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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1931

Page

2

Starr Faithfull’s Death Tied to Dope Racket Claims

New York report links Starr Faithfull to an international counterfeit gang. The tale describes wild Soho nights, an intoxicated star at a Fulham road inn, and alleged confrontations as investigators seek a motive for her death. The article situates her in a web of bohemian life and criminal circles during a tumultuous period.

Starr London Chessea Universal Duke of York Fulham Road Grin Teron Ally Rew York Starr Faithfull Tezory

Murder Plot Tied to Counterfeit Ring Involving Starr Faithfull

Authorities denied reports of a new diary but uncovered papers seen as key to the motive behind Starr Faithfull’s murder. The actual killing was carried out by a hired gorilla man after con men lured her from a steamer to a humid-town speakeasy and a lonely beach where her body was submerged.

Europe Enngster Starr Starr Faithfull Trong Beach

Lawsuit Seeks Stop To Mayor's Salary Payments

Plaintiffs allege city funds were used to pay Mayor Chambers and other allowances beyond charter limits. They seek recovery of 817.520, injunctions to halt annual expenses, and corrective entries to align funds with city charter restrictions. Additional claims include 640 and 4060.92 annual aids, 7400 contingencies, 34312 to Community Chest, and misposted transfers totaling roughly 1.00.

Mayor Chambers Chadster Pampaigo Alan Mandanun Necannia

SLAIN GIRL S SUITOR SEEN CLOSE TO CITY

A missing man, Compton, is believed hiding near Carpenter and Adkins after the Slauson shooting that killed Miss Nagel. Sheriff’s deputies traced him from Corpus Christi to Gonzales, distributing 100 photos to locate him. Investigators report witnesses G H Summers and Arthur Richards provided statements about a pistol and a note in Compton’s handwriting. Funeral arrangements for Miss Nagel were not completed.

Sulberlani Springs St. Tedwig Corpus Velize Compton Minushia Carpenter and Adkins Wilcan County J. H. McKay Corpus Christi Sout G. H. Summers Bear &Ghot Nagel Brackenridge Causehold Slrs Bether Wouseer Terns Corpus Christ Gonzales Hame Anassee Whezitt Mos Biss Nagel

Fox Makes Home in Local Church Cave Near Holland

A young red fox has taken up residence beneath the First Methodist Episcopal church in Holland Michigan. The fox lives in a well made cave beneath the church and weighs about how much various feeds hint. The unusual animal scene surprised local residents as the animal remains undisturbed by activity around the church.

Franklis Red Fox First Methodist Episcopal Church Weighborn

Weather summary for tourists with March totals

A brief weather note reports monthly precipitation and accumulated figures for a tourist area. It mentions total rain for March and general conditions, suitable for visitors planning outdoor activities. The wording reflects a local weather bulletin style for travelers.

Campaign to Build 370000 Citrus Plant in Valley Texas

A campaign to erect a 370000 fruit packing plant is under way in Harlinger Texas. The Texan Citrus Fruit Growers' Exchange finances include Yohn Stary of Russion as president. The venture aims to establish permanent facilities in Faclin geo, Brownaville, Carlo and Val Verde with sites at Shary Mercedes and Brownsville.

Harlinger Texas Mure Texan Citrus Fruit Growers’ Exchange Yohn Stary Russion Shary Mercedes Val Verde Brownsville Faclingeo Brownaville Carlo Rene Fdinburg

Thirteen Lucky for Wedded Pair in 50th Anniversary

EAST ST LOUIS JU June 13 Friday the thirteenth held no fears for emeat Scheller and his bride to be as they married on the traditionally unlucky day. At their golden wedding anniversary they recalled 50 years of good fortune. They spoke of their 43 children and a life joyfully steady despite superstition.

East ST. Louis Emeat Scheller Scheller Yesteryear

Geyer Honored as Rotary Club Attendance Record Holder

Guy Geyer, a San Antonio manufacturer, was nominated by the Rotary Club at a luncheon marking the club’s ninety-eighth consecutive luncheon. He has attended 645 straight luncheons in 11 years, a local attendance record. Other records include Charles Geol for perfect attendance since 1920 and Leon Goldman’s noted record. The Rev Phil Cook is credited with ethics code support for Rotary.

Guy Geyer San Antonio Geyer Shox Charles Geol Operalions Fle Leon Goldman Phil Cook

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