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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1933

Page

17

Quin to Halt Mill aE Prohibition Debate

Cont. From page one, reports on prohibition repeal push in the city. Abe Josa leads raids on Manhattan cafe Broadway Grove Pratts cafe and the Menger hotel as federal permits flood in and beer sales surge during the Dean era. Quin favors repeal of the Prohibition laws while commissioners back the move amid a volatile liquor market.

Antonio Hietory Collector OF Internal Revenue Hensés Kensex Abe Josa Prohibiiion Manhattan Cafe Broadway Grove Prattes’ Cafe Menger Federal District Court Quin

Painters Seek Better Conditions at Monday Meeting

Painters attend a meeting this Monday at BR to hear explanations of the National Recovery Act and discuss steps to improve working conditions under Labor & Temple oversight.

Labor &Temple

Mayor vows beer law enforcement amid racketeers violence

A city official warned that repeal of anti beer laws by August election will be urged, while enforcing existing measures. Police questioned a self styled beer baron linked to arson and wrecked taverns as racketeers push prices. residents report beer selling at 18 to 20 cents per bottle despite the new rules.

Ata— Lalas Corpordon Court Seizuraot Alleauion Dng Arya Jeter Kildays Kilday Broadway Travelers Hotel

Police Rally After Beer War Flares in Broadway District

Police continue vigilance after a beer war near San Antonio appears to end. Chief Owen Kilday reissues orders for radio patrols to watch for repeat violence following two Broadway establishments shot up for not meeting racketeers' beer prices. An alleged bootlegger is described.

San Anlonio Thursdey Owen W. Kilday Broadway

Coffee Swaps Drive Early European Barter Deals

Brazilian coffee growers move beyond official exchanges and strike multiple barter deals with Europe and the United States. The first swap traded coffee for German goods to ease exchange issues, followed by a Greek company exchanging country products for Brazilian coffee. A Turkish importer and the Angora government agreed to swap millions of Turkish olive oils, raisins, nuts, and carpets for coffee.

Europe IO DE Janeiro Nena Albany United States Greek Coffee Corporation Braaffen Angora

Teens Return to Rio After Typhoid Vaccinations

Four months in drought stricken northeastern Brazil ended for teen nurses who inoculated 40,000 people against typhoid and helped establish a dozen hospitals in the region. Recent rains eased the crisis as workers returned to Rio de Janeiro.

Brazil Rio’ DE Janeiro

Speculation Day Debated by Khan and Pecora in Senate Hearing

Washington June 28 Otto H Khan said regulation of speculation could be in the public interest but he doubted ready to recommend it. In a Senate hunting committee exchange with Ferdinand Pecora he distinguished gambling from regulated stock trading and cautioned against excessive margin use that endangers families. He supported investment up to five thousand dollars in stocks if the investor can bear the risk without harming dependents.

Washington, D. C Otto H. Khan Ferdinand Pecora Senate Kahn Kuhn, Loch and Company Congress Adaec Roy Fletchir Peenra

Canada Dry Ginger Ale Promises Sparkle and Balance

Promotional copy extols Canada Dry as the Champagne of Ginger Ales. It claims flavors like lemon and juniper add zest and balance, praising its smooth blend and refreshing taste as a grand stand-alone drink.

Canada

Bees Rebel as Hive Splits Over Queens in Saugus

In a dramatic beehive split, 30 000 bees under Miss Florence Tinzhem fractured into factions led by an old queen and a younger rival. Rebels were captured but some followers fled. Nearby in Saugus, Mrs Jugriti Paridon reported 7000 bees swarmed her yard as the disturbance spread, with warm weather driving the bees away from Tinzhem’s property.

Woods Hole Florence Tinzhem Tinktium Buechr Saugus Jugriti Paridon Miss Tinkhem

Stock Trader Testimony Reveals Sale Method Details

The account details a broker or office based sale, questioned at trial about whether trades occurred on the exchange or curb market. Eyewitnesses describe transfer of mediation, lack of cash exchanges, and the trader’s claim of discussing with his daughter who approved the price aligns with market quotes.

Exchange Manhattan-Dearborn Brelf Kaluy Tam Hey Peuurs Medita Kahn Europe Fevora Tim

March and July Liked by Brawlers in Court

Greeley judge Jesse L. Scott notes that early March and early July produce the most brawls in his 18 years on the bench. He cites weather as the likely cause, saying men fight when temperatures rise and offers no other explanation.

Greeley Cole Jesse L. Scott

Judge warns law violators as arrests rise over hours

Judge Phil Shock of Corporation court vows drastic action Thursday after only seven of 0 arrested in the last 4% hours answered summons to appear for trial. Police to locate defendants and press charges for failure to appear. fines to follow. Mayor Quins plea for obedience to traffic laws reportedly ignored this week. Mrs Hance, wife of an assistant US attorney, in critical condition after operation. Federal officials back Del Rio remarks on gambling versus speculation and market impact.

Phil Shock Corporation Court Sptecers Ural GK. Quins Bhack Enid Hance III Mark K. Hance Assislant United States District Jtorney U. S Ieederal del Rio R. J. Mcmillan Ceiming Indieng Tom Toca Pecorn BSN Kahn Itdin

Street Landing Amazes Briton in Calais Night Flight

A British flyer in Calais, June 28, misjudged a street and landed, damaging the plane after leaving Croydon for Lympne in fog. He steered toward what he believed were field lights, struck a post, and damaged a wing and wheel during the crash into a street.

Calais France Landon Nisimas Vfas Ag Croydon Lympne England Sinr- Ming

Counterfeit Penny Puzzles Boston Officials Explain

Federal officials reported the first seen counterfeit United States penny in Boston. The coin looked nearly perfect and only revealed irregularities under magnification when a calm drop exposed the flaw, leading officials to suspect it was a high quality duplicate produced at a higher cost.

Boston

Americans Seek Paris Assistance for Refugees

Eighteen American Jewish refugees from Germany applied to the American Aid Society of Paris for help reaching the United States. The society, based in Paris, reported the applicants had little money and wished to return home. American authorities in Germany advised their coming to Paris, where the society operates in Europe.

Paris INS Germany American Aid Society of United States iParis Europe

Milk Racketeers Found in Australia

Government inquiry in New South Wales reveals racketeers control milk supply. Bribery corruption and adulteration rife, dictating grading selling locations and prices. Regular “present” schemes noted as part of the racketeering.

Australia Sydney Avattalla New South Wales

New Braunfels Tax Payments Highlight State Rates

New Braunfels tax payments show a very small percentage of levies in the state, with clerk A. D. Nuhn noting continued Parmenis and low definic rates. The brief item mentions Newmal and ongoing tax matters tied to the city’s finances.

New Braunfels A.D. Nuhn Ells Annnines Newmal Parmenis

Alaska Believed Center of Quake

Washington Juneau. A major earthquake was reported centered in Alaska by Georgetown University observatory. The report gives times and estimated magnitudes, noting initial intensity and suggested peak movement during the event.

Alaska Washington, D. C Georgetown University Sola Inn Locical Observatory

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