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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1931

Page

3

BUTLER TAIL WILLA Clo COURT MARTIAL DRAMA AT DC

A court martial in Washington will hear testimony on Major General Butler and Major Leonard as Admiral and other officers decide if Butler may testify and whether he will plead. John W. Davis may aid the defense while the prosecution presents witnesses, with a unanimous verdict required.

Washington, D.C Smudley D. Byte Tle Washington Feonard Lo Hulter Amir Chin Taynard Buller Leonard Algo Tome Tye Han Davis John W. Davis New York Butler Mutler Ontcile Blutler

Two Appeals From Murder Charges Filed In Texas Court

Two appeals for new trials on murder charges were filed today in the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. Attorneys for Bay Clicky of Idaho urged imprisonment on charges in the killings of Charlie Walker near Tinna and another appeal was filed for Phraim Dockued of Hidalgo County in a related case. Walker was shot to death September 1, near a tractor. Dockued was killed July 40, 1929.

Austin Jan New Hala State Court of Criminal Appeals Bay Clicky Idaho Chargan Murduring Charlie Walker Tinna Walker ANU Phraim Hidalgo County Latham

Construction Man Sees Good Year for 1931 Industry

Jan 21 story notes a strong forecast for the construction industry in 1931. Lou R. Cramall, president of the George A. Muller Construction Company, projects a favorable year driven by new projects and rebuilding needs.

Lou R. Cramall George A. Muller Construction Commany

Eastern Canada Snowed Under Amid Winter Snowstorm

Toronto reports heavy snow across Ontario as eastern Canada endures severe winter conditions while western regions enjoy spring like sunshine, creating contrasting weather patterns.

Canada Toronto Ont Amd

Congress Weighs Investigations and Funding Measures

Reports show committees probing Kelly oil shale charges and the nomination of Eugene Meyer as governor of the Federal Reserve Board. Commerce committee hearings continue on industry regulation while veterans’ compensation certificates face scrutiny. Bill passage includes department appropriations and relief funding, with moves to back Red Cross support and welfare measures.

Kelly Eugene Meyer New York Goveror Federal Cenerve Board Commerce Tomnilice

Burglary Reports Flash From City Streets

May 416 Van Ness Street area and nearby sites yield multiple thefts and attempted break ins. A worker’s shelter break in leads to police reports of windows damaged and tools stolen. Items include three valued at $300 from M M Martin residence and a 1500 car trunk theft tied to local merchants. prowlers also seen near a company on Hillingson Canty Street.

van Ness Street Wouse Joe Mire Troberts Sail Ly 1 Uistee B. Donker Jdm SOO M. Martin Crockett Streée Ace Carling

Newman Funeral Slated for Sunday

Funeral services for Mes Tsun ic Newman are planned for Sunday at the local church. Born in Somerset she came to San Antonio three days ago for medical care and passes away Friday afternoon. She is survived by her husband, three sons and three daughters, plus her father and two sisters living in nearby towns.

Newman Seeviers Tsunic Newman Eafternoon Flating Stes Somerset Tome San Autonio Hit Dae Nowmian Tock, Towrenne Jacln Willian Nowman Dorothy A Toure Foutette Ant Alin Newent Doh W. Mussels LW. Selinenke Ran Antonie Ant Mee Hallion Dore Man Ngo Orennik

Fare cuts on Prisca lines sweep southwest regions

The Prisco lines cut fares to two cents per mile starting at midnight, affecting nine southwestern states. Seven other competing railroads in the area match the price cut, expanding the impact across the region and altering usual travel costs.

ST. Loues Dan Imin Goea Dows Wong Parte Prisca Alates Penta Prisco

Einstein to Sail for Home March 5

Pasadena dispatch reports Albert Einstein will sail home from New York to Germany on March 5 aboard the steamer Dentzelbank. The physicist, accompanied by Greenman, awaits departure in California after a brief delay.

Einstein Pasadena Nlié Albert Instein Greenman Acto California New York Germany

Helen Twelvetrees Cast in Pathe Picture

Los Angeles January report says Helen Twelvetrees lands a lead under Fox sunshine era. Charles Rogers and H. L. Deer guide her debut with Rogers casting and Hill Hawkins in the production alongside Warners and Zarg Jitts in key roles.

Helen Twelvetrees Pathe Louella

St Olaf Choir Concerts in Texas Cities This Weekend

St Olaf's Choir performs in Austin Saturday night before heading to San Antonio Sunday afternoon at 3 PM to sing in the Municipal Auditorium. A program documented by Turow and noted for its distinctive tone, the visit also includes related events and funded items of interest.

St. Olaf's Choir Austin St. Olaf Turow America San Antonia Municipal Auditorium Mission

Prince of Wales Bound for Havana for Short Stop

The Prince of Water and Minne Geage mer are described as enjoying the tramspal syeamer as it sails toward Varona. They are due early Sunday for a short shop visit before continuing.

Prince of Wales Havana The Prince of Water Minne Geage Varona

Blood Gift Highlights Hospital Donation Details

A fragment describes a patient receiving a blood donation tied to a 43 day freedom price, mentioning MEMCINS and Joe Danlap as a prospective donor. It notes a hospital transfer for a blood transfusion and a recent case of transporting stolen antumbile, with Tianiap volunteering for the transfusion yesterday.

Memcins Torn Tan Fortefurce Dasa Treslom Joe Danlap Ie Punt Hood Tianiap

VORGE DENIED ERS HES VORGE DENIED ERS HES PHOENIX

Arizona court orders divorce decree amid tumultuous proceedings involving Leslie Arnold, his spouses, and wartime era aviation fame. Testimony centers on prior decrees and alleged misconduct as Arnold fights to dissolve marriages, with depositions and legal battles spanning multiple locations and years.

Phoenix Aziz Dan Leslie D. Arnold Seis Reitigt Ron Mildred Avery Arnold Arnold Marleaoa County Depusl Kong Georgia Eupecmt Anneried Priscila Dean Agua Catonte Mex Mika Dean Arnold, 4 Member of the Army Group That Flew Ar In the World In 1920, Ablecot Annie Arnold Ant Los Angeles Fittee Plas

Bandit Admits Bombing Ties to Giovanni in Argentina

Buenos Aires dispatch reports bandit Paulino Scarfa confessed before the supreme council that he and Fevre Giovanni organized bombing attempts tied to Sacco Vanzelli agitation. Giovanni, captured after a battle that killed a police officer and a one year old girl, awaited execution by firing squad. Police also linked him to bombings of three railway stations.

Buenos Aires Argentina San Paulino Scarfa Nea Ley Guigster di Giovanni Supreme In Council Aningi Birt Nation Bank of Ruston Sacco Vanzelli Ena Polivenining and One-Year Old Girl Were Killed Yeatorday Falas Senrfa Anid

19 Kelly Planes Marooned at Border by Fog

Nineteen Kelly planes remain marooned at the border due to heavy fog and persistent rain. Maj Fete, Martin, and Kelly Cel figures are among those delayed as crews await clearance. Capt. John K. Canonic led the flight, with 15 student planes among the group, originally expected back earlier in the week.

Kelly

President Hoover Seeks White House Secretary Post

President Hoover remains without a secretary as he seeks a replacement to fill the office beside him at the White House after the resignation of Akerson. Akerson left mid January but may stay until February 1 upon the president's request, with various candidates appearing in classified lists.

Parsons Univerant Servier Charlie Stephan Europe Zlater Annet — Grignot Ann Janet Gaynor Chole Warrell Janet Cissie Loftay de M Korrigan Lienty King Hoover Washington, D.C Traorer Ig Heonse Ater Grotte Akerson Uns Akerson Mill Remmate

Last Day for Polls at County Tax Office

The county tax collector opens late Friday to sell poll taxes and vehicle licenses. Crowds are expected at the courthouse sub-station, with extended hours until midnight. Public desks and lights will guide buyers, and officials promise enough staff to serve all customers.

Ounty Collecor Maury Maresdck Banke Roy Ord Saturns Madiloriva Maverick Op. Mt Jack St. Burke Geeviey Uour Mid- Wight All Lux

Burned to Death in Baltimore Car Collision

Two young men died in a downtown Baltimore hotel fire sparked by a car collision. The victims identified as Jake C. Hager, 22, and Frederick Schreiver, following a dance at the hotel.

Baltimore Inn Jake C. Hager Frederick Schreiver

Rescue of Mexico Silver Expected

Mexico officials anticipate a rescue of the Mexico Silver, delayed for months, to be completed soon through an agreement with the international bank committee. The accord involves a two year extension of the foreign debt arrangements.

Mexico Tan Lie International Bankere

Sheik Sentenced to Hang Dies in Cell

An aged Sheik, sentenced to hang for a religious rebellion in Mengineng, died in his cell after guards informed him of the sentence. The incident occurred in ISTAND DE, Turkey, on January 91.

Sheik Istand DE Turkey Sheik Fssad al Mengineng Tend Tony Japanels

Boy Escapes Kidnapping Attempt at Aztec Theater

Police report a young boy escaped after a man attempted to seize him near the Aztec theater on a Friday night. The incident involved a 21 year old man and occurred at 431 Denver, with witnesses noting a bearded suspect fled the scene. Authorities are investigating and seeking leads.

Denver Brokree

Legislators Gather for Sterling Hosts in Hornsday Event

In HoUREON on January 31 the political scene centers on Governor Ross A Sterling and staff as they travel from Austin for a day of appearances. The group plans to attend a sandal sale and gridiron gathering at the Dan Chare venue tonight, with many officials expected to join.

Treag Fran Austin Gorrenor Ross Danchare

WILL ROGERS PROMOTES RADIO SPONSORED EVENTS AND NAMES PERSONALITIES

A letter from Will Rogers discusses support for government aid for the less fortunate, mentions aviation reflections in Wichita Falls and Fort Worth, and lists figures like Frank Vincks, James Rodgers, and Chester Byers. The note highlights a nationwide broadcast by the Reverers and the Victor artist yodeler as top acts.

Worth Deough-Steielien Momomathiie Wichita Walls Fort Worth Rawman Abielene Auierien Frank Vianks Aysemeny Jimes Radgers Yodler Chester Byers Will Rogers

German troops make up forty percent of French foreign legion

A clipped wartime report states that German personnel constitute about 40 percent of the effectives in the French Foreign Legion, reflecting shifting alliances and troop composition during the conflict.

Sidi-Bel-Adbes Alzeria Tuo Irgice

Ruling Sought on Car Arrest Deputies Authority

The Court of Criminal Appeals in Austin will decide if deputies may enforce state laws in car arrest cases. County Attorney Davis expects a ruling that the county commissioners court can appoint special policemen, deputies to sheriffs, in counties over 210000 population, with one named county police chief.

Court of Criminal Appeals Austin Anow Pobant Nerestr Rattie Violatiang Taner

Laval Cabinet Wins Confidence Vote in Paris

Pierre Laval, a young French state figure, faced two confidence votes in Paris. The cabinet secured the votes amid his rise in the government, pleasing some supporters while disappointing others.

Paris Pierre Laval Rountes Euer

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