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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1931

Page

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Double slayings at Shreveport police shootout

A midnight riot in Shreveport left two officers dead and another fatally wounded after a black suspect, Lemon McDaniel, was involved in a confrontation at a grocery shop. Police and fire crews contained the crowd as details emerged of shots fired from the police and the suspect. McDaniel denied firing, with one officer, Teddy Williams, killed and another, Lee Williams, fatally wounded during the clash amid a recent wave of robberies.

Shreveport le. Jaw Lemon McDackl Pereens Absultar Hospital E. DL. Sanderson Dngmentor J. G. Imer Tom Hughes Tarey Stasi Toe Joont Teddy Williams Wan Lee Me Jee Williame McDaniel Aeathér Negross A. Jones Isdag McWanick Nemylstock Bandi

Hatcher to Open Dallas Tax Law Office

W Gregory Hatcher former state treasurer announced plans to resume tax practice in Dallas immediately. He will operate a branch office in Dallas, expanding his legal services and office footprint in the area.

Good Can Opener Need Says Canner

Chicago January 19 14 The opening industry faces high demand as C E Home of San Francisco president of the National Canning Association opens its annual convention noting market needs for better can openers and productivity.

Canner Chicago C. E San Fran‘cieco Die National Canning Association

Ninety Charged in Religious Murders Uprising

Manila reports charges of murder and edition filed today against 67 men and 14 women involved in a religious uprising in Pangasinan province. The week of violence left many dead and the case centers on sectarian killings and clashes with authorities.

Manila Pangesdnan

Jobless on Register Grows as City Opens Relief Effort

About 2600 unemployed men registered at the courthouse basement on Monday under the federal labor bureau and Red Cross cooperation. The orderly crowd provided names ages and prior employments to aid in securing work, with white and Negro men present as the list will fuel efforts to place as many as possible.

Court House A. W. Girten Fédern Tarm-Labor Bureau Berg Ned Cross Nome B.a. m

Lindbergh Receives Legion of Honor at French Embassy

Col Charles A. Lindbergh was awarded the Legion of Honor at the French Embassy in Washington, presented by Ambassador Paul Ulandel. The ceremony elevated him to the rank of commander, the highest honor France bestows on a foreigner. Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd is to receive the decoration on a future date.

Washington, D. C Charles A. Lindbergh Crone Legion of Honor Ambansador Paul Ulandel Brante Richard E. Bredt

Oil Competition May Cause War

Washington dispatch reports a theory that oil field rivalry could trigger a broader conflict. The analysis by Russell B. Brown of Tulsa, Oklahoma, secretary of the Governors Oil Relief Conference, argues global oil competition bears potential for serious wartime consequences.

Washington, D. C Russel B. Brown Tulea Okla Arcrotary Rovernars

Myers Quizzed On Twins Funds

A crowded courthouse hearing explored offers of money to the twins and whether Myers and his wife profited from the girls. Arnold testified that money was offered frequently but refused, as the twins wished for independence. The case, unfolding in Judge W. W. McCrory's court, was postponed when Rivera failed to appear.

Woulin Arnold Twins Aiyers Ani Pheum Ceater Igned Bay Arnell T. J. Seunitere Myera Mneeting Temarke Sksinst Edich Fooly Myers Bete Skinner England P Iiirae Mary Hilton Mather Mra Witters W. W. McCrory Rivera Cracox Myere Msem K In Myers Hick

Boy Flies After Three Lessons at Roosevelt Field

Roosevelt Field New York January 19 Honey Bierds a 17 year old boy who needed one more hour and 40 minutes of instruction to fit soared alone twenty minutes after three lessons in two days. Long hop for Gab Jersey City January 19 Clarepee D Chamberlin seems to have made a record in length of a species tech to a filling station. Needing a certain gag for teal Cights he decided not to wait for shipment by car and hopped to Baltimore to get it.

Roosevelt Field N. Y Bae Howe Jersey City Clarepee D. Chamberlin Sal Baltimore

Winans to Attend Inaugural Ceremony

Edwin B. Winans commander of the Rishth Coeps Ares and five members of the slat will attend the inaugural centurieg in Austin Turkdas morning. Genera] Finang chief George Dr. T7 ner Kent Fulton Gardner and Maj. Robert J. Hithgin assist in staff duties for personnel and military intelligence during the event.

Goremar-eleet Ross Sterling Edwin B. Winans Rishth Coeps Ares Goto Austin Turkdas Finang George Dr. T7ner Kent Fulton Q &. Gardner Anslatant Atail

Belgian to Aid Jobless Throngs

Belgian government to fund part of a $10,000,000 credit to ease unemployment. An official in Brussels said the aid targets relief for unemployed workers amid ongoing public service and housing measures pending further details.

Bertvshell Ely

Father Held in Slaying Amid Airport Shooting Chaos

In Port Arthur the man identified as John Johnson faced a fatal shooting incident. Eyewitnesses describe a struggle near the lobby as law enforcement retrieved a camera from a photographer. Deputies reported conflicting accounts as officials investigated the weapon and motive while medical personnel attended to the wounded.

Federal Prisoner Weds Girl at Jailers Office

A federal prisoner, awaiting transfer, wed Willie Mae Berra in a jailers office during a Monday ceremony. The bride, tied to a Teace John Abook, was joined by a best man as guests observed the restrained event. The groom, Krank J. Mc Connell of 125 Uligning Court, recently faced sentencing in federal court and awaits Leavenworth renewal.

Krank J. McConnell Ulinng Rel Court Seta Leavenworth Willie Mae Berra Toatlee John Abook Tal Gcarda

Delay Sought in Vote on Aid Fund

Washington reports indicate Senate leaders push postponement of a 375 million Red Cross relief fund and a 20 million federal appropriation, aiming to extend debate until February to allow private fundraising. Senator Reed Zeal of Pennsylvania urges delay to enable Red Cross drives. President Hoover backs delaying action and forming a citizen committee led by Calvin Coolidge and Alfred B. Gantt. Senate Democratic leader Robinson of Arkansas plans immediate vote on the 25 million appropriation.

Washington, D. C Senate Red Cross Ed Erg Ton Reed Republican Beareylvanias Pennsylvanian Red Crass Nove Hoary Calvin Coolge Alfred B. Gantt Roblnvon Arkansas

Man Jailed After Guilty Plea on Dry Law Charges

A garbled report states Charles Get tle of 321 Siderrey street Morias pleaded guilty before U S Commissioner Paul A. Lockhart to possession of liquor while others including Faparra Marvel Gere and Gee Schwitz with Pedro Garza faced charges related to liquor. Sentences included $300 bonds each and multiple defendants were arraigned or held in default.

Pinis Charles Gettle Siderrey Street Morias Uuty U.S Paul A. Lockhart Wan Net Cours Faparra Marvel Clay Elraed Jelnits Lataxleating Manor Lockhart Tesridge Gee Schwitz Pedro Garza Elmendorf Schulzs Garza

Continental Co Ordered to Stop Sale of Stock

Jefferson City Mo Jan 10 The Continental company of Fort Worth Texas was ordered to stop sale of its reorganization stock in Missouri by state securities commissioner Fenton T. Store. Meckard said the firm offered 49 and percent preferred cumulative stock and any common shares in the company which police poverty in Texas under taxante. A cease and desist order against the same company was issued November 25 by Stock ar.

Jefferson Citt Continental Company Fort Worth Texas Siiesouri Fenton T. Btoreard Atate Securities Meckard Betn Rae Stochar

British Labor Leader Suffers Leg Injury After Meeting

London reports A J Raok, secretary of the Bettiah Mineral federation and noted labor figure, suffered a right leg amputation above the knee following injuries sustained at a political meeting. The timeline notes the incident occurred today after a recent injurious event.

Tondon A. J. Raok Bettiah Mineral Federation Hritisi

Missus Draws All Spades in Strange Card Game

In St. Louis on a January day a game among players collapsed after a woman drew all spades from her hand. The question arose how a single player could hold all spades, and the match ended abruptly with confusion among the Mrears.

Missus ST. Touis Jan Qattingy Mra

Weather notes and festival details from Texas forecast

Fragmented OCR notes describe temperatures and wind, with references to a western festival and unsettled conditions in Texas. Mentions gusts, wind shifts, and a total accumulation figure around 2.845 to 2.846 inches since January, plus a timetable around 7 a.m. and street directions.

Texas

Student Anchors Cow's Tail Incident at Heng High

Local report describes a high school student in Heng Oregon who fed a teased tale to a cow while milking. A brick attack knocked Jak unconscious during the event. Authorities note no lasting injuries and ongoing investigation.

Heng Duck Hornfall Jak

How Is Your Wood Supply

Winter has several more weeks to run and many ads offer immediate deliveries and low prices. Classified listings feature people ready to provide quick wood supply at bargain bottom prices.

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