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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1931
Page
1
A muddled 1930s-style column mixes a tiger hunting tale involving Mke Bredesick O’Connor and five Americans paying $20 000 each with a broader discussion of France and Germany’s wartime reparations. It also touches on Hoover’s moratorium, Franco American tensions, and general reflections on marriage and love.
Readable text describes a general weather forecast with temperature around 22 degrees and fresh northerly winds. Expected early winds on the west coast and central areas with a mix of northerly winds inland. Mention of possible late day updates and additional weather page reference.
A district court jury acquitted former deputy sheriff Guess in the June 7 slaying of Emilio Cortes Rubio, a 23 year old Mexican student, after 24 hours of deliberation. The jury also cleared him of criminal liability while signaling possible charges against Crosby for Rubio’s death. The case drew a mild courtroom demonstration and left open whether the defendants’ clothing contained the incriminating items. The trial delays and pending charges extend into September as attorneys seek immediate action on related counts.
A Stockholm report notes the current value of Nobel Prizes at 48 000 dollars, with a decline from the original 7 105 000 dollar valuation. Administrators report the prizes will be awarded in categories linked to science literature and philosophy, though the exact distribution and amounts are adjusting.
Washington June 27 The U S Chamber of Commerce board proclaims the depression crisis ended and outlines six remedies for recovery. They note improved international cooperation and signs of better business conditions, urging a modest public debt rise and tariff principles to protect wage levels and costs.
Three ocean flights slated for a trans Atlantic derby were postponed due to unfavorable North Atlantic conditions. The group includes Hugh Tlerndon Jr and Glyde Panchorn from Teussell Dasniman and John Lolunde of Messaronsetts along with others such as Gonree Hadres and Alexander Magyar.
Washington sources say private New York banking interests have asked the Federal Reserve to allow a study of South American conditions to assess the possibility of granting short term credit to the nations. The request was learned officially in Washington.
The Internal Revenue Service announced tax adjustments today affecting the Commercial Cruise Company of Dallas. The adjustment totals 865,084 dollars and highlights changes in tax assessments for the firm.
A notable statement from Mrs. Barnett B. Marka, a prominent public figure, urging copper duty measures during a Washington, D.C. event. She argues the copper industry faces a depressive trend and calls for action to stabilize and support the sector.
President Hoover, at Rapidan, stays hopeful for a one year suspension of German reparations after renewed talks with France. Secretary Mellon reports to Hoover from Paris that France remains firm on its counter proposal. Paris and London envoys are briefed as Mellon plans further discussions with Laval and Tuval.
Washington June 22 officials announce planned Fourth of July pardons as part of a wartime clemency effort. The report notes multiple prisoners eligible from various coastal holds and international posts, with details varying by region and sentence terms.
In Evanston Mrs Golson suspects Wandner Waldner, a Northwestern student, of being her husband who deserted her with three children. Waldner, jailed after an overnight incident, faced embarrassment as the case drew suspicion from many.
The American airmen Wiley Poxk and Meret Tratts, part of the 15,000 mile round trip from New York, halted briefly near Blagoyestchensk after a wheel struck mud. They planned to press to Kharbarovak for refueling and weather reports before crossing the Bering Sea toward Alaska.
In Portland on June 27 Mrs Blinnie Wenneds the mother of Aimee Semple McPherson declined to confirm rumors she would appear Sunday at Vets Washington. Interviewers were left with little information ahead of Jonge's marriage license issued at Kelso Jung 23 for Thadsen of the New Yorker hotel New York and Mix 3 Kennedy.
Chicago report details federal indictments against Al Capone’s rural division involved in illegal liquor manufacture and distribution. The scheme, traced by a federal grand jury, links multiple offenses to a network of liquor operations producing and supplying bootleg products to urban areas, with substantial alleged profits noted.
The article quotes Secretary Lamont expressing optimism that the United States will emerge from the current low mood into prosperity and higher living standards. It notes his radio address to the public and frames the mood as a shift from depression to a hopeful economy.
Sacramento report details a quirky payment method where water taxes are settled with a wheat crop. The item notes efforts by local official Fleury Whegell to reconcile taxes with agricultural yields, reflecting early 20th century tax practices in drought reports.
A disastrous blaze in Ginversot Soretyp destroyed businesses and damaged a railway area during a public celebration. An estimated 2.6 million dollars in losses occurred as flames spread through the street, forcing evacuations and cutting off communications to nearby districts. A lone fireman reportedly mapped the congestion while responders battled the blaze. A boy nearby witnessed the chaos as smoke and fumes forced rapid exits from a nearby drag store and other structures.
Cartmge, Mo, June 47. Convict Creighton, 27, of Webb City, Mo, confessed to the murder of Coyne Hatten, 27, near a Webb City street gate on March 16. He will be hanged as sentenced after admitting he was drunk and wanted to walk home, telling police he was driven to violence.
New York June 27 police seek two men linked to the death of Greenwich Village socialite identified by sister Sylvia The two suspects were under questioning after narratives over the alleged last companion to the victim remained unclear amid ongoing inquiries by authorities
In WIDKHSEDARRE Pennsylvania a woman, Breda Weiner, seeks a divorce after her husband’s actions—she previously filed a non support charge. The case centers on whether the husband’s bondsman must provide support if he cannot. The dispute arises from a trip and alleged temptations tied to the marriage.
Gilda Gray noted dancer was reported near death tonight at her Motel Warwick apartment in New York after suffering a heart attack during the afternoon. Civil physician reportedly declined immediate hospital transfer.
A violent clash at night left four strike breakers injured. Maced Burnett suffered a fractured skull and was not expected to survive, while Jesse Power, Harry West, and Glen Tyrant were severely beaten but expected to recover. Riot activity interrupted work as tensions flared.
London rumors swirl as the engagement of the Prince of Wales and Lady Mir Cawbridge is reportedly to be announced within three weeks. Queen Mary is said to be involved in the decision, with strong bets on the pairing potentially including the Prince.
A 28-year-old Massachusetts native, son of a local calculator, was found guilty of murdering Verna B. Tassel, a 20-year-old nurse at Truesdale Hospital. The jury deliberated 1 hour 40 minutes before delivering the verdict, and the defendant faces a term under Rhode Island law.
Nathan Adam president of the First National Bank of Dallas lauded President Hoover's inter-government debt suspension proposal. He expressed respect for the administration and noted Texas enjoys rising crops and ample oil supply as supporting factors.
A Corsicana couple, Ob and Mrs. Sam Ross, were injured when their small vehicle collided with a northbound Southern Pacific passenger train near Corsicana. Police confirm the incident occurred early today at a grade crossing and note the pair were residents of Corsicana.
Tropical disturbance off the Texas coast neared Corpus Christi with gusty squalls and heavy rain. Officials reported the storm moving slowly north, with tides running high and conditions gradually easing though danger persisted along nearby bays. Weather bureaus warned the system could move inshore within hours as observers tracked the fluctuating barometer and rainfall.
Vera Cruz Mexico June 27. An immense crude field was discovered in the Trhasco and Vera Cruz region. The well was reportedly struck in a high yield formation, with production estimated at 15 cable meters daily. Officials describe the find as a major petroleum development.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a court case involving named individuals and a race related element. details are unclear due to garbled source text.
A cluttered rental notice shows an apartment listing with names and addresses, including Main Street Wil location and a $130 weekly rate. It references a cleaning service and furnished rooms, noting a one month term and multiple rooms available. Includes unclear references to contacts and dates.
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