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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1931

Page

2

Texas Red River Toll Bridge Controversy Fades

A long dispute between Oklahoma and Texas over free public bridges across the Red River reached a pivotal point as federal and state efforts culminated in the construction and dedication of three new toll-free spans linking Gainesville to Ardmore and neighboring towns. Despite prior court battles and congressional hearings, the bridges remained closed to free travel as authorities negotiate ownership, toll rates, and opening plans.

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Libel charge filed on oA negro pastor

Complainants accuse a Fort Worth preacher of criminal libel in print in articles linked to Brotherbon Vere and a local scandal. W. Sitney Littman and M. R. McClihan represent Walton and others, with multiple complainants naming alleged defamatory pieces about African American figures and local institutions. Additional items reference beauty shop workers and local businesses in the same period.

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Fire in Education Board Building Curbed by Workers

A small blaze started near the rear of the Education Board building and was extinguished by workers before the fire department arrived. Fire crews contained the flames, with no serious injuries reported.

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Revival Under Way at Tidings Church

Revival efforts continue at Tidings Church as planning and services proceed. Speakers and volunteers organize events aimed at community outreach with a focus on renewal and engagement.

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Urged toad roads urgency amid railroad credit collapse

J G Wastington Fairman 2 Dick chairman of the railroad securities holders committee urges immediate action to aid air roads, likening railroad credit collapse to Germany's failure. Interstate Commerce Commission discussed railroad credit losses as state bonds fell and German bonds dropped, while banks and insurers with railroad holdings intervene amid instability.

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Tenans Plan New Sea Hop to Tokio Route

The text describes a planned sea hop flight to Tokio by pilots including Vatteral Beeviee and others. They aim to fuel in Seattle and depart if weather allows, with propulsion work on Wasp engines and a aims to reach Tokio. The mission faces prior delays and competition from Texans, with supply lines and timing tied to favorable conditions near Nene.

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Rio Grande flood threat grows after heavy rains

Rainfall reports show San Antonio area totals of 2.98 inches Friday night and 1.07 inches Saturday. Rio Grande City reports river stage near 21 feet with potential for higher water as rains continue along the valley. Officials warn of flood danger and possible evacuation as the upper Rio Grande valley faces rising water.

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