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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1932
Page
15
In a candid look at crime reporting, Sergeant Fred Foot explains that most calls to Headquarters come from domestic quarrels and odd incidents rather than direct crime. He notes many emergencies involve barking dogs, neighbor disputes, or mistaken suspicions, with officers often resolving matters on the spot.
The passage sketches a chaotic scene with a desire to attend a dance with a charming boy, interrupted by social tensions and political illusions. It references Wooding’s regrets, emerging artists like Xavier Gonzales and Jose Alpi, and a network of local personalities including Edward Kinsioe, BR Smith, and Jack Marquis, painting a vivid slice of cultural life and gossip.
Alvin Triplet was sentenced to 45 days in Bexar County Jail after a jury found him non compliant with child support obligations. Testimony indicated Triplet had provided minimal support despite claims of providing vegetables for the children. the judge noted the ongoing failure to contribute to the children's welfare.
Depositors of the City Central Bank will transfer about 60 percent of their funds to a new entity named the South Texas Bank and Trust Company. H J Miller will be its president. Bank offices are open daily and the signing deadline for deposit transfers is June 30.
The Angeles Cavets tourist court on the Prederickshoro road was adjudged bankrupt Thursday by General Judge DuVal West on voluntary petitions of Herbert Dean King and Granville Beverlygmt partners. The schedule shows Angeles Courts liabilities at 978,436.66 with assets of 110,4941. The largest liability is 53,422.88 owed to a local building firm. The court’s total value is listed at 110,000 with King’s liabilities at 85,694.81 and assets of 84,000. Smith’s liabilities are 78,174.73 and ties to 58,000.
Mayor M. Chambers will depart at 9 45 for Chicago to attend a Democratic regional convention. The aims are to secure the nomination of John N Garner for the presidency and to push a resolution admitting Negroes to all elections, with about 35 voters affected. The mayor notes possible support from Oklahoma, Colorado and New York and predicts minority opposition but insists on pushing the suffrage measure.
J. V. Meltem of San Antonio becomes one of three men ever at Southern Methodist University to earn two Bachelor of Science degrees simultaneously. He pursues electrical engineering and mechanical engineering while serving as a physics laboratory instructor last year and continuing work this fall under a university fellowship.
A fire damaged a vacant house at 12n7 Apanier Street causing about $25 in damage. Neighbors restrained the flames before firefighters arrived to take control of the blaze. The origin of the fire remains undetermined.
Kelly field pilots plan an early takeoff for a long cross country hop. Capl. T. 8. Flight aims at Tontangpatis and First Tout. 0 V. Grifaey for Bostan te Lol, POH. Rohneon for Bent. IC.
Jamon Navlnn and W. W. Drowdomity aherifa had 25 in Ap hoiween them. They recognized a stolen car from ordinary autos. Paterson and Drownavl noted the car at Bale Jo Te and it was recovered in Antoniy Wennonday. Officials rewarded 26.
Mexican Actress Miss Cilia Monlaivan of Mexico City fought off a lone bandit at the El Nacional theater area Wednesday night as she entered her car. A tall man with a knife approached in the Bautth Bante Rosa avenue vicinity, but she resisted and escaped with valuables still in her grasp. the pistol fired during the struggle, the assailant fled under police narration.
Fort Sam Houston soldier Sam Kohn was freed on a felony arson charge after the court dropped the case amid odor and debris from a black glass tube found at a Texas theater. A misdemeanor charge of petty mischief followed as judges weighed evidence and delays.
Auto wheels and tires were stolen from Revell Bryatt at 7171 2 Fast Commerce Street, police were told Thursday. C C Rogers at 423 Arbor Place reported missing tires and apparent tampering with the car, while local readers debate the Sharkey outcome and the honesty of officials in the related boxing match.
Library board pleads for higher budget to avoid closure. Mayor Chambers refuses a definite stance on a three cent tax. 11 employees given notices with 18 remaining. A 10 percent salary cut had just gone into effect. last year’s budget was 25,000 with a requested 68,000. tax rate to two cents could raise about 46,000 but delinquent payments limit loan authorizations to 48,000.
Raoul Villarest, 20, of Laredo, Texas, arrived in San Antorio for a vacation and sustained a split chin and other injuries after a fancy dive from a board at San Pedro Park on Wednesday. Separate reports note Henry Cavazos, 35, attacked by a stranger near Ban Saba and Monterey Streets and Paul Watson, 32, attacked at night, both admitted to hospital. Minor injuries to Morris Petterson, 15, and Foytan, who reportedly was kicked by a horse.
A muddled local wire describes wolves slain in Bexar County and mentions related personnel and sports figures in a confused narrative. It references San Antonio players, Texas league umpires, and a Dixie series context amid unsettled public sentiment and rumors, with no clear fatal event.
The City Maine league plans a May game in New Braunfels with Saburany and Sunshine Specials of the Missouri Paclle railyoxe listed for a 4 oclock start at Land e park. A charity game on July 4 at Enpio find features the Ninth Infantry and Camp I Normoyle teams at 3 30 with proceeds to charity.
San Antonio archers announce their monthly practice panel at 2 o clock on dune 25 in San Pedeo Pate. The event invites all archers from Atlanta AB, Mlampnte 411, Antiannagadae7, and nearby areas to join the session.
The liquor confiscated by federal authorities is not to be destroyed by sewer disposal but will be removed to a country dump. Initial attempts failed and broken bottles were found, with experts noting possible effects will wear off and the plan may be adjusted.
Fort Worth June 23 Cotton seed should be graded like wheat before milling say mill superintendents and supply agents at a joint session. B Wilson of Wharton notes economic loss from ungraded seed and cites examples of high quality seed yielding greater profits. Conference discussions reference court and fund figures tied to industry profits and a boxing incident noted as contemporary context.
Assistant Postmaster J W Pullen warns candidates that political literature placed in mail boxes is rejected and discarded. He notes postmen cannot deliver or handle such material and that stamped pieces found in boxes are wasted.
San Antonio teachers will assist the chamber of commerce in a drive to collect city and school taxes. F. L. Yofolln, president of the Savine fonts Teachers' council, said the plan was approved at a Thursday meeting. About 450 teachers were to participate, with many offering 1020 in the drive. They stressed salaries delays do not motivate the effort and that aid is for the city's and show's benefit.
A 10 year old boy, Robert Carvigky, son of Fol Gxirrigan, was burned on the hands while playing near his grandfather Walter Napier on the Boerne road when gasoline exploded in a tub. He and brother Walter set kerosene afire, and the blast sent Robert to a Burgitat hospital for treatment.
Delegates from Sal Adtania and Joe for the Kiwanis International convention will join in Detroit Monday. T. Fred Evins serves as president with June James Todd as secretary. San Antonio Kiwanis members unable to attend can hear a convention broadcast at 845 p.m. Monday on WGI.
Wellington reports a government astronomer announcing the discovery of a new comet in the southern sky. The finder describes its approximate position and movement, noting it is currently invisible to the naked eye and giving coordinates for further observation.
Enwiy Ostrander, year old son of BH Ostrander, sergeant in the Ninetieth division, was seriously injured Thursday when his father's automobile backed over him at the family home 610 West Commerce Street. The child was found unconscious under the rear wheel and given first aid before transport to Fort Sam Houston hospital. doctors fear for his survival.
Wong Sheung faces trial in Ninety-four District Court on a theft charge for allegedly taking 320 dollars on February 29 from Lowe Chong. The money was raised by a local Chinese club to aid China in its war against Japan. Prosecutor L. W. Sentesinger leads the case with assistant Delos Finea. defense attorneys are Leon Brows and Herbert Davis.
Witnesses from Marion in Guadalupe county were not used at a hearing after being summoned. Edgar Schmitz, linked to a recent raid, waived the hearing and posted a bond of ten dollars.
D B Coip chairman of the Texas state park board will speak on The Scent Beauty of Texas at the weekly luncheon of the Kiwanis club at the Hotel Priday. Miss Good Childers and Irene M James will finish the program.
A woman was severely burned while fighting a fire at her Narogdo home. The blaze broke out between unknown causes as the woman attempted to combat it. She was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition for treatment.
Officials accuse local firms of planning to deliver letters and bills for downtown businesses at rates lower than the post office after new postal rates take effect. Postmaster general and assistants warn that only the USPS may handle mail, while some firms push private delivery as a substitute.
C M T C officials named in the first retreat parade at Camp Bulls. Lionel Malsoury, Jefferson High School graduate, was named regimental commander. Alfred S. Benley of Schreiner Institute was appointed commander of the first battalion. Eugene Waters of Houston was regimental adjutant and Gene Soper of Colorado commanded the second battalion. Brig Gen Halster Dorey, ramp Scommender, and Col A T Owen Shine will serve as the camp executive staff for the ceremony.
The garbled passage references Liberty Bond holders and Europe, suggesting disarmament pressure and U.S. financial promises. It evokes public nerves about weapons, arms races, and foreign policy, with stray phrases about Tokyo and umbrella imagery. The text lacks clear events or dates but hints at wartime debate and fiscal stakes.
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