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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1932

Page

2

Red evidence eyed in Washington bonus riot probe

Federal and local authorities pursue a sweeping investigation into the bonus riots, focusing on Communist elements as instigators. Seventeen detainees linked to radical groups face possible deportation, while more than a thousand are escorted toward state lines and uncertainty.

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City taxes and water rates cut in Vicksburg

Mayor J. C. Hamilton and the city board announced a 71 2 mill reduction in city taxes and water rates in Vicksburg Mississippi on July 30. The move aims to ease local cost of living and spur business growth as residents react to the tax relief measure.

Vicksburg Miss J. C. Hamilton

President Hoover cited in defense of civil order in Washington

Beside the Point editorial condemns Hoover for labeling the Washington veterans mob rule while praising moderation. It questions the sudden switch to troops, cites General MacArthur’s dramatic warnings, and argues the actions endangered civil institutions, calling the portrayal of veterans as insurrectionists a falsehood.

County Clerk lays off ten workers amid losses

Ten employees of County Clerk Jack R. Burks were laid off due to bad business conditions. Five married women, four single women, and one married man were affected. Names were not released as Burks plans a return-to-work plan for some in September, with ten more to be cut. July income fell short of Harwell. five laid off worked half time earning 2.00 per month, the other five 2. per month. In Fort Worth a 48 year old woman attempted suicide at a lake bridge but was rescued by guard Ernest Beasley after jumping in and drifting, saying she could not swim until she left the waiter. She stayed afloat until a speedboat arrived. Hospital later reported no serious injuries.

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Veterans encamped in private park near Johnstown

Veterans from the bonus army occupy a private park near Johnstown, with state police urging them to return home as crowds and business leaders clash over the encampment. Dozens of mass meetings protest Mayor McCloskey and demand action, while Walter Waters may be summoned to decide on next steps.

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All Troops Leave Capital After Bonus Army Evacuation

The U S Army evacuated the District of Columbia ending a 45 hour occupation as bonus marchers were driven from five camps to Forts across the Potomac. Police and militia cleared routes, many marchers headed toward Jonestown Pennsylvania while the Red Cross aided with transport and relief funds. The operation moved orderly after police assumed control.

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Leader Watches Riot Complacently During Vet Speech

A leader who urged veterans to evacuate government buildings was booed by the left wing of the group. He did not take part in the fighting and stood apart as the riot unfolded.

Hoover arrives at Rapidan guarded by state police

Hoover parade arrives in Rapidan Virginia after three years of camp Wea opening. State police lead early patrols and outriders clear roads for the presidential party. Constabulary stay vigilant for straggling veterans as the President passes through amid security patrols.

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McAdoo Campaign for Senate Opens in August Primary

The campaign of Willan Gibbs McAdoo, former secretary of the treasury under President Wilson, for the Democratic nomination for United States senator at the August primary election, was opened today.

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McKellar attacks troop call to eject veterans from camps

Senator McKellar of Tennessee denounces the presidents action calling out the army to move veterans from their camps in Anacostia Washington July 30. He says the measure was unnecessary and cruel, condemning the burning of lists and the forced ejection from camps that the government did not need for any purpose.

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Veterans Readied to March on Washington for Bonus

In Washington, a group of 45 veterans led by C. B. Collins of Cleveland encamped here preparing to march to the national capital. They say they will demand their bonus despite opposition and critique reactions by employers and government.

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Men Promoting Bonus Fight Drive Seek Recruits

Recruiting agents of the bonus expeditionary forces in New York called for men and funds to support the cash bonus push. Led by shell shocked veteran William Lustgarten and George Brady of Dallas, Texas, the effort aimed to rally for another march on Washington under Walter W. Waters.

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