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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1937

Page

12

Mt COUNCIL RAPPED IN REPORT

A Texas senate investigative report condemns the attorney general s department and state practices in the petroleum sector. It singles out Cap tain Stanley and Tom Cluck for censure while criticizing former state officials and insurers. Senate members signed the report amid ties to Stanley Badler Inc and oil movement schemes.

Austin Senate Texas N. Stanley Talwoad Commission East Tom ©. Cluck Dallas William McCraw Collie Joe Hull Henderson J. Holbrook Galveston Sam Deberly Bogota W. BR. Poage Waco Washington Wilbourne B. Cofe Estland Stanley-Sadley Did & Erdss Captein Stanley

Tonle beauty tonic promises inner energy and skin glow

An ad claims vitality comes from within and skin improves as inner energy is boosted. It touts Tonle as a time tested health tonic that rebuilds vigor, with testimonials about feeling like yourself again and compliments from friends. Available at various outlets, price 559. Co. Y.

Public inquiry probes salaries and oil council ties

A Texas committee report questions salaries paid by Stanely Sadler Inc and by Texas insurance firms, and calls for comprehensive investigations into the Tea ys petroleum council, Sid ney Latham’s oil-law ties, and the former attorney general’s disclosures. It urges stronger witness power and broader auditing to curb perceived conflicts and anti trust concerns.

Railroad Commission Stanley-Sadler, Inc Teays Petroleum Council Sidney Latham Longview Lathes House of

Fingerprint Chief Probes Burglary Ring in Texas

San Antonio police fingerprint expert Dusty Rhodes traveled to New Braunfels to investigate a burglary spree that hit 13 houses over the weekend. The case ties to a statewide effort by local authorities to curb a rash of break ins.

H.C Dusty) Rhodes San Antonio

Kelly flies set for eight day tour of US fields

Thirty two member group from Kelly Field advanced flying school with 15 instructors and 15 mechanics depart February 2 for an eight day training and navigation tour through Louisiana Alabama and Georgia. They will visit base fields and universities including Louisiana and Georgia systems and Georgia Tech Alabama Polytechnic Institute.

Kelly Field Louisiana Alaboma Georgia Fort Sill Okla Fort Bliss Hensley Field Dallas Barksdale Field Shreveport Talfilah Bano Maxwell ‘Eld Tucalooca Ala Birminghar Atlanta Athens Auburn Ila Trey Lowisiana Alabama Georgia Universits Georgia Tech Alabama Polytechnic Institute C. Uits Col Wueene Lohman Fliett Maj RD. Knap Kalpn Molones Yell Mas Robert ¥. Crow Edger T Setzer Thaberleke Trot Lent Gerald W. McCay John Bundy Linz Maryin P. Etaler Glen G. Jamison G. P. Bradley John H. Aves Russeh Randel Aid Be, Anderson A W. Tissney

Murder Trial Reset by Court in Local District

Court postponed the murder trial of Pollkenun John Stowe to February due to special venire of 200. The defendant, under charges in an alleged crime at 296 Elis Alley, is awaiting further proceedings. District court indicated readiness to proceed with trials in upcoming sessions.

S. A Gating Hernandez Elisalley Hornanken John Stowe Italk Jude W. W. McGrary Jt Specia

$5000 Homestead Exemption Proposed by Legislature

In Austin on January 35, an INS report states a constitutional amendment plan would exempt homestead valuations up to $8000 from all forms of taxation. The proposal comes from the legislative partnership of Newton and Newton, presented to the legislature today.

Austin Legislative Partnership of Newton

You Can Trust BC To Relieve Your Neuralgia

A vintage ad touts BC as a quick acting remedy for neuralgia headaches and related pains. It claims decades of trust, wide sales, and broad relief across headaches muscular aches and backache with convenient sizes and dosages.

Calotabs Promote Natural Aiding Colds And Cleansing

Calotabs are marketed as a diuretic and purgative claimed to promote nature’s elimination of cold symptoms. The ad touts single or double tab doses, noting cleansing of the intestinal tract and removal of toxins, with prices listed for family usage and trials.

Nestlad

Solons Bale Owassues Washington But Hesitate

Congress shows hesitation to tackle major issues like the wage hour bill. President Roosevelt’s general program outlines limited detail, while Republicans plan meetings to chart a minority program. Senate recess continues as House weighs a $59 million wartime loan to farmers. $79 million request may follow.

Washington Congress Roosevelt Republican House Senate House Supreme Court Senglor O'Mahoney Democrat Wyoming Felikg

County Official Sorrows Funds Vile Brightens for BW

County Commissioner BW Stap pesbeck faced a funding shortfall as Stappenbeck and predecessor Themas H. Abbott exhausted resources. Two colleagues P Ho Muthnax and Robert F. Whe agreed to contribute 3000 dollars each from their funds. The report will be filed when available. Commissioner J W Daniels refused to contribute a share.

Stappesbeck Stappenbeck Otheran Pordhy Themas H. Abbotts P. Ho Muthnax Robert F. Whe J. W. Daniels

Families Oppose Renaming Plans In Scuttlehole

In Scuttlehole, Latgaland residents vow to block any government move to rename the town. The Rogers and the TiaGeys lead the protest, arguing Souviiehote is a freak name and should not replace Scuttlehots. The state press notes residents’ defiance as the U S electric board considers the proposal.

Scuttlehole Rogers Latg Taland Gefianes

Pray for State Chaplain Urged to Pray for State

The Rev. C. R. Cook was invited to offer a prayer at the opening of the town legislative session on February 16, following a similar event when Arch A. McFarland greeted him and urged him to pray for the state.

Burns and Allen Apologize to Mexico for Radio Sketch

George Burns and Gracie Allen said they meant no offense by their broadcast The Wife of Pancho Villa. They stated they sent apology letters to the Mexican embassy in Washington after protests from Mexico officials and press reports regarding their sketch.

Galt Jan George Burns Gracie Allen Pancho Villa Leo Quastington

Texas House Unit Chiefs Named

The Texas house appointed Alf Roark as chair of revenues and taxation with Jesse James as vice chair. A roster of chairmen and new members is listed, including numerous names from cities like Plainview, Fort Worth, Dallas, San Antonio, and Waco, detailing committee assignments across tax, education, agriculture, and state affairs.

Austin Texas House RH. Calvert Alf Roark Jesse’ James Trorudiele Tyron England McKinney W. Fy Dnes Ross Hachtu Praieie Till Ommon W. Q. Reed Dabias Lan A. Alsup Carthage R. €. Lanning Jacksure George Moffett Chillicotte Wilson Max Baylor Toward Davison Ita Pans Raglin Jones G. C. Moris Greenvile Byron Ehiland Mick Kinney W. E. Jones Atascose Werman Jones Deva McFarland J.C. McContell Palo Pinto M_ artis Archer Ely Brian Bradbury Waco J. C. Davis George Desvisson Esstland Cathey Quilmat All Roark Saratoga Alfred Betsch Fredericksburg

Old Doc Stark Wears Flu Mask at Hospital

Sacramento report notes hospital beds filled as influenza cases rise. Doc Stark is seen with a mask alongside Jessie amid crowded wards. Eleven maternity beds occupied. patients suffer from illness.

Doc Stark Sacramento Calif Jan Vo Doe Stark Jessie Jaren

Driver Escapes as Gas Truck Upset on Culebra Road

A gasoline truck overturned on Culebra Road narrowly avoiding injury on Monday. The driver named Oliver escaped serious harm after crashing and breaking a cab window. more than 100 gallons of fuel spilled.

Oliver Seguin Eoad Tte Culebra Ste

Theft of 24 dresses from WPA sewing room reported

The theft of 24 dresses from the WPA sewing room at 644 West Mardin Street was reported to police. Anderson of 3424 South Flores Street reported additional theft of a rifle, two hats, and an AQT.

WPA WEA West Mardin Street Anderson South Flores Street

Trains Bound for Mexico Stop at Major Cities En Route

Seven trains bound for Mexico travel from the Eastern and Middle West to the Pacific, stopping at cities including San Antonio on the way to Meader City. The convoys carry tor sis from eastern regions, with seven trains scheduled for the rail route Monday.

San Antonio Meader City Middle West

Alcohol Hinted In Prevost Death Tale

Hollywood actress Marie Prevost was found dead in her apartment. Coroner's preliminary report suggested death may have been induced by acute alcoholism with toxicology to follow. Prevost, 44, dressed in silk pajamas, lay beside a dachshund as friends recall her waning career amid talkies and failed marriages.

Hollywood Calif Fan Marie Brevost Frank Webb Rex Lease Miss Prevost

Discord in AP crisis as army opposes premier choice

TOKIO Jan 25 Fresh discord spilt Japan's political crisis as the army opposed Gen Kezu hig e Wahi named premier, Emperor Hirohito ordered Ugaki to form a cabinet to replace Koki Hirota. The war office said no one would be allowed to become war minister, citing army unity grounds.

Tokio Japan frouWer Kezushige Weahi Korea Hirohito Ugaki Koki Hirota War Office Grdfinds

Man Robbery Reported on Commerce Street

S. A. Man robbed on Commerce Street. Joe Butie of West Woodlawn Avenue reported to police he was held up and robbed of $50 near Bash Commerce street in the 400 block.

S. A Commerce Street Joe Butie West Woodlawn Aven Mantey

Open Heater Fumes Fatal to Man in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City January 25 report says Tom Pryor a 3 year employee of the Satin Oil company was asphyxiated at home today by fumes from an open heater his wife was hospitalized in serious condition while a catheter was mentioned in the chaotic text officials investigated the incident

Oklahoma City Tom Pryor Satiny Oil Company Wais

Elaine's Suit Reaches Court In Los Angeles

Elaine Burrle, a budding actress, files for divorce from John Bayry in Los Angeles court seeking temporary alimony of 2525 dollars a month and a restraining order on disposing community property including his reported 3000-dollar weekly earnings. She cites monthly expenditures and alleges pending stage career. The case follows her New Year’s Eve marriage to Bayry.

Los Angeles Cali Elaine Burrle John Bayry Miure Fer Penltiom

Lueders Quarry Owner Is Dead

Adolph E. Fox, 71, owner of the Lueders stone quarry at Laeders, died near Marble Falls. Survivors include brothers Frederick, Werner and Benjamin Fox, sisters Mrs Lins Knippe and Miss Ina L. Furs. Funeral arrangements pending in San Antonio.

Adolph

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