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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1933
Page
19
Arthur Brisbane notes shifting German ideology praising ancient Sparta and eugenics while mocking Nazi concepts. He contrasts modern power ideas with the Van de Graaff generator and ponders how engineers and rulers may shape society, amid warnings about gold, currency, and American economic resilience.
Funeral directors gather in major cities including New York Chicago and San Francisco to draft a regional code for funeral trade practices. Representatives discuss standards, pricing, and ethical guidelines to harmonize industry conduct nationwide amid evolving regulatory interest.
James Shadbolt, a Spanish American War veteran cut from pension rolls, was charged with murder after fatally shooting Col. Vernon Roberts at the National Military Home in Dayton Ohio. Police say Shadbolt planned to kill Congressman Myron B Harlan and was found hiding in a cemetery after the crime. He had lived at the home for a year and received about 60 dollars monthly on a disability pension.
Amarillo June 30. B J Dusn Kingsland 61 prominent rancher and oil operator died suddenly of a heart attack at his home. Kingsland, involved in Borger pool discovery drilled in 1935, was president of Travelers' Oil Company which paid more than 480 000 dividends on a 500 investment.
Mrs. BMA A. Boole of Brooklyn, national president of the Women’s Christian Temperance union, planned to address the convention to stress a campaign for voluntary abstinence. The message was delivered during duties at the Milwaukee gathering on June 30.
Two unmasked youths robbed the Prescott State Bank in Fort Scott Kansas this morning taking about 400 dollars. The incident occurred as locals described a tense scene with no injuries reported. A judge's son obituary and weather notes follow in this edition.
In Philadelphia on June 36 Daniel W Athornton an officer of the Khaki Shirts reportedly killed himself after leaving a letter to President Roosevelt criticizing the Home Question policy. He was found dead in a gas-filled hall bedroom where he lived with his wife and child. A policeman who tried to rescue him collapsed and was revived at a hospital.
In Vegreville Alberta guards patrolled a witness camp after a shot fired at the camping grounds of witnesses in the murder trial of William McLean. McLean, brought from Knoxville Tennessee, is accused of killing Walter Pawnille, a Manville farmer found dead last October. Rabbery motive believed.
No change in oval weather conditions forecast for San Antonio Friday night and Saturday. Temperatures will sustain their same range, with a maximum of 97 degrees and a low of 76 both days. South winds persist as the only relief, while other Texas areas report showers.
Cherbourg France June 0 Tins Completing her seventy fourth trans Atlantic voyage the Lieve Imer Bremen discharged passengers here today after breaking the world's and her own previous records for recrossing in time and speed The ship crossed the 1199 miles from New York at an average speed of 26 51 hours and took 4 days 16 hours 15 minutes to arrive at 11 40 p m last night
In an election held in Odem on July 30 the vote favoring incorporation was 44 to 42 against. The incorporation had previously been dissolved by a one vote margin a few years ago.
A 1932 balance sheet for Kuhn, Loeb and Company showed assets dropping from 67 million to 34 million with cash shrinking to 3.6 million. Otto A. Kuhn testified that Kuhn, Loeb earned about 6 million in profits related to the Penn Road railroad holding, while the Pennroad deal involved options and fees totaling over five million. Ferdinand Pecora pressed details of stock sales, fees, and the structure of the Pennroad financing as the Senate banking committee pursued disclosures.
Washington D C June 4 M The innovative itinerary for the conclusive long distance test of gasoline blended with 20 percent alcohol from American corn products was announced by Representative Dirksen Arrangements call for two mid priced cars of identical manufacture to run a 600 mile journey from New York City through the Midwest back to the start. Drivers will alternate and observers will monitor every mile under the same conditions, to compare the two cars.
London reports a debate among American delegates at a world economic conference over currency policy. They dismiss stabilization as a term and favor preventing fluctuations instead, warning against fixing dollar value or limiting price increases.
British and French officials report mixed signals from Washington on a plan to curb erratic dollar swings. American delegates hint approval in principle while insisting no fixed exchange level. Moley authorized to sign a plan but inflationary tools kept for the president’s discretion. Negotiations edge toward yet unresolved, with leaders delaying travel as talks continue at the London embassy and in Paris.
Four New Yorkers fly in a Belanca monoplane from Floyd Bennett Airport to the Alaskan wastes to search for Jimmy Mattern. William Alexander of Brooklyn pilots the craft with Fred Frederman Harold Person and Thomas Abbey aboard. Nome, Alaska, serves as the base, with Rudy Arnold and Hugh Bempden aiding funds and equipment. A second plane may be financed to aid the mission as maps and gear are prepared for a wide, 500 mile search pattern.
In Chicago a judge announced plans to continue the Insull case to September as the former head of the Insull companies remains abroad in Greece. The court, amid disruptions, adjourned the proceedings and signaled ongoing involvement?
New York June 30 Edward D. Maloney a former night club doorman who killed Laery Pay on New Year's night was sentenced to 16 years at Sing Sing today by Judge Collins in general sessions after a jury conviction last week The sentence included five years for a separate charge connected with the killing
The empress of Japan, believed to be in the early stages of pregnancy, may be advised by physicians to rest for the summer. The Imperial household initially cited medical guidance for the delay, with reports noting a tree fire in Portland prompting firefighters to intervene.
In London and Paris trading of the US dollar showed calm with irregular movements. The pound closed at 4.2814 dollars, a quarter cent higher than the night quote, while the dollar finished at 20.02 francs on the Paris Bourse, up 49 centimes from the official prior close despite after hours volatility.
Federal detectives investigate gang gun supply lines tied to racketeering. Senator Copeland of New York, chairman, leads inquiry into weapon origins amid ongoing federal probe, officials say.
City officials weigh enforcing a proclamation banning beer sales at cafes and eateries after July 4. Mayor Quin declines comment while Police Commissioner Wright vows action against any seller, citing rising alcohol violence and enforcement aims. District Attorney Tyna signals limited role for city prosecutors.
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