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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1932

Page

8

Death claims Wrigley Jr the Cubs owner

New York January 26 William Wrigley Jr prominent figure in national life and owner of the Chicago Cubs has died. He built a chewing gum empire that funded major league baseball and left a lasting mark on the sport and beyond. Rogers Morishi Chicago Cubs manager lamented losing his best boss as news spread from Anglum Missouri near St. Louis.

Tiz Chicago Uuks Philadelphia Wrighy Chicago New York John A. Bercher Jenttia Hay William Weighs Lolis Jon Rogers Mornshi Chicago Cubs International News Service William Wrigtes ‘Jr Chieaco Water League Totnsby Anglam Missouri St. Louis

Five Sentenced in Russia Rail Crash Trial

Report from Moscow describes the culmination of the rail crash case with a transportation master and executive sentenced to ten years. Three others receive terms from five to eight years, while several railway workers face lesser penalties.

Russia Buscha

Hebrew University Grants First Degrees

JERUSALEM Jan 2 Hebrew University established years ago by Lord Balfour awarded degrees at initial graduation exercises. Thirteen graduates received bachelor and masters level honors as part of the ceremony.

Jerusalem Hebrew University Lord Balfour Maefer Aris

Congress Debates Banking and Commerce Measures in Reports

Banking committees review Glass–Steagall revision and Federal Reserve framework. Subcommittee on home loans advances bills. treaties and reclamation moratoriums examined. Interstate commerce holds copper price hearings. agriculture and energy topics heard. Senate approves reconstruction agency funds and discusses agriculture appropriations. Vinson construction program tabled.

Ang R. Kayval A. m. Lecleathw Agriculture Sierior Department Testeresiana Agriculture Committee Naval Committee Vinson Ays and Means

Friendships and flight figure in Arizona murder trial

Testimony centers on a fragmented confession and motive in the murder case involving Mrs. Lepker, wife of ex boxer Arthur Lepker, as she describes plans with friends to go to Los Angeles and back. Prosecutors seek a jury verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity is noted amid chaotic statements.

Jack Los Angeles Sins Barnes Saceny Juli Lepker Arthur Lepker Arizona Hon Phoenix Atlornes Andrews Tan Angeles Hey Husband Leliet Ewing

Tynan Launches Second Poll Tax Probe and Arrest

District Attorney Walter Tynan's office launched a second poll tax probe after authorities briefly detained a man believed to hold seven poll tax receipts. Assistant District Attorney Temple Calhoun said the man was questioned and later released as investigators pursued leads.

Tynan Districh Walter Tynan Reynon South Calhoun Wrn

Cyr Confers Over Plan to Oust King

DATON ROUGE LA Inn 26 Wi-De Baul XL Gyr arrived in Baton Rouge at noon for a conference with aides to discuss removing Alvin Ki from the governor office.

Cyr

Crash kills Stinson in Atlantic stunt tragedy

In a crash linked to transatlantic aviation efforts, famed aviator Stinson and companions perished. The crash near Cardiffe collapse led to multiple injuries and a corollary explosion at a Welsh colliery, with relatives en route to Chicago to mourn.

Midol Promises Quick Pain Relief for Women

An ad copy extols a medicine named Midol as a pure remedy for monthly discomfort and cramps. It claims fast action within seven minutes, portraying the product as interfering with Nature and recommended by a druggist.

Tris Amzing Aidal

Riot Squads Trained for Hawaii Case

Navy units train riot squads for Hawaii case amid an ongoing trial. Authorities say squads are equipped with machine guns and other weapons deemed sufficient to prevent violence as proceedings continue.

Hawaii Uonglalu

Deficit Surpasses 1.3 Billion As Expenses Grow

Treasury figures show the deficit over receipts reaching 1.3 billion for Uncle Sam as expenses climb to 2.5 billion while receipts drop to 1.2 billion. The gap widens by 622 million from the prior year, reflecting higher outlays and reduced revenue.

U.8 Washington Sain Treasury Lim Storar

Widow Kidnappers Hunted by Police in Carmel

Salinas police pursue kidnappers who abducted 62 year old widow Mrs Mary Hansen from her Salinas residence and held her for ransom. They dumped her in a Carmel cottage after demanding money, but fled as officers widened a statewide search.

Salinas Coli Dan Monterez Mary Hansen

Old-Time Dance at Woodlawn Lake

The city recreation department will hold its regular weekly old fashion dance at Woodlawn Lake Wednesday night at 8 o clock under the direction of supervisor Miss Mary Wilson.

Woodlawn Lake Cily Recreation Department Mary Wilson

Coxey Launches Jobless Drive In Mes sillon Ohio

Mes sillon Ohio mayor Jacob Coxey launches a campaign for a 200000 dollar bond issue to aid the unemployed as he leads a movement of several protest armies. Local unemployment amid the settlement era prompts the drive.

Golunbus Ohio Dan Jacob Coxey Tony Messillon

Reward for Labor Saving Plan Discussed in Congress

In Washington D C a discussion centers on rewarding inventors of labor saving devices amid claims the plan would affect workers and industry. The article notes debates by lawmakers about fair incentives and potential impact on 6 million workers.

Wasitington D.C Tan Yaa Indy Sumeliiis Tia Weriey

Drys Stand Put on Referendum Fight

The Anti Saloon League reasserts its stand against repealing the prohibition amendment. A statement from F Scott McBride denies abandoning referendum opposition and notes friction over the league’s position. Roosevelt birthday plans arise as Albany marks the event with a town hall program and parade in Ayde Park. Governor Woodring reflects on superstitions about Friday as a political year unfolds with candidate filings set for June 13.

Drys Washington, D. C Wierendume F. Scott McDride Densipn League Pew Thishon Fr. G. Hichned- Kot Philadelphia Roosevelt Albany Ayde Park Lakes Woodring Mae

Floods Feared in Louisiana Warn of Heavy Rains

New Orleans January 20 R A Dyke forecaster U S Weather Bureau warns that 2 and 5 inch rains in the past 24 hours threaten major flood conditions on North Louisiana rivers. He urged immediate precautions to save life and property.

New Orleans R. A. Dyke United States Weather Bureau North Louisiana

Youth Is Held in Death of Texas Girl

Los Angeles reports a Texas girl, Winifred Page Williams, died after a roadside incident. Police held a male suspect for questioning, claiming a crude remark was made. Officials say the statement may have been a joke.

Texas Los Angeles William Mactin All Bakery Stork Say Toury Oath of Alns Winifred Page Willame

Washington Birth Site Repaired in Westmoreland County

Washington birthplace Wakefield in Westmoreland County Virginia has been rehabilitated to restore manor and screening as they were at Washington's birth. The site is under Interior Department jurisdiction and open to visitors.

Zemo Relieves Itching Eczema in Homes Since Forties

Depend on Zemo to relieve itching eczema Soothing healing invisible. Zemo has been used for twenty years with notable relief from skin irritations including heat and sting. Extra Strength ZE300 targets chronic cases with strong formula, available at dealers.

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