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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1931

Page

6

Bond Denied in Nagel Slaying Case Continues

District court grand jury may hear all evidence this week or next as prosecutors press for action in the Nagel murder case. Ered Nagel and her parents cope with sorrow while investigators pursue Compton, who was captured near Seguin after a lengthy manhunt. He surrendered calmly to Guadalupe County deputies and had a 25 caliber pistol in his possession, with three bullets believed to be the fatal weapon. Compton, once in hiding across San Antonio, faced a tense trail as officers widened searches, spoke with witnesses, and pursued leads across multiple counties. Funeral services for Miss Nagel followed amid ongoing court proceedings and appeals for quiet in the wake of the tragedy.

Nagel Compton Campton San Antonio Beguin A. W. Sapegert Conatable T. W. Neill Guadalupe County Seguin Bexar County Deputica Atalioned Gonzales Fritz Behring Albert Hangser Bril Nagel Beror County Police Department A. G. Lankford al Fartson Soull Aubrey Ain Kina Berar County Hopkins Henth Presa Argust Miler Sayers Miller Mim Man ‘Antonia Haretman Tankfont Leopard Coffman Mayfield Boulevard Newx Mian Naxel Beachoncidge High Wedond Averethemia Eheri F Arthur Richards G. H. Summers Summeraeal Compton Gonzales Sant Robert Compton Se

Drastic Cut in City Budget Deepens Public Strain

City budget cuts ripple through departments as payrolls shrink and services face reductions. Officials report layoffs across mayoral, welfare, health, and street maintenance offices while court expenses and staff pay are trimmed.

Noted Musician Escapes Unhurt in Plane Crash

Willhelm Kohtwaengler, famed musical conductor, survived a plane crash near AALLE Germany while en route from Herlin to Veavrenth. The craft capsized but no injuries were reported. Kohtwaengler, well known in the United States for guest conductorships with major orchestras, was bound for the Bayreuth festival.

Aalle Germany Dune Thi Willhelm Kohtwaengler Natrow Herlin Veavrenth Papsland Carkhome Furlenengler United Sta’s Srvera Bayreuth

Pope Pius Delivers Reply to Mussolini Through Grandi

The latent papal response to the Italy government dispute was delivered to Foreign Minister Dino Grandi this morning by a messenger. The six page message is viewed as a moderate statement and constitutes an answer to Premier Mussolini's recent remarks on the matter, marking the first substantive exchange on the issue.

Pius Mussolini Pius XI Dino Grandi

Huge Railroad Job Near Completion

The largest railroad project in the west, the $15,000,000 Great Northern Western Pacific link between Oregon and California, will be completed by December. Regular train service on the new route should start by next year’s first.

SAN Fprancisco Great Northern ‘Western Pacific Oregon California

Schemers Garner 1,250,000 for May

New York City securities bureau reports that con artists posing as pool operators and tellers stole 1.25 million dollars from victims in May. Prompt actions in enforcing measures saved an additional 750,000 for those at risk, per the attorney general’s office.

New Tgie) “Inc New York City Bureau of Securities Vichins

Weather drought deepens across northern plains and West

The weather service warns of worsening drought from Wisconsin to Washington and drought impacts in North Dakota Montana Oregon and Washington with spring rainfall shortfalls and potential crop losses across at least six states.

Washington, D.C Weather Bureau Wisconsin Carnalisis North Dakota Montana Oregon

Boy Burns as Gasoline Tank Explodes at Garage

A gasoline tank being soldered at 2005 North St Macy’s street exploded injuring 15 year old Willie C Foster a Regro delivery boy for Jones Avenue drug store and leaving serious burns on his face and hands. Foster lit paper near the gate igniting the tank while Louis Gloss and B S Nicholson were nearby.

Stone North St. Macy's Street Willie C. Foster Jones Avenue North St Mary's Obert Green Hospital Foster Louis Gloss Sharer Street B.S. Nicholson

Major Halpin Takes Two Months Leave for Georgia

Major Robert J. Ma agsia chief of staff for military intelligence at Lighth Corps area headquarters checked out Sunday and left San Antonio for Columbus Georgia on two months leave. On expiration of his leave Major Ktpta will report to Rochester New York for duty with organized reserves. Major Robert C. Aunin will lead the intelligence section of the corps rear staff until Major L. B. Clapham arrives to assume the duty.

R. J. Halpinoff Georgia Robert J. Ma’ Agsia Lighth Corps Stonday San Antonio Columbus Ktpta Rochester New York Reyerves Robert C. Aunin Corps Rea L. B. Clapham

Crown in ship disaster survivor recounts peril at sea

A survivor recalls the Crown disaster as waves rose at dusk and the ship listed. Passengers, including a diver and non sailors, struggled to reach the opposite side. The interview highlights sea conditions, panic, and attempts to stay alive amid raging swells.

British and Brazilian Ships Race to Claim New Islands

British and Brazilian vessels race to plant flags on a newly sighted landmass in the South Atlantic near 27 20 north 0 60 west. The Lelande is the British steamer leading the discovery effort, with M S Georgetown and a Brazilian ship following to stake claims for their nations. French interest may arise over a potential air route link from Brazil.

South Atlantic Tkeanagter Lelander Latitute Lang Paul'g Pete

Tragic Loire River escape ends with many lost

Survivors recount a perilous voyage to the Loire when a steamer sank amid rough seas. Albert Berry and Francois Guillaume described clinging to debris and watching the ship disappear. Rescue craft pressed through violent weather as stations were alerted and efforts continued.

Ward Anes Bud Abe Guillaume

Hemorrhage Fatal to Colonel's Wife

Mrs. Jesale Tucker Case, wife of Col. R. W. Case of the U S A, died in Manila last night from a cerebral hemorrhage after a skull fracture received in a fall. Survivors include a sister Mrs. John Mann of Bal linger, Toran, and a brother Scott Tucker of Omaha Nebraska.

Manila Jesale Tucker Case Wie Tarut R. W. Case John Mann Ballinger Toran Scott ‘Tucker

Crippled Vessel Towed After Bergen Weather Test

The crew reported rough seas from Bergen, Norway, testing their endurance. Engine trouble, starting with the fourth cylinder, slowed progress and forced a cautious pace toward the headway line, as the ship remained under tow and in a precarious state.

Bergen Norway Keres

Ancient Sun Dial Gift to Byrd Adm Richart at Home

A sun dial crafted in London in 1001 RAM was presented today at Rear Admiral Richart 1’s Boston home. The gift came from the employees of the Wright Astronautical Corporation and honors Byrd’s leadership.

Byrd Boston London Richart Wright Atronautioal Corporation

ZUMO Skin Relief Ad Claims Fast Itch Relief

An advertisement touts ZUMO as a clean invisible safe and effective relief for ringworm rashes pimples and similar skin irritations. It claims prompt soothing relief and lists a price of $1.26 with dealers selling the product.

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