.

Columbus Kans W. J. Thodgers State Bank Totay

Omaha Man Seeks Missing Son Here

An Omaha man searches for his missing son who reportedly lived in the area about two years ago. A letter from James A. Davis indicates the boy was present and the father seeks contact, with details conveyed through a postmaster and local notices.

Omaha Can Woinesday James A. Davis Omah Bir

Two Women Champions Chase Higher Flight Mark

LOS ANGELES Jan. T-(INS) Bobby Trout and Edna May Cooper extended endurance flight beyond the previous record by over 18 hours. Circling the Municipal airport, they logged 61 hours at 5:50 a.m. Central, with favorable weather as they press toward landing.

Los Andrles Jan. T INS Bobby Trout Edna May Cooper

Cox Faces Mail Fraud Trial Involving Oil Work

E. J. Cox and Roger D. Mooney stand before the federal court on mail fraud charges connected to alleged oil development activities in 1927. Cox previously served time for a 1923 conviction and eight-year sentence at Leavenworth.

E. J. Cox Frederick Conk Syas Leavenworth Todog Roger D. Mooney Tri

Noted Canadian Surgeon Buried

Funeral services today for Col. KF McKelvey Bell a 52 year old prominent surgeon who died here. He hailed from Kingston Ontario and organized the first Canadian hospital in France during World War I.

New York Jane Fis KF. McKelvey Bell Yeatering Teli Onlise Kingston Ont France

Loans to Build Four Ships Authorized by Shipping Board

Washington March 3 The Shipping Board today announced loans totaling 19 285 084 to the Grace Steamship Company of New York and its subsidiary the Panama Mail Line of San Francisco for construction of four vessels.

Washington, A Tan T— CP The Shipping Board Jenna Grace Steamship Company New York City Panama Mail Line San Francisco

Juvenile William Tell Gets Police Attention

In Marion Indiana a boy named B L Pierce shot tin cans off heads of playmates, prompting police action after his mother reported his exploits. Officers retrieved two .22 caliber rifles but released the youth with admonitions about reckless shooting.

Marion Ind William Tell B. L. Pierce Franklin W Wright

Wright Defends Plan for D Bans in Civil Service Amendment

Phil Wright vows to defend the civil service amendment and fight its adoption and potential injunction to block the January 27 election. He says no political use of firemen or policemen will occur and that he will run for re election based on his 41 years in service. The scene at City Hall includes Oscar Powell and City Attorney Cobbs Jr amid plans for a injunction and continued opposition.

Civil Service Roombera Citizens Tengre Adornesa Phil Wright Wright Bhia City Attor T. D. Cobbs Jr Oscar Powell Cobbs Powell Dobbs 0. M. Chambers Tan

Classified Ad Patterings Offer New Classes and Stock Exchange

News in the Want Ads describes new class ideas for top earners taught by various pros each week. It also mentions a wanted woman with magazine adlink experience, a $7000 stock of dry goods offered in exchange for home or property, and a 4 room house on Peck Avenue among hundreds of daily opportunities in the Classified Bee.

Adlink Ptmaster Peck Avenu

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