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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1932

Page

4

Father Cox Seeks Presidential Bid on Jobless Party

Pittsburgh priest Reverend James Ro Cow announces candidacy for president on the Jobless Party ticket with a proposed 5.0 billion dollar public works bond to fund highways, buildings, rural hospitals, and water projects. He calls for tax increases on large incomes and estates to finance relief and curb wealth concentration.

James Ro Cow Pittsburgh Washington Father Cay Universal Service Frereseith Father Cow Pittsburg Anyree Nanon Colo al Svealth United States

Waiver of Grand Jury Bill Urged in Congress

Washington January 19. A proposal urges that indictments be avoided by information with trial by judge instead of grand jury. Originating with the Wickersham commission, the bill makes the optional use of a grand jury. The vague text references judiciary committee action and unclear context.

Washington, D. C Judiciary Committee Rdes Wickersham Commission

Congress Debates Bills Across Committees and Agencies

Congress resumes hearings on banking and highway bills while considering fiscal measures and nominations. Ag committees review wage legislation and transportation reform, with testimony on short selling and immigration admissions. Conferees negotiate a 3 million reconstruction fund and a 125 million federal bank capitalization bill as administration bills advance.

Wul St Tabor Inter Sale Iamigration

Catholic Women Opposed to U 8 8 School Control

Catholic women across the area vow to oppose bills for a department to educate infancy and maternity care. Mrs. Mary C. Duttr of Newark, a supreme leader of the Catholic Daughters of America, announced the stance amid discussions on church and school control.

Wasthington Tan Mary C. Duttr Newark Catholic Daughterr of America

Garner Rivalry Shrinks As Baker Loses Grip

Nation watches as Garner, backed by Baker critics, loses ground in the Roosevelt era race. Ohio figures focus on Governor Dewey era tensions while anti Roosevelt forces seek a new standard bearer. Political chatter centers on Baker’s self elimination and the scramble for a viable nominee.

Wasrington Jeus Spuaker Om N. Garner Tulag Newton D Laker Ohio Orear Gentinehive Baker Franklin Roosevelt Jinkeer Aidwle New York Hein Garner

Crusader Replies to Challenge of State Dry Chief Wilbur TD

Crusaders respond to Candy de Van Waits request for a liquor cure. She urges an educational campaign over abstinence and scientists' findings. Crusaders insist total abstinence is essential, warning a liquor battle endangers the nation’s welfare and demands action beyond rhetoric.

Crusader Wilbur TD Barox Crusaders Prouible Fesita Candy de van Waits Wouren’s Christian, Temperance Union Econ Fexas

Snell Seeks Oil and Copper Tariff Vote in Congress

Rep Spell of New York faces votes on proposed tariffs for oil and copper during the current congressional session. The record notes currency discussions and political maneuvering as the tariff issue dominates today’s briefings.

Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Health Ad Boosts Vitality

A vintage health patent medicine ad touts Dr Caldwell's syrup pepsin as a stimulant for liver and bowels. It claims to cure headaches biliousness and constipation with a daily or periodic spoonful. The ad promotes vigor for adults and children and warns against other tonics.

Dr. Caldwell

Midget Mother Of Six-Pound Daughter News Item

Detinnt Michigan reports a tiny infant born at St Mary's Hospital weighed six pounds at birth. Doctors say the baby is the smallest girl ever recorded at the facility. The mother and father, Mabel and Rhyen, live in a small town.

Detinnt Dan Mabel Mr Rhyen Aly Lesa St. Mary's Hospital Aly Hegan Tr L. Harkell

Mellon Action Five Postponed In Impeachment Move

The House Judiciary Committee postponed action on President Mellon’s impeachment move. The delay aims to await hearings materials and policy context, with Mellon’s associate denying improper influence while a Colombian oil concession ties to a loan. Proceedings followed a brief executive session.

Wasilx Patman Alexander Melflon Chalemay Sumners Von Crsman Melon Vyma Colombia Mellon Guill Oil Corporation Bargn

Long defeat seen in La governors race and senate bid

The piece notes Governor Hyer Do Fong and allies in Louisiana facing a strong defeat as the governor plans to leave office and seek a United States Senate seat this spring. It mentions a Democratic nomination and the lone challenge from five men while R. Allen leads the late high year commission and endorses Lengendorse candidates.

Hyer Do Fong Romie Yies Lonmviune Yne Clean Louisiana OF. R. Allen Late High Year Commission Rample

Cotton Exchange Protests Short Sale Laws Today

The New York Cotton Exchange protested proposed short sale restrictions before the House agriculture committee. William Dowd argued that banning short selling harms markets and fails to address underlying declines. Yundell contended prohibitions would materially increase risk and cost to traders and exchanges.

William &. Dowd Exchange Yundell

Rabid Symptoms Observed In Local Dog Incident

A dog displaying rabid symptoms was captured near Woodlawn Avenue after wandering through Mackuridge Park. The animal was found by Bulwer Me Chatman and reported to authorities by several residents, who noted seven days of abnormal behavior near the pond before authorities planned inspection.

Locar Uz Pannel Puesday Mrackuuridge Park Bulwer Woodlawn Tom Kuhdu Kenedy Wal MB Jo Annennitine

Tibbett Injures Foat in Opera Role Amidstage Chaos

An onstage accident disrupted a performance as a stage prop or pane shattered. Tibbett and Kilwank Johneot were involved, with Hibbert allegedly knocked by flying debris. The incident occurred during the finale, prompting an immediate halt and review of safety protocols.

Tibbett Peter Sh Beteon Kilwank Johneot Hibbert

Prohibition Debate Features Chicago Beer, Law and Voices

Chicago and national figures debate prohibition as representatives like Bingham Sabath and Sweeney warn of liquor demand and crime. Speakers cite wartime limits and urge enforcement, while Chicago faces expanded liquor control and public sentiment shifts amid ongoing dry law arguments.

Washington, D. C Anti-P Dicksiemn Verat New York Sofiitor “Bingham Wien Cochran Sh Howe Sweeney Dement Ohio Cleveland Chicago Chir Chile Liege Iowa Missouri Kansas Nebraska Bingham Sabath Dellece

Sheriff abandons probe of 2$.A. bombings and vandalism

Sheriff Abert Wasser’s deputies halted active inquiries into two 2$.A. bombings after explosions damaged a bridge on Sunshine Drive and a range structure at the San Antonio club in Olmos Basin. No suspects or identities could be established and no motive or theory was determined.

Abert Wasser San Antonin

Berlin Clashes Leave 9 Dead and Many Hurt

Berlin report says nine people were killed and many injured in clashes in the northern district as Nazis attacked Communists in the street. Officials warn of a tense, escalating situation with authorities attempting to restore order amid rioting and unrest.

Berlin INSI Élacheil Pertin

Fragmentary Civil War era military record entry

Incomplete OCR fragment mentions Water Angel, Civil War dead, San Med Springs, Seventh Infantry, and references to family members including a father and mother. The garbled text obscures clear facts or event details.

Med Wali Cese Rabon Itarmia Infantry Fee

Fragmentary medical notice on dangerous sore throat risks

An incomplete OCR fragment discusses dangers of sore throat and treatment steps. It mentions a person named Asnre and a prescription context, with references to relief after swallowing and a warning to stop a certain action. The text is garbled and lacks clear facts or dates.

Paraded cripples in Chicago court campaign stunt

A chaotic report describes a parade of disabled individuals in Chicago tied to a judge's anti reckless driving campaign. It mentions 22 men charged with auto offenses and hints at proposed changes to punishment, withVet outcomes unclear.

Chicagg Inn Chi Frank M. Padden

Grilean loan probe asked by U.S. envoy attackers noted

Ambassadors and officials debate a probe into the attack on the American minister in Addis Ababa and the wider implication for foreign officials in the region. The inquiry seeks details on who orchestrated the assault, the authorities involved, and potential punishment for those responsible.

Addis Ababa Abyentnia Aten

House to Consider Liquor Proposal on Feb 16

The judiciary committee set February 11 for consideration of a prohibition proposal backed by Republican antidenocrat wets and Democratic wets. Key representatives Bock of Pennsylvania and Linthicum led the push, aiming to return the matter to state control with federal oversight on interstate shipments.

House Wasuington Hone Judiciacy Committee Bock Uennsylvaniac Fender Iienoblican Wely Ant Linthicum Murslaail Wets Sightenith Amendment Enntenreturi Nf Moe Interatate Shipinente

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