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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1931

Page

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Hoover to Run Again as Republicans Push Third Term

The Evening Journal-Nas report outlines Hoover’s likely 1932 bid with Dwight Mor row as running mate amid Republican confidence in victory. It contrasts Hoover’s aims with French policy while noting stock market moves and aircraft progress, and mentions Mussolini and Vatican tensions shaping international outlook.

New York Evening Journal Herbert Lark Hunter Dwight Whiteley Morrow

Copenhagen Welcomes U S Fliers Home After Atlantic Flight

Holger Hoirs and Ott Willig arrived in Copenhagen from Bremen signaling a triumphant homecoming. Crowds lined the streets as Hoirs was knighted, and city officials offered warm welcomes while official ceremonies praised the aviators for their Atlantic crossing despite earlier refueling delays in Germany and attempts to find fuel in Britain.

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Weather Forecast for Ham Astenlo and Surrounds

Partly cloudy with west winds Friday night through Saturday. Highs near 92 degrees and lows around 02 degrees. Windy and clear Friday. A mix of showers possible later. Slow warming trend continues into next week.

Nieloltz West Bowers Tauck Enat Halurdez

Woman Held in Poisoning of 2 Young Daughters

Jad Lewanon and two young daughters are central to a poisoning investigation. John W. Simmons reports 46 officers in an inquiry into how capsules were hidden in a chicken sandwich eaten by Virginia, 14, and her sister Tenn at a family reunion picnic.

Lewanon Jad John W. Simmons Woshand Synthixney Ghentiehl Mwiilt Developmenty

Ministers Right to Silence Upheld in Minnesota Case

The Minnesota Supreme Court upheld a clergyman’s right to refuse to disclose confidential information. It reversed the contempt conviction of Weber Emil Swenson, a Minneapolis pastor, who was found guilty by Judge Paul W. Guilford for declining to reveal a parishioner minister conversation in a case involving a minor.

Smuaut Minnesota

Grave of Warship Skipper Found After Decades

Philadelphia report notes discovery of the grave of Capt. John Guinn, a long-serving naval commander. The grave, obscured by weeds, marks a forgotten tribute to a man who served his country for forty years and is tied to a planned restoration cruise.

Philadelphia John Guinn OK Teensides Bee

Train Hits Truck Killings: Two Die in Collision

A truck was struck by a train at a street crossing. Clarence Grain, 30, of Vinton, La, died at the scene. Vickey, 23, of El Campe, suffered injuries and was hospitalized. The truck driver was killed in the wreck.

Toxgview Vetas Clarence Grain Vinton I Gs Vickey el Campe Tex N Street

Two Treated for Car Crash Near Frio City Road

G. Baines aged 22 and Meeks Tate aged 24, both of Latte Pesas, were treated for injuries at Hotert TB Green hospital Friday after an automobile collision eight miles from the city along the Frio City road.

G. Baines Meeks Tate Loth of Latte Pesas Ce de Hotert Green Hospital Frio City Road

Prohibition Talk Highlights Woodcock Visit in D C

Washington Diary reports Director A W Woodcock of the Prohibition Bureau praising education and enforcement as key to Prohibition. He argues laws must be enforceable and notes the drop in per capita alcohol use since 1914 while praising the local prohibition office and urging focus on commercial violators. The piece also covers Hoover administration talks on delaying German debt payments and European financial considerations with France.

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The San Antonio Light Claims Local News Front

The San Antonio Light reports exclusive local news, noting arrests in the Frank M. Kempf slaying and subsequent confessions, plus the early indictment of A. L. Moon of Mutual Deposit and Loan. The paper touts speed and superiority over rivals in delivering breaking news to readers.

San Antonio Negrora Frank M. Kempf Devine Garryman the Light A. L. Moon Mutual Deposit and Loan Association

Deputy Scored Is Gowardly Killer Trial Bares Fear

In Ardmore Oklahoma dulled testimony centers on the murder of Cortes Hukio and Manuel Garcia Gomez. Deputy Guess, accused of killing two men during a Kansas homeward trip, is described as trembling after firing. Prosecutor Dudley questions motive and fear as he closes the murder trial with details from witnesses and seized pistol. The case, tied to Cecil Crosby and Emilio, unfolds with testimony suggesting the suspect misread a threat and acted.

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Showers Slated to Bring Cooler Weather in 8 A

Weather forecast notes showers moving in to lower temperatures. J. E. Warkor of the weather service explains the cooler trend. Friday night expected around 72 degrees with a gradual drop into the weekend.

J. E. Warkor

Plans to Dam Niagara Falls for Temporary Rock Pile

Engineers and chamber of late officials approve a scheme to temporarily dam Niagara Falls by leveling a rock pile at its base to divert water for a year. After blasting and removal, the reef would return to its usual course as the river flow resumes.

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Lindberghs Granted Soviet Flight Permit

D A Warrington reports Soviet authorities issued a permit to Colonel and Mrs. Lindbergh to fly over the USSR on their proposed Orient voyage. The note confirms official authorization and indicates further arrangements may be handled through the appropriate information offices.

Waivetaal Eet Lees Warrington D. A A. Lindbergh Hussin Orient Bovine Information Bureau

Ten Murder Charges Brought in San Antonio Area

Sheriff and district attorney prepare murder charges against three Black suspects in a case tied to the slaying of a boy and a girl in Hol Patterson’s account. Three prisoners dictated statements after a ten day probe by police detectives and army investigators. The suspects, identified as Mabrita Davice Jokazon and Ora Wilson Dib Intd, are linked to the crime on Jen Street, as a white boy described blood on an automobile and a moving car scene. Authorities, aided by a 10 year old boy’s testimony, pursued leads across three counties, with the case continuing as investigators brief San Antonio officials.

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Mary Lou asks about free rental ads in Crowhelt area

A garbled classified listing from Crowhelt area shows multiple apartment offerings with varied rents and furnishings. Entries mention 3 rooms 216 dollars and 25 dollars monthly for others, plus furnished and unfurnished options at Willow, Woodlawn, and nearby streets.

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