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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1932
Page
18
The column by Arthur Brisbane outlines heated views on car taxes and Prohibition era policies. It notes the impact on automakers and workers, Wall Street fluctuations, Germany's reparations, and Japanese expansion in Manchuria, with strong opinions on U S policy and trade.
A Senate inquiry is announced into a Hawaii child kidnapping and murder case. Details describe Marion McKean’s disappearance on December 17 and a confession from shoemaker George Shoemaker, with investigators tracing a severe pattern of abuse and alleged forced confinement.
Forecasts indicate mostly cloudy conditions with a mild Monday. Expect temperatures around 4 degrees then and near 2 degrees on Teeway with light to moderate winds from the east. Some lingering mist and occasional drizzle possible. no major storms anticipated.
London censors announced new measures to shorten intimate or explicit moments in films. The policy targets unduly suggestive content and will require producers and distributors to comply by May.
Martial law declared in Santiago after five bombs explode. one likely fatally wounds the wife of Dr. Tiasant Stonger, prosecuting attorney of Orienta Province Amienein cent. Demonstrations erupt as students and workers clash. multiple small blasts deterred in Master Gity of Julio Antonia Mellin.
Cloudy skies and a sharp temperature drop are forecast for San Antonio and surrounding areas Monday and Tuesday. Lows fall to near 60s, with highs slipping into the 70s as an unsettled pattern, including possible showers, develops across West Texas and the region.
In Ban Salvador Republic of Salvalor Tam 1th an 80 percent wage reduction for all public workers was announced today. The move follows a period of unrest as authorities crack down on labor and protests amid rising prices and economic strain.
A fragment reports large movements of people returning to Mexico linked to unnamed events. The garbled text mentions a plan or result involving 200,000 individuals and references individuals or groups with unclear roles.
Chicago authorities credit police radio with aiding the capture of thousands of criminals during 1931. The system helped coordinate rapid responses and disseminate information across precincts, contributing to a notable drop in crime and rapid appre hensions throughout the year.
During testimony before the Senate finance committee, former American attaché in Lima Peru, Townsend, defended his diplomatic actions while detailing inebriated or misleading financial reports. Dennis, a former officer with American temple patrons, tied the Peruvian bond market to deflation and warned that Bolivian and Peruvian finances were chaotic. He alleged American hawkers pressed risky bonds to fund Latin loans, and he named figures involved in military and reparations financing as participants in questionable dealings, while reporting large sums tied to Peru and Junin.
The Japanese government proposes four points for reparations and disciplinary actions linked to civilian deaths and military misconduct. It calls for punishment of a Major General and key military police figures, while outlining consequences already imposed on some officers and officials. The statements reference consulates and investigations, with blame aimed at military leadership and allied authorities.
Naples January 11 A dramatic security scare as three packages believed to contain bombs were seized from a steamer. The intended recipients included Il Duce and the Italian king, with one package addressed to the premier. Passengers were evacuated and a special police detail supervised inspections and loading.
Washington report indicates Hartman received a favorable committee report on the nomination of Martin to be United States Senator for the Western district. The panel conditioned support on approval by several senators, with a coalition tied to regional interests and leadership figures.
On the Senate floor a heated exchange over a Brookhart probe and press rights unexpectedly erupted. Officials warned of an intensive investigation if opposition to the inquiry continued, amid claims of improper influence and veiled threats.
An unreadable OCR fragment presents mixed digits, names, and place fragments. It mentions sums like 935 and 70 amounts, locations such as Salt Lake and Covina, plus generic terms and stray terms, offering no coherent event or report to summarize.
Fragmentary report describes armed measures during strikes in Santiago with gun mounts on streets and patrols visible. Names and precise details are unclear due to damaged text, but mentions authorities deploying weapons to quell unrest amid street protests.
The Secretary heard arguments today in California over oil penalties. Lessees urged the penalty rate to align with the posted price, seeking a reduction to about 72.50 per barrel. Proponents argued the base should reflect market conditions and royalty terms.
Weather report notes heavy precipitation in Kenedy for the year 1931 with high rainfall levels. Mentions unreliability of details due to damaged text but highlights significant rainfall in the region and potential impact on local conditions and agriculture. Multiple garbled phrases reference nearby areas and stations, reflecting OCR issues.
The senate directs Attorney General Mitchell to investigate conditions in Hamet, with a regulatory committee led by Chairman Bingham approving the inquiry without debate. The resolution seeks a report on enforcement of criminal laws by police and whether charges exist in governing statutes. Navy disturbances and calls for fuller examination of naval officials are also touched upon as lawmakers focus on accountability and administrative actions.
Ruth Judd to stand trial on January 19 in a high profile case involving charged accomplices and alleged disposal of bodies. Report notes the defendants linked to the Los Angeles shipment and a dramatic court appearance amid intense media attention.
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