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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1938

Page

15

F D R Enters Ohio Politics

President Roosevelt campaign speech in Marietta Ohio praises Senator Bulkley in the Northwest Territory anniversary stop. He emphasizes cooperative security and government efficiency while urging citizens to support reorganization measures. The journey from Washington included remarks on frontier policy and social progress.

Marietta Ohio Hoosevelt Robert J. Bulkley Bulkley George White Northwest Territory Davey Barkley White Northwest Benator Bulkley Sesteribeti Roosevelt Rooreyblt Tom Sue Washington Marlette Covington

Chandler Leaves as Roosevelt Speaks at Kentucky Rally

In Covington Kentucky Governor A B Chandler refused to remain for President Roosevelt address and warned he would eject the president from the event Thousands filled the Louisville trade course for the speech expected to back Majority Leader Alben Barkley in the Democratic primary Chandler positioned as a Roosevelt rival in August race while promoting Kentucky support for Roosevelt era measures.

Covington Roosevelt A. B. Chandler Frehkioyt Chandler Albent W. Barkley Barkley Kenstucky

Bullitt denounces civilian bombings in France attack

Ambassador Bullitt condemned attacks on civilians in Reims and criticized nations using murder of innocents as policy. He offered no counterpoint in a telex and noted an honorary distinction in his residence nearby.

Bullitt Reims France Jay Willan Gy Bullitt Reding Clky Nath

Gran Chaco Peace Pact Looms Between Nations

Buenos Aires reports indicate Bolivia and Paraguay agreed on arbitration basics and a final Gran Chaco treaty could be signed within days to end their long border dispute. Negotiators approved arbitration procedures and a preliminary protocol was circulated in La Paz and Asuncion.

Buenos Aires UPI Bolivia Paraguay Gran Chaco Newizal Paraesuay

Slump in Relief Requests Drops City Off Relief Rolls

In Cleveland an average of about 110 persons daily sought to be removed from city relief rolls, far below the 2652 figure earlier in the year. Acting relief supervisor Catherine M. Cronin attributed the decline to a business pickup and WPA absorption. The city rolls were reduced by more than 160 workers weekly as they secured industrial jobs.

Cleveland Catherine M. Cronin Miss Cronin WPA

Methodist Observe Week Of Christian Fellowship

Bishop Frederick T. Keeney of Chicago urged all members of the Methodist Episcopal Church to join a week of Christian fellowship. The observance runs from Monday, November 4, to Sunday, November 26, across 24,000 U.S. congregations.

Avanston Frederick T. Keeney Chicago Methodist Episcopal, Chrch

Membership Transfer Sets New NYSE Price Peak

Arrangements were completed today for a New York Stock Exchange membership transfer at $80,000, up $12,000 from the prior sale and the highest since November. The latest price marks a 57 percent rise over the 20 year low set June 15 this year when $61,000 was paid for a seat on the floor.

Stock Exchange New York New York Stock Exchange

Girl Window Jumper Saved After Hotel Fall

Muriel Strong, 24, leaped from a sixth floor New York hotel window but landed safely in a life net. A Los Angeles man, Sidney Smith, 37, was questioned but not charged. Firemen and witnesses credited the rescue. Strong’s condition described as not serious.

New York Muriel Strong X Life Jeff Charles McGowan Sidney Smith Los Angeles Smith McGowan William McRode

San Antonio pool cleanup plan moves to Park Commission

Rubiola to meet with the Junior Chamber committee to push an immediate pool improvement plan for Wead Lawn Lake Concepcion Park and other city pools. Health officials urge chlorination fencing showers foot-tubs and daily moats, with a 10 cent adult 5 cent child levy discussed to fund upgrades.

Park Commission Rubiola San Antonio Chamber of Enmumerce Health Board Park Tales Board 4. Berchelmann Berchelmann Junior Chamber Comerce Weadlawn Lake Concepcion Park Ievy Bublola George Tucker Rubiolas W. A. King Junior Chamber of Commerce City Health Brackenridge San Pedro

July 14 Set for Seadlund Execution in Chicago

Federal Judge John P. Barnes set July 14 as the execution date for Jont Reply Seadlund. He was condemned to die in the electric chair for kidnapping Charles Ross, a retired Chicago greeting card manufacturer, last September.

Seadlund Chicago John P. Barnes Jont Charles Ross Lsst

British French Seek To Save China Stake

Britain and France plan joint pressure to push Chiang Kai-shek toward peace with Japan. They fear Japan’s continued invasion will sever coastal China from Shanghai to Indochina, jeopardizing British and French investments in South China. Aims include a halt to hostilities and possible armistice while the Runkow government remains in Beijing.

China Washington INS Great Britain France Chiang Kai-Ghek Japan Hongkong Truto-China Shanghai Indo- China Manchukuo Runkow

Missing San Antonio Bride Search Seeks Dorothy Rhodes

Mrs Dorothy Rhodes wife of HG Dusty Rhodes head of the citys identification bureau disappeared after leaving home for a theater They believe amnesia from recent illness contributed The couple married three months ago on July 5 Police radio alerts and local stations aid the search The 20 year old woman is 510 tall 110 pounds with brown hair and eyes and a fair complexion

Priday San Antonio Love Dorothy Rhodes Dusty") Rhodes Bureau of Identification Wharton Avenue Rhodes Somal Maha Carsed

Missouri River Flood Levels Rise and Fall at Pacific Junction

Weather and flood report from Pacific Junction Iowa notes the Missouri River's level dropping slightly after peaks not seen in 44 years. Residents expect continued drop today with a potential rise tomorrow due to heavy rainfall upstream. The item also references a sensational tale from The American Weekly about a farmer's wife poisoning her husband.

Missouri River Pacific Junction Iowa Missouri C. D. Delashmutt Jugualavia Mgga Svtechy

Governor Allred Fights Tax Increase For School Funding

Governor Allred charged the state education board and tax board with attempting to raise the ad valorem tax rate to fund schools for 1988 4 term. He said only legislative action can raise school funding and noted estimates suggested by the education board would require a higher rate. The dispute centers on apportionment, tax rates, and funding levels for public schools and the roles of state agencies in determining the allocation.

Austin J James WY Allred State Board of Education Avlamede Tax Board Tax Board Board of Education Neltier Wis Ox Consiliu Education Board Affred State Department Automatic Tax Boards Tex Board Jammer Jan

Bomb Kills Four in Jerusalem as Attacks Grow

A Jerusalem bomb blast at Jaffa Street area killed four Arabs and wounded about 30 as unrest spreads. British ships and troops reinforced Haifa and Amman saw strikes in sympathy with Arab victims, raising nine day tolls to 37 dead and 150 injured. The British cruiser Repulse arrived to bolster security.

Jerusalem Jaffa Great Britain Aftab David's Tower Hebron Black Watch Amman Transjordan Palestine Haifa

Weather forecast for San Antonio amid heat and drought

The government meteorologist predicted a hotter day for San Antonio and vicinity with highs around 96 degrees. Clouds would lift humidity, bringing discomfort, and drought conditions in Bexar County threaten cooling showers Friday. Weatherman Jarboe cautioned temperatures may ease slightly if the thermometer readings allow, as a storm area north of the region shows potential but may not reach San Antonio.

San Antonio San Antonians H. Jarboe Bexar County Wcuter Jarboe Russia

Decline Shown in Car Truck Sales

New York reports June sales of General Motors cars and trucks to consumers totaling 76,071 units, down from May and last year. Dealer sales in June reached 72,595, with year over year declines. In the U S and Canada, total dealer shipments hit 101,008 Arabs and Jews tensions rise as Haifa riot injures three Jews. Governor Moore confirms security measures in Sea Girt amid clashes between Jewish and Arab communities.

New York General Motors United’ States Unite States Ee Ie Uniteget Tiqops Moreines Thee Canada Haifa Moore A. Harry Moore

Japan's drive toward Hankow stalls amid guerrilla bands

Japanese forces facing new danger from guerrilla bands on widely separated fronts. Two towns captured today served as bases for attacks on the Linghai railway. Forty irregular divisions concentrate in the mountainous Shansi region, harassing garrisons. The Hankow drive stalled near Hukow, about 15 miles away, with skirmishes reported.

Japan Harkan Linghal Mountaladus Shansi Hankow China Hukow

Arsonist Sought After Major Bay Area Warehouse Fire

San Francisco and Oakland police hunt an arsonist after a spectacular waterfront warehouse blaze that destroyed much of a Southern Pacific yard. Nine firefighters were treated for minor injuries as the fire caused an estimated 295000 loss, the third warehouse fire in days noted by Fire Marshal Frank Kelly.

San Francisco Oakland Sana Francisco Bay Area Southern Pacific Frank Kelly

Blind Man Opposes Continued U S Aid in Letter

Harrisburg July reports a blind man Albert J. Bush requests discontinuation of his 10 month pension and says railroad retirement aid suffices for his needs with no dependents. Secretary of Public Assistance Ar tur W Howe Jr notes the request.

U. S Harrisburg Artur W. Howe Jr Penetha Albert JB. Bush Bush

Fire Department to Burn Down House in San Francisco

Ban Francisco firemen will host a day of a house burn at the residence of Sam Mexith, a property condemned by the city health department. Mexith said he thought it would be cheaper to burn it rather than demolish it, and the fire department took the contract.

King Jan Antonio Bracken ‘Idge Park Eingraid State Heart Department Brackenridge Quin Alamo Helgits San Antonio C.K. Quin Rubielz Rubiola Ban Francisco Sam Mexith Health Department Mexita Fives Department

Mystery of The Injured Ankle in London

American actress Clare Jake sustained a grazed ankle after a door slammed during a targa plane entry. She denies shooting herself, saying she was at a cocktail party in Chelsea after Wednesday night flying with friends.

London Clare Jake Chelsea Daily Mail Juce Ae Amina Norihholf Tan Eng

New Arrival Receives Lei From Honolulu

A brief notice announces the welcome of a baby born to Lieutenant and Mrs. J. A. Guenther stationed at Brooks Field. The infant arrived June 9, with family and friends sending leis from Honolulu as part of a traditional greeting.

Honolulu Allminti Harriet Guenther J. A. Guenther Brooks Field

Weather snapshot for San Antonio area and regions

Partly cloudy through Friday night and Saturday with light to variable winds. Fr iday temperatures reach a high near 36 degrees and Saturday morning drops to about 74. Saturday may see a high near 96 with unsettled conditions near the coast and moderate coastal winds. East Texas shows partial clouds and unsettled coastal weather. West Texas generally fair Friday night and Saturday with lighter winds inland.

San Antonio Dagress East Texas Weat Texas

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