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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1935
Page
2
A fragmented narrative recalls 1835 tensions between Mexican General Cos and Texan settlers. It notes Bejar and Ugartechea’s efforts to avert war, Cos drafting a proclamation to reassure Texans, and the long shadow of Santa Anna’s aims as Texas teeters toward conflict.
Mexicans rally to the cause of Spain as a revolt unfolds in Mexico. The text recalls Jose Morelos and the historic struggle, with imagery of battle thunder and peons pouring forth under the banner of the Virgin of Guadalupe. The passage hints at a first revolt against Napoleon’s attempt to rule Chapultepec.
The document cites General Cos urging Texans to remain loyal to the Mexican government and warning that the Mexican army could occupy Texas or other sites like Oaxaca or Veracruz if needed. He insists Texans must back the Mexican state or face pressure, and he frames patriotism and obedience as essential while hinting at forced action against those who resist. The piece notes Cos’s provocative tone aimed at calming or inflaming Texan sentiment as the imperial conflict continues.
Melvin Purvis head of the Chicago FBI office announces resignation from the justice department to pursue new cities. Edgar Hoover approves the move as Purvis plans to stay in Chicago. he led the final search that killed Pretty Boy Floyd and directed Dillinger’s death, earning the G men a fearsome reputation. Appointing Mr Ladd to succeed Purvis was announced by the department of justice in Washington.
Woodlawn Hills residents protested to the county commissioners against J. W. C. Farmer’s plan to erect a tuberculosis sanitarium on Mount Vernon Place. Attendees included B. J. Harner Carleton Hagelstein Russell Ponder Mrs. A. W. Walitser and attorney Al Heck. The district attorney said the court lacked authority to act and advised civil injunction as an option.
Officers assigned to duty at the Reserve Officers' Training Corps camp at Camp Hults include Lieut. Col. John B. Lapsley as assistant camp commander and Lieut. Col. A. Burnett as battalion commander. Maj. L. H. Berety serves as executive officer, Capt. Harry Blount as adjutant, Capt. C. Ray Davis as supply officer, and Maj. M. M. Hackler as camp inspector. Most officers reside in Dallas, except Capt. Davis, a San Antonio resident.
Police say a suspect was arrested within an hour of the 35 cent hold up near FJ Paso and Sout Comal streets Thursday night. Willie Burnett of Taylor relayed details of the incident and noted a life was placed against his wife. Arrests were made by A. Walter and Carl Carcer, radio patroime.
Paris reports savants from an astronomical committee declare Mars lacks breathable oxygen with atmospheric content under 1 percent of Earth's. They allow for possible vegetation or animals, noting current readings and a moon eclipse temperature data around 242 to 143 degrees. A 1934 Pontiac coupe ad appears amid the fragments.
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