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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1931

Page

5

National Furniture Warehousemen Meet In San Antonio

Visitors from across the United States and Canada will attend the National Furniture Warehousemen's Association convention at the Gunter hotel January 10 to 25. An elaborate entertainment program includes a luncheon, theatre party, masque ball, and trips to local clubs and Mexico. Delegates from the organization will be hosted by San Antonio officers and city leaders, with a full slate of national officers and directors listed.

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Liquor Agents Told to Shoot First War on Liquor

Government enforcement officers prepared to expand operations in rural districts to curb bootlegging. undercover operatives report heightened activity as agents plan aggressive raids, including in remote areas, amid prohibition era efforts.

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Texas Oil Boom Town Kilgore Emerges With Hotel Plan

Kilgore Texas sees rapid growth as Rogers Lacy fails to set a contract for a modern three story brick hotel with 40 rooms. Once a tiny settlement, Kilgore now hosts about 1000 residents in a booming oil town.

Texas Kilgore Rogers Lacy

Battersby Hosts Employees Dinner at Cauthorn Café

George F L Battersby manager of JTormel and Company Packers honors employees with a Saturday evening banquet in San Antonio territory at the Cauthorn Café.

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David Bigelow Struck by Auto in City Accident

David Bigelow, 70, of 2912 South Floces Street, was struck by an automobile at Avenue Fe and Monintrest and treated at Green Hospital on Saturday night.

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Optometrist Ad Claims Vision Alarms Over Glasses

Dr J J Osborn discusses eye discomfort from imperfectly shaped lenses and axis errors. He notes constant muscle strain causes irritation and progressive vision loss despite tint changes, urging readers to seek comfort through proper correction.

Moore Viziany Grovwtha

Milstead Named Head of San Antonio Police Identification Bureau

A. Milstead, head of the San Antonio police identification bureau, Saturday was appointed Veatonint of police, a new title in the department. Chief Owen Killby announced after a conference with Vallee and Fire Commissioner Kis Weight. Milstead, previously confined at home by illness, had joined the force on a motorcycle patrolman in 1931.

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S A Woman Charged In Baby's Death

A South American woman named Mildred Tolmson was charged with murder after a baby boy’s body was found in a trash bin days earlier. Investigators say she gave birth on January 3 and disposed of the infant. coroner ruled death natural birth.

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Oklahoma Paroles Granted by Governor Holloway

Executive clemency actions released today show Governor Holloway approved 18 paroles. Over the last two weeks 202 paroles have been granted as the governor’s term nears its March 192? end. the governor-elect is W. L. Murals known as Alfalfa Dik.

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Detectives Raid Two Gambling Busts on City Streets

Investigators raided a barber shop and pool hall on West Commerce Street and a hacker shop on West Klous Ton Street, taking suspects into custody. They detained several men on gaming charges at the headquarters, with arrests tied to alleged gambling activity.

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Policeman Kills Bandit in Arkansas Night Shooting

An unidentified bandit was killed by Patrolman Lester Herardson near a restaurant after the bandit refused to surrender. The incident occurred tonight as the officer passed the scene and fired in defense of himself and the public.

Act Arkansas Kan Jan INS Algin Lester Herardson

Theft at Dime Bank Reported and Home Burglaries

A report from Thiers notes a break in at Dr Ent Merrick's home on Vurr drive with a dime bank containing BI stolen. A large overcoat two cameras and a pistol were also taken. F Nayol of Davis Bond reports clothing stolen from a parked car.

Ent Merrick Nayol Davis Bond

Sojourners Endorse Foreign Policy Against Entanglements

At their national convention, Sojourners adopt a resolution opposing foreign alliances and entanglements. They favor building a strong national defense and reject the League of Nations and the World Court as threats to sovereignty.

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Army Orders (Universal Service) listings at Washington DC

An article lists numerous Army personnel transfers and postings to Fort Sam Houston and other posts, naming officers and units in scattered assignments. It notes hospitals, Philppines, Port Miesdul, and Forts, with many U.S. Army locations and personnel changes. A separate note mentions a magazine piece about a "paper match" lipstick in today's San Antonio paper.

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Canyon Bank Robbery Stuns Texas Town

In Canyon Texas Panhandle authorities seek bold bank bandits who held multiple people prisoner at the First National Bank and absconded with about $13 379.60 in currency. The escape route and car type remain uncertain as investigators search surrounding roads.

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Soviet bans American cotton for 1981 import year

Moscow announces no import of American cotton in 1981. The Soviet Textile Union will meet demand with Soviet grown cotton, boosting Turkestan cotton acreage under the five year plan to compensate for the ban.

Moscow Russia All Union Ernst Tully Turkestan

Funeral Service for F. Schachzer Set for Monday

Ferdinand Schaezler 61 of 1204 Grayson street died Saturday night after a long illness. Funeral services will be at Varibe em undertakers with burial in Uyibins cemetery. Survived by three children, a sister and a brother, and years in the local grocery business. He was born in San Antonio and lived here all his life. member of the Knights of Pythias.

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Oklahoma Town Is Without Banks

Tillman County bank and the Hume State bank failed to open for business terms leaving Grandfield without banking facilities in January news.

Oklahoma Grandfield Okla Tillman Cony Bank Hume State Bank

Pope's encyclical prompts Anglican responses in Britain

Unclear Vatican document discussed at Lambeth Palace with Archbishop of Canterbury Gordon Taylor noting the encyclical may target all Catholic churches in Britain rather than specific Anglican aims. Westminster official uncertain on direct target, signaling broader Catholic guidance for local churches amid Lanthutl conference decisions. The piece ends by touting a misc classifieds sale line about office and yard miscellaneans.

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Home Seekers Brought to Valley by Ford Planes

Ford planes bring more home seekers to the valley as officials note potential for expanding air transport. A recent flight carried another group from Cincinnati aboard the Qinne ship, signaling feasibility of using aviation to relocate workers.

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Pipe Line Head in Receivership Suit Sparks City Controversy

A receivership suit filed in the US District Court in Cincinnati involves the Missouri Pipe Line Company. Stockholders allege mismanagement and seek court action to protect their interests amid unrest over control and finances.

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City Audit Report Soon Expected by Mayor Chambers

Report notes auditors serving city since 192d expect final findings by February 1. Completion depends on printing and access to key parties. Classified notices may connect readers to those involved.

C. M. Chammbers Whursting

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