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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1941
Page
11
A Maverick era trend reappears as old cases in City Court surface. Investigators find hundreds of archived complaints, mainly liquor and lottery violations, with fines imposed months ago now being suspended or dismissed. Preparations grow for potential legal actions, while notable political figures and court staff face scrutiny and staffing questions.
The Don questions rising costs in Bexar County as budget records show probation and health department expenditures surging since Judge Anderson's term began. Schweppen’s era had lower figures, while modern payrolls and office costs climb, hinting at broader budget pressures and potential officeholder pushback.
The defendants pleaded guilty to vagrancy with fines of 200 and 50 dollars. Literature was burned under orders from Captain Murrell. A city detective noted the case disposed of, with many pamphlets burned and pirates found few. One man released after paying 60 dollars may be returning to Ontario.
The article notes May Maverick and United Americans figures in West Side politics. It reports County Judge Charles W. Anderson appointing August Berchermann to a county probation office, amid shifts in local officials and support for May Loktok.
Tax Commissioner GC Ray Davis may File suit to block future pay checks awaiting a decision by the attorney general. The 1041 act bars state and subdistrict officials in the organized reserves from receiving pay during maneuvers or field duty for more than 13 days in a calendar year. Davis reportedly refuses his monthly checks as the law takes effect, with the department enforcing the provision while excluding legislators.
In a political dispute over river beautification, McNamara, superintendent hired after a run-off, faces possible court action as Mayor Quin declares he will not approve McNamara’s checks. McNamara vows to pursue funds, with final checks for the six-year period due June 16.
City parks workers move into new quarters including former mayor Manny Maverick’s office and a celebrated shower. Curiosity has turned to an invasion as staff discuss options like strict veil and a nominal charge, with contention over a per person fee and potential costs around 19 cents and thirty dollars.
The city auditor reports nearly 400 drawn from the advertising fund by George Wille and former Fire and Police Commissioner Lays Lapscomb three days before Maverick left office. Purchases include beer flowers photography piano readings and scrapbook pages. The auditor will urge Quill to deem the items nonadvertising and refuse payment. Maverick and Quinopi ba resist.
Governor W Lee O Danial claims authority to name a successor to District Judge Havey L Howard amid a stalled process. Contenders for the judgeship have withdrawn while the dispute over appointment powers heats up ahead of the next statewide election.
Fragmented text notes price spikes in imported oil and spices amid war disruption. Mentions rising costs by large percentages and unclear references to individuals. Contains garbled phrases and partial sentences.
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