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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1933
Page
1
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A Jacksonville news item reports a man frightened by airplane noise near the zoo panicked and, misled by roaring aircraft, leapt against cage bars and fatally broke his neck. The piece weaves in wartime commentary and notes on U S defense, industry, and political speech of the era.
Washington D C January 1 9 The House and Senate committees debated a beer content change lifting the beverage limit to 3 05 percent alcohol by weight and allowing wines The measure re works to dodge constitutional objections by avoiding a strict definition of intoxicating beverage The proposal lists beer ale porter wine and similar beverages above 105 percent as included The committee left intact the House tax clause setting beer tax at five per barrel and applying to all liquors allowed under the bill
Washington January 13 The Republican web bloc in the House urged stiff opposition to the Senate liquor amendment that would empower the government to control retail liquor distribution Representative Beck Republican Pan chair said the web Republicans in the House would oppose the amendment if it reached the House Grieving and several other Democrats said the measure did not conform to the Democratic platform.
Friday night frost expected with lows around 38 to 40 degrees and Saturday’s high near 68. Light variable winds mostly northerly. Thursday’s high near 60, Friday low around 38, Saturday high about 68 with scattered clouds near the coast and frost potential along the coast if skies clear Friday night. Northerly winds strengthen along the coast with little temperature change into Friday night and Saturday.
President Hoover vetoed the Philippine independence bill, warning it would invite foreign invasion and worsen economic and social chaos in the islands. He argued the measure would shift responsibility for order without proper authority and set the Philippines on a dangerous path to liberty. The vetoed plan envisioned a two year interim government, a decade of gradual economic and political separation, and full independence in year eleven, with plebiscite timing pushed 15 to 20 years ahead. Industrial opponents urged caution as the Philippines remained economically tied to the United States, risking damage to both nations.
Aimee McPherson Hutcheon evangelist was reported today by her physician to be two coma. Dr J. C. Midrain described her condition as serious and said she is confined to her bed in the parsonage of Angelus Temple where she serves as pastor.
United States air facilities March 1 year shows 247 airports and landing fields. California leads with 175 facilities, Texas is second with 148, Pennsylvania holds third with 116. The Aeronautics Branch of the Department of Commerce announced the figures.
The government of Premier Penny off Baldgris was defeated in a confidence vote this morning by 199 to 1, ending its 20 week tenure and removing the coalition from power. Greens and San. were noted in the report as supporting the move.
In Austin from January 13 to 17 the Texas senate voted 13 to 8 against concurring with the house action fixing senators salaries at eight dollars a day and representatives at ten dollars. The defeat followed arguments that concurrence would reveal a desire to cut pay, though constitutional questions were not pursued.
Japanese troops reportedly captured the city of Yungropao in a brief battle. The force reportedly advanced from Shanhaikwan toward Tehol city via Lingyuan, with another expedition marching toward Tunyila in northern Jeho. The British ambassador to Tobie urged attention to threats to British interests in north China amid renewed hostilities. Geneva reported Dr. Yen denying Nanking’s appointment of a representative to negotiate a settlement of the Shanhaikwan incident.
A constitutional amendment to reorganize Texas courts was offered by Rep T H McGregor of Austin. It would abolish the 11 courts of appeals and district courts, create a nine judge supreme court in three divisions, a five member court for criminal appeals, and replace district attorney with county attorneys. County and justice courts would handle concurrent criminal and civil matters, with county courts in each county.
In Hamilton Ohio on January 13 a boy named Willard Cowdrey 18 escaped amputation after doctors grafted his severely injured right arm to the skin of his abdomen. Initial plans called for amputation if gangrene set in but a graft with abdominal nourishment allowed the arm to recover strength. After two weeks the graft was detached and the arm regained substantial use including partial sensation and hand movement.
Mothers and children fled the American Methodist mission at Changi as fighting between Chinese and Japanese forces grew likely. The group was moved to Peiping for safety while authorities warned that Japanese control of Changli would open a key strategic link in a broader Jehol corridor. The Chanel mission remains the sole American installation between Tientsin and Beihaiwan, with others deemed at risk.
Japanese forces reported to control another strategic town in Southeast Manchuria as they push into the province. They attacked Yurgaiy Bao, about 140 miles southwest, claiming a swift victory over Chinese defenders. Bombers aided by Japanese cavalry prevented Chinese regrouping while weather hampered northern and eastern movements.
Weather bureau reports near freezing threat has passed San Antonio with fair skies and rising temperatures. Friday may dip to 38 degrees while Saturday climbs to about 66 degrees under bright sun. Light frost possible overnight with north winds.
A large gasoline station exploded in midtown Manhattan near Times Square, injuring one man and two others as windows shattered across a crowded area. The blast sent shockwaves through the theater zone just north of the crossroads of the world. The report notes the incident occurred January 13 with extensive damage and fear in the busy area. Nearby, twins Avelyn and Ethel Rowell, both 13, marked Friday the thirteenth.
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Hobrecht a figure in Lynn Stephens conspiracy, and two other men were captured after a running gun battle with Comal County officers early Friday. Hobrecht, wounded in the hip, was jailed with the two others after treatment at a New Braunfels hospital. The trio fled after robbing an Austin tourist camp owner of cash and diamonds, which were recovered with the arrest.
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