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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1936

Page

3

Wallace outlines new farm plan to aid farmers in Congress

In Washington Jai 10 1933 Secretary Wallace presented a proposal to use 56 000 000 surplus acres to support farmers and consumers. He told about 106 agricultural leaders that a defined program is possible though he offered no detailed method. Delegates discussed soil conservation and a domestic payment plan while urging immediate action and a stronger welfare focus than the prior AAA. William Bethel of Indiana was named temporary chairman for the discussions.

Washington, D.C Wallace AAA Mier Agriculture Department Walare Hoster C. Davis William Betelle Indiana Farmers National Grem Corpora BOR

Badoglio Seeks 80,000 Reinforcements in Africa

Dispatches report Italian General Pietro Badoglio, commander of all Italian forces in Africa, is asking for reinforcements of 58,908 men. The appeal is reported by the Daily Telegraph as current in Paris.

Badoglio Ondon Jen Merahal Pietro Badoglis Africa The Daily Telegraph

Texan seeks help to seize Mexican embezzlers in Fort Worth

Webb County sheriff Joe C. Martin asked the Texas safety department for aid in capturing Fidel Pax Garza and Al iberto Pineyra. They allegedly embezzled 900 dollars from the customs agency of Mexico and were released on bonds of 12000 each in Fort Worth before Webb County officers arrived.

Nuevo Laredo Mexico Garza Pineyta

Local aviation group edges toward San Antonio chapter

S A Aeronautics men plan a meeting at Old South cafe this Monday to form a local Ka onal Aeronautic association chapter. Dr John B Gleckner notes the air chamber idea and invites Jack Beretta and others as interested men attend, recalling a former San Antonio chapter that faded.

S. A. Aeronautics Mien Kaonal Aeronautic Assclation Old South Cafe Jono B. Gleckner National Aeronautic Association Air Chamber of Commerce of Gleckner

San Antonio Production Credit holds annual meeting

The San Antonio Production Credit association meeting for farmers from eight counties took place at the Bexar county courthouse on Friday. A board of directors was to be elected that afternoon. Speakers included Nat W. Jones J Bouston, state association field rep, Dr Virgil P Lee, LT Vivian from Live Oak County, and PF A Carrico, secretary of the local association.

The San Antonio Nat W. Jones J . Bouston State Association Virgil P. Lee Vivian Live Oak County PF. A. Carrico San Antomio Association Pay

Eagles to Greet Large New Class

A large class of candidates will be initiated into the local Fraternal Order of Eagles at Eagles hall next Thursday night to honor Grorge Nordlin of Bt. Faul Minnesota national president. Nordlin, a former state senator, tours lodges nationwide and helped draft social securities act legislation. Paul B. Steffler will chair the welcoming committee with Willem T. Sonter, Gerald Brallel, Willian T. Mocty, and Fred A. Heubaum, all past local presidents, on the committee.

Order of Eagles Eagles Hall Grorge Nordlin Bt. Faul Mins Nordin United States Fogles Paul B. Steffler The San Antonio Aerie Wordlin Willem T. Sonter Gerald Brallel Willian T. Mocty Fred A. Heubaum

Court Upheld Amended Frazier Lemke Mortgage Act

Louisville January 16 Federal District Judge Phyaod Hamilton upheld the amended Frazier Lemke farm mortgage moratorium act as not essentially different from Minnesota’s moratorium law which the Supreme Court had sustained. The original act was struck down last May by the high court which had reversed Judge Dawson. The measure was amended by Congress to address objections raised.

Louisville Federal District Phyaod Hamilton Minnesota Supreme Court Hamilton Charles I. Dawson Congress

Woman links pair to Barker Karpis gang in kidnap case

Edna Murrey testified in the Edward G. mer kidnap conspiracy trial that Barker Karpis gang links surfaced in federal records. Witness Gay testified that Harry Sawyer of St Paul and William Weaver, an alleged gang member, met with leaders before the kidnapping. Cassius McDonald also on trial.

Bremer Paul Barker-Karpis Edward G.mer Federsl Courb Edna Rabbits Murrey Yester Gay Harry Sawyer Cassius McToinald Detroit Fot Sawyer

Fiesta Board Plans Activities for 1936 San Jacinto Fiesta

Fiesta Board members will meet Wednesday at noon at the Gunter hotel to discuss plans for the 1936 San Jacinto Fiesta. President P G Linas announced the advisory meeting and noted talks include funding a private subscription shaft and a portrait of Col William Barrett Travis by an Antonian artist.

Fiesta Board Fieste de San Jacinto Association Gunter Hotel PG. Linas Antonio Willian Berrett Travis

Identified Shreveport Girl Die by Own Action

Galveston woman Ollie Williams died by suicide on December 24 in a case announced by the justice of the peace and Shreveport authorities. The deceased was identified as Jean Ellis, also known as Shirley Fills and Sailee Mason, with relatives sought for location. Authorities listed the county and city as involved with the case.

Shreveport Ollie Williams Galveston Naz Bret Identi Ieay Jean Ellis Dustice the & Ral Corrigan

Excerpt mentions actor Eric Thodes and multilingual dialogue

The fragment references Eric Thodes known for the comedy Don't Bet on Love. It notes his prominence, languages French Italian Spanish and German, and hints at adwriter details in a tight classified ad.

Eric Thodes

Widow of U S diplomat dies in Paris hospital

Louise Bryant widow of the American Communist and former wife of William C. Bullitt dies in Laennec hospital Paris from heart disease. Bryant, an author on sociological and medical topics, traveled with Reed in Russia in 1920 when he died. Reed wrote the story of the 1917 Russian Revolution and appeared with Bryant before a Senate committee on communism.

Paris Lowise Brant Joan Reed William C. Bullity Soviet Pissia Ihe Laenneck Hospital Miss Bryant United States Miss Sryant Reed Russia United States Senate America Bullitt Rome Anne

Services Set for Mrs. Johanna Zork

Funeral services for Mrs. Johanna Zork 72 will be held at Porter Loring chapel at 2 p.m. Sunday conducted by Rev. Sam Capers. Burial follows in Alamo Masonite cemetery. A native of New Braunfels she lived in San Antonio for 65 years. Survived by three sisters Mrs. Emelia Rose of El Paso Mrs. S V Betters Sr of San Antonio and Mrs Jessie Beeson of Chickasha Okla and three brothers Uhbrie H Charles and Edward Risene of Bag Antonio.

Do“Hatina Bleche Zork Porter

Funds Sought for German Monument in New Braunfels

The Texas Centennial committee of German societies in Texas announced by G F Neuhauser that funds are being raised for a monument in New Braunfels to honor German pioneers. The dedication is planned for this year with 66 organizations and 1001 Americans of German descent supporting the effort, and is expected to be the largest German celebration in the area.

New Braunfels Texas G. F. Neuhauser Sninitier Neuhauser Snnkh Texan Neuthauurer

Pagoda Idea Spurs Chinese Youth Warmmind Message

Fagona Parada notes that pagodas are linked to Buddhism and discourage fighting. Bob modern Ching builds pagodas to glorify deeds of heroes and inspire young Chinese to be warminded. The piece links religious symbols to youth conduct and national pride.

Fagona Parada Bob Modern Ching

City News brief from Macdona Bat Night by Duke Wright

A terse city news item from Macdona reports events late at night with byline credit to Duke Wright and notes on the tan area. The fragment hints at local happenings and a belated street or city alert without full details.

Macdona Bat Duke Wright Hte Tan Ola

Ethiopian government reports clash on Web river front

Ethiopian officials announce that an Italian force and hundreds of Italian Somalis were killed in a premier clash along the Web river. Dedfann Beyene Merrill’s troops repelled the attack near Kerella, six Italian tanks captured. Ras Desta Demtu later claimed 43,000 Italian forces attempted to invade the Rift valley but Ethiopians burned back the advance in the Dolo region.

Addis Ababa Jah Web Dedfanmaten Beyene Merrd Kerella Ras Desta Demtu Experor Halle Selassie African Rift Valley Dolo

Italy Sends More Men to Africa

Rome reports 109 fresh Italian troops join East Africa expeditionary forces with 1152 mountain troops and 37 officers from Naples. Earlier 4000 Alpine troops and 2500 Alpine artillerymen sailed, nearing Ethiopie. Haile Selassie denies gas use. aviation reconnoitered Amba Avadam as enemy concentrations persisted.

Rome Italy Lom East Africa Naples Ethiopie Haile Selassie League of Nations Red Cross Amba Avadam

British Fight Off Mock Enemy Attack Over Alexandria

The mock raid simulating an Italian assault on Alexandria tested the harbor defenses as anti-aircraft guns blasted at incoming planes. Ships from the British home fleet joined the defense while residents feared a real strike.

Alexandria Sgype van. 1U INS Secores Italy Mediterranean Ior

Wilt Never Come Again Have It Wire Snapshots

Fragmentary OCR text discusses intimate Snapshots titled Wilt Never Come Again Have It, noting personal content and public interest. Mentions changing times, beeping devices, and keeping snapshots for frequent viewing. Appears to reflect on artifacts that reveal private moments and evolving tech.

Fragmentary Note on Film Royalty and Prices

A garbled OCR style fragment mentions film royalty, prices, and a person’s experience. It references Sime and a child, with unclear relationships or concrete actions. No clear event, date, or location can be confirmed from the readable text.

Valley oil oiling a new era in motor lubricants

Jun 11 Philadelphia report reveals Valley oil, a fusion of petroleum and phosphoric acid, devised by Dr T G Delbridge of Atlantic Refining. It claims 15 000 psi bearing, triple average, and tests show six low priced stock cars lasting 100 000 miles with near new car condition. Potential US repair cost savings reach 50 000 000 dollars.

Philadelphia T. G. Deitridge Atlantic Refining Company Delbridge United States

Crosby’s youthful voyage ends at dinner on ship

Deserised sailing life tale recalls Bing Crosby fleeing Spokane home to run away at sea. hunger struck as night fell and he returned to dinner aboard an ocean liner in Par amount’s Anything roes.

Deseris Bing Crosby Paramount Anything Roes Spokane Wash Bub

Multilingual Push for Jan Kiepura Recordings

The article notes that a fourth language was added to Jan Kiepura’s songs for Give Us This Night. Tecebliy recorded bio numbers in Tralian. Kiepura’s songs will also be produced in English Sranith and Branch to reach a world audience.

Jan Kiepure Tecebliy Kiepura

Colbert Fans Rush For Autographs at Paramount Event

Claudette Colbert greets fans with warm admiration during a Paramount appearance. Bow as Pred MacMurray stars in The Bride Comes Home, drawing flattering tributes from attendees.

Colbert Claudette Colbert Paramount Bow Pred MacMurray Bride

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