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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1931

Page

25

Capper Favours Prosperity Loan Plan

Senator Arthur Capper argues for a five billion dollar prosperity loan to fund public improvements, maintain living standards, and reduce unemployment. He contends such a program would be productive, not dole, and offer national development with lasting benefits if adopted soon. He acknowledges the cost but frames it as a path out of depression through constructive public works.

Arthur Capper United States Kansne Universal Service Wartiingson D.C Dilly Mr. Hearst Thia Hearst Joan i Congress Jigar Miunent Nationa Julien

Letters claim irregular awarding of school millwork contracts

A group of seven firms signs a letter to the board accusing the 1929 bond program awards of favoritism and secrecy. They claim architects and firms were chosen improperly and demand board review at the next meeting. Names include W. Gillison Sr and Beverly Silman among others.

Educaton Architectu Ie Lerma Wat Hearas Priday Ila Ers W. Sgillaon Sr Beverly W. Silman Herff Wal Clyde Williams Horm Wi Williams Roeleo Dow AL Te Dirlmann

Woman Violates Dry Law to Buy Frijoles and Fridges

A woman, identified as Kunwiti, says she violated the dry law to raise money for fridges for her ailing husband Manniin Todriguez of Lambensa. She was held in city jail on a federal charge pending a fund-raising appeal. a second arrest involved Padre Hernandez, 40, arraigned for crossing the border at Hagin Dans via Tin Grande, detained on $500 bond.

Manniin Todriguez Kunwiti Tillman Smith Padre Ternandez Jawa Hagin Dans

French Fliers Still in Russia Plans Undecided

In Moscow reports say three French airmen Joseph Lebris Marcus Borch and Teens Mesinin remain in Russia after a crash near Niji Udinek Sibrrin during their attempted non stop flight to the Pacific. Their route involved leaving Swileingk by train for Maosninw with civil aviation authorities coordinating their return and the fliers were believed to be in Willinsk.

Moscow Cim Iiny Riring Jlmts Trench Joseph Lebris Marcus Borch Mesinin Niji Udinek Sibrrin Pacis Cokin Maosninw Civil Aviation Beinla Tere

Radio Talk to Hit Texas Fee System Reform

A Texas radio discussion addresses cutting or eliminating charges for council tables over wartime conditions. Speaker Talbert, president of the Lexar Cannte Inetionn af tie Veare anil Canstilion' Association, pledges support to push a bill reform. The talk outlines changes aimed at easing fee burdens and extending the fee system overhaul.

Texas Ponce Kong Pring Talbert Lexar Anil Canstilion’ Associationy Tre

Miss Mackeill and Cagney To Co Star in New Picture

Hollywood gossip draws from film industry chatter about Dorothy Mackaill and James Cagney in a forthcoming project. Mentions potential adaptation by Kenyon Nickolson and Glosman Bright, with Roy Del Louth handling art and location notes. Chapter hints at production delays, international travel plans, and other stars’ activities in preproduction buzz.

Miss Mackeill Cagney Crewure Esi Jakers Dave Jocken Dorothy Mackaill Lovelaly Jon Wancock Bee Dot We Qh U Wai

City to pick attorney. multiple applications reviewed

Mayor G. M. Chambers said several applications exist for the city attorney position, decision not yet made, with the appointment not expected before next week. The office was established last Monday by ordinance, and the attorney will handle no major work now while addressing utility rate disputes and telephone rate increases through May 1933.

Auecia Oil Chambers Wriday Anit Eines 39

Parish and City Officers Clash Over Gaming Law

In New OnDgans Iowa authorities clashed over enforcing anti gambling laws. About 109 bookmaking venues were shut and 56 bookmakers were indicted. Police Superintendent H T Myers said raids would be prioritized if law enforcement was not carried out. District Attorney Eugene Stanley warned that special deputies could be used to enforce the law.

Iowa H. T. Myers Eugene Stanley Myers

Board to Inspect Sites for Negro Junior High School

A special committee of the board of education will inspect sites for a Negro junior high school in East End. The committee includes King, president. Cochrane, superintendent. and Mrs Sella Eves Walker. Residents fear the location near Portland Avenue could depress property values and deepen racial tensions.

Sitta Negro Jadide High School East Board of Ahication Canniata Mes FB. King C. Cochrani Pening Sella Eves Walker Piltmandiivan Parking Almloiioh Jirotoulsky Wink Vere Cnnse

Thieves Steal Cash and Clothes in Fort Ham Houston Robberies

Military police report multiple break ins at Fort Ham Houston barracks. Loot includes $9 in cash and $100 in clothing. Alvin Stewart loses $90 and $100 in checks from under a mat in room A. Mrs. C. G. Sanz reports $125 in clothing stolen from a local hotel burglar.

Tell Eridar Hergeant Ds Maloukia Fort Ham Houston Alvin Stewart Stoo Mat Ireea C. G

Steam Turbines for Battleships Auctioned in Navy Yard

Fragmentary OCR reports a sale or procurement note on steam turbines for battleships. The pieces indicate a $300,000 figure, references to steam turbines and an island location, with unclear surrounding context. Preserved entities include naval or military terms and a named place, but details are incomplete.

Land Owners to Appear Before Board for Property Revaluation

Land owners will be notified to appear before the board on revaluation of property values for tax equalization. The board is reviewing properties and comparing figures with the tax assessor to identify wide variances that trigger notices.

Ti Stover Albert

Terrapins to Enter Races at Fort Slockitan

Readable fragments speak of Terrapins entering races at Fort Slockitan with mentions of Old Fort, Spring City, and notable locals such as Roy Henn and Moy Uru. The garbled text references the Chamber of Commerce, farmers, and a state governor name Sammithe amid a mix of place names including Pecos and Oklahoma counties.

Roy Henn Tudge Woy Ron Banates Inn Dude Bean Pecos Emony Veerell, Crockett Val Verte Countie Sammithe Oklahomy Jon Heldegel Ignaise Fram

Veteran Report Missing With Vague Details

A veteran named T. J. Dunteting from Fourtti sheet is reported missing by his wife. The notice mentions he had been mining from Wis ome since Wednesday and left to attend no dance, with the wife stating concerns about his condition and possible travel.

T. J. Dunteting Hatelrius Enid

Stop Clock To Save Money

SINTON Texas officials cut costs by stopping courthouse clocks and removing top hours. An order also linked phones in the courts house to reduce expenses, reflecting local austerity measures amid ongoing public savings efforts.

Sinton Texas San Paterela County Courts House

Bowe Plot On Church Fire Traced To Internal Faction

A fragmentary report describes a church blast or fire tied to internal faction activity. Eyewitness notes indicate a chaotic scene at a cathedral with damaged interiors and debris, while investigators pursue a motive linked to local power struggles.

San Angelo Lawyer Shona Buneril Services Death Notice

San Angelo attorney Shona Buneril died last night after a prolonged illness. Funeral services were held for the late attorney at locations yet to be announced.

San Angelo Shona Ta Hey Tle Cirera Locues

Turtle Yorktown Tale Offers Carving Clue At Bay

A fragmentary note hints at a carving found in a bay, possibly from a long voyage. The item, described in rough terms, suggests an older craft or message tied to a historic site near Yorktown and could point to a past journey or story.

Yorktown

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