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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1932
Page
1
In a stark提 column, Arthur Brisbane cites Gen. Mitchell on air power, urging rapid aviation buildup for national defense. He warns of Japanese and European aggressions near Shanghai, noting losses, bombings, and the risk to American ports if the U S remains unprepared.
A weather front brings frigid air to multiple states as temperatures dip below freezing in San Antonio and nearby areas. Reports note frost in Alibson Heights and near 32.8 degrees in the city with autumnlike clouds and cold wind sweeping across Texas and neighboring regions.
In Millersburg on January 4 a man identified as the killer known as the "merry slaser" was found insane and ordered committed to Massillon State Hospital for treatment. The incident involved a confounded stove putter and led to legal commitment proceedings.
Weather forecast for San Antonio and vicinity on late Saturday night and Sunday predicts somewhat warmer on Sunday with a low Saturday around TH degrees and a high Sunday near 62. Light variable winds. Mostly fair Saturday night and Sunday with frost possible in eastern areas Saturday night and some warming in the extreme west Saturday night and south portion Sunday. Light northerly winds along the coast. West Texas partly unsettled to the south portion Sunday night and Monday with generally fair weather elsewhere.
Judge Speakman said Arizona jurors will be kept in the Ruth Wingle Judd trial after nearly $26,000 spent, with no testimony since Wednesday. Two jurors were removed for severe colds, and the judge would wait for their recovery, potentially weeks or months, to avoid a mistrial.
A countryless man, once held in jail last April, was transported to England after an immigration inquiry. Officials said neither Canada nor Britain would accept him, leaving him in limbo as authorities debated his status and possible deportation.
In New York the steamers Hors of the Sealias Amorican Sipping corporation and United States Inc Noose collided while in quarantine. The Topec rode at anchor and the Homar bow bent six feet. No injuries were reported and minor damage occurred to the Noose.
Dr Praetorius, general secretary of the Fivangelical board of vouipions edication, is to preach at 1:80 p.m. on a Sunday at the Meangelien King venue, presenting the sermon Nineveh and fod and wphe Veollem oof Youth as reported by Pastor Jher and Me Sheylea.
The Tezna Open golf championship resumed with flat-shot threesomes after lunch at Benckenridge Park. The field of over 130 saw Philadelphian Jor Wirke and Gene Sarazen, once a national open king, lead the way as play started Saturday morning. Scores included Kirkwood with 71 and Sarazen one stroke behind. several players posted 72s and 73s amid cool, drizzly conditions.
American boy Tobaron arrested by Japanese troops in Shanghai on sniping charges. Troops raided a Chinese hut next door, found a .41 caliber pistol believed to belong to Jolsen's father, member of the Shanghai Volunteers. The weapon was taken to Shanghai military headquarters for consular intervention.
Reports say Japanese forces withdraw east of the Woosung line while Chinese artillery shell a Japanese newspaper printing plant in the international settlement. In Shanghai Chapei district heavy combat continues with fires erupting as Japanese troops press to clear surrounding areas despite chaos in the concession zone.
Khakbelad senries remind Oklahoma City oil field operators martial law restricts the field. The state corporation commission issues a new order to lash 25,000 barrels daily from the field’s allowable flow.
Wilson McCarthy of Salt Lake City a Democrat banker and lawyer is President Hoover's choice for the seventh and last place on the Reconstruction Finance corporation board. His nomination will go to the Senate on Monday.
In Finland the diet approved the liquor bill after the prohibition referendum. The final reading passed 120 to 4, signaling reduced liquor controls as government policy shifts following the vote.
Tan Thouton, 30, prominent cattleman of Fevers, was fatally injured in an automobile collision near Bangarwal yesterday. He was a widower with several children. The driver of the other car, Hill Town, survived, along with his wife.
A U S shipboard report states Captain Chikor of the American river trader Yangtse affair is held by Chinese bandits on the Yangtse. He condemns his treatment and warns that without ransom payment his life is in danger. The bandits demand 10 million silver dollars and threaten further harm. The US gunboat Wirgd States flger gunboat Cahn confirms the dispatch.
Fragmentary report from Honolulu describes defendants in the Jason Kas Wahewai slaying case, with officials signaling possible release or continuance. Names and details are garbled, but court action and bail status are noted amid uncertain references to Revinue and local authorities.
Report from Shanghai describes Japanese forces capturing bridges and a creek area in the Garden district as the northern zone of the settlement is taken over by Japanese troops. Chinese and American authorities exchange assurances as tensions rise, with police and military movements reported near central districts.
A wave of stop sign robberies prompts police to question two men and two women. A bandit invaded a car on Josephing Street as a woman driver waited for a green light. One woman was taken to custody Friday night and another to headquarters Saturday morning after detectives Titlepage and Vayler followed a tip.
San Pedro Calif mission details describe a Battle Force of 65 vessels planning Hawaii maneuvers. Admiral Wh Sangli remarks no changes expected in cruise plans or subsequent voyages of the unit, aiming for coordinated readiness.
An unclear fragment references Smith and plans to reveal political intentions. It mentions Altany, Gaverton Prenklin J, and a gubernatorial contest. Readers see hints of a presidential or campaign context with voting and party alignments. Specifics and names are garbled, leaving only scattered entities.
A rate hearing will be held at Corpus Christi on March 28 concerning a readjustment of prices for onions melons and vegetables except potatoes. The session, organized by the Interstate Commerce Commission local authority, will occur at the consolidated courthouse.
Reports from Nanking say the national government declared war on Japan. In Shanghai and the international settlement, Japanese forces fought mobs as Chinese civilians fled in rickshaws and on foot. Marines patrolled streets, armed with machine guns, while Chinese residents faced looting and killings.
The University of Texas Glee Club directed by Gilbert Selico y will sing at the Abzatnr Shrine, under the Travis Wiel area church program. The Rev Carl Gregory will lead the event at 7:30 p.m. with other soloists performing.
The Women's Council group will hold an executive meeting on Wednesday at Antic in Mea. Expected attendees include Mrs. ALN Caryl Gall and other named members. organization details and exact time are to be confirmed.
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