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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1934
Page
8
Doings at the Plaza and nearby shops feature a mix of social antics and exhibition details. A party crowd observes a woman entering an elevator, while a local restaur ant proclaims a philosophy in its ad. The piece names teachers, performers, and artists, noting a wax scene, a desert tableau, a sensational window display, and local talent including Merl Bell and Miss Kay Francis.
A cryptic dispatch suggests Poland may seek a ten year peace pact to prevent war with Germany, with speculation that France and other powers influence a settlement as Kuickerborker notes the evolving series.
In Warsaw a national debate weighs Germany’s rearmament pace against Poland's defenses. Analysts say four hurdles curb rapid German buildup: unifying storm troops, training issues, equipment quality, and officer readiness. Poles worry about a renewed corridor with Britain and America deciding the fate of peace.
A fragmented review notes Senate recess actions and a pushed HHS extension bill. Banking Committee opposition to speculators and continued commerce hearings are cited alongside an interstate measure on a week day. A $62 million agriculture investigation and wartime license expenses are discussed with tariff revival aims and independence themes.
Grace Green Root Roosevelt, granddaughter of Theodore Roosevelt, and daughter of Colonel and Mrs. Wheadore Roosevelt, will marry William McMillan of Baltimore. The ceremony is noted in Oyster Bay as a significant family union within the Roosevelt circle.
Washington March 2. The San Antonio Uvalde and Gulf railroad running between Furlerton and Pleasanton Texas faces possible loss of service after an interstate commerce commission decision to abandon the line was suspended following telegrams to Roosevelt Garner and Congress. The 2 mile stretch has seen a washed out bridge and only a single mixed train daily with motor car service when traffic is light.
Washington March 3 The treasury announces a second month of the revalued managed dollar with a 2 pilots fund showing a deficit of 2 352 170 but the change stems from a bookkeeping shift moving devaluation profit from general receipts to a separate class. The stabilization fund remained at dividing profits from devaluation and not tapped for foreign gold purchases. Expenditures last month and January are listed with emergency shares. Classified ad notes a furnished room for rent at 512 West Huisache for $504 per month.
The bout between Primo Carnera and Sharkey unfolds amid downpour as fans urge both fighters in a chaotic melee. Spectators shout pro and anti Italian chants while Carnera endures, with managers and bystanders offering advice amid a floodlit, tense spectacle.
An Austin report says a Texas relief program gains assurance via a $75,000 federal fund advance. Governor Miriam Feepuson was told by Aubrey Williams that funds would be available during interim bond sales to alleviate destitution.
A sprawling Hollywood era note describes Philip Barry and a Nancy Stair project starring Norma Shearer. It references Katharine Hepburn chatter, Cohen interests, Sidneys, and MGM Paramount activity with agents, producers, and casting news amid a swirl of early talk of sequels and studio moves.
In Greenwood Mississippi on March 2 the jury tested deliberations in the case of Dr Sarath Ruth Dean charged with the poison highball murder of her professional associate Dr Ish Praten Kennedy. The record notes mention charges and deliberations as the trial progressed.
A big soap company backs a half hour radio package titled "House Fairies" to air Saturday nights on KTSA and WOAI networks. The lineup includes Domnald Now Vis, Tomiamttic tenor, Pragees Lang fot, and a host of performers with orchestras, trios, and guest stars. The program highlights an insider look at voice reproduction, with guests like Alexander Woollcott and the Philadelphia Orchestra contributing segments.
Huntsville fire destroys the Keap hotel after a talk on fire prevention. The blaze caused about 75 800 dollars in damage. Convicts from the East Texas penitentiary assisted by 13 trusted aides helped fight the blaze and aided suppression.
Governor Miriam A. Ferguson plans to take final action on a bill to place oil refinery jurisdiction under the Texas Railroad Commission. She has heard both sides as protests continue in Austin on March 11.
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