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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1932

Page

9

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Austen January records report San Antonio Public Service Company facing charter forfeiture proceedings in Cravis county district court. Demurrers challenge seven counts and testimony focuses on A Wheeler, whose name anchors the case as the petition seeks to revoke the company charter over alleged violations involving power and light services.

Austen Te San Ane Donio Public Service Company Cravis En A. Wheeler Cass Arith Power, Light Neilili Alreee Alls

Foreclosure Delayed as Buffalo Plan Sought

Fort Worth report notes postponement of a mortgage foreclosure on a buffalo herd at the late Col. Charles C. Gised ranch in Wichita Falls. Maj. Gen. John A. Bolen heads a committee seeking funds to purchase and preserve the bison herd, with several plans under consideration. Extension could give time to push proposals into action.

Fort Worth Wichita Falls Charles C John A. Bolen

Panhandle Wheat to Get Quick Test

Panhandle farmers will run a rapid protein content test on the 1982 wheat crop after the harvest. A trade post line established here will enable AM to complete tests within hours, with the test being accepted by markets through the region.

Amarillo Panhandle Titouzhour Berion

Economy Program Planned by Pecos City Officials

Pecos officials announced an economy program for the coming year with operating expenses to be at least 5k less than the past year. Mayor M. Rezou said the cut comes from consolidating activities but without eliminating any major city services. A renewal of $20,000 in bonded levies was effected during the past year.

Pecos Pecos Jan. W Els Prcos KM. Rezou Lero

Wool stock held in Texas dwindles as 1931 closes

Only 100,000 pounds of wool remain in Texas at closing of 1931. L Schwartz and Company of Uvalde hold the stock amid dealer cooperation news. Reports say sales were better than last year with much wool moved into bullion.

Texas Ban Angelg Jan. A L. Schwartz and Company al Uvalde Cunbumpin

Citizenship for World War Vets Sought

Congress likely to approve measures easing naturalization for veterans who served in the World War. District directors indicate broader eligibility and faster processing may follow, tying veterans’ service to citizenship rights and benefits.

Congress F. Eee

French World War Secretary Buried in Veil of War

A fragmentary report notes wartime secretary Tote fdre Masirol, missing context, reportedly buried near his naval post as World War events unfold. The garbled text references a burial amid ongoing military actions and mentions Tlevagny and Vranet with unclear connections to the event.

Tlevagny Vranet Sea Tote Fdre Masirol Lo Aeelar Eomils

Waterworks Men to Meet at Mineral Wells Event

Abilene and Mineral Wells host a statewide Water Works association meeting January 18 1914 with speakers from Kansas City New Wester MM White and Texas experts including Dr J Wealth officer Lr A Flickwie and George D Moir. Attendees include L A Quigley and others from public health and water works departments.

Abilene Fen Eusts Waterworks Association Mineral Wells L.A. Gelmes E. L. Kansas J. Wealth Lr. A. Flickwie Cis George D. Moir Lare Cits L. A. Quigley Safeborks Superimendoun Dore van John

Mystery of Film Author's Death to Be Investigated

In HOLLY WOGM authorities prepared to launch an official inquiry into the death of a 45 year old film author named Alexander. The case remains under investigation as officials search for clues and possible motives.

Holly Wogm Alexander Alexander Way Lurie

Lawyer Slaps Opponent in Civil Trial During Witness Questioning

A Tuesday morning civil suit session disrupted when one attorney slapped opposing counsel during witness cross examination. Deputy Sheriff Mar vin Williame reports the incident as part of the courtroom disturbance in County No 1. The combatants identified include attorney Robert PB Coan and Larry Te Peeler.

Coun Adare Marvin Williame Robert PB Coan Larry Te Peeler

Admiral to Map Nicaragua Voting MANALI AL Nistor Tan

A report notes an admiral outlining plans to map Nicaragua voting routes and logistics, with mention of MANALI AL Nistor Tan in connection to the initiative. The item frames a strategic overview amid regional political activity.

Nicaragua Manali AL Nistor Tan

District Court Session Held in Karnes City Texas

District Court in Karnes City meets with Judge James W. Murray of Floresville presiding and J. Star Williams of Tuardenson appears as the district Karnes clerk. Proceedings focus on routine docket items and preliminary matters for cases set in the Karnes district.

Karnes City Texas Sesqien James Woe Murray Floresville J. Staree Williams Tnurdenson

Prospectors Strike Gusher One in Pendany 14 Hours

Prospectors report striking a gusher named Pendany 14 during a 14 hour operation. The find draws attention from local miners and oil interests seeking details on flow rate and deposits.

Pendany

Pink citrus due to luck in Rio Grande valley discovery

A Florida grafted grapefruit tree produced a pink interior fruit in the Rio Grande citrus belt. The discoverer, Menninger, found the fruit after a wild chain of events, uncovering the parent tree buried beneath the original plant. The incident sparks talk of a potential market shift for pink grapefruit.

Hemninger Florida Henninger Mali Gale Wat Cate

Burial of Young Brothers Delayed

Springfield report notes delay in funeral arrangements for Hatty and Wevnings Young. Authorities and relatives awaited formal approval while attorneys prepared the necessary orders. The brothers perished during the August incident and their families faced ongoing logistical hurdles before burial could proceed.

Springfield Crark Hatty Ifguston

Rotary Ads Aid Curro Students in Education Fund

Curro Rotary pagination reports a student loan fund aiding girls' access to college. Since 1920 two students were sent to college with no interest charged, and repayments have varied. The revolving fund totals $2007 with $1760 refunded and $6 still outstanding.

Curro Jan Cnere Wwold Curco Rotary Walter Raiffort On Myo Tehean Ohd Weiffert Coltege Cen

Possum Succumbs After Ride With Motorcycle

A terse, unclear report notes a possum dying after an outdoor encounter tied to a motorcycle. The fragment references a person named Allen in the country and a Serjeant Aubersen, with garbled lines about linen and a dozen items, but the core event remains a roadside animal fatality following a motorcycle outing.

Possum U Possum Honter Ain Mourhis Allen Steann Alen Fin Aubersen

Prowler Is Routed From Woman's Room in Local Arrest

A prowler entered the room of Miriam McGinnis at 20 Highth Street. She screamed, and the intruder fled the room and was later arrested nearby.

A. Prowler Miriam McGinnis Highth Street

Crooners Scored by Cardinal in Boston Cathedral

A Sunday event at the Cathedral of the Holy Name led by Cardinal O’Connell drew criticism of crooning performances. The Holy Name society audience was addressed as “unsteady” and the singers were chastised for a style described as excessive crooning and whining.

Boston Niassa Inga Enmic Cardinal O'Connell Jhr Holy Name Society Ihotoly

Brady Gas Rate Reduction Moves In Brady

Brady officials unveil a domestic gas rate cut effective January nationwide. The new schedule lowers the rate to 60 cents per 100 cubic feet for the first block, 30 cents per 100 for the second, and 20 cents per 100 for subsequent blocks, replacing the prior 82 dollar base charge and other charges.

Brady Tau Daniary Rte Yes Lives

One Dead and 20 Hurt in German Riots

In Reudeburz near here clashes erupted as Hitlerites and Communists clashed at the Reichsbankruien. Haustein Tigrainus, labeled a National Socialist, was stabbed to death and about 20 injured, four seriously, in three violent incidents amid the unrest.

Haustein Inn Reichsbankruien Reudeburz Here

Adobe Walls Reconstructed Exhibit At Panhandle Historical Society

The article notes reconstruction of the Adobe Walls site once scene of a 1876 battle. Artist Yeglern and the Dixons’ family member Olive K. Dixon unveil canvas showing Billy Dixon’s famed shot near the adobe walls. The exhibit, printed in the article, aims to capture the historical clash and the Lone Wolf Indian threat. The painting is on display at the Panhandle Plain histarical society museum in Canyonrou.

Amamilog Inn Filot Jenkins Wns Artis Lng Mra Qlive K. Dison Milly Dixom Billy Dixon Tndiay Panhandle

Lanier and Tarpor Plead Guilty in Burglary Case

Lanier and Tarpor pleaded guilty to burglary charges in the Thirty-seventh district court. One defendant received a two year sentence with concurrent terms. The case stems from the June burglary at a grocery company warehouse involving tobacco worth S100.

Tack- Lanier Aliss Jack Tarpor Momilay Alloca - Grocery Company

Mayor Seeks Handshake Duties for Inaugural Role

The mayor outlines expected duties for a ceremonial inaugurations role, emphasizing greeting visitors, posing for photos with celebrities, attending banquets, and avoiding routine city business. He notes the job consumes time and may require taking time from other commitments. He cites a need for reliable fire protection funding and mentions a local loan advertisement.

McCutcheon Ranch Home Destroyed in Fire

A large fire destroyed the McCutcheon ranch home near Fort Davis on the Pecos highway in Tantpia Canyon last night. The blaze swept through the property, known as a showplace, with Sagree preserved. Damages were extensive and no injuries were reported.

Dan Ture W. W. McCutchron Mae

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