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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1931
Page
3
Photo shows two of the women spectators at the trial of suit brought by Hilton twins against their guardian Myer Myers. Crowds jam the courtroom walls and peeped through the transom seeking a view.
Jefferson County grand jury met to investigate the shooting death of Otis Tae Adams. Nine witnesses were called. only three testified, while officials reported little new fact. County authorities sought more information as bail was set at 10,000 for Carington amid questions about Adams's alleged responsibility in a related matter.
Harlandale organizers invite about 500 attendees to a Monday night meeting at 7 20 for the Harlandale Booster Club. Maelns D Friend serves as temporary president as permanent officers are to be elected. Updates on civic effort and local suburb activities will be discussed.
British foreign secretary Arthur Feniorson denounces the European alliance system in a Geneva address. He argues that alliance members must be subject to the Covenant of the League of Nations and aligns Britain with this principle, urging adherence to collective security.
Officials report 18 dead and over 100 injured in a regionquake. federal authorities say the disaster has caused widespread municipal disruption with many structures damaged and aid efforts underway.
The Purdue University Dean of Science died today at Murdup hospital after a rally incident. Police investigate. details are limited.
A state official was sent to Hidalgo County to investigate local conditions. County General Juntes Allred approved the action at the request of the grand jury foreman H. H. Tankie, plus Bryer Ferguson and the county commissioners court. Alfred claimed ignorance of Hidalgo County issues but noted many complaints from residents about state interests involved.
A 45 year old man, Andrew Thompson, stabbed his wife and two young sons in their home, the children attempting to intervene before he killed himself. The victims received treatment after the attack as authorities investigate a possible prior automobile accident as a factor.
Former Mexican president Emilio Portes Gil departs Malaga Spain for Gibraltar en route to Egypt. He is continuing travels from Apola and plans to return to Spain by the end of March.
The article details Daisy De Vor and Clara Dow money misappropriation charges with confessions and denials. Testimony covers checks, love letters, and steamy exchanges with Dow’s secretary and associates. District Attorney probes reveal claims of large sums and attempted extortion, with De Vor denying key admissions.
Geneles G. Dawes, U.S. Ambassador, sat on the bench during a murder appeal arguing clemency for Yorhebire ments lender. The envoy showed marked interest as testimony was heard and the case proceeded.
The wedding of Margaret Lee Fiddle to Warhington G C Ian II, son of Cannon and Capital Girl, was held on a recent Saturday in Warhington. Local families Cannon Jr. and related relatives attended the ceremony and reception.
A fragmented note asks who handles washing and ironing, questioning odors and care, mentioning Sunshine and a reel. The text names unclear entities Telinve Inandes and Sunshine Tata- Mey Cr BaT2y with no clear event or outcome.
Prince George and the Duke of Wales set sail from Sunin tutor for a long South America voyage after a day of sightseeing along the northern Swans Ish gomet.
W Morrison of San Antonio shipped a horse claimed by Mexican president Ortiz Rubio amid a wartime exchange. The animal allegedly arrived from a ranch near Urals and was described as a special war horse.
Former Attorney General George W. Wickersham chaired Hoover's crime commission and presented the board's comprehensive findings on all forms of legal crime to the president.
The Egyptologist Baumgacdt spoke at the Open Forum in Main Avenue High School noting King Tulankha mes tomb valued at $40,000,000 and predicting greater wealth in Ezgsarian dynasties. He criticized modernization and praised ancient Egyptian achievements before about one thousand attendees.
Kansas City reports the death of wartime aviator Clavery after a crash incident when a car rear ended another vehicle. The accident occurred while attempting a rescue bid, and the driver applied brakes unsuccessfully. The incident includes mentions of an attempted assault against the driver’s wife and ensuing injuries.
A garbled report describes a shortage in Missouri books tied to a 240,07 sum claimed as interest for state funds and census during past administrations. The document references a former state official and notes partial payments, with unclear lines on accounts and charges.
Mary Lou Worslus acts as central figure in a new Faith Baldwin novel to be serialized in The San Antonio Light starting Wednesday January 21. The story follows an ordinary girl amid postwar complications, highlighted by Baldwin’s brisk dialogue and lively storytelling.
Sixty exservice men hired by the city completed a work project as announced by Commissioner Paul E. Stetler on Tuesday. The men built a large disposal facility, with daily routine including a roll call in the fourth floor corridor and a statement that there is no work available each morning.
The appointment of Col. Alexander X. Williams, Quartermaster Corps, as Brigadier General has been announced from Eighth Corps Area headquarters. General Williams will relieve Brig. Gen. Francis A. Pepe, whose four year term as assistant to January 2.
London dispatch says the United States faced renewed calls to cancel war debts owed by European allies. The proposal reportedly emerged from a mysterious business group linked to Cit Bank, suggesting a broad debt write off by US policy.
In Nagh werlania on January 20 the permanent bar of international justice began with swearing in Todges and other members. Frank Bellog isn’t present representing the United Nantp. Tr Antonio Tuscamente of Cuba and Wang Chung Hui of China also absent.
City election meeting set for Wednesday evening at Beethoven Hall in South Alamos Street. The Citizens' League announces the session to appoint the holding committee of the executive committee to lead the election effort and address challenges.
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