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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1934
Page
14
New York, Jan 17. The writer outlines the administration plan to cut dollar gold content, raising inflation risk and eroding reserve bank functions. It argues a paper dollar hinges on purchasing power and questions government profit from gold certificate schemes and a shifted monetary framework.
A murder verdict was returned by Justice of the Peace George H. Bacon in Premnet No 3 Vanporty district. Lewhorn, a 12 year old, was found shot through the mouth near San Antonio in the Clussen rand. Funeral services for Lewhorn were held at the Mlebe undertashing chapel at 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Washington reports a legislative battle over restoring 80 million dollars yearly for World War I veterans and dependents. Republicans push for broader aid, aiming to restore disability, hospital care, and monthly compensation for widows and orphans, contingent on Roosevelt's stance and possible approval.
The eleventh annual Texas Pair Cittilé convention closed with dates set for county fairs. Fredericksburg will host the first fair August 4 to 26, followed by Geneales closing the series with a five day sale ending October 27. M Pernaudt of Flotonta was president, Ed Strats of New Braunfels vice president, and George J. Kempen of Seguin secretary-treasurer. Gonzales won hosting bid for next year. Nearby venues discussed pari mutuel wagering on horse racing at fairs, with Lepviti arranging two race meets, May 2 to May and a six day sale September 25 to 30.
The British Admiralty awarded contracts for light destroyers totaling 11,250,000 dollars, under the standard replacement program. The announcement, dated January 17 from London, notes the wartime build priorities and the adjusted cost baseline for these eight ships.
A survey of San Antonio club events lists diverse meetings and gatherings. Among groups noted are Parent-Teacher associations at local schools, the Ladies Aid society of the Irish Lutheran church, various garden and cultural clubs, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Special meetings feature national officers and open-house events at the Jewish Women’s Council and St. John’s Lutheran church.
Austin January policy by the Texas relief commission demands resignations from employees who seek jobs or actively engage in political campaigns. The ruling, decided at a recent meeting, targets staff who might form a political machine during upcoming elections in Texas.
Washington reports a flotilla of about two million gallons of liquor racing toward U S shores in an effort to fuel ships or stockpiles before February 9. The government noted disapproval but warned the move could affect legal supply and shipping dynamics.
The former Chinese leader Pu-Yi plans to seek recognition from the United States today as representative of Manchuria. He indicates a push to establish legitimacy after his disputed control, signaling a potential international response to regional leadership.
A chaotic split within Tammany Hall sees John F. Curry and Brooklyn ally John McCovey lose grip on influence as 14 Tammany and 21 McCovey-backed aldermen topple Redwiid Flynn and the Bronx leader. The shock overwhelms Curry loyalists, Augustus F. Pierce dies shortly after the collapse, signaling a long-foreshadowed dethronement.
National troops seize Foochow as government forces clash with rebels. General Thi Ho-Ting of the sixth division plans a southward push once troops recover. United States golf staff were sent to guard American property and personnel, returning to the U7. B. 8, gun.
A garbled AP notice mentions Wighbledelie and Miriam A. Fergusson with unclear dates. Readers are left without a clear event or names due to OCR errors.
Fragmented remarks from a 1930s diplomatic scene reveal European fear of U S trade policy and disarmament aims. The text cites the United States pushing naval buildup, calls for worldwide bombing abolition with verification, and notes reactions from officials and public figures including Mrs Roosevelt and Senator Dill.
The San Marcos chamber of commerce named officers for the year. Ian Matioob was elected president. Williamson was named president of the chamber. Bobbing and Rogers Story were elected vice presidents. W N Binton and Gerald Manner of the Houston ember were named other officers. Walker Th. Viekher was chosen president as well.
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