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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1932

Page

29

Mississippi Sales Tax Trial Marks Reform Push

Reporter visits Jackson Mississippi to study Governor Conner’s sales tax plan enacted May 1 as emergency funding, with opposition broken and early receipts exceeding expectations. The plan aims to cut property taxes later and broaden the tax base, while addressing inherited deficits and urging broader adoption by other states and national policy shifts.

Merryle Stanley Krurgyera Loc Jackson Miss Mississippi Mike G Conner Anti-Gales Tax League Merchada Missis Retell Bilbo Tanner Lee Lorial Alfiah

Bear Trap Set to Catch Days Bear Trap Set to Catch Days

Prohibition agents raided a boarding house operated by Boukuvlteh and found two drinks of whiskey. They then searched Boskovitch's barn, where a bear trap snapped shut as one agent probed the hay, and a gallon jug partially filled with whiskey was discovered.

Ragher Nervy Boskovitch Rodavon

Beggar Appears Before 10 Judges in Detroit Court

Frank Wright a 70 year old professional beggar has appeared before ten judges in Recorder's court Detroit with sentences ranging from probation to 30 days in the house of correction. He seeks each arrest and sentence as a matter of course.

Detroit Frank Wright Recorder's Court Wright House of Correction

Army Orders and Personnel Movements Across Regions

A wide array of military and administrative names appear, listing officers, units, and stations from WARHINGVON to Vancouver and Philadelphia. The roster-like item mentions Lt. Col. and various surnames, suggesting reorganizations, postings, and assignments across multiple locations and commands.

Penal colony on Capraia transformed into garden spot

Rome July 18 The island of Capraia one of Italy s most forbidding penal islands is being turned into a garden spot under the exiles Terraces olive trees and vineyards cover the volcano slopes A five mile line road to Mount Metals 1400 feet above sea level and farms dot the lower slopes Exiles population has grown from 150 to 293 with exile terms ranging five to ten years Most residents are transient

Rome Capraia Italy Mount Metals Sus Caprsiy

Obituary for Barbara Jean Coren and Antonia Baker

Obituary notices list Barbara Jean Coren aged 2 with funeral services Saturday at Travic Part Methodist Church officiated by Dr Gregory. Survivors include her parents Mr and Mrs Peston TL Coren and brother Edward. A second notice for Antonia Baker ages 15, a native of San Antonio, with survivors two daughters Mrs Z E Burks and Miss Peas Baicce, plus other grandchildren.

Barbara Jean Coren Car Gregory Travic Part Methodist Church Peston TL Coren Edward Antonia Baker Ree Gan Antonio Dellas Z. E. Burks Miss Peas Baicce Gadlye Gvatadewidren San Antoula

Funeral for Fred Murning Cafe Owner Held Tuesday

Funeral services for Fred Murning a 12 year old cafe owner found dead in the San Antonio river near the aft arsenal street bridge will be held Tuesday afternoon at Riche's chapel Harting is survived by his widow Mrs Rachel Hartung and sister Miss Emma Mouckentutf of Houston A verdict of death by own action was returned by Justice of the Peace John Shooknet the body showed a bullet wound.

Fred Murning San Antonio Aft Arsenal Street Bridge Riche The Peace John Shooknet

Widow's Island Set as Bird Refuge in Worth Haven

The island near North Haven is approved as a new bird refuge after transfer from the Navy to the state agricultural department. It will protect waterfowl from noise and hunting, offering a safe haven for feathered life. The project aims at creating a quiet sanctuary where birds can breed with minimal disturbance. The Light's Free Rental Directory is out in July listings.

Widow's Island Worth Haven North Haven Navy Department Lino Agricultural Department Daland

Aid for 401 families in six Texas flood counties

Red Cross reports aid early for 401 families representing 3017 people in Kerr LaSalle McMullen Medina Uvalde and Zavala counties after the recent flood. Sixty one homes destroyed and 187 badly damaged with crops ruined across 25 500 acres. Local surveys in Live Oak and D H a nis describe extensive damage and refugee care as wells and food supplies are organized.

Albert Evans American Red Cross Kerr LaSalle McMullen Medina Uvalde Zavaila Red Cross Sherr Evans Live Oak Rowan Live Oak County Rive Hed Cross Frio Ory Arle Edward McLean D'Hanis Sarily Te Tabie Carle McLean Batesville Herusband Frin Zavala Énergetica Widniey Persquitel Byang San Antonio Iave

Bandit Is Slain in Police Ambush Near Bank Heist

In Greenville Georgia a police ambush halted a bank robbery at the Bank of Grantville with $1700 taken. The robber Arthur Pendergrast 28 was killed as he fled toward the main street. two accomplices Garver 40 and Vinson 27 were captured. Local authorities identified the slain bandit and noted the arrests.

Greenville Bank of

Gold Nugget Found in Chicken Crop Report

Poor legible fragment notes a find in a chicken crop during a local Gloverville dispatch. Unclear names and dates hinder full context and details of the discovery and parties involved.

Gloversville Oliver Oman al Aay

Fragmented Deeds and Property Transfers Listed in City Ledger

A dense catalog of deeds filed and property transfers is summarized, naming multiple individuals, blocks, and dates. The document records numerous real estate transactions, heirs, and investitures across city blocks, segments, and subdivisions with varied dates from 1852 through 1992.

Unclear 19th Century Market Notes From New York and New Orleans

Fragmented OCR notes describe commodity prices and market activity across New York and New Orleans. References include cottonseed oil, sugar, and tobacco with various per pound and per hundred weight figures, plus scattered mention of buyers, sellers, and shipping terms. The text is garbled and omits clear events or dates.

Unfavorable Trade Balance Reported in July

Washington July 16 report shows June imports exceeded exports by TM million, marking an unfavorable trade balance for the first time this year. The department announced the data as part of its regular economic review.

Washington, D. C

Wheat price hits all time record low in market update

Chicago July 16 Wheat futures fell to record lows near 44 42 and closed down amid fears Congress may adjourn without tax relief on trading and weak spring crop data. September and December contracts slid from opening levels as corn and other grains showed mixed results with insights into deliveries and short covering.

Chicago Board of Rad Beryuit England Chicsgo

Liverpool Cotton Opens With Stable Prices

Liverpool cotton market opens with steady prices and limited activity. Traders report cautious bidding as futures show subdued movement amid supply concerns and global demand hesitancy.

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