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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1939

Page

3

Atrocities in Loyalist Prisons Told by Victim

Survivor recounts brutal torture under Russian controlled authorities in Valencia. Describes confinement in boxes, forced confessions, and death by exposure. Recalls nun’s corpse fed to a prisoner as part of a torture ritual, with others crushed by inhumane treatment. Read tomorrow for more episodes in Captain Raab’s Spanish prison ordeal.

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Chilean Volcano Hikes Peril After Earthquakes

Biobio province governor warns interior ministry that Antuco volcano remains active after weeks of quakes. An earthquake shock was felt in La Serena with thousands of workers removing fallen debris amid mass casualties. Health orders require vaccination for typhus and smallpox. Cabinet approves conscription for relief, a banking moratorium until Feb 24, and rent relief measures. Public works estimate Creacion damages at 38272 dollars.

Chile Biobio Sola Later Interior Antuco la Serena Minister of Health Slricken Representiatives Department of Public Works Cenrepcion

Dancers fete Fir Birthday and Infantile Paralysis drive

Washington observers mark Sixtysixth birthday of Franklin D Roosevelt with seven capital balls and a breakfast at a gold plate hotel attended by Mrs Roosevelt and actors. Police escorted celebrities and the president hailed infantile paralysis fight as a common enemy. Treasury report shows January receipts and expenditures with a growing federal balance and rising debt.

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Windsors Plan Return To England Uncertain

London January 31 The Duke of Windsor indicated he would likely not return to England for at least six months. In replying to the British Legion invitation, he and the Duchess said their plans to visit next summer are not sufficiently advanced to accept.

London Duke of Windsor England West Wales British Legion Nimacls

AFL surveys lineup on ill

The American Federation of Labor executive council began a survey of the congressional legislative situation to gauge how lawmakers may align on proposals to amend the Wagner Act. The council seeks strategy to pass the omnibus bill in the Senate and House, amid mixed views within the federation and opposition from John L. Lewis allies.

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Indictment Sought in Flight Case Involving Bank Aide

Grand jury hearings in Criminal District Court moved forward as Dietzmann and Mann testified. Subpoenas were issued for Matt Nance of Frost National Bank and Western Union staff Vivian Howard and Paul Schutee. Edwin Uecker, district attorney chief investigator, was to be heard as investigators pursued links to a financier and a fourth party.

Mike Rain California Difference Shock Assistants Dietzmann Mann Dietamnnn Zafly Grand Jury Criminal District Court ASK Matt Nance Frost National Bank Shock Aids Vivian Howard Western Union Telegraph Company Dvalde Paul Schutee

Burglar Ties Up Clyde’s Vending Case at 6100 Somerset

Police report a burglar rifled a cigarette vending machine at Clyde’s place 6100 Somerset Tuesday, stealing $20. Other Monday night break ins targeted Jim Riley 4702 South Press Street trunk clothing and 8 diamond rings, Jack Casanova SIL Jennings Street clothing, Louise Lurber 407 Guilt Street watch, A C Chaffee 41 St Charles clothing and old coins, Frances Amaya 207 Wyoming Street $4.35, J W Kitchum 618 Dawson Street 026, Frazer Tavern 2922 South Flores milk goat, Earl Razzell 3325 South Laredo Street pocket, at El Paso and Navidad. The Rev M A Valenta of St Francis Catholic Church 296 Morales Street reported a large fold plated crucifix stolen.

Clyde’s Place Somerset Road Jim Riley South Press Street Jack Casanova Sil Jennings Louise Lurber Guilt Street A. C. Chaffee St. Charles Street Frances Amaya Wyoming Street J. W. Kitchum Dawson Street Frazer Tavern South Flores Street Earl Razzell South Laredo Street el Paso Navidad Atresta M. A. Valenta Francis’ Catholic Church Morales Street

Soybean as Food in Forage Crops Gain Popularity

The soybean, grown chiefly as forage feed in this country, is gaining popularity as a food source. Researchers note its versatility and potential to diversify diets and rural farming practices amid evolving agricultural trends.

Sanity trial for Frank Bushick Jr denied by judge

Judge W W McCrory overruled a motion to reopen the sanity case of Frank Bushick Jr, son of a former tax commissioner and indicted for theft and bribery in a personal property assessment racket. The defense alleged newly discovered evidence from a farm employee and notes Bushick’s self representation as a judge during treatment at Battle Crank during the summer of 1987.

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Refugees and deaths mark Spanish border drift into France

Jan 31 Pont of Perpignan France reports exposure and hunger toll rising among refugees at the Franco Spanish border. Officials say at least 50 died recently and perhaps 100 more in various posts Cerbere Le Perthus Bourg Madame. About 5000 admitted to France yesterday while 60,000 had crossed earlier. Weather and border defenses stabilize area as Catalan army shifts toward Valencia amid insurgent attacks.

Perpignan France Cerbere le Perthus Bourg-Madame Valencia

Bage Pay Bond Study Slated

Directors of Southwest Texas Property owners association and the San Antonio Real Estate board plan a Wednesday session to decide if they should urge a bond election to fund wages for police and firemen. They oppose bond issuance without a public vote and earlier met in Austin with the Bexar delegation. State Senator J Franklin Speyer delayed action on the wage law bill until groups decide their course.

Southwest Texas Property Owners, Association San Antonio Bexar County Austin J. Franklin Speyes

Ed Franklin Rites Set at Floresville

Ed Franklin longtime vice president and director of First City National Bank of Floresville died Monday. Funeral services were to be held at First Baptist Church in Floresville at 2 PM Tuesday afternoon, with interment to follow in Floresville Cemetery.

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Eureka Springs Water touted for kidney relief in San Antone

Do you suffer with kidney trouble and low energy The ad promotes Eureka Springs Water from Eureka Springs Arkansas as a natural remedy claiming thousands have benefited It suggests trying the remedy at small cost with a five gallon bottle priced around 1500 cents and offers a free testimonial circular

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Studebaker Dominates Gilmore Yosemite Economy Test

Studebaker Commanders captured the annual Gilmore Yosemite economy classic on January fifth, averaging 25.78 miles per gallon. The stock Studebaker President Fight won first place, defeating rival makes in a display of exceptional fuel efficiency and value.

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