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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1932
Page
1
Arthur Brisbane chronicles a dramatic clash of modern warfare and public spectacle as tanks and poison gas loom over a planned 90 mile race. The piece sketches government tensions and a future remembered moment, with striking imagery and urgent tone.
A chaotic editorial text rails at veterans demanding the bonus in Washington while mocking fascist imagery and praising the Los Angeles Olympics. It references United States veterans, public pay, and political fear, then dives into reflections on Greece, Oxford, and Belgium as forewarnings of future wars, mixing historical notes with provocative rhetoric.
Mostly Sunday with low temperatures near AbaWL Th degrees and high near OM degrees. Winds from the west and east prevail with variable speeds. Sunday outlook improved with fair conditions and light to moderate winds.
At the Bexar County Democratic convention in the county courthouse, a platform advocating repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment was adopted and the party named delegates to the state convention in Lubbock. Maury Maverick was elected permanent chairman. Dan Quill spoke of a city housecleaning and the group set a broad reform program including public utility regulation and tax reductions.
In Nuremburg a shot aimed at Adolf Hitler failed to injure him as his car was struck by a bullet that narrowly missed the leader’s head. The attack spurred a violent mob as bodyguards moved to control the scene and seal the procession from airport to the city. In Kolnigsberg a separate clash left one man dead during preselection fighting between Nazis and Communists. In Tamovar, Nazi followers wounded by explosions were hospitalized after rising tensions and retaliatory actions broke out.
Two earth shocks were felt in Maxkaca and Oaxaca region of Mexico on July 1. Reports describe tremors lasting about six minutes in Oaxaca, with residents noting the quake’s duration and impact as authorities assess damage.
Paris July 30 Premier Herriot and US Ambassador Edge reached a framework linking war debt settlement to a disarmament accord and a commercial treaty. The plan envisions most favored nation trade, tariff adjustments, and abolition of the quota system, with a threefold agreement driven by disarmament talks and a cooperative program to restore European prosperity. Edge to stay through August as negotiations continue.
War debt reduction plans cited as administration seeks reductions tied to armaments and debts. Congress consent unresolved as talks move to an international conference with the League of Nations. March overtures to Frazee seek clarity, with aims toward Britain.
A fragmented OCR note recounts a past election bet where the loser drank a bottle of oil to settle the wager with named individuals. It then mentions this year’s bet and a Coast to the wine Hers Denti with a large Aowe of Wyeatieleral salia, in unclear terms.
CNCAGO July 31 Three Yonkers men posing as police officers tried to gain entry to Mrs. Oltie Martin at 2721 Haddon Avenue. She refused to open, demanded credentials, retrieved a gun, and fired three shots as the group left, with uncertain injuries reported.
Washington report states Dry Chief Cal Amos W Woodcock defended prohibition agents actions in Alexandria Bay New York while subordinates face charges of assault property damage and reckless driving Injuries to citizens cited but officers deny. The press release acknowledges some property damage during liquor search including a broken cash register toppled bar and removed paneling as part of the operation. A complaint to New York congressmen over a woman struck and a man pulled from a car is noted and a request for accountability is mentioned.
Marshall Texas report says Mother Richards, head nurse at a local hospital, was shot by Charles Miller an ex-ward watchman recently charged with the crime. Richards’ condition described as critical but expected to recover.
A mob of about 8000 enthusiastic fans surged at a Glasgow railway station to welcome American actors Laurel and Hardy. Nine women and men were hospitalized after injuries from the surge as crowds attempted to catch a glimpse of the stars.
Eastern chairman Felix Heher of Rhode Island announced his view duties today as eastern chairman to help re elect President Tivoyer. Res publican National Chairman Everett also announced Jerontial Mildbints with 45 enslorn easucer in a bid to boost support.
An Austin man was killed when a mining derrick toppled and struck him during work on a city well drilling project. The accident occurred while crews attempted to provide water for public use. the victim’s identity is reported as Maryin R. Jatinson and the scene was near the water well site.
Chile receives formal recognition from Germany and Italy signaling a diplomatic shift. Officials, including ministers Santiano and Galle, announce the new government’s legitimacy and ongoing international discussions.
Prosperity in campaign focus as Governor Roosevelt fires opening speech on national recovery. He blames the White House for current economic woes, warns against debt cancellation, and calls for reform of the lend-lease act and repeal of the eighteenth amendment. He vows to uphold the Democratic platform and push for sound money, tariff reduction, and restored trade to revive prosperity. The address frames prosperity as the central issue and warns against repeating past errors.
Fragmentary report notes a melon auction at Walls farm near herg with a one pound wabermelon sold for nine Slow. Names like LOOKHART AA Von and Wesley Martinrale appear among scattered bidders and observers.
Johnstown officials appeal to state police to remove the veteran encampment near Johnstown. Troopers held talks with local leaders as veterans, families, and campfires occupied private grounds four miles from the city. Officials face jurisdiction questions since the camp lies in Somerset County, while city authorities seek a peaceful exit within 94 hours amid local editorials calling for intervention.
Washington July 30 Arrangements were made for a hero's burial of World War veteran William Bushka killed when the bonus army was scattered. Chicago relatives of the slain Veleva agreed to plans as colleagues behind the routed army prepared for Arlington National Cemetery across the Potomac. The War Department said discharge papers would be presented to authorize transport by rail with a firing squad and bugler at the graveside.
Four persons sustained injuries in a Dallas Interurban street car crash last night. Injured were W. J Banke stot motor, Miss Beanie McDonald passenger, Edward Kriinger passenger, and L. Davis motor, none seriously hurt. A separate notice reports Andrew Kokinas, 20, involved in a separate walking accident in Boston.
A 1930s dry era case links a Black man who bought liquor for a boss to a federal prohibition investigation. The incident name and details reference Rickey Wells and an agent team in a charge of corruption and liquor sales, with prosecutors and witnesses named in the filing.
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