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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1949
Page
3
Racing readers learn about a purported large scam in English horse racing dubbed The False Derby. The American Weekly magazine, distributed with Sunday's Light, presents the expose in its feature on racing bias and alleged fraud affecting bettors and fans.
New York on June 23 report says Lion Age magazine warned of possible steel labor friction. If CIO President Philip Murray’s wage welfare and pension demands are rejected, a strike could loom.
The committee reported out Rep J M Combs Begumont bill to provide federal funds for overcrowded public schools tied to national defense. It recommends continuing current funds for one year for Orange French Victor San Antonio El Paso Ysleta and Carp Hood areas.
Two charged with perjury in the J P Boatwright trial were filed by M C Gonzales district attorney who prosecuted the murder case. Boatwright seeks a new trial as hearing set for Friday. Jury previously found Boatwright guilty of the tavern murder of A R Surrency with medical evidence showing bullets from the back. Witnesses Denson and Boyette testified Surrency lunged at Boatwright, supporting self defense. The defense sought an extension of court term. motion denied. A new term and substitute judge to be appointed while Judge McCrory is away in mid August.
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