Lulu the hen lays four eggs defying explanation
Floyd Bullard of 243 Helena street notices Lulu the hen acting unsettled before laying four eggs in one day two small and three large with no shells. He considers her odd behavior, while nearby neighbors avoid her and he plans to tell Robert Ripley. A reader notes widespread book theft at the library, with many titles taken and later returned, sometimes after years.
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Floyd Bullard
Helena Street
Bretima
Lulu
Mr. Ballard
Robert Ripley
Uff
Hopkins County Coroner Candidate Ad Scrape
A reader sends an old political advertisement from the Macsonville Messenger, clipping a spoofish 1932 Hopkins County coroner race item. The text mocks a candidate who boasts marriage plans and vows, urging voters to support the party on August 6 1932 amid satirical critique.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madisonville
Macsonville Messenger
Hopkins
Ker
Tuman
Wali
Court records show fines for drunkenness and local figures
Fragmentary note recounts court actions with fines of 33 for drunkenness and mentions individuals linked to Alamo Heights and university plans. It references Caraing and others in a scattered form, noting retirees, former athletic connections, and visits to Houston. The text preserves names and places in a hazy, archival tone.
House Fire Causes Seven Hundred Dollar Loss
A small premise at 614 Thigh street suffered a fire that caused about $700 in damages. Investigators and local authorities, including Marcus Titler, noted the loss while securing the scene and assessing potential causes.
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Bil Vina
Thigh Street
Nremen
Actin Trevet
Marcus Titler
le Ratyaln
Arene
Craener
Rtaal Annes
Negro Voters Seek Higher Court Ruling On Primary Ban
Fourth Court of Appeals will be asked to reconsider its ruling that the Democratic party may exclude black voters from primary participation. Attorney Jar Wright Jenifer said a motion for reconsideration and to seek a Supreme Court ruling will be filed. The decision came after a state convention vote barring Negroes from the primary and an injunction temporarily halted by Judge G. Tayloe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Court of Civ
Democratic Party
Jar Wright Jenifor
D. A
Johnson
Priday
Sumeine Court
State Officira
Fourth Court
Jash
G. Tayloe
Forty-fith
Overnight thefts draw police attention in city
Police probe a spree of overnight thefts across multiple locations. Items stolen include an electric tote from Saunders Furniture at 605 South Alamo, cigarettes from C F Hendricks 1500 block Fulton, money and food from Polar Bear at 720 Broadway, a pocket book with a 260 check from W T Klaus, and a suit from Crockell Hotel. Prowlers were expelled from several residences, including L 2 McKinney 2924 Wes Commerce and F T Cunningham 115 West Woodlawn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fridin
Saunders Funilure Company
South Alamo Street
C.F. Hendricks
Fulton Avenue
Broadway
Five Day Week Affects Immigration Office in L A
Affected offices will implement a five day work week following an economy budget. The immigration office in San Antonio will observe the change, with Saturdays previously off now tied to the new schedule. Employees receive no pay for Saturdays until 24 days’ pay are earned, and details vary by department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Immigration Office
L. A
Federal
San Antonio
Lie Joel
Moneiny
Monkey Leads Chase Through Trees Near Leahorns Aid West Gonthert
A monkey eluded officers and moved through a treetop chase in the Leahorns area near West Gonthert. Charles Meadows and A. D. Baweedo led a group pursuing the primate as it swung from root to limb, with a halt near the roadway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monkey
Finlay
Leahorns
West Gonthert
Alvin
Palleemon Charles Meadows
A. D. Baweedo
Negro Seeks Two Minutes To Leave City
Cornelius Thomas of Dallas asks a judge for two minutes to depart the city. In a Dallas Corporation Court vagrancy case, Judge Matlock notes Thomas is a worker and asks how long to stay. Thomas says two minutes, then exits toward Dallas.
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Negro
Judge
Cornelius Thomas
Dallas
Thomas Wasbrough
All
Matlock
Corporation Court
Thomas
Cornelius
Donkey Ride Injury and Town Accidents Report
A broken right arm followed a donkey incident involving Jack Byars. Young Marin Wright 7, and Raymond Robar 3, both from local addresses, were admitted for bruises and an alcohol-related stomach pump respectively. A man, Jack Baldwin 34, was treated for a foot wound from tin can work. Antonio Wolff 45 sustained a crushed hand in a rock incident. All were taken to Robert B. Green Memorial Hospital for treatment.
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Jack Byars
Germeire Street
Robert B. Green Memorial Hospital
Marin
D. Wright
Indiana Street
Raymond Robar
Belmont Street
Jack Baldwin
North Laredo Street
Robert B. Green Hospital
Antonio Wolff
East Ashby Place
Man Arraigned on Bird Law Charge
M. Bogle formerly of Memphis faced a $1900 bond after arraignment on a Tennessee migratory bird law violation. He allegedly trapped and shipped 2126 birds, mainly quail and pew whites, from November 1929 to April 1, 1931, across the country. He pleaded not guilty and awaits a August 9 hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Bogle
Memphis
Tennessee
United States
la Tennessee
Bowie
Bogle
League Urges Drive on Gambling in San Antonio
Pederd state and municipality leaders were urged by the Citizens' league to intensify enforcement of gambling laws. Vice-chairman Dickson cited racketeering in San Antonio, with one operator allegedly earning 3000 dollars daily from the lottery business and paying out about 700 dollars daily in prizes. Slot machines and punch boards were spotlighted as prevalent. copies of the letter went to US district attorneys, the county attorney, sheriff, constable, and city and state officials.
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Muntcipau
Citizens’ League
Caariel M. Dickson
League
Ageals
Itt
She Is Ague
San Antonio
Dickson Sic
Jonn D. Huylman
United States District
Atiarmey
Walter Tynan
Atlarmey
DT. F. Davis
Albert Hausser
Aheriff
Will W Wood
CG. M. Chambers
Phil Wright
James V. Allred
Alloryney
Medina Parmer Enters Voluntary Bankruptcy Action
Medina Parmer filed for voluntary bankruptcy after Hubert W. Butts petitioned, claiming assets totaling 4465 with liabilities at 38295.32. The listing covers household items, furniture, utensils, wearing apparel, books, portraits, horses, cattle, hogs, an automobile, and farm machinery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medina Parmer
Medline County
McMillan Sridey
Hubert W. Butts
Butts
Honda
Medina County
Witness T-Runner Struck After High Speed Chase in City
A two-vehicle crash and high speed chase left several injured when a driver struck a pedestrian and a car, then fled before being caught and jailed by police. Witness James Sweeney of 207 Carolina Street reported the incidents near Brazos and Vera Cruz streets. Police said two victims, Sara 14 and others, were treated at local hospitals.
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James Sweeney
Carolna Street
David al. Sara
Chihuahua
Brazos
Vera Croy
Tan Giles
Mus
M. M. Smith
Alawia Street
Rex May
A. Wilkencon
B. Greco
Wong
Austin Street
Wong de Hay
Minile de Hay
Chris Dung
Victoria Street
Walen
Marlin Ne Fini Martos
Lakerta Une Lee
U8 Judge Softens Deportation Order
A court hears two Mexican youths Alberto Plates Linn and Jose Mauro Golmules admit illegal entry seeking work. The judge orders a softened deportation, directing officials to deport them as close as possible to the entry point while allowing humane handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medtitlyn
Alberto Plates Linn
Jose Mauro Golmules
Willynul
Lenat
Atherton
Unis Amity
Farrell Gaynor Film Saturday on Empire Screen
Farrell and Gaynor star in The First Year a comedy drama about young love in the first year. Janet Gaynor and Charles Farrell headline with Leila Benneth and Dudley Diggers in supporting roles. Also on program are Lapnoy Tune Cooney Boska on the Beach and Spreading Sunshine vaudeville sketch plus Fox Movietone News.
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Janet Gaynor
Charles Farrell
Empire Theater
Janet
Charley
Twal
Bina Gambell
Leila Benneth
Dudley Diggers
Robert McWacr
Thygis
Gavk Norwood
Fox Movietone News
Kelly Enlisted Men Transferred to Louisiana Post
War department orders transferred 17 enlisted men from Kelly Field Texas to Louisiana posts. The unit mix includes six officers and eight enlisted men. The movement forms part of the Third Attack Wing realignment with units at Barkie Ald Font and Haks Dude Mekslant Decenbor.
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Washington
P—War Department
Hyelomister
Aix
Texas
Alelack Prano Pew Ab Wark
Burnett Lawyer Admitted to Court
A Burnett attorney was admitted to practice in federal court. The hearing took place in Pennsylvania. The event occurred at a city courthouse with local legal officials in attendance.
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Almmerinany
Ininieth Raunky
Orlorney
Penniy Py Md Hd
Mentilinny
Cherth
Federal Reserve Report Shows Bank Reserves Decline
The Federal Reserve report from Dallas cites Wade Federal Bank and a San Antonio branch with total resources of 109.57 million, down from last week by 81.385 million. Hills and securities rose to 50.169 million, while total reserves decreased by 0.094 million compared with the prior week, and year to year showed a drop of 4.9279 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Reserve Bmmk
Dallas
San Antonio Bank
Totelord
Hills and Securities
Complainant Fined After Failure to Appear in Court
A court in Matlock fined the complainant for contempt after he failed to appear as required. Judge Matlack ordered payment of a $2 fine and set terms for the case, with testimony naming several local residents and a farmer defendant from Patent. The record cites difficulties in attendance and notes the defendant’s absence at the scheduled session.
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Ridbae
Agate
Duder
Mir Rees Ie HlAeor
Mister Johnson
Caplet
Tony Caste
Matlack Fain Johnsott
Cory
Wal
Three Political Bosses Slain in Pittsburgh Incident
A garbled Pittsburgh report notes the slaying of three political bosses amid a border dispute and power struggles in the local machine. Authorities pursue leads as details remain unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Eight youths linked to string of San Antonio burglary spree
Sheriff Albert Hausser announced a dawn drive against burglars in San Antonio and nearby suburbs netted nine suspects, with five youths held and three charged in Justice of the Peace court. Among the accused are Marion Price and his brother Robert, both of Greensilk, and B Dike, 21, of a Greensilk address. Police said items including a medhaneiserl Qump, a motor, and clothing worth about 6000 dollars were stolen from Tony Grinieri, J. & backey, and Monte Carlo Clean air Var. Clothing and two pistols were recovered. 8150 in cash and valuables were taken.
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Burgiere Operabbe
San Antonio
Ita
Sherif Albert Haussec
Bexar County
Steriff Hausser
Marion Price
Robert
Greensilk
WH. Dike
Justice At the Peace
John F. Oniscone
Tony Grinieri
Springs Road
Guett
J. &. Backey
Eleanor Street
Hei Haussey
King's Highway
Chelt
Texas
Culebra
Monte Carlo
Mauser
Maheser
Frank Mattrews
Willan Neuholler Vietine
Souther Oh Hoklip
Sherif Tansse
Man Arraigned on Charge of Giving Narcotic to Boy
Downge Tyres was arraigned before United States Commissioner Paul A. Tackhart on a federal narcotics charge. The complaint alleges Tyres purchased and gave approximately one grain of chloroform to an 18 year old boy not eligible for drug trafficking, with agents citing a danger to the youth. Tyres was held awaiting a hearing Friday. bond set at 5000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Paul A. Tackhart
Fntal
Hare
Terres
Boy Hurt After Fall From Plant Work Area
A six year old child named Alfred Simon Ful Turd fell from a Spanish cigarette plug while playing at a plant site on Toefgen Avenue. He suffered a deep cut and was taken to Robert B. Green Hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Simon
Robert B. Green
Elaine
Beverly Mills Campaign Sees Dems Remelt in Tense District
Beverly Mills California residents hear heated Democratic rally as candidates debate voting lines and party leadership. The event highlights local tensions over representation, the upcoming vote, and community concerns amid campaign rhetoric and public remarks by officials.
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Federal Bank Report
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