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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1938

Page

2

Speedy trial death chair for Anders eyed in Chicago

J Edgar Hoover announced a swift path to the electric chair for Peter Anders, the confessed kidnapper and murderer of Charles Ross. Evidence across 27 pages points to a federal trial possibly by week’s end, with grand jury action in Chicago and no preliminary hearing. Ross, found in a snowbound Wisconsin dugout, was killed in a planned abduction scheme. Gray, Anders’ accomplice, died in a quarrel. The case reveals Anders planned a spree of abductions and robberies, and Hoover branded him a ruthless killer. The Ross body was to be buried in Spooner, Wisconsin, as officials noted the fatal blow and no bullet wound.

GT. Paul Minn Peter Anders R Mundrrer Charles S Ross J! Edgar Hoover Chienzo Ker Tesson de- Pardocal of Justice St. Anders Federal Grand Jury Chicago Rans Rasa Ant Anders Jarais Atwood Gray Michael J. Igoe Wisconsin Ross Jain Boover Gray Anders Ross Yo Providence John W. Seeth Archie East el. Louis Jock Darvil Kentucky Lela Wateh Mildallo West Hoover Harry Dahl Washburn County Wis

Henry Henry Goes To Trial Monday In Murder Case

Henry Cowboy Henry faces murder charges in the shooting of ex policeman Sinclair at Monte Carlo club on Nogalitos Street. Police say Henry took the gun after Sinclair fired at Dun Paul Hilday, claiming self defense. State prosecutors expect 40 witnesses. defense to call key alibi witnesses.

Clare Henry Criminal District Court Singfeg Apis Stemmons Claude Cowboys Henily Fnex Sinclair Monte Carlo Nogalitos Street Henrys Dun. Paul Hilday Isthlet Dromney Thmes Dave Watson Lins Jye Halton Dieen

Traffic Disrupted by Heavy Rain Across Greenville Area

Heavy rains flooded homes and delayed rail and road transport from Greenville to Dallas and Commerce. More than four inches fell in 24 hours, halting two rail lines and forcing highway detours. Repairs began as services resumed later in the day amid widespread damage and power outages.

Dreenville Dallas Farmersville Commerce Ab Middgitt Collen Hell Southern Pacific Greenville

Utility group maps appeal in TVA case

Chattanooga January report outlines an appeal against a federal court ruling that backed Tennessee Valley Authority power production in competition with private firms. Judge Florencio Led a Sixth Circuit panel in Cincinnati with Judges Martin and Gore contending the TVA authority's favored status was at issue. Attorneys argued over regulatory powers and constitutional questions, framing the dispute as a contrast between public utility control and private enterprise. The piece closes noting broader sale ads and store specials.

Chattanooga United States Tennessee

Polar Beard Swim Daily Club Members Revealed

Bay Antonio's Polne Beay club shows an aggregate age of 24 among four members with the senior judge Linden, an assistant district attorney, noting members range from 5 to 63 years. The group meets daily at San Pere Park, regardless of rain or cold.

Bay Antonio Polne Beay Club Wailard Linden Hopas Kol Ayres Gr Chales C. Williams Fi3 Gresham San Pere Park

McAllen Students Advance in School Promotion Awards

Ninety nine McAllen school students earned reading certificates at mid year. Promoted from junior to senior high were most recipients, with some advancing to junior high as well. Principal Welds and J. W. Taylor presented awards to students in a year end ceremony.

Mcallen Dan McAlen School Sysiuns Pwaydee Reads Mort Tolssenior School Nish Epiyecipal J. W.taylor Jimberinet Ev

Plan for Agth Tate Backed by J Garner

Leaders of the new state plan for the four Hidalgo Valley counties were encouraged by Garner remarks that Texas could profit by dividing into five states. Proponents cite reduced government overlapping and new revenue streams. critics warn of costs and feasibility amid a push led by McAllen supporters.

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Weather and sky notes from Tol. 24 and city reports

Precipitation and moon times are recorded for Tol. 24 with sunrise at 7:27 and sunset around 6:06. The sheet lists cloudy conditions across many U.S. cities, with highs near 90 and lows around 40s to 60s, including Houston, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

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Newly Installed San Antonio Odd Fellows Officers Readied

New officers at San Antonio lodge No. 41 0 F will be installed Tuesday night at the Grockett site. Fred Knetsch of Seguin state representative will be poet speaker for Thames birthday ceremonies. Taylor 1 0 F mobile grand Wildey founder of Odd Fellowship heads the ceremony. Officers include George 4 Downs M. Hawk Herman Faulus C 1 Grimes Raymond Thrallkill George B Knaull W R Strattkil W Bratkil Martin Prank J R Mirr ay Ward Simp B Wardell Mike Jalick George Caen Jr Thomas Pees. Committing committee Ry HK Paulus G S Downs B G Le Stourgeon. State War Ads pushing for big weekend edition of The Light. Dial F-12351 for extensive ad copy.

San Antonio Grockett Atet Fred Knetsch Seguin Wsn Thames Taylor Noble Prand George Downs Arand M. Hawk Herman H. Faulus Grimes 1Raymond —Thrallkill George. B. Knaull W. BR. ‘Thratkil Nothin Grand Martin Prank J. R Milrray Perand W. FL &Id

Safer three tier car offer at January prices

Classified note touts a three tier safer car model aimed at saving time worry and inconvenience. It emphasizes low January prices and invites readers to act quickly to secure the deal amid limited availability. Details are fragmented but highlight the product and affordable pricing.

Dallas Hit by Torrential Rain Floods Across City

Heavy rainfall drenched Dallas in a daylong storm causing widespread floods. Vehicles stalled or drowned, sewers overwhelmed, bridges damaged, and emergency services flooded with calls as residents battled rising waters and street flooding throughout the vicinity. The Trinity River rose significantly by morning.

Dallas Ting Boynton Bairds

Pickpocket Steals Visitor’s Purse in San Antonio

J B Boles of Victoria, visiting San Antonio to spend the weekend, had his purse lifted by a pickpocket while he stood near a telephone booth at the Union Bus Terminal on Navarro Street. The theft left him without his return ticket and funds as he sought help to resume his trip. Police urged witnesses to report any information leading to the suspect’s capture.

J. B. Boles San Antonio Boles Union Navarro Street Vic

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