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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1931

Page

6

Robbery tightens Hollywood underworld fears after star couple loss

In New York and Hollywood a spate of kidnappings and jewel thefts disrupts film circles. Lita Grey and Georges Carpentier report a $14 000 jewel theft during an apparent kidnap attempt amid a wave of gunpoint robberies tied to underworld threats. Police hunt suspects as guards protect stars and studios across a city on edge.

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Fourth Trip to Altar Kidnaps and Robs Victim

Police report a fourth trip to altar involved kidnapping and robbery of Mic Chaplin. Wes and other suspects were identified in rogues gallery photos as officers reviewed the case at headquarters. A hint of misdirection appears in unrelated classified notices about real estate and room and board.

Mic Chaplin Frenchy Bozer Wes Bira Chaplin Carpentier Police

Death Plot Ties Lingle to Chicago Stadium Conspiracy

The inner gang of mobsters planned to open a dog track at a Chicago stadium with a racing corporation. Lingle, a newspaper man, guaranteed access for day racing while others including Moran Kaufman and Zuto faced money advances and legal actions. The Supreme Court ruled dog racing illegal after a legislative change about horse racing. Lingle struggled to return a $25,000 advance, borrowings followed, and Sheridan Wave Club planned to reopen a gambling house with a $15,000 stake.

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Cascarets Offer Quick Relief for Sluggish Bowels

An old advertising piece touts Cascarets as a palatable cascara remedy that strengthens bowel muscles and relieves constipation. It promises no griping or discomfort, claims cleansing of both bowels, improved breath, and brighter eyes, urging readers to try one tonight.

Highways and work programs proposed to aid unemployment

An article argues for employment relief through road and highway building to employ farmers and the unemployed. It highlights using country roads to feed and connect farms to great concrete highways, while noting the need for work beyond bricklaying. It also references Italy's formation flight disaster and honors the surviving crew.

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Man Knifes Two On Bus After Desert Quest

An attack aboard a bus left driver Cook with a neck slash and two others injured as Garland produced a knife after a dispute. Police subdued him and turned the suspect over to San Antonio authorities. Adcock and a hospital patient from Kelly Field were also treated after the incident.

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Nightclub raid and murder plot linked in Brooklyn case

Reports describe a $15,000 raid on a club after unpaid dues, with Pasquale Tardi and George W. involved in a complex plot to force a shooting. An undercover operation traces a long chain of names including Kaulman, Rathbun, and Leathers across cities as investigators pursue the would‑be killer amid cabaret talk and war revenue ties.

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Wayne Munn Remembered As Glowing Athletic Figure

The late Wayne Munn, former world heavyweight boxing champion and Missouri Valley standout at the University of Nebraska, is described by his widow as a gallant fighter whose health declined after a brief pro boxing run. He later pursued wrestling before health issues worsened. The Nebraska native, 35, born in Colby Kansas, died after a long illness, with services planned in Exeter Nebraska and burial in Fairbury.

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Not there Baceriog Sevigny Me tari Finally Beethern

An unclear report describes an undercover man living with a brother and friends for weeks. The text claims bragging about a killing and a ransom offer, with mentions of responses by officials and a suspected strategy related to a forthcoming election week.

Baceriog Sevigny Metari Beethern Brotherw Brothers Lingle Reathers Ray

Clean Intestines Promise Poised Health Remedy

A 19th century style ad touts Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle, effective laxative to cleanse the bowels overnight. It claims removal of toxins from sour waste, restoring energy and health with a pleasant tasting formula backed by forty seven years of experience.

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