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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1932

Page

2

Farley Elected Chairman of Democratic Committee in Chicago

James A. Parley of New York was elected chairman by acclamation at Chicago tonight with Governor Roosevelt backing the move. John H. McCoory proposed Farley, a New Yorker and head of New York’s democratic central committee. The defeated John J. Raskob left a $470000 deficit report and notes to secure funds. Robert Jackson of New Hampshire was re elected secretary by acclamation. Jackson was one of the Roosevelt camp’s Four Horsemen.

Chicago LINS James A. Parley New York Franklin JD. Roosevelt Neon Committee Roosevelt Farrey John H. McCoory Brooklyn New Yorker New York Democratic Central Committee New York Boxing Commission John J. Raskob Sur County Trust Company Raskob Anive Roosevelt Machine Robert Jackson New Hampshire Democratic National Committee Homer S. Cummings Connecticut Cummings Jackson

Book Store Suit Amicably Settled

In a federal court Saturday the suit of W. E. Baldwin was amicably settled after consolidation with several cross suits by agreement of attorneys. Fred W. Kingdon, receiver of Gammell's Books, Austin, will handle the claim. The books will be returned to Baldwin.

W. EH. Baldwin Fred W.kingdon Gammell Fore of Austin Baldwin Law Books

Lost valuables ad via Light Classified Act ETSA

Occupant seeks return of purse or valuables announced under the Light Classified Act and ETSA. No extra charges apply. Call Gr. 3400 for details and collection.

ETSA TSA

Norris Fights Hoover Again

Senator Norris of Nebraska declared he will back Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt in the presidential race. He criticized Hoover’s record and framed the choice as a clash between organized monopoly and the common people, predicting progressive citizens nationwide will follow his lead in supporting Roosevelt.

Washington, D. C INS Norris Nebraska Franklin D. Roosevelt New York Hoover Alfred E. Smith Hoosewelt United States Roosevelt

Borah-Sheppard Ticket Proposed by Dry Crusader

Dr Clarence True Wilson a Methodist church activist endorses a dry third party with Borah as president and Morris Sneppard as running mate predicting a sweeping national victory. He condemns both Democratic and Republican platforms and argues prohibition has benefited morals and prosperity under past governance.

Dry Crusader Portland Ore Clarence True Wilson Methodist Church Borsh Morris Sneppard Dr. Wilson

Bandit Escapes With 20 After Trolley Holdup

A street car bandit stole about 20 dollars from A. M. Buggs, operator of the Lakeview street car, at the end of the line on Butz street. Buggs said the thief wore white shirt and white trousers and rode in as the sole passenger.

Bandit A. M. Buggs Lakeview Jine Butz Street Buggs

Women regarded for cabinet roles in Roosevelt era

Chicago July 3 Jins Farley hinted several women could join a Roosevelt administration if he wins the presidency. He stressed women deserve the same consideration as men in party affairs and indicated support for feminine political participation.

Chicago Franklin, D. Roosevelt James A Farley Roosevelt Farley Faosevell

Wisconsin U. Head Lands Wet Stand of Conventions

Chicago July with Dr Glenn Frank president of the University of Wisconsin declaring the Democratic repeal stand and Republican moist plank mark a fresh beginning for temperance and decency He says prohibition laws have become a magnet for the underworld and a highway for gangsters.

Wisconsin U. Head Cricago TNS Glenn Frank University of Wisconsin Lnst Prank Fort of

Borah Denies Move to Head Third Party Bid

Idaho Senator William E. Borah denied reports he favored heading a third party and condemned proposals for a prohibition platform. The telegram from Borah stated he had made no commitment and was not a candidate for president, despite inquiries from supporters and associations.

Borah Srd Role Idaho INS William E. Borah Republican Lar Karl Mhard Jerrty

Compromise bill relief plan outlined by conference committee

Washington July 2 A compromise general relief bill providing 1.89 billion for loans to states municipalities firms and individuals along with 300 million for public works was sent to drafting experts. The conference committee reconciling Wagner and Garver bills planned to offer the rewritten measure when Congress meets after recess. The bill notes a 1.5 billion fund for loans via the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and a 300.6 million distress aid fund with a 300.09 million public works program funded by the treasury.

Washington, D.C Wagner Garver Congress New York John N. Garner Texas Hoover Reconstruction Finance Corporation Treasury Department Norbeck South Dakota Senate

Medina Lake Rises Over Eleven Feet After Heavy Rains

Reports say Medina Lake swelled more than 11 feet due to heavy rains in the Medina River watershed. Water levels are rising at about nine inches per hour, with 23 feet to the spillway top and fishermen hopeful for better season ahead.

Medina Lake Medine River

Catholic university to crack down on cribbing in exams

Washington July 2 The board of deans at Catholic university approves a new rule to punish cribbing on exams. Students found guilty will be flunked in the examination and placed on one month probation. Four offenses mean expulsion.

Washington, D. C INS Catholic University Board of Deans

Secret Societies Reemerge in China After Kuomintang Decline

Unrest in China spurs a revival of secret societies once common before and after the revolution. Many clans fused with the Kuomintang, but as the nationalist party dissolves new secret groups are forming.

China Peiping Kuomintang

Weather Summary From Sunday Turbulent Across Regions

The report lists total precipitation for the period at 4.23 inches, with monthly and yearly totals noted. It mentions forecasts for Sunday evening, temperatures, and wind details across multiple cities and towns, including Montgomery and New York, in a periodical weather summary style.

Reyes EL Ameritas Dackeonville Pin Sconnan Cny Montgomery Ortekne Dalay N.Y Kinherna City

Weslaco Business Man Found Dead in Own Action

Weslaco Texas July 2 J X Smith was found shot to death today at his daughter Mrs RB B Morgan home The coroner s verdict was death by own action Smith a former Weslaco business man came here from Hot Springs Arkansas He is survived by his widow and five children

Weslaco Texas J. x. Smith B. Morgan Smith Hot Springs Ark

Ohio Firm Workers Build Own Golf Course

Cincinnati July 2 Employes of the Unions and Electric company financed and constructed a 3000 yard 36 stroke par golf course for their workers. It is said to be among the first industrial golf courses in the section of the country.

Ohio Cincinnati Unions and Electric Company

Barrington Celebrates Two Silver Weddings

Viscount Barrington, of Shrivenham Berkshire, marks his eighty fourth birthday and celebrates two silver wedding anniversaries, a rare distinction among twice married men.

Shrivenham Berkshire Eng Viscount Barrington

Committee to Decide Garner Ballot Action

In Dallas the committee weighs placing Hal Brennan of Laredo on the July Democratic primary ballot for Congress in the Fifteenth district to succeed John N. Garner. The decision rests with the state executive committee. secretary Albert Sidnby Johnston was unavailable. Filing had closed June 6 after Garner’s Chicago nomination.

Dallas Hal Brennen Laredo The American Legion Congress John N. Garmer Albert Sidnby Johnston State Committee Brennan Chicago Garner

Brennan Seeks Garner's Seat in Fifteenth District

Hal Brennan of Laredo announces for the Democratic nomination to run for the Fifteenth district seat held by John N Garner. The note is released from Chicago after Garner was nominated for vice president at the Democratic convention. The Brennan family details support from District Attorney John Walls headed organization.

Hal Brennan Garner Laredo American Legion Congress Fifteenth John N. Garner Brennan Chicago Speaker Garner Zarl Brennan John Walls

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